10/10 will recommend. Had an amazing time. Celebrated my birthday with my friends and i must say…read morethat we will be back again soon!

My friends and I have been going on a lake excursion every year, and Paradise Rental Boats is who…read morewe trust. We have rented both a pontoon boat and one with a slide and all of their boats are kept up to standard and are clean. The person who drives the boat is required to take a test and know boat safety before getting in the water. We rented a pontoon boat from 11 am to 5 pm and was $550 plus gas consumption. They do get really busy and packed, so parking could be an issue. The walk from parking to where you check in is quite hilly, so keep this in mind when bringing children/elders. There's even a place where you can inflate your floaties to enjoy the lake better!

We went out on Lake Lanier on a 24-foot pontoon rented from Aqua Sports Adventures in Buford. We…read morehad a good time, but my experience wasn't as fun as my previous boat outings on Lake Lanier and Lake Allatoona. We originally wanted to rent a boat with an upper deck, slide, wet bar, and toilet (like the boats I've gone out on in the past from different boat rental companies), but Aqua Sports Adventures didn't have any so we were "stuck" with a 24-foot pontoon. This pontoon had a max capacity of 14 passengers. We used the entire 14-person allotment and after fuel, fees, taxes, and gratuity, our total per person cost to rent the boat all day (9am-5pm) was $34. It wasn't a bad price, but it wasn't as good of a deal as other bigger and better boats I've rented from businesses like Port Royale in Gainesville ($25: https://www.yelp.com/biz/port-royale-gainesville-3?hrid=p9tlB4H5UfFBNDjPXg0AtA) and Paradise Rental Boats in Acworth ($32: https://www.yelp.com/biz/paradise-rental-boats-acworth?hrid=4OA7jBULdk2refVmaBfiHg). Granted, a lot of factors go into the price you pay including the number of people you bring with you to split the cost. Ultimately, however, I paid more for a smaller boat which was not as enjoyable. I do not recommend maxing out the boat's passenger capacity. Naturally, the more passengers you have, the less space there is on the boat and this includes the space needed for bags, coolers, floatables, and other stuff. We were crammed for space. It was tight and got uncomfortable at times. The pontoon had limited shade (what seemed like less coverage than other pontoons I've been on in the past) and because we had several people, it forced several to have to sit and bake/burn in the sun. As for the boat itself, which was 90-horsepower, it was in OK shape at best. Like renting a car, we walked around the boat (with an Aqua Sports Adventures employee) and marked on a sheet of paper any existing damage which included some pretty big dents. After leaving the dock, we discovered that the front door to our boat was broken. Through wear and tear, the hinge had become unscrewed. And despite our efforts to balance the weight, the boat always seemed to tip to one side. This may or may not have been related to steering problems which I noticed when driving the boat. At higher speeds, no matter how hard I turned the steering wheel to the left and no matter which direction the current/wakes seemed to be going, the boat always drifted right. The steering was out of whack. Therefore, I had to drive at moderate to slow speeds. Anyone who wants to drive a boat has to watch a 10-minute safety video and take a 20-question boat safety test. If you want to save time, you can watch the video and take the test ahead of time here: https://aquasportsadventures.com/booking/index.php/safety/. Obviously, this is a great idea. However, what they don't teach you is what all the different signs and buoys mean out on the lake (some, but not all), how to dock and undock, and how to anchor. I guess the staff just assumed we knew how to do all this on our own. Fortunately, some of us had boating experience, but it wouldn't hurt for folks like me who needed a refresher. We ended up taking our rental boat north to Van Pugh North Park with the intention of grilling. Unfortunately, all of the grills were taken so we went south to Burton Mill Park. We were able to find an open grill here. Both Van Pugh North Park and Burton Mill Park have beaches, grills, and restrooms, both of which were fairly clean. Since our pontoon didn't have a toilet, the park's restrooms were important. If you rent a pontoon, it's good to know where the parks and restrooms are beforehand. A map is provided on the boat and you can also use your smartphone (we relied on Google Maps). We found a cove to anchor down at near Burton Mill Park, grilled, ate, drank, and played on the beach and in the water. It was nice and relaxing once we finally got settled down. All of the Aqua Sports Adventures employees I encountered were young and friendly. The company is located at Holiday on Lake Lanier (Holiday Marina) on the south end of Lake Lanier. It's situated just outside Lanier Islands Resort, so no, you don't have to pay a gate fee. There is a guardhouse to Holiday on Lake Lanier and they will direct you to Aqua Sports Adventures which has a spacious parking lot and restrooms. While not bad, given my better experiences with other boating companies, I'm not sure I would rent from these guys again.

really good people highly recommend especially if you're staying on Lanier Islands come here versus…read moreMargaritaville. Robert is amazing Kaylee We rented a pontoon for the day they were top quality I felt like it was my boat and they were here to make sure everything was perfect for us

ODW is the best. I experienced my first international trip with this group and I have nothing but…read moregood things to say. Great communication of changes and problem solving. The entire team is very humble and down to earth. Every aspect of the trip was action packed and whenever I ran into someone from the team I was greeted with a smile and asked if I was ok and having a great time. I witnessed the compassion they put into making this exactly what the title of the business is...ONE DOPE WEEKEND! I plan to travel again with them in the future because they became more than a client/business relationship, they became family! Thank you Shawn, Bri, Brandon, Tabs, Kris and the one and only dope DJ...DC Infamous for making my first ride the best!

I've been with ODW since it's inception. I've gone to Dubai, Dominican Republic and most recently,…read moreThailand. I travel a lot for work and personal.... if there's one thing I know, it's how things need to be done & organized. My expectations of service and clientele are high and if I don't like something, trust me, I'm the first to say something. In saying this, ODW has exceeded my expectations. Every trip is better than the last. Love that discounted group flights are available, exclusions are included and most of all, that the business is done with integrity. The group is equipped with: Party promoter, travel agent, DJ, photographer/ videographer, merchandise designer & emcee. They come on every trip to ensure everyone is outfitted, informed , everything goes smoothly and everyone has a great time. Those in the group are kumbaya. They've eliminated the fear of traveling alone or not knowing anyone... by the end of the trip, you not only know people like family, you have inside jokes. This is a safe group. It's a family environment and those brining good vibes. This group is all inclusive: from old to young, single to married, introverted to extroverted, all races/ethnicities. If you want to see the world, try new foods, laugh & have a good time and shake your bonbon a little, this group is for you.

Highly recommend Lanier Boat Charter! We've gone on two Holiday Tours and one Paranormal…read moreInvestigation. Super fun and perfect for a date night. We've also met some great like-minded fun people on these cruises. One of our favorites was the Lake Lanier Association Holiday Cruise.

I recently rented a Tritoon from Lanier Boat Charters, and I had a great time. If you're looking…read morefor an easy day at the lake this is the way to go! I booked about a month in advance for rental on Saturday from 11am-7pm. My rental for a 12 seater was $484 after taxes and fees and then $13 for gas at the end. The boat was large with half shaded and half in the sun. There was ample storage space for coolers and personal items. There's also a Bluetooth speaker that worked perfectly that we used to play music all day. Be sure to bring a cooler, trash bags, and a phone charger. They came in handy! They also have half day rentals and lower fares during off season. Be sure to take the online safety course before you arrive so you can do a quick safety review and boat walk through(we videotaped ours) before heading out. The staff were very helpful for any questions or suggestions on where to go.

Great folks!! Quick to respond! Very helpful in understanding all of the activities around the…read morelake. Feels like your cruising the lake with very connected and responsible crew. Will def be planning another trip where we use their services to the full!!!!

Captain Marc is awesome person who knows the lake and is focused on keeping all safe. He has…read moregreat stories that make the ride a great one!

We came down for the 4th of July and rented a boat at this marina. The marina itself is clean and…read morethe staff is really great. They were helpful and attentive! The boats were great and when we had an issue, they reacted and made it right. This is the biggest reason I gave them a full 5 stars rather than just four. Originally I had thought to give them 4 because of the issue with our boat, but you learn a lot about a company when they face adversity. When the boat we had rented kept stalling, they got us onto another boat ASAP and we had a great day. I'd recommend this marina and plan to go out there again soon!

Got a pump out service for my sailboat today and had the best service from Prestin. He was very…read morehelpful, patient and friendly. Highly recommend!!!

The experience was good overall. The river was not moving very fast so be prepared to fry if you…read moreare not wearing protective clothing and hats. The views were pretty and the kids enjoyed it.

My wife and I were looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon and we decided we would try…read morethe one hour relaxing tube ride down the Etowah River. We could not be more pleased with the experience. If you're looking for Rapids this is not the ride for you but if you're looking for an hour of pure relaxation this fits the bill perfectly. It's also important to mention that the people who run the operation are the nicest people genuine enthusiastic and all around great people. That made it even more worth it. The tubing gets five stars the staff gets six stars. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

David and the folks at Grass Shack are the best. They helped us order a new Key West 263fs and knew…read morethe answers to a borage of technical questions. At no point were they pushy, only helpful. Any questions were responded to immediately. Not only did they get us into an incredible boat, weeks after the sale David found a new Yamaha 5yr warranty promo and retroactively got us registered. Even after the sale they work hard for the customer. You won't regret stopping by.

Would give 6 stars if allowed. The entire staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. We…read morehave had the team service our tri-toon (Yamaha outboard) the last 5+ years, and never had any issues. Highly recommend.

The day was perfect. Calm waters and warm temps. The guide explained the history of the development…read moreof the lake, and took us to the waterfalls that would never be found without his knowledge. The price is right because renting a boat was more than we needed for a 3 hour tour. I booked online ahead but several couple paid that day, I assume by calling and knowing there was an opening for them.

I'll start off with WOW! An amazing afternoon. Four of us…read morebooked a 3 hour tour and Captain Kevin filled those 3 hours showing us the beauty of this lake and explaining it's history. We stopped and got out at awesome waterfalls and natural sandy beaches. Many photo opportunities and lots of laughter. 5 stars+

I would highly recommend Lake Hartwell Boat tours. Captain Russell is very knowledgeable of the…read morearea Lakes and their history. He took my two daughters and I to several great coves to swim. We had a wonderful time relaxing and touring the lake. Russell makes pick up and drop off simple. He will find the closest dock to your location. He is an exceptionally safe driver and his boat is well maintained. If you are looking for an amazing day on the lake, Lake Hartwell Boat tours is for you!

Booked Lake Hartwell Boat tours for the Sunset Cruise on my Birthday weekend. It was easy to…read morecontact Captain Russell and his rates are very reasonable. His boat was spotless and looked brand new and he even brought us water to drink. His driving skills and lake knowledge where also top notch. Our kids loved hearing about the history of the lake and he took them to some great swimming spots. He goes the extra mile to take care of his guests. We had rented a cottage from the state park and he picked us up and dropped us off right at our dock. This was a great addition to a great weekend and thanks again Russell.