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Best Pontoon Rentals Near Illinois

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Top Illinois pontoon boat rentals

Rent a GODFREY MARINE pontoon in Chicago, IL near me

$141+ /hour

Chicago, IL

5.0 (50 bookings)

Pontoon / Tritoon Charter with Licensed Captain

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 7 passengers

$50+ /hour

Danville, IL

5.0 (10 bookings)

Lake Vermilion Pontoon Boat

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$56+ /hour

Watson, IL

5.0 (4 bookings)

“Grama's Get-Away” pontoon has room for the whole family.

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$116+ /hour

Antioch, IL

5.0 (1 booking)

Great comfortable Sun Tracker 20 DLX pontoon

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$700+ /hour

Chicago, IL

4.9 (60 bookings)

20 Passenger Captained Party & Event Boat in Chicago, Illinois!

3 hours Captained

Up to 20 passengers

$61+ /hour

St. Louis, MO

2023 Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21' – Modern Jet-Driven Fun on the Water!

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$600+ /hour

Chicago, IL

5.0 (97 bookings)

14 Passenger Captained Party & Event Boat in Chicago, IL!

Chicago, IL

Party boat with waterslide! 12 Guests

3 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$800+ /hour

Chicago, IL

5.0 (49 bookings)

24 Passenger Captained Party & Event Boat in Chicago, Illinois!

Chicago, IL

14 Passenger Captained Party & Event Boat in Chicago, IL!

3 hours Captained

Up to 14 passengers

$46+ /hour

Gilbertsville, KY

Bayliner 18 Fishing Perfect for a Day Spent Fishing - Kentucky

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 4 passengers

$71+ /hour

Gilbertsville, KY

25-Foot Adventure Cruiser: Perfect for Relaxation & Fun - Kentucky

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$87+ /hour

Gilbertsville, KY

Best in the fleet - Aloha 26 Double Decker w/ Slide - Kentucky

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$87+ /hour

Gilbertsville, KY

5.0 (8 bookings)

Our New 175 HP Aloha 26 Double Decker Pontoon - Kentucky!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

Top pontoon boat rentals reviews in Illinois

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5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

Awesome experience! Great captain, extremely knowledgeable and made everything easy. Highly recommend!

Marquest

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Great comfortable...

Could not have been more accommodating; we were late and Andrew waited for us to make sure everything was taken care...

Kyle

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

I had an incredible time on this boat! From the moment we stepped aboard, everything was smooth sailing (literally)....

Christin

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

James and his boat are great! He took us everywhere we wanted to go, made sure we had plenty of bathroom breaks, and...

Jasmine

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

We had the best time celebrating my birthday on James's boat. He is a super professional and warm captain and ensured...

Megha

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

The experience was amazing. James is a great Capitan I highly recommend him. He has a great attitude and he’s very...

Pedro

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

Ellie

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

We had the best time with Captain James on our Chicago pontoon rental!
Our group of 7 girls had an absolute...

Stephanie

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

Yumna

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

Benjamin

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

James was amazing! Had jackets for the little kids, and made everything about the experience PERFECT. He also took...

Nick

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Pontoon / Tritoon...

Lisa

Jul 2025

How to rent a pontoon boat in Illinois?

Find the perfect boat

Enter your desired location and date to explore our fleet of pontoon boats.

Select a captain

Choose to drive yourself or select a USCG licensed captain.

Book with ease

Connect with your boat owner and complete your booking online.

Set sail

Enjoy your day on the water with friends and family!

Why Boatsetter?

As the global leader in peer-to-peer boat rentals, Boatsetter offers an easy, safe and accessible way to experience on-the-water adventure. With boat rentals in 600+ locations, finding a boat is easy and with the option to tap into the largest network of USCG licensed captains, boating experience is not required.

Get out on the water worry-free, knowing our insurance covers every boating trip

Choosing the right boat rental platform is essential to your peace of mind while on the water. That's why we've gone the extra mile to focus on safety through our exclusive partnership with GEICO Marine and BoatUS. As the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer rental, you are protected during all rentals with insurance coverage and on-water assistance through TowBoatUS.

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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.