A day on the water is closer than you think.
"It is a lot of fun. You're down close to the water," says Walt Disney World Recreation Guest Service Manager Stephen Crib.
At the Walt Disney World Resort, you can take the helm of a zippy "Sea Raycer" built for two.
"We give them some safety instructions before getting in the vessel, give them how to drive real quick; give them a rundown and send them on out," Stephen says.
You control the throttle as you cruise the Seven Seas Lagoon, past the Magic Kingdom. There's no tracks, as you navigate alongside the same watercraft used to transport guests.
Visitors can also rent a "Boston Whaler Montauk" that can hold six or a pontoon boat that can hold eight.
"We have those first time mariners that have come aboard and never driven a boat, they are able to jump on in here and take it for a drive," Stephen explains.
Feeling a little timid? The Lake Patrol is on the water and waiting to assist if needed.
"If you feel like you have any questions, you're going to wave your hands above your head, just like that, and someone will come on over and assist you," Stephen says.
A valid driver's license is needed.
Boats of all sizes can be rented from The Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, the Polynesian Village Resort, Disney's Contemporary Resort, along with Fort Wilderness and Disney's Wilderness Lodge.
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About this Destination
Where: Walt Disney World
Open: Monday—Sunday
Hours: 9 a.m.—5 p.m. Last rental is at 4 p.m.
Phone number: 407-WDW-PLAY
Sea Raycer 2-seater Requirements:
Drivers must be 12 years old & 5 feet tall.
Younger passengers may ride, but not drive.
All mariners must wear a life jacket.
Sea Raycer 2-seater rental fee:
$34.08 per 30 minutes
$47.93 per hour
Sun Tracker pontoon boats:
Drivers must be 18 years old
All mariners must wear a life jacket.
Sun Tracker pontoon boats rental fee:
$47.93 per 30 minutes
Marina Locations:
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Disney's Contemporary
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Disney's Boardwalk (Epcot Resort area)
Website:
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/recreation/motorized-boats/
Parking:
Free at each Walt Disney World Resort
Accessibility Note:
Ramps will lead to docking areas. Wheelchair guests will be given time to transfer to vessels
Drive Times:
From Orlando: 25 minutes
From Tampa: 1 hour, 15 minutes