FORT LAUDERDALE BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Sun, Sandbars and Stereo: Cruising Fort Lauderdale Aboard the Great White
A 24' pontoon for up to 14 people, the Great White lets you cruise the Intracoastal and relax at the sandbar with comfortable seating and a Bluetooth sound system — this guide keys you to the logistics, rules and what to expect.
Sun, Sandbars and Stereo: Cruising Fort Lauderdale Aboard the Great White.
The Great White is a 24-foot pontoon built for groups who want to trade shore time for a day on the Intracoastal: room for up to 14 passengers, comfortable seating and an onboard Bluetooth sound system make it as much about social relaxation as it is about a short coastal cruise and a stop at the sandbar.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious 24' pontoon with room for 14
The Great White is a 24-foot pontoon designed to carry up to 14 passengers in comfort, with ample seating and a Bluetooth sound system to set the soundtrack for the day.
Cruise the Intracoastal and unwind at the sandbar
Typical outings center on cruising the Intracoastal Waterway and spending time anchored at a sandbar where the group can relax together off the boat.
Simple comforts — and firm restrictions
The rental emphasizes social boating and relaxation; fishing and pets are not allowed aboard The Great White, and a $1,000 security deposit is collected prior to departure and returned after an undamaged return to the dock.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
A reservation becomes a small floating gathering: load up at the marina, settle into the pontoon's cushioned benches, pick a route along the Intracoastal, anchor at a shallow sandbar for easy wading and lounging, then return to the dock within your booked rental window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rental blocks are available in 2-, 4-, 6- and 8-hour increments.
A $1,000 security deposit is collected before departure and is returned after the boat is returned without damage.
To rent, drivers must meet the operator's experience requirements (minimum years of engine operation) and, if born after January 1, 1988, must carry a Florida boating license.
The boat offers comfortable seating for all passengers and an onboard Bluetooth sound system for music; fishing and pets are not permitted.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can the Great White carry?
The pontoon seats up to 14 passengers.
What are the available rental durations?
Rentals are offered in 2-, 4-, 6- and 8-hour options.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes — a $1,000 security deposit is collected prior to leaving the dock and returned after an undamaged return.
Are pets or fishing allowed onboard?
No — fishing and pets are not permitted on The Great White.
What are the age and licensing requirements to rent?
Renters must be at least 22 years old to rent; operators also require minimum years of boating experience and, if you were born after January 1, 1988, you must have a Florida boating license.
Where do I meet to start the rental?
Meet at Sands Harbor Marina, 101 North Riverside Drive, Pompano Beach, FL 33062.