National Marina Day Five Affordable Places For Boat and Jet Ski Rentals

Although we can enjoy our beautiful beaches and coastal life year round, it’s especially important to do so today on National Marina Day.

Since 2001 the Association of Marina Industries proclaimed June 11^th a national day to celebrate the role marinas play in our communities and in our country’s recreation. 

The best way to celebrate National Marina Day is to support local boating and recreation businesses along out intracoastal waterway by renting a boat, personal watercraft, paddle board, kayak and other water sporting equipment. 

Our area has great rentals on boats, jet skies, waverunners, kayaks, sailboats, parasailing and more.

Here are the most affordable water sports rentals: Woody's Watersports, Dolphin Marine Rentals, IRB Boat Rentals, Jack's at John's Pass and Fly-N-High.

1. Woody's Watersports: This shop offers sea doo jet ski rentals. Their 2008 and 2009 Sea Doos seat one, two or three people. No passenger fees. Personal instruction classes and wetsuits are available.

Woody's also offers a variety of pricing depending on your party size. For extra savings, download their sea doo jet ski coupon for $10 discount on a one hour rental of a sea doo.

Location: Woody's Watersports is located at 205 Boardwalk Place in Johns, Madeira Beach, FL. For more information and deals, call (727) 391-0200.

2. Dolphin Marine Rentals: This shop has a variety of water crafts to meet your beach needs. Rent a jet ski, boat, kayak, bike or scooter.

Boats: There are several boats to choose from depending on how many are going on board. Their 18-foot boat ranges from $100 for two hours; $150 for four hours; $225 for eight hours. Their 19-foot boat rents for $120 for two hours; $180 for four hours; $270 for eight hours. Larger boats are available call for more information.

Jet Ski: Seats up to three people. Rates are $65 per hour, plus tax. It includes everything you need, such as gas, safety gear, loaner watches, waterproof case and safety orientation.

For specials and discounts, visit their site to get a jet ski rental coupon, good for ten percent off, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Location: Dolphin Marine Rentals is located at 11025 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, FL. 33706. For more information, call (727) 360-8408.

3. IRB Boat Rentals: They offer a variety of boat rentals, including 21-foot to 25-foot Cobia, 25-foot Tri-Toon, and 22-foot Robalo. Rate for half day range from $219 to $349. Full day rentals range from $319 to $449. For savings, call about special fees on memberships. 

They also offer optional water skies, kneeboards, tube or wakeboard for $20 for a half day or $30 for a full day.

Location: IRB Boat Rentals is located at 401 2nd Street, Slip 10, Indian Rocks Beach, FL. 33785. For more information, call (727) 517-1122.

4. Jack's at John's Pass: This shop offers rentals on a variety of boats (console, deck and power boats) and water skis.Their waverunners and water skis seat three people. Boats can seat from four to ten people. Pricing is seasonal, so you must call for current rate and daily special. For savings, visit their website for a jet ski and boat rental coupon.

Location: Jack's at John's Pass is located at 145 Boardwalk Place East, Madeira Beach, FL. 33708. For more information and pricing, call (727) 392-6912.

5. Fly-N-High: This shop offers jet ski rentals and parasailing. If you've never been on a waverunner or parasailed, don't worry. They offer instruction for new adventurers. Visit their website for waverunner and parasailing coupons for $5 off any waverunner rental or free $10 upgrade on parasailing.

Location: Fly-N-High is located at 207 Boardwalk Place, Madeira Beach, FL. 33708. For more information, call (727) 393-1881.