Renting a jet ski in Ft. Lauderdale is a blast. Some of the key questions that are often asked by the general public at most boat rental businesses in South Florida are: how old do I have to be to rent a jet ski? And do I need a special license to rent a boat? Here is what the boating law in Florida says on these issues:
Remember that a personal watercraft includes boats, jet skis, wave runners, etc.
To read all the rules & regulations for boating in Florida click here>> myFWC.com
Many boat and jet ski rental companies are “contractors” so they are able to administer the exam and issue certificates right there at their boat & personal watercraft rental locations. It is best to call in advance and ask the jet ski rental & boat rental businesses if they can issue the boat safety ID card at there location before going to rent there without one.
You will find some of the most excellent jet ski & boat rental companies in the links at the left of the pages here on Ft Lauderdale Boating.com Scroll down the list at the left and click on either Ft Lauderdale boat rentals or Ft Lauderdale jet ski rentals to find your favorite rental company.
Please be safe and itelligent and have a wonderful time on the water, and take the whole family. Keep the lines tight and get in tune. Fair Winds & Following Seas.
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Aye El Capitan, the information in your post was helpful. 14 to operate and 18 to rent. Time to hit the water!
Hi,
Great laws in Florida. helpful post