No, a boating license is not required. Anyone over the age of 18 may rent an electric boat. It’s not difficult, either. You hold the tiller, which lets you steer the boat. A boat does respond a bit more slowly than a bicycle or car. It also takes longer to slow down. The electric boats are equipped with fenders all around, and a rubber bumper is mounted at the front. The most vulnerable part is the propeller. So be careful when reversing near the shore. If the propeller gets damaged, you won’t be able to get home—or you’ll get home very late!
Note: The boat is propelled by the propeller, so always keep a little “throttle open” when turning a corner. This is similar to an outboard motor.
Look ahead carefully, take it easy, give it a little time to get used to it, and everything will be fine. “Easy does it.”
Very important—don’t take any risks on the water—and certainly not around commercial vessels. Those big ships have trouble maneuvering and stopping—so NEVER pass right in front of them, and stay away from their wake as well—because it will make your boat uncontrollable.