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Wanna get out on the water for an hour, an afternoon or an entire day? Whether you are an experienced boater or a total newbie there’s a float-astic experience out there for you.
Here are some boat and kayak rental places in Milwaukee. Call or visit the websites to get the latest, safest info.
Boat MKE
(414) 563-7025
boatmke.com
Rent a 4-person retro boat, 10-person "donut boat" and pontoon. Prices vary based on type of boat, day of rental and duration of water time.
Brew City Kayak
(414) 939-5443
brewcitykayak.com
Brew City offers kayaks tours and rentals for up to four hours a day.
ClearWater Outdoor (CWO) Kayak Rental
(414) 217-8202
clearwateroutdoor.com
Located next to the Milwaukee Public Market, CWO offers kayak and paddleboard rental.
Kanola Tiki Lounge Boat
(414) 909-2628
kanaloatikilounge.com
This floating tiki lounge accommodates 12 people, including one person in your group who is the designated (sober) driver. (Or for no additional cost, Kanola Tiki will provide a driver.) Must be 21 years old to participate.
Milwaukee Duffy Boat Rentals
(414) 240-8428
milwaukeeduffy.com
Milwaukee Duffy Boats rent out electric vessels to cruise the Milwaukee River for up to 12 people in 90-minute increments. Must be at least 25 to rent one.
Milwaukee Kayak Company
(414) 301-2240
milwaukeekayak.com
Rent a kayak, tandem kayak, canoe or paddle board or attend a guided tour, class or other event.
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Riverwalk Boat Tours & Rentals
(414) 283-9999
riverwalkboats.com
Offers public sunset cruises, riverside pub tours, private charters and self-captained pontoon boat rentals in Milwauke
SailTime
(262) 994-1416
sailtime.com
SailTime offers memberships for the more-serious sailor. SailTime has locations in Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha.
Urban Ecology Centers
urbanecologycenter.org
There are three Urban Ecology Centers in Milwaukee. Canoe and kayak rental is available for free for members.
Wheel Fun Rentals
(414) 232-5027
wheelfunrentals.com
Rent a swan boat by the hour. Large swans fit up to 5 people. Ideal for families with younger kids.
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