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Boat Tours & Charters in Montana

11 of the 272 marinas and boating businesses we track in Montana are boat tours and private charters. Full listings for every city are on the Montana page.

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Excursions range from captained private sailboat rentals and sunset party boats to scheduled wildlife cruises and eco-tours. Choosing the right operator depends on whether you want a catered, hands-off experience or a BYOB group outing, as well as age restrictions for children. A map location shows where the vessel docks, but it will not tell you if fuel, captain fees, and safety gear are included in the listed rate.

Lakeside 2

  1. Far West Boat Tours

    7007 U.S. 93 S, Lakeside, MT 59922

    Call Website All Lakeside

  2. Big Sky Parasail Co.

    7007 U.S. 93 S, Lakeside, MT 59922

    Call Website All Lakeside

Bozeman 1

  1. Madison River Tubing

    1110 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715-3252

    Call Website All Bozeman

East Glacier Park 1

  1. Glacier Park Boat Company

    1 Midvale St, East Glacier Park, MT 59434-5038

    Call Website

Ennis 1

  1. Montana Fish Man Outfitting

    104 E Hugel St, Ennis, MT 59729

    Call Website All Ennis

Helena 1

  1. Gates of the Mountains

    3131 Gates of the Mountains Rd, Helena, MT 59602

    Call Website All Helena

Kalispell 1

  1. Jesco Marine & Power Sports

    568 Fir Ter, Kalispell, MT 59901

    Call Website All Kalispell

Lake McDonald 1

  1. Glacier Park Boat Company

    466 Lake McDonald Loop, Lake McDonald, MT 59936

    Call Website

Livingston 1

  1. Yellowstone Wood Boat Tours

    119 N 3rd St, Livingston, MT 59047

    Call Website All Livingston

Polson 1

  1. Polson Boat Rentals

    50472 US Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860-7054

    Call All Polson

West Glacier 1

  1. Glacier Park Boat Company

    Glacier National Park, Apgar Lp Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

    Call Website All West Glacier
Check the inclusions. Confirm whether the quoted price covers captain fees, fuel, port taxes, and gratuity, or if those are billed separately at dockside checkout.

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Good to know

What is the difference between a boat tour and a boat charter?

A boat tour sells individual tickets on a scheduled route with a set itinerary and shared passengers. A charter reserves the entire vessel for your private group, often allowing custom routes, flexible departure times, and personalized food or drink options.

Are food and drinks usually provided on board?

Larger sightseeing tours often feature a cash bar or light snacks, while private charters frequently operate on a BYOB basis with ice and coolers provided. Always check local regulations and company rules regarding glass containers and alcohol before boarding.

How much do boat tours and charters typically cost?

Shared passenger tours typically cost between $30 and $90 per person depending on the duration and destination. Private charters generally start around $300 to $600 for a few hours on a smaller craft, while larger yachts or specialized sail charters can run $1,000 or more.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Montana, check the 11 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Montana, MarinaAtlas indexes 11 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.