The Boats of Walt Disney World

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Let's talk about dealing with Disney Boats! Not the cruises but all the boat options available at Walt Disney World. 

Never underestimate the convenience of using Disney's Boats for transportation. They usually cycle 15-20 minutes similar to busses. Never crowded that I have witnessed. 
These are the resorts that offer Boat transportations to Magic Kingdom
Wilderness Lodge
Fort Wilderness
Polynesian
Grand Floridian

One thing I have always loved when staying at these resorts after leaving a park is seeing the short distance to the boat docks without hardly a line then and just sitting, relaxing as we ride through the calm waters. 

These are the resorts that offer Boat Transportation to EPCOT or Hollywood Studios
Boardwalk Inn
Yacht Club
Beach Club
Swan & Dolphin

Motor Launches: Smallest of the Boat Fleet services. Strollers/wheelchairs must be folder up and carried onboard. ECV CANNOT be accommodated on these fleets which is something to consider when deciding where to stay and which transportation service you will be relying on.

Motor Cruisers are larger than the Launches and allow for ECV, Strollers & wheelchairs to be rolled onto.

Friendship Boats are about the same size as the cruisers and allow for the ECV, Strollers & Wheelchairs to roll aboard. HOWEVER, depending on water levels, there can be chances the ramps are not able to be used. Notices will be provided in these instances. These boats are primarily located in Crescent Lake between Parks & Resorts. They also are offered in World Showcase Lagoon.

Ferries offered between Old Key West, Saratoga, Port Orleans and Disney Springs will also accommodate strollers but wheelchairs will have to be folded.


Also, many of the resorts that have the docks, also offer leisure boat rentals as well! I have been fortunate to have had enjoyed these rentals a few times. It is something different for the family to enjoy/experience. 
You can find these rentals available at:
Fort Wilderness
Wilderness Lodge
Contemporary
Grand Floridian & Polynesian
Beach/Yacht Club

Prices:
Sea Raycer (seats up to two guests)
$32. per hour
Driver must be minimum of 12 years of age and at least 5' tall. 
Max weight is 320lb
Boston Whaler seats up to 6
$45. per hour
Driver must be at least 18 years of age
Sun Tracker Pontoon seats up to 10
$45. per hour 
Driver must be 18 years of age. 

Did you know, you can even rent a Grand 1 Yacht. 52' Sea Ray with an experienced Captain  & Deckhand. This can hold 18 people or 17 if traveling with a butler. $399. per hour. Private dining opportunity for an additional fee. 

Firework Cruises are also available:
Starting at $299 per hour for 21' pontoon.
These will take you into either 7 seas Lagoon or World Showcase Lagoon.

Need more info?
Please email me at DealingwithDisney@gmail.com


Rental options



Friendship Boat

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