I'm thinking about renting a boat for my wedding ceremony& reception. Specifically a yacht.?

Question

how much would that cost for a few hours? And what are other alternatives?

Answer 1

Prices will very as to the type of yacht, size and location.  You will have to find a commercial USCG licensed operator in your area.  

I can tell you what we charge for bare boat (crew and captain - no food) roughly $750 an hour for up to 149 guest.  For a dinner and three hours cost about $55 per guest.  That does not include your bar.   For  a smaller vessel - maybe 4 or 6 guest you maybe able to find in the $400 - 500 for several hours.  

Makes a great setting and one that you and your guest will remember.

Answer 2

It'll cost less than a comparable restaurant or banquet hall.  Check with local sightseeing companies as many rent out for just such occasions.  Depending on your area there may well be a really nice yacht available.  Check with local yacht brokers.  Oh! One more thing.  "Congratulations!!!!!"

Answer 3

go to the docks and talk to the gatekeeper or bait shop dude and let him hook you up with the rental guy ...  YOU do not tell us what lake or ocean you are near and rates vary according to the area ... the idea sounds great and it will be a memorable morning or evening out on the water --- a nice sunset will be a good backdrop for the ceremony and start of your new life together ..............