Frequently Asked Questions

10 maximum passengers. Children and infants count as a passenger as per US Coast Guard Regulations

Unfortunately, under no circumstances are any kind of pets allowed on the boat. Thank you for your understanding.

Yes, all of our Duffy electric boats come equipped with necessary safety equipment, including life jackets, fire extinguishers, first aid kits and onboard map.

Unfortunately, fishing or swimming are not allowed off the boats.

Yes, our boats do operate in the rain, as they can be completely enclosed from the elements.  If the weather becomes unsafe with lightning and high winds, we will cancel with a full refund.  We may cancel up until your departure time or while you are out on the water, if the weather changes suddenly.

Unfortunately, we cannot as this is a US Coast Guard regulation regarding our boats.  Duffy Boats are very easy to drive and we have had many first-timers drive our boats successfully.

For the safety of you and your passengers, no glassware is allowed on boats.

San Diego Electric Boats are easy as driving a golf cart and goes 5-6 mph. You have to be 21 years old to drive our electric boat and have valid identification. We provide a detailed map of Mission Bay and go over how to drive the boat and where to go on the map before you depart.

Unfortunately, the boats must stay inside the harbor and bay.

You are welcome to bring your Bluetooth enabled devices, as all electric boats are equipped with Bluetooth enabled radios.  Cruising on our electric boats wouldn’t be complete without your favorite music!

We recommend getting here 30-40 minutes before to get checked in and learn how to operate the electric boats. Prior to departure, a San Diego Electric Boat Rental’s representative will orient you on how to operate the boat safely, including a basic understanding of waterway rules.

All of our electric boat rentals have full window enclosures that can go up or down depending on what you feel comfortable with. If you keep all the windows down the boats stay extremely insulated and warm. You are welcome to bring any blankets with you, too.

Absolutely! Duffy boats offer a kid-friendly environment.

Absolutely! Duffy boats offer a kid-friendly environment.

A $500.00 security deposit authorization will be required when you sign the rental contract before you shove off in the event of a late return, extra cleanup, rescue and/or any other losses or damage to the boat. Your credit card will NOT be charged unless there has been an incident or damage to the vessel. Enjoy the boats, but please care for them as if they were your own! A liability waiver must be signed in order to rent an electric boat.

– We have a strict 48-hour cancellation policy and you will be charged in full for your rental

– If you cancel before the 48-hour period (48 hours or more), you will be charged a $50 refund fee per reservation or per boat

– If you cancel and look to rebook for another date, there will be a $50 rebooking fee

– Should we deem the weather to be unsafe for navigating prior to departure, a full refund will be given