If you do not own a boat, you probably shouldn’t, at least not yet.
Financially, buying a boat’s not a great idea, especially in towns like Hanalei.
This is because Hanalei boat rentals offer everything you need for all your adventures and let you enjoy all the perks of a boat cruise without worrying about what comes before or after the boat’s use.
We’ve taken the time to come up with a list of reasons why chartering a boat is a better choice than actually buying one.
Financially, Chartering Is a Great Idea
Renting a boat will not wreck your finances as much as buying a new one will. Of course, the price of a rental will be less than the price of a full purchase.
Also, you should know that a boat is likely to lose about 20% of its resale value in the first year, and the downward spiral begins from there.
You Sometimes Get A Crew Attached
When you’re billed for the charter, it often includes the cost for the skipper and the crew.
These boat employees take charge of the ship’s maintenance, cleaning, cooking, and overall running while you focus on enjoying your holiday. You will not be responsible for catering to them either.
Note that not every rental package comes with this perk. Only high-end packages are likely to get you a crew and skipper.
You Don’t Have To Pay For Storage
Every boat owner is tasked with the cost of boat storage. You can either store these boats or water in warehouses. Either way, as long as the boat is on public property, the owner can pay a fee. The exact amount varies from location to location.
You do not have to worry about any of this as a renter.
There Are No Repair Or Maintenance Fees
For your boat to remain functional at all times, you would have to invest a substantial sum into its maintenance. It doesn’t matter if you’re actively using these boats or not. Even when in storage, the boats can get exposed to elements that can harm their efficiency.
And you should also hope it doesn’t develop a fault when you’re in the red. You’ll surely need a hefty sum for that as well.
You Can Get A Different Boat Every Day
Variety, they say, is the spice of life. As a renter, you have the opportunity to change your boats as often as you please.
There are boats designed for different occasions. For example, if you’re going fishing today, you can rent a fishing boat. If tomorrow is water sports day, you can get a sports boat or even a lightweight yacht.
There’d Be No Issue Of Waste
When you own a boat, you won’t get to use it every day. Storage bills will be piling up every day.
Sometimes, you’ll feel a nudge to take a boat trip even when you don’t feel like it, simply because your mind is bothered by the fact that your boat is just lying idle in storage.
On the other hand, a renter only has to pay for the days they use the boat. The rental costs will cover all the amenities the boat users use while on that trip. Thereafter, the boat becomes the responsibility of the rental agency until the next trip.
Wrapping Up
Sometimes, we want to go on boat trips. We want to go out on the water and enjoy all the thrills of a boat cruise, taking pictures and sipping wine while at it.
At the same time, we do not want to share spaces with anyone else; this is unavoidable if you’re on a public cruise.
You can enjoy everything you want without actually buying a boat.
You could easily rent one. That’s what boat charter services are for!