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Best Pontoon Rentals Near Michigan

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Top Michigan pontoon boat rentals

Rent a GODFREY MARINE pontoon in Chicago, IL near me

$141+ /hour

Chicago, IL

5.0 (27 bookings)

Pontoon / Tritoon Charter with Licensed Captain

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 7 passengers

$61+ /hour

Sault Ste. Marie, MI

5.0 (3 bookings)

Pontoon Da Soo

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 9 passengers

$140+ /hour

Howell, MI

5.0 (1 booking)

Fish, Family & Fun | a bad day on the water beats a good day at work

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$75+ /hour

Grosse Ile Township, MI

4.5 (12 bookings)

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

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

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

$100+ /hour

St. Clair Shores, MI

5.0 (5 bookings)

24' Crest Tritoon - 12 ppl, 150HP Mercury

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a VIAGGIO BY MISTY HARBOR pontoon in Fox Lake, IL near me

$127+ /hour

Fox Lake, IL

5.0 (38 bookings)

Brand New Viaggo 22S Pontoon Boat

3 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$170+ /hour

St. Joseph, MI

5.0 (2 bookings)

Your adventure awaits on the water!

2 - 4 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$81+ /hour

Two Rivers, WI

5.0 (11 bookings)

2023 Pontoon- Perfect for the whole family!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$81+ /hour

Manistee, MI

5.0 (11 bookings)

Pontoons so shiny you can shave in the reflection! <br/>

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 10 passengers

$67+ /hour

Harrison Township, MI

5.0 (25 bookings)

24 ft Tritoon Fun and sun on Lake St Clair. Save on weekdays!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$75+ /hour

Houghton Lake, MI

5.0 (3 bookings)

Premium Pontoon Rental

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Premier Marine pontoon in Waterford Township, MI near me

$116+ /hour

Waterford Township, MI

5.0 (12 bookings)

Luxury Tritoon-Premier Sunsation/18 person capacity

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a SEA-DOO pontoon in Elkhorn, WI near me

$88+ /hour

Elkhorn, WI

5.0 (4 bookings)

2023 21ft' Sea Doo Cruise Jet Toon

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$150+ /hour

Winneconne, WI

2023 Tritoon

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$69+ /hour

Houghton Lake, MI

21' Pontoon with radio, bimini top, newly refinished! Seats 8!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$50+ /hour

Carp Lake, MI

5.0 (24 bookings)

Paradise Lake Pontoon boat rental

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$69+ /hour

Gladwin, MI

20’ Manitu Pontoon

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$56+ /hour

New Lisbon, WI

5.0 (7 bookings)

2024 Sunchaser Geneva 22' Pontoon with 90hp outboard for rent

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 11 passengers

Top pontoon boat rentals reviews in Michigan

289,084

Customers Reviews

4.95

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5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

Lisa

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

James was a great captain. Very responsive. I found the boat to be clean and well-maintained. We took this cruise...

Chelsie

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

We had an amazing 3-hour ride with James on Lake Michigan! He was incredibly friendly, professional, and...

Suneet

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Premium Pontoon...

Brian was excellent boat owner and renter. Boat was in beautiful shape, at the dock and ready to go, but also very...

Andrew

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

We had an unforgettable private boat tour on the Chicago River, and Captain James made the whole experience...

Gagan

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

We had a really great time on James’s boat. Would highly recommend it to everyone!

Shaurya

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Brand New Viaggo...

Giovanni

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

We had an incredible experience thanks to Captain James! He was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to...

Alec

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

24' Crest Tritoon...

Absolutely clean boat with really good service. Mark was there if we need anything made everything clear.

Alex

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

24' Crest Tritoon...

This is the 2nd year that we have rented Mark’s boat. He is so easy to work with, very accommodating. The boat was...

Noelle

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

24 ft Tritoon Fun...

Boat was great! Host was great!

Ray

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Premium Pontoon...

Brian was prompt to respond and very thorough in the details. The boat was even better in person! I highly...

Liz

Jul 2025

How to rent a pontoon boat in Michigan?

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Frequently asked questions

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a pontoon boat?

The cost of renting a pontoon boat depends on the size, location, and rental time of the boat. Prices can range anywhere from $200 for a half-day rental or just under a $1,000 for longer rentals.