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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking, boats, safety, and policies at Marker 26 Boat Rental — Tampa Bay’s favorite pontoon and boat rental.

Booking & Pricing

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Our rentals vary from boat to boat, starting as low as $60 an hour — but the longer the booking, the bigger the discount!

We accept all major forms of payment.

Yes! A deposit is required, just like a hotel. It’s a hold that will be returned to you within two days after the rental.

Cancel for free any time prior to 24 hours before your booking.

A full refund is available up until 24 hours prior to your rental start time. After that, we can provide booking credits to use at a later date.

If a boat gets stuck out on the water, there’s a $300 assistance fee. Late returns are charged on a pro-rated hourly basis. A pet fee of $15 per animal also applies.

Our Boats

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Marker 26 offers top-of-the-line center consoles as well as pontoon and tri-toon boats.
All boats have depth finders, though we cannot guarantee they are fully operational at all times.
All boats have Garmin NAV systems, though we cannot guarantee they are fully operational at all times.
Our entire fleet is always kept at a full tank of gas and returned to full after your rental, ensuring an accurate fuel cost for each guest.

Safety & Requirements

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All Marker 26 boats are inspected and outfitted with Coast Guard-approved safety equipment.
Yes! All life jackets are stowed on each boat for adults. Kids 6 and under or 90 lbs or less must grab one from the rack next to the office.
Please call Marker 26 staff immediately for any emergencies.
Drivers must be 25 or older to drive a boat. You’re welcome to book one of our captains if you don’t meet the age requirement. Passengers of any age are welcome.
A boating license is not required, but boating experience is a must. If you don’t have experience, we can provide one of our first-class captains.

Location & At the Dock

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Marker 26 is open 7 days a week from 7am–7pm. Our main location is Island Harbor Marina, 123 Orange Street N, Palm Harbor, FL 34683.
When parking at our Island Harbor Marina location, please park near the Pinellas Trail or the grassy area outside the marina. Carpooling is highly suggested.
Yes! We have world-renowned captains on call. For special parties and events, please email us at marker26br@gmail.com.

No, our staff will clean the boat for you. Please just gather all your belongings prior to arriving back at the dock.

Returns, Lateness & Damage

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Unfortunately, we cannot give a discount for an early return. The boat is still booked for those hours, meaning someone else who could have rented it wouldn’t be able to.
Please call your Marker 26 Dock Master so they can be there to accommodate you when you return. Our staff isn’t always out on the docks, so it’s important to let them know ahead of time.
A late fee is charged on a pro-rated hourly basis.
If any damage occurs, the security deposit will be used as collateral. If the damage cost surpasses the deposit, our renter’s insurance covers up to $1,000 in damages. Any amount past that is subject to out-of-pocket payment.

On the Water

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Yes! Food and drinks are welcome. The driver cannot drink alcohol at any time — feel free to book one of our captains as your designated driver so everyone can enjoy the day.
Yes! Pets are more than welcome. (Just please don’t bring any wildlife back with you.)
Yes! Fishing is allowed on all our boats. It’s up to the guest to make sure they’re in compliance with any state laws and regulations.

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Questions about your booking? Call (727) 348-5535

Still Have Questions?

Call us at (727) 348-5535 or email boating@marker26boatrental.com
We’re happy to help.