Unlike a rental facility, Oasis Boat Club is a premier, members-only community that provides unlimited access to a full fleet of boats for that leisurely lifestyle without the extra work of ownership.

Oasis Boat Club is located at The Wharf Marina, 650 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024. Parking Garage 2 is the closest available parking. Once you arrive, signal an OBC team member for access to the docks. Our boats are stored at the docks to the right of the Hell’s Kitchen restaurant (if facing the water).

Yes. Becoming an Oasis Boat Club member online is easy. Once you complete the form below, one of our team members will reach out shortly with all the information you need to begin your adventure.

Like most clubs, we charge a one-time non-refundable initiation fee and a monthly membership fee. The only other regular fee associated with usage of the club boats is fuel. We send you out with a full tank of gas, upon return to the dock we will top the fuel tank off. The Club member will be responsible for fuel used during the outing.

Our reservation system and customer service line make it easy to book boats 24/7, but if a member is in the area and wants to take a boat out, they are more than welcome. Walk-ins can make a reservation with one of our on-the-ground Oasis Boat Club team members. We can’t guarantee boat availability for walk-ins, so we do recommend reserving ahead of time when possible.

Reservations may be made through our online portal 24/7 or by calling our customer service line.

Members have unlimited access to boats as defined by the terms of their membership tier, as long as their reservation doesn’t overlap with another member’s reservation. See membership level details for pricing and restrictions.

On weekdays (Monday to Thursday), reservations last the entire day. On the weekends (Friday through Sunday), reservations are limited to half days; however, members are welcome to reserve a boat for an entire weekend day by booking two back-to-back sessions. This counts as two separate reservations.

Whether you’re reserving a boat for a half day or the full day, we encourage you to record your planned pick-up time in the notes section of your reservation. As an example, every weekday reservation lasts a full day, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you don’t plan to arrive at the marina until 2 p.m., your reservation still ends at 8 p.m. and the boat is due back at sunset.

Do I need a boater’s license or any other certification to join?
Every member is required to have a NASBLA-approved boating safety certificate. Copies of certifications will be kept on file for every registered driver. Members must have this on their person whenever they are driving an OBC boat.

Every member is required to have a NASBLA-approved boating safety certificate. Copies of certifications will be kept on file for every registered driver. Members must have this on their person whenever they are driving an OBC boat.

Safety is key. Whether you’re new to the hobby or a seasoned pro, all members will receive complimentary classroom and on-the-water training done by a combination of USCG Captains and our professional instructors. Our trainers will take as much time as customers need/want to become comfortable with the vessels.

Once a new member has taken the online boating safety course, they must complete the classroom and on-the-water training courses (1-2 hours each). A new member can begin boating as soon as their training is complete!

Yes. Every boat in our fleet is equipped with enough type II personal flotation devices (PFDs) to accommodate the maximum number of passengers that each boat can legally hold. PFDs are also called life jackets or life vests.

Anyone under 13 years old is required to wear a life jacket at all times. Members will be asked to provide the number of passengers under 13, as well as their weights. Passengers 13 years old and older aren’t required to wear a life jacket the entire time they’re on the boat, but it’s important for every passenger to know where life jackets are stowed.

Passengers interested in more comfortable life jackets can request type III PFDs in their booking notes. They will be asked to list how many type III PFDs they would like and the shirt size of the passengers planning to wear them. Providing this information ahead of time helps us keep your departure as quick and seamless as possible. If members do not include this information, their departure may be delayed.

Swimming is prohibited in Washington, D.C.’s waters. Tow sports, like tubing or wakeboarding, are also prohibited until vessels have passed the Alexandria bridge.

At Oasis Boat Club, our entire fleet of boats are well-maintained to ensure peak performance and uncompromising comfort for all our members.

Our boats are fully insured for damage, including third party liability. Members generally are only responsible for paying any deductible that may apply if they damage a boat.

Club members have access to the Wharf Lounge, including restrooms and showers. Beyond the marina, The Wharf waterfront includes a wealth of high-end dining and shopping options, live music, and breathtaking views.