Lake Havasu Frequently Asked Questions

We have provided a map with driving directions here on the website. You may find this information here.

You may pick up your boat at 9:00 AM. on the first day of your rental. Your boat is due back at the marina at 2:00 PM on the final day.

When the boat is in motion, the maximum number of people allowed on the houseboat is the number of people the houseboat sleeps. When the boat is not in motion, there are no restrictions on the number of people you may have onboard.

Driving a houseboat is different than driving a car, but is not that difficult. The marina staff will walk you through driving the boat during your orientation when you pick it up. Most people get the hand of maneuvering the boat within a few minutes.

At the time of booking, you must pay a deposit to confirm your reservation of the houseboat. Sixty days prior to your trip, the full balance of your rental must be paid. The deposit is held throughout your trip, and then refunded once you return the boat undamaged. Cancellations made 60 days or more prior to departure will incur a $150 fee. Cancellations made between 45 and 59 days prior to departure will incur a $500 fee.  Cancellations made 44 days or less prior to departure will forfeit the full rental amount.

Give us a call at 888-454-8825, and one of our reservation agents will be happy to check availability for you. It's helpful if you already have an idea of when you want to go and what boat you're most interested in when you call.

Alternatively, you can contact us online with your availability request, and one of our agents will be happy to get back to you with the information you need.

Lake Havsu is a very popular lake in California. Some of our boats have been known to book out more than two years in advance. The earlier the better is a good rule to follow, particularly if you have an exact date in mind for your trip, or if you're planning a trip over a holiday weekend.

However, if you're flexible with your dates or the exact houseboat model, we can almost always find a trip for you even a few weeks before hand.

Linens and towels are provided for each houseboat. This includes pillows, pillowcases, sheets, blankets, and bath towels. You will need to provide your own beach towels.

To comply with health and safety rules, no pets are allowed on the houseboats at Lake Havasu.

The Nautical Sports Marina has a convenience store with some last minute items. There is a grocery store located about five minutes from the marina, in the central part of Lake Havasu City.

To rent the boat, at least two renters need to be 21 years of age with a valid driver's license.

There is no special license needed to operate our houseboats. There are rules for operating houseboats on the waterways, and we will explain them to you upon your arrival.

Houseboats are on pontoons and there is very little motion. Seasickness is basically unheard of on fresh water.

It is always a great time to go houseboating! Lake Havasu warms up early in the spring and stays pleasant through the fall. See here for more information on year round temperatures for Lake Havasu.

Yes! Lake Havasu is home to a variety of fish, including black and striped bass, crappie, bluegill, catfish, and trout. A fishing license is needed and can be purchased at the local Wal-mart or Big 5 in Lake Havasu City.