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    18' Pontoon Boat Rental on the Chicago River

    Captain your own pontoon on the Chicago River for two hours with training and life vests provided

    4.6 stars• 114 reviews
    From$271/ boatincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Pontoon boat, Training, Life vests

    Highlights

    Pilot your own 18-foot pontoon for a two-hour cruise on the Chicago River. Get dockside training before you depart, with life vests provided.

    • Drive an easy-to-operate, gas-powered automatic boat
    • Bring your own drinks and snacks or request catering
    • Learn basics during a brief dockside orientation
    • Enjoy Bluetooth capability; bring a personal speaker
    • Seat up to 6 guests, children included
    • Use provided life vests; under 13 must wear them

    What's Included

    • 18 ft pontoon boat
    • Basic training and safety briefing
    • Life vests

    Things to know

    Capacity is up to 6 people including children. The driver must have a standard driver's license. Children under 13 must wear life vests at all times.

    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.

    From$45per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

    No refunds for any reason. Reschedules for pontoons must be made at least 48 hours before the rental to avoid reschedule charges.

    Meeting details

    1177 North Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60642

    Experience provided by Chicago Boat Rentals
    Experience provided by Chicago Boat Rentals

    How can we help?

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    Private Boat

    $271.04

    2 Hour Rental, Private to your group- (6 people max) Please choose the number of boats needed from the dropdown menu

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