SUGARLOAF KEY BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Throttle and Horizon: Cruising Sugarloaf Key aboard a 23’ Custom Deck Boat Tri‑Hull
A concise guide to renting and running the 23’ Custom deck boat — a 2017 fiberglass tritoon with a 250hp Yamaha engine and extra deck chairs — for experienced boaters exploring the waters around Sugarloaf Key.
Throttle and Horizon: Cruising Sugarloaf Key aboard a 23’ Custom Deck Boat Tri‑Hull.
Experience the thrill of cruising the waters of Sugarloaf Key in a 23’ Custom deck boat: a 2017 fiberglass tri‑hull powered by a 250hp Yamaha, fitted with extra deck chairs for comfort and designed for boaters who know how to handle a powerful craft.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
250hp Yamaha — raw propulsion
This custom 23’ tri‑hull is driven by a 250hp Yamaha outboard, delivering brisk performance on open water and a responsive ride for experienced operators.
Fiberglass tritoon, built for daytime cruising
A 2017 Catamaran Coaches custom tri‑hull in fiberglass, the layout includes extra deck chairs to stretch out while you cruise or anchor for downtime.
Rates and fuel considerations
Day and weekly rate structures are straightforward, but this model burns more fuel than others in the fleet — rental rates do not include tax or fuel, so plan fuel costs into your budget.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
The trip is an assertive, open‑water experience: a powerful 250hp engine moving a stable tri‑hull that rewards an experienced hand with confident acceleration and the ability to cover local waters efficiently, while extra deck seating gives moments of relaxed comfort between runs.
THE ENGINE
250hp Yamaha — raw propulsion
This custom 23’ tri‑hull is driven by a 250hp Yamaha outboard, delivering brisk performance on open water and a responsive ride for experienced operators.
THE BOAT
Fiberglass tritoon, built for daytime cruising
A 2017 Catamaran Coaches custom tri‑hull in fiberglass, the layout includes extra deck chairs to stretch out while you cruise or anchor for downtime.
THE COST
Rates and fuel considerations
Day and weekly rate structures are straightforward, but this model burns more fuel than others in the fleet — rental rates do not include tax or fuel, so plan fuel costs into your budget.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who it doesn't.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Daily, multi‑day and weekly rates are published; note that rental rates do not include tax or fuel, and the 23’ tri‑hull is noted to burn more fuel than other boats in the fleet.
Bring documentation to meet age and certification requirements: proof you are at least 23, and an approved Florida boater safety certificate if born on/after Jan. 1, 1988; budget for fuel and tax separately from the rental fee.
The boat is a 2017 23’ Catamaran Coaches custom tri‑hull constructed in fiberglass with a 250hp Yamaha outboard and extra deck chairs available aboard.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the age requirements to rent this boat?
Renters must be at least 23 years old to rent the 23’ Custom deck boat.
Do I need previous boating experience to rent?
Yes — previous boating experience is required. Renters who lack experience and cannot use the GPS will not be permitted to rent.
Is a boater safety course certificate required?
Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1988 must present an approved Florida boater safety course certificate.
Are fuel and tax included in the rental rates?
No — rental rates do not include tax or fuel; fuel must be paid separately and this model burns more fuel than other boats.
What are the boat’s key specifications?
The craft is a 2017 23’ Catamaran Coaches custom fiberglass tri‑hull equipped with a 250hp Yamaha outboard and extra deck chairs.