After moving to Lake Geneva I realized quickly that we needed to get out on the water. I reached…read moreout to a couple of places and the owner of Geneva Cruises (Thomas) responded quickly to set up a sunset cruise on Lake Geneva. We talked on the phone and were able to set up a time for our boat cruise. Meeting at the Riviera dock was easy (he called prior to let us know what he was wearing and what the boat looked like so it was easy to spot him). The boat ride was so enjoyable! We brought some snacks and wine to enjoy while we learned more about Lake Geneva and the houses in the area. The sunset was pretty spectacular too! Thanks Capt Thom! I look forward to another boat ride in the future.

We did a 4 hour boat tour today with Captain Thom and we had so much fun! We were celebrating a…read morebachelorette party, and Thom provided us a cooler with ice and some drinks also with room to add our own, a music Bluetooth hook up, beach towels, water floats, and sun screen! He even gave us all flowers to make a wish on for the bride, it was very sweet! Thom was really knowledgable about the lake and we enjoyed the interesting facts he shared about the various beautiful lakefront properties. We cruised around, toured the lake, and even got to float off the boat in the water! We could not recommend him enough! If we are ever back, we would love to take another trip with him! Thanks for a great day, Captain!

Wonderful 2 + hour boat ride on Lake Geneva! Such a fun afternoon on the amazing lake!read more

Jenny was great had an excellent experience! Very knowledgeable and easy going! got great food…read morerecommendations and bar recommendations for after boat trip 5 starts

Last weekend we were lucky enough to snag a spot on a Friday night Paddle Pub boat ride. Oh my, it…read moreturned out to be the highlight of our trip! First of all, it was truly a pleasure to meet Remy and his staff. Everyone was friendly, knowledgable and set the tone for a fun night out on the water. The staff was super accommodating and helpful, which helped us kick back and relax. The boat ride was a blast. There's something magical about cool fall air in Wisconsin, and experiencing it on a lake is pure bliss. It's even more special while sipping on cold Wisco brews as someone else is responsible for driving ;) Make sure to stock up on plenty of drinks as this tour is BYOB. Remy hooked us up with a cooler and ice, which was greatly appreciated! There's also a stereo hookup, so be prepared to play DJ from your smartphone. This tour is something that should NOT be missed when visiting Madison!

I have been a Flight Attendant for 10 yrs and due to COVID-19 decided to retire. I had my last trip…read morewith some of my favorite co workers and they decided to book this tour. We had the best staff take us out. We also stopped at the cutest location on the water. We spent what seams like forever building the memories I would now carry with me forever. I can't think Remy and Cody enough for taking care of us and showing us an absolutely amazing time in Madison. I can't think of a better way to end the last chapter of my favorite job.

Thank you so much to Joe and Bob for one of the best memories we ever made! We had a lovely friend…read morereunion and birthday celebration on the pontoon porch, and our kids (7 and 5 yo) were so happy to get to swim in the lake and "drive" the boat. Joe built the boat himself and the care and love he put into it shows. Thanks again, hopefully see you next summer! :)

Porch Pontoon under the care of Captain Joey offer chartered private cruises on Lake Mendota…read more Enjoy Madison's skyline with a day or sunset cruise. You can bring your own food and adult beverages and relax with family and friends. If you want to take a swim, Captain Joey will anchor the boat so passengers can enjoy a swim. One more reason Madison is a great place to live!

We rented this boat for a Saturday afternoon when we had friends in town. Saturdays are the…read morepriciest date for this rental but so worth it! Kanaloa Tiki provides a captain at no additional fee. The bathroom onboard is small and a few people in our group did use it. Besides the fact that it is such a fun boat with its decorations/theme, the best thing about this boat is seating that is shaded and seating that isn't. It was nice to switch between the two. The boat comes equipped with Bluetooth so you can play your own music. Two hours down the Milwaukee river goes fast! We went all the down to Jones Island and then back to our docking location. There were about 8 of us on the boat and we had plenty of room. We also appreciated the cooler and ice provided by Kanaloa Tiki. You can bring food onboard and there is a nice bar top to put food on. We definitely want to rent this boat again and make it an annual thing!

We rented the tiki pontoon for our book club meeting. We had a great experience. There is no…read morecharge for a driver, and you can bring up to 11 people. Plus, there is a bathroom on board. I have not been fully pleased with the other pontoon rental services in the area who seem to be discombobulated and over run when they're trying to get multiple parties on multiple pontoons at the same time. This was a great experience and well worth the $$.

Such a fun experience. Really cool to see Milwaukee from the river/lake. Our driver was awesome and…read morevery friendly. We opted to make 1 stop (Cooperage) for a bathroom break which was perfect. No need to bring coolers they just put all the drinks in the middle compartment which was nice. Also... secret... you don't need to pedal which is great haha

On a whim, my friend and I booked a 10 am tour. We thought it would be a fun way to see the city…read more The tour is a little under 2 hours, which flew by. This review is for the boat with the tiki covering. We walked from our hotel and entered around the side of the Harp building. When we got there we were greeted by a lovely 4 legged friend, as a dog lover this was lovely. Sadly, the dog did not go on our tour but a different boat. The boat itself has plenty of space for any beverages or snacks. They had ice already ready for our drinks. The seats have a bike seat cushion, but no actual pedals. There was also space at the front of the shop for us to just sit and enjoy the scenery. There are speakers on board so you can hook up to Bluetooth if you want. The captain and his first mate were excellent! They were able to tell us some interesting facts about our surroundings. They took pictures with the background of the bridge and the Milwaukee graffiti. They had a point where you could get a picture wearing the captain's hat behind the steering. It was such a lovely touch to have someone who knew when a good photo opportunity was coming up and was ready to alert us and take our picture. Half way through the trip, we took a break at a restaurant to use the bathroom. We were able to quickly order and receive fries to bring on board. The fries were soooo crispy and delicious. We had booked a public tour and ended up getting along really well the big group that was with us. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. It helped take the whole experience to another level along with all the other little touches. We would definitely do this again. It was a nice way to see the city and to get out of the heat. I've never done a water tour like this and thoroughly enjoyed this! It was relaxing. I could see how some people would party hard on this so if you're looking for that, it's feasible.

Great afternoon and great boat! 10/10 recommend to get you and your 9 friends to join you for an…read moreafternoon of cruising and snacking up and down the river downtown! You won't regret it!

Highly recommend renting a duffy boat if you want to get out on the river in Milwaukee. Rentals are…read moreso affordable and you get to take the boats out all on your own. I love a good Milwaukee river day and Duffy boats provides that without having to go on a paddle tavern or other boat with strangers. It has a great back seat to catch some sun, and also a covered area with a table great for snacks!

We had an absolutely incredible experience with Golden Boat Rentals on Okauchee Lake! We had a…read moregroup of 11, including several kids, and everything was perfect from start to finish. The pontoon was spotlessly clean, comfortable, and in excellent condition, making it easy for everyone to relax and enjoy the day on the lake. The staff was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable, and the entire rental process was smooth and hassle-free. We were also pleasantly surprised by the excellent pricing--especially for the quality of the boat and service we received. If you're looking for a fun, stress-free day on Okauchee Lake, look no further than Golden Boat Rentals! We'll absolutely be back and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to make some great memories on the water!

What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday by get a boat rental on Okauchee Lake from Golden Boat…read moreRentals! Stephan (the proprietor) was fantastic in being prompt in setting up the rental,explaining the ins and outs of the pontoon, and helped us set up for a good time. Highly recommend this boat rental company for your next group outing!

Vince was really easy to work with. We had to reschedule our day on the lake due to some…read morescheduling conflicts, and Vince was very accommodating. We finally made it to the lake, and he even upgraded the boat for free. The boat was amazing, and our entire family loved our first tubing experience. An amazing experience all around. We will be back for sure!

Excellent service, we were able to rent a boat last minute, reasonably priced. Highly recommended!read more

I wish I had read reviews before renting here because our experience on the 4th of July was almost…read moreidentical to one posted previously, even though it was written over three years ago. Seeing the exact same sequence of events years later makes it hard to believe this is an isolated incident. Before we left, the young employees had us inspect the exterior of the boat for paint chips, scratches, and dents. However, no one ever raised the motor or showed us the condition of the propeller before we left. Looking back, that seems like a critical part of the inspection that was conveniently skipped. We also specifically asked one of the employees if there were any shallow areas or places on the lake we needed to avoid. He told us there were not, and we stayed in water that was consistently around 9-10 feet deep or more the entire day, we never struck anything and never experienced any impact that would suggest damage to the propeller. The moment we returned to the dock (before we had even gotten off the boat) an employee walked straight to the motor, raised the propeller, and immediately claimed we had damaged it. It felt like he already knew exactly what he was going to find before he even looked. The propeller itself had severe damage to every blade, as though it had gone through a rock bed. Yet the bottom of the boat and the lower unit showed no corresponding damage. Common sense says that if we had hit something hard enough to destroy every blade of the propeller, you would expect to see damage elsewhere on the boat as well. We never hit anything, and nothing about our day on the water matched the type of damage they claimed we caused. When we questioned this, we were told we "should have noticed the damage before leaving." That makes no sense. The propeller was submerged in the water, tucked underneath the boat, and it was dark-colored. There was no practical way for us to inspect it because they never lifted the motor or pointed it out during the pre-rental walkthrough. Instead, they only had us look for scratches, dents, and paint chips on the visible exterior of the boat. To make matters worse, the manager yelled at us in front of all of the young employees instead of handling the situation professionally. Then came the payment. We were first told we owed $500 for the damage. When my brother-in-law, who has boating experience, questioned that amount and pointed out that a propeller doesn't cost anywhere near $500, the charge immediately dropped to $125. The fact that the amount changed so quickly after being challenged only made the entire situation seem even more questionable. I will also note that we were a family of 6 adults and a 2 year old, not a bunch of young people being irresponsible. After reading the attached review describing nearly the exact same experience years earlier, it's difficult not to see a pattern. There are plenty of reputable boat rental companies around Lake Geneva that operate transparently and treat customers with respect. I strongly recommend taking your business elsewhere. What should have been an unforgettable Fourth of July on the lake ended with accusations and a dispute over damage that we did not cause. We will never rent from this company again.

Just a wonderful experience. Rentals were easy to set up. Boats were clean, worked wonderfully…read more Staff was professional, courteous and very helpful. Especially with the senior members of our group. Five stars. Will return and will recommend to all our friends