Topsail Boat Rental is Topsail Island’s premier rental destination, offering hassle-free boating for those who love a day on the water without the responsibilities of boat ownership. Led by Captain Mike Peoples, the philosophy is simple: show up at the dock, grab the keys, and head out for a day of fun with family and friends. The business earned TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence in 2016 as the top-ranked tour/rental on Topsail Island.
The fleet includes an agile 15-foot center console, spacious pontoons, and tritoons seating up to 17 passengers, well suited to fishing, exploring, or simply relaxing on the water. Beyond boats, the business also offers kayak, surfboard, and stand up paddle board rentals by the day or week, along with lessons and tours.
Topsail Island itself is a haven for tubing, skiing, wakeboarding, and fishing, with thick maritime forests, a 26-mile stretch of pristine beach, and protected sea turtle nesting sites among the dunes — a genuinely scenic backdrop for exploring by boat.
Half-day rentals start around $200-275 (half a tank of gas included). Guest reviews consistently praise Captain Mike for being helpful, prompt, friendly, and safety-focused, with clean, well-maintained boats.
For families vacationing on Topsail Island looking for a straightforward power boat, kayak, or paddleboard rental, Topsail Boat Rental offers a well-reviewed operation with Captain Mike Peoples.
