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Best Boat Rentals Near Detroit, MI

Labor Day Weekend Boat Rentals

Best Boat Rentals Near Detroit, MI

$214+ /hour

Harsens Island, MI

5.0 (35 bookings)

Driving Miss Jillian Boat Charters

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Harris pontoon in St. Clair Shores, MI near me

$114+ /hour

St. Clair Shores, MI

5.0 (38 bookings)

2024 Luxury Tritoon - Smooth Ride, Serious Fun!

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Vexus Boats bass boat in Holly, MI near me

$47+ /hour

Holly, MI

5.0 (12 bookings)

Vexus VX21Bass Boat (Tournament Ready)

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 4 passengers

$75+ /hour

Grosse Ile Township, MI

4.6 (15 bookings)

22 ft super clean pontoon boat ready to use in the Detroit River.

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$116+ /hour

Waterford Township, MI

5.0 (14 bookings)

Luxury Tritoon-Premier Sunsation/18 person capacity

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$75+ /hour

Fenton, MI

2019 22ft South Bay Pontoon 224

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 11 passengers

Rent a BENNINGTON MARINE pontoon in Lake Orion, MI near me

$70+ /hour

Lake Orion, MI

5.0 (2 bookings)

22 Foot Bennington Pontoon on Beautiful Lake Orion

6 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

Rent a BAYLINER deck boat in Brighton, MI near me

$92+ /hour

Brighton, MI

5.0 (16 bookings)

Local Lakes Only - Bayliner E18 – Trailer/Launch Included In Price!

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 9 passengers

$348+ /hour

Put-in-Bay, OH

Put-in-Bay Sailing Charter aboard Foggy Dew. 38' Sailboat.

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$298+ /hour

Wyandotte, MI

Best River charter boat on The Detroit River and Lake St. Clair!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$185+ /hour

Detroit, MI

4.9 (25 bookings)

Classic American Cruiser-Enjoy spring on the river! Includes Captain!

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a Tollycraft Boats deck boat in Detroit, MI near me

$195+ /hour

Detroit, MI

5.0 (3 bookings)

Classic American Sport Cruising Detroit River. Includes Captain!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$68+ /hour

White Lake Township, MI

Release SXE Flats Fishing Boat

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 4 passengers

$200+ /hour

Detroit, MI

Sycorax Electric Sunset Cruise - 100% Electric 100% Amazingi

4 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Top boat rental reviews in Detroit, MI

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Customers Reviews

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Local Lakes Only - Bayliner E18 –...

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars

The owner, Rob, is very friendly, helpful, and timely with communication.

The boat was in like-new condition,...

james

Jun 2025
22 Foot Bennington Pontoon on Beautiful Lake Orion

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars

My family and I had a great boating experience and it began and ended with Ryan's hospitality and friendliness.

Wes

Sep 2025
Luxury Tritoon-Premier Sunsation/18 person...

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars

Could not have asked for a better hostess!! We had the BEST time and we're already planning our next trip. Carrie and...

Jessica

Jul 2025
Classic American Sport Cruising Detroit River....

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars

Gorgeous boat perfect for a relaxing time out on the river.

Micah

May 2024
Vexus VX21Bass Boat (Tournament Ready)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars

If you want excellent service and to meet an even better Christian man, Matt is the guy to rent from. His Vexus is...

Russ

Jun 2024
Driving Miss Jillian Boat Charters

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars

Boat was great! Had a super nice time and it was very clean.

ANNE

May 2024

How to rent a boat in Detroit?

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Select a captain

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Set sail

Enjoy your day on the water with friends and family!

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Detroit?

Boat rentals in Detroit start at $43/hour. Boats can be rented with or without a captain.

What are the top destinations to explore with a Detroit boat rental?

With a Detroit boat rental, top destinations include the Detroit River for incredible views of the downtown skyline and international waters along the US-Canada border. Belle Isle Park is a favorite boating stop, offering sandy beaches, a marina, and green space to explore. Cruise past the Ambassador Bridge or head toward Lake St. Clair for open-water activities, fishing, and waterfront restaurants. The Grosse Pointe shoreline also offers a scenic backdrop for a relaxing ride. Boating in Detroit offers a unique mix of urban energy and natural beauty.