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>RENTALS//PONTOON // SELF_CAPTAINED

The bay,
on your terms.

Captain your own pontoon across Assateague Bay. Wild horses, sandbars, sunsets. 2 to 8 hours, up to 10 guests, on your schedule.

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$329

Starting Rate

2–8 HR

Choose Duration

UP TO 10

Guests / Boat

SELF

Captained

>EXPERIENCE//THE_DAY

Run your
own day.

Cross Assateague Bay with your crew. Drop anchor near Assateague Island and watch the wild horses come to the shoreline. Beach on a sandbar and swim. Bring fishing gear. Bring music. Bring food. Set your own pace.

Up to 10 guests on board. No boating experience required — full orientation before you leave the dock. Pick a window from 2 to 8 hours and we'll have a boat waiting.

Group on a self-captained pontoon boat rental cruising Assateague Bay Ocean City MD
PRIVATE · SELF-CAPTAINED
UP TO 10 GUESTSBYOB
>SAMPLE//4HR_ROUTE

A Sample 4-Hour Run

Every trip is different. Here's one way to fill the afternoon.

0:00
01

Depart the dock

Quick orientation, safety gear, then south through the bay.

0:30
02

Waterfront cruise

Waterfront homes, local marinas, open bay ahead.

1:00
03

Anchor at Assateague

Watch wild horses along the shoreline up close.

2:00
04

Swim + sandbars

Jump in, wade, or just soak up the sun on a bar.

3:00
05

Scenic return

Head back as the afternoon light hits the water.

4:00
06

Back at dock

Arrive at Talbot Street with a full memory card.

>ROUTE//SIGHTS

What You'll See

The bay is full of surprises. Here's what to expect.

Wild horses on Assateague Island viewed from a pontoon boat rental Ocean City MD
01 · WILD HORSES

Wild Horses

Anchor near Assateague Island and watch the famous wild horses graze feet from the water.

Pontoon boat anchored at a sandbar on Assateague Bay Ocean City Maryland
02 · HIDDEN SANDBARS

Hidden Sandbars

Drop anchor at secluded sandbars for swimming, wading, and sunbathing.

Bottlenose dolphins in Assateague Bay near Angler Watersports pontoon route
03 · DOLPHINS & BIRDS

Dolphins & Birds

Bottlenose dolphins, ospreys, and blue herons are bay regulars. Keep your camera ready.

Sunset cruise on a pontoon boat rental Assateague Bay Ocean City MD
04 · GOLDEN HOUR

Golden Hour

Book a late departure and catch the sunset cruise photo that shore can't give you.

>MAP//OPEN_WATER

The Bay, End to End

50+ sq mi of open water. Anchor anywhere — sandbars, wild horse shores, sunset spots. No fixed route. You set the day.

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>PRICING//DURATIONS

Set Your Hours

From a 2-hour cruise to a full-day run. Up to 10 guests on every boat.

012 Hours
$329
023 Hours
$419
034 HoursMost Popular
$479
045 Hours
$529
056 Hours
$659
068 Hours
$859

+ tax · Up to 10 guests per boat · BYOB permitted

> Ready to book

$329

Starting rate · 2 hours · up to 10 guests

Call (443) 664-6300
>STANDARD//INCLUDED

> SHADE

Canopy Shade

Built-in canopy stays cool all day

> AUDIO

Bluetooth Ready

Bring a speaker, play your music

> BYOB

BYOB Friendly

Bring a cooler, food, and drinks

> GEAR

Life Vests

All sizes provided for every guest

> PARK

Free Parking

Right at the downtown dock

> LEVEL

No Experience

Full orientation before departure

> BRING

  • Sunscreen & sunglasses
  • Cooler with drinks & snacks
  • Towel and swimwear
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Fishing gear (optional)
  • Camera for the horses

> REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver: 21+ with valid license
  • All ages welcome as guests
  • Bay access only (no ocean)
  • Driver must stay sober
  • Arrive 15 min before departure
>STANDARDS//EVERY_PONTOON

What You Can Expect

Every pontoon rental from Angler comes the same way.

01

Latest-Model Pontoons

Brand-new boats with built-in canopies, Bluetooth audio, and clean upholstery. Inspected before every departure.

02

Full Orientation

Complete walk-through before you leave the dock. No prior boating experience needed — you'll know the boat by departure.

03

Captain Your Day

Self-captained: anchor at sandbars, beach near wild horses, cruise into sunset. Up to 10 guests. BYOB. Your call.

>FAQ//QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked

Q01How old do you have to be to drive?

The driver must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license. No prior boating experience is needed — we'll give you a full orientation before you depart.

Q02How many people can fit?

Up to 10 people per pontoon boat. All ages are welcome, including kids.

Q03Is it self-guided?

Yes. Unlike our jet skis, pontoon boats are self-guided. You're the captain — go where you want within the bay area.

Q04Can we bring alcohol?

Yes, alcohol is permitted on pontoon boats. However, the driver must remain completely sober — no drinking and driving on the water.

Q05Are life vests required?

Life vests are available but not required for adults. Children must wear life vests and stay with adults at all times.

Q06Where can we go?

You can explore all of Assateague Bay — cruise past wild horses on Assateague Island, anchor at sandbars, or relax on the open water. Bay only — ocean access is not permitted for safety.

Q07What if the weather is bad?

If we cancel due to weather, you'll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule. Safety always comes first.

Q08Can we fish from the pontoon?

Absolutely. You're welcome to bring fishing gear and drop a line. Maryland fishing regulations apply — make sure you have a valid fishing license.

>FEED//PHOTOS

Pontoon Gallery

Pontoon boat rental cruising Assateague Bay in Ocean City MD
Group of friends on a pontoon boat rental in Ocean City Maryland
Pontoon boat anchored near Assateague Island wild horses Ocean City
Family pontoon boat cruise at sunset on Assateague Bay
Self-captained pontoon boat adventure on the bay Ocean City MD
Pontoon boat rental with canopy on Assateague Bay Maryland
Scenic view of Assateague Bay from a pontoon boat rental
Sunset pontoon cruise on the bay in Ocean City Maryland

Want something faster? Guided jet ski tours run daily. See gift cards, the full gallery, or message us directly.

Sunset over Assateague Bay — pontoon boat rentals in Ocean City Maryland
>BOOK//READY_TO_CRUISE

Ready to
captain the day?

Reserve your pontoon. 2 to 8 hours, up to 10 guests, BYOB friendly. Free parking right at the downtown dock.

312 Talbot Street, Ocean City, MD 21842

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