Intercoastal Waterway

[borkingchikapa]

For a while now, I've wanted to take a few weeks, rent a boat and go south along the Intercoastal Waterway (I live in North Carolina). I have little experience in boating, so I'd like to see if I could get some advice from people more knowledgeable than myself.<br /><br />How much would it cost to rent a boat for such an excursion? What kind of boat would be fitting? How many weeks should I allot for this trip? How much training would I need, and where can I get it? Anything else I should know?<br /><br />Thanks in advance,<br /><br />Ross

 

[Solittle]

Re: Intercoastal Waterway

Most boat rental operations will give you a very limited range from their dock. They do this for safety reasons and the expense they must bear if you run into a problem.<br /><br />There are schools where they teach you boat handling, safety etc. which you may find that meet your needs. I would think you could find a trawler with a captain where you could both learn and enjoy the adventure of the trip you describe. Do some research on the internet.

 

[crab bait]

Re: Intercoastal Waterway

to start with.. take the 'boaters safety ' coarse available everywhere an most any time in your area.. given by the coast guard an /or the local power squadaron.. it's 6 nite coarse an it's alotta fun ..

 

[lakeman1999]

Re: Intercoastal Waterway

Buy you a used pontoon, (more comfort than most boats) and if you do not want to keep it sell it after your trip.

 

[JB]

Re: Intercoastal Waterway

Gonna move this to Vacations and trips.