A motorized hydrofoil water craft that has a substantially horizontally disposed flotation device that may be configured to receive an adult human in a prone, sitting or standing position. The craft includes a hydro foil, a motor, and a steering mechanism. The hydrofoil may have various configurations and be detachable, while the motor may be electric and have an associated battery that is situated underwater in use. The steering mechanism may include a canard and be configured for vertical movement of the canard. Several embodiments are disclosed.