boat rental faq's

• Onboard dining & drink
• Girls day/night out
• Wine tasting
• Business meetings and entertainment
• Birthday parties
• Bachelor/bachelorette parties
• Proposals 
• Anniversary and wedding celebrations
• Family outings
• Call us for any special requests for our boat cruises in Newport Beach at 1-833.TIKIFUN (833.845.4386)

• We do not offer food or drinks; however, you can: 
• Bring your own. We have large coolers that you can stock yourself or bring your own cooler.
• Have food and drink delivered to the dock from one of our preferred vendors or your own such as UberEats or Door Dash. 
• Dock and dine at one of the many harborside restaurants.
• See out preferred vendors and partners page.
• Call us for any special requests at 1-833.TIKIFUN (833.845.4386) 

We do! Every boat rental excursion is captained by a US Coast Guard certified and licensed captain.  They also have boating experience and are knowledgeable with Newport Harbor and boat cruises in Newport Beach. 

TikiFunBoats boat cruises in Newport Beach is licensed under the "6 Pack Rule" meaning we can take up to six paying passengers (including children) plus the captain. 

Yes. We have all the required safety equipment, i.e., life vests, throwable flotation devices, and first aid kit that is required by law for our boat rentals. We even have children's life vests (you can also bring your own) which is necessary for all children under thirteen years old. Let us know how many children so that we can be sure to accommodate.

No.  We highly recommended you use the restroom before leaving the dock, but you may instruct your captain to plan for a bathroom break if you would like.  

There is a no wake rule in Newport Harbor. Our cruising speed is 4 to 5 miles an hour.

No! We do not go out to the ocean. There is more than enough fun inside the harbor.

You can connect to our bluetooth system with your phone and listen to your own playlist. 

• Bookings are fully refundable if canceled 24 hours of advanced notice prior to departure.  
• Any cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
• We reserve the right to cancel any tour at any time due to inclement weather, wind, safety, mechanical,  or behavioral issues. If your cruise is canceled by our team for any reason other than behavior issues, you can reschedule for a later available date or receive a refund.

Our captains and crew do work for tips, so gratuity is greatly appreciated.

Dogs are allowed on board during the boat rental. Please be aware if your dog leaves a mess behind you are subject to applicable cleaning fees