Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of boats do you have?
- How do I make a reservation?
- How much will it cost?
- What equipment comes with the boat?
- Is fuel included with the boat rental?
- What safety equipment do you provide?
- Do you have optional gear available to rent?
- Should we bring our own marine charts?
- What's the range of your boats?
- Do we need a marine radio?
- What's the travel time from Anchorage to Whittier?
We have a range of boats to choose from. You can see the kinds of boats we have on this website, although we occasionally have access to other small boats. Call us with your requirements and we'll discuss ways we can outfit your party's boating needs.
We like to talk to each of our customers to make sure that we can realistically meet your needs. Give us a call, and we'll talk about your goals and talk about rental fees. We do ask for a 50% / $500 deposit (whichever is less) to secure your reservation.
Rental rates depend on the boat and how long you will be using it. Longer usages result in lower per day prices. Each day you are in the boat, price drops by 10%. Deposit is 50% of rental fee or $500 whichever is less.
We provide the most important items you will need. That includes an onboard GPS / fish finder, VHF marine radio, EPIRB, and all US Coast Guard required safety equipment. You will also have laminated hard copy charts, a big net, gas, harpoon, ice chest, and shore dingy in your rental boat.
We provide our boats with full tanks. All you need to do is fill the tanks at the end of your rental period.
We provide all Coast Guard required safety gear including floatation and signaling devices. In some boats, we provide extra propellers, manuals, tools, and spare parts as appropriate.
We do have some rods and reels that you may rent.
We have laminated charts. You may want to bring some of your own navigational aids, but we will provide the basics of what you need to find your way in Prince William Sound.
Range is a product of several factors, including skipper's skill, load, weather and gas you can carry. You must remain within 50 miles of shore. We want to talk to you on the telephone to find out about you and your party. We want to pick a boat that effectively meets your party's goals. We'll put together a float plan with you to make sure that this is mutually workable. At that point, we'll be ready to take a deposit.
Each boat is equipped with a marine radio. If you will be making shore expeditions, you may want to bring your own handheld unit(s).
Allow an hour to get to the tunnel portal. During the summer, you can transit the tunnel once hourly starting in early morning and ending in late evening. The State of Alaska publishes a complete schedule on its website. Once you are through the tunnel, you are in Whittier.