Fort Walton Beach-Okaloosa Island Pontoon Boat Rentals

Most pontoon rentals in Fort Walton Beach do not come with a captain. This information can be found in the “Restrictions” section of the listing. Please be sure to review this before booking. With that being said, you will be the captain of your very own pontoon rental! The deckhands at your rental location will show you everything you need to know when it comes to driving a pontoon boat, so you will be an expert in no time!

If you were born before January 1, 1988, you do not need a boater’s license, just a valid driver’s license. If you were born on or after that date, then you will need to get a Florida boater’s license. Many rental companies will provide tests and issue Florida boaters certificates on site for a small fee. Some companies, however, do not have this option. Please review the restrictions before booking your rental, as this will let you know if you need to obtain a license beforehand. If you need to obtain a license before arrival, you can do so here: https://www.boat-ed.com/florida/.

Pontoons are not permitted in the Gulf of Mexico, as the waves can be very rough and dangerous. Pontoons are best enjoyed at Crab Island, Choctawhatchee Bay, and Gulf Islands National Seashore.

Pontoons will typically have a 10-12 person maximum. This information can be found in the “Restrictions” section of the listing. Please be sure to review this before booking, as it will vary from rental company to rental company. It is also important to note that every person, regardless of age, counts towards your grand total, including newborns and infants.

TripShock does not take deposits, as we require the full payment at time of booking. Some Fort Walton Beach rental companies, however, will require a separate deposit upon arrival. After booking with TripShock, you will receive a voucher that has all of the details of your reservation, including the name, address, and phone number of the rental company you booked with. If you have more specific questions about the deposit they require, it is recommended to give them a call directly.