Choose from 14 different boats from 12 providers and enjoy a boat rental with or without a captain for as little as $452. Browse for your favorite vessel and rent a boat in Chicago now
Boats can be chosen based on different criteria. Some of the most popular amenities people choose include "internet," "no smoking allowed," and "scuba diving gear included".
Other popular amenities include "coolers/fridges included", "air conditioning" and " onboard toilets"
With plenty of amenities available, you won't be stuck lacking any facilities and can enjoy your day out on the water.
| Month | Average Temp °F | Sea Water Temp °F |
|---|---|---|
| January | 31.00°F | 34.90°F |
| February | 30.00°F | 33.40°F |
| March | 41.10°F | 35.80°F |
| April | 52.40°F | 41.50°F |
| May | 62.50°F | 50.70°F |
| June | 71.80°F | 61.70°F |
| July | 82.00°F | 71.10°F |
| August | 75.30°F | 73.00°F |
| September | 65.90°F | 68.40°F |
| October | 54.10°F | 58.50°F |
| November | 42.50°F | 48.40°F |
| December | 29.90°F | 40.60°F |
Over three quarters of the vessels listed (78.45%) in Chicago are motorboat rentals. The average price of motorboat rentals in Chicago is $1,842 per day.
Yachts are the second most popular listed boats and cost an average of $5,112 per day. The remaining listed vessels include pontoon rentals and sailboat rentals.
Whether you want to host a corporate event, enjoy a day on the waters in a super yacht or want a watercraft that's more budget friendly, there are plenty of options available. Explore the shore of Lake Michigan and the beautiful skyline from a boat now.
There are a number of items you should bring on a boat trip. The individual boat owner might have some extra requirements like a boater education card (if you're renting without a captain and want to operate the vessel yourself) so you'll want to ask them when making the booking.
But common items worth bringing include:
You should be good to go with those items. Again, ask the boat owner directly if there is anything else you should bring.
This is exactly what it sounds like. A boat tour exploring Chicago's wonderful architecture and skyline.
Charter a boat on the rivers of Chicago and get a more intimate look at the city.
If you are renting a boat in the summer, it might be worth renting from Lake Michigan and checking out the lake beaches.
This wonderful Pier is located on the shoreline of Lake Michigan. There are plenty of people around this area as it has a lot of shops, parks and restaurants.
The wonderful building is worth checking out on your next boating trip with it's beautiful designed building.
Playpen is a boating enclave near Ohio Street Beach where many boaters gather to socialize and enjoy the waters.
Popular among the younger generation, it hosts a large boat party once a year where 1000's of people gather to party onboard their boats. If you enjoy a spring break type vibe, this is your spot. Once a year, there is a popular party called the Chicago Scene Boat Party which occurs every July.
You don't need to have a boat license to rent a boat in Chicago if you choose the captain option. If you wish to rent a boat in Chicago without a captain and you were born after 1988, you'll need a boat safety identification card. Alternatively, as mentioned, you can simply rent a boat with a captain so you don't have to worry about
operating the watercraft if you are born after 1988 and don't want to get a safety card.
There is pretty much every type of boat available to rent in Chicago. These include:
Please note that this is just some of what you can charter. There are more options also available
Browse through the different watercrafts and simply message the owner or book a boat rental in Chicago instantly. It's the very same as Airbnb but for boats. No need to worry about hiring a captain separately. The majority of these vessels come with the option for a captain/skipper included in the price.