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.
Milwaukee 12
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Milwaukee Sunrise Charters
1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Edelweiss Cruises and Boat Tours
205 W Highland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Bentley Boat Tours
1201 W Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
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Jack's Charter Service
1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa,Su 05:00-22:00
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BoatMKE
206 W Highland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Milwaukee Boat Line
1124 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Sea Dog Sailing
100 E Lagoon Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Sea Dog Sailing
1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202-1336
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Kanaloa Tiki
1110 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53203-1100
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Crabby Charters
1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202-1336
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Milwaukee Pedal & Paddle Tavern | The Harp
113 E Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-2560
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Len-Der Charters
318 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
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Dells Army Ducks
1550 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy N, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965-8446
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Dells Ghost Boat
11 Broadway, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
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WildThing Jet Boat Tours
1550 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy N, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965-8446
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Dells Boat Tours
107 Broadway, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
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Dells Boat Tours
2360 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
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Jet Boat Adventures
2360 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy N, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
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Dells Boat Tours
1890 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy N, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965-8483
Bayfield 5
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Apostle Islands Cruises
2 Front St, Bayfield, WI 54814
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Superior Charters & Yacht Sales
34475 Port Superior Rd 719, Bayfield, WI 54814
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Lake Superior Tall Ships
84190 Pikes Bay Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814-5009
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Northern Lights Adventures
34480 Port Superior Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814
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Windeavor Charters
34480 Port Superior Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814
Kenosha 3
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Sail Away Charters
21 56th St, Kenosha, WI 53140-3798
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Lucky Lyle Fishing Charters
443 50th St, Kenosha, WI 53140
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Lucky Lyle Fishing Adventures
443 50th St S, Kenosha, WI 53140
Madison 3
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Paddle Pub Madison
802 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715-1282
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Happy Wanderer Travel and Tours
6160 Dell Dr, Madison, WI 53718-7800
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Pandora Boat Company
101 N Mills St, Madison, WI 53715
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Cornucopia Sailing
22620 Siskiwit Bay Pkwy, Cornucopia, WI 54827-5002
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Good Earth Outfitters Llc
22670 Siskiwit Bay Pkwy, Cornucopia, WI 54827-5002
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Fish Creek Scenic Boat Tours
9448 Spruce St, Fish Creek, WI 54212-9353
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Door County Adventure Rafting
3899 State Highway 42, Fish Creek, WI 54212-9630
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Sail Door County
10707 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234
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Sister Bay Scenic Boat Tours
10707 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234-9687
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Sail Sturgeon Bay
City Marina, 107 N 1st Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
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Lynn A Fishing Charters
6831 Edgewood Ct, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
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Shoreline Boat Tours
8132 WI-57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
De Pere 1
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River Tyme Tours - De Pere
101 Front St, De Pere, WI 54115
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Sail Door County at The Alpine
7715 Alpine Road, Egg Harbor, WI 54209
Ellison Bay 1
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Shoreline Scenic Cruises And Charters
12747 State Highway 42 Ste 1002, Ellison Bay, WI 54210-9792
Ephraim 1
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Wisconsin Water Wings
9993 Water St S, Ephraim, WI 54211
Florence 1
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Eagle Marine and Sport
1494 US Highway 2, Florence, WI 54121
Gibraltar 1
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Kayak Guide Justin
Log Cabin, 3903 WI-42, Gibraltar, WI 54212
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Foxy Paddler Party Boat
325 N Washington St, Green Bay, WI 54301
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The Escapade of Green Lake
653 Illinois Ave, Green Lake, WI 54941-9750
Horicon 1
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Blue Heron Landing
305 Mill St, Horicon, WI 53032
Hudson 1
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St. Croix River Cruises
1st &, 98 Walnut St, Hudson, WI 54016
Kewaunee 1
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Rippling Waters Sport Fishing
123 N Main St, Kewaunee, WI 54216
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American Marine
2100 Dawson Ave, La Crosse, WI 54603
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Adventure Vacations and Boat Kayak
254 Chebomnicon Bay Rd, La Pointe, WI 54850
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Geneva Cruises
1016 Dodge St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
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Princess Kay Paddlewheel Riverboat Wisconsin Dells boat tours
W1147 River Bay Rd, Lyndon Station, WI 53944
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SimpleSail Charters
300 Wells St, Marinette, WI 54143
Merrimac 1
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Lake Wisconsin Cruises
E13105 Hwy 78, Merrimac, WI 53561
Monona 1
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Paddle Pub Madison
6308 Inland Way # 5, Monona, WI 53713-1845
Oshkosh 1
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Cruisin' Tikis Oshkosh
1501 Arboretum Dr, Oshkosh, WI 54901
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Fox Bros Charter Service
100 N Franklin St, Port Washington, WI 53074-1901
Racine 1
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Margaret V Charters
2302 Green St, Racine, WI 53402
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Wisconsin River Cruises
913 W Kemp St, Rhinelander, WI 54501
Russell 1
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Escape Excursions LLC
Legendary Waters Resort and Casino, Russell, WI 54814
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Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan
701 Riverfront Drive (Boat Location), Sheboygan, WI 53082
Superior 1
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Schooner Charley
92 30th Ave E, Superior, WI 54880-4049
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Lake Delton Marketing
2500 48th St S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494-7713
Also in Wisconsin
- Fishing Charters & Clubs275
- Marinas and Harbors198
- Tackle and Bait Shops155
- Boat Rentals133
- Kayak & Canoe Rentals93
- Boat Storage46
- Boat Ramps28
- Marinas with Transient Slips28
- Scuba Diving Centers25
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches13
- Ferries & Water Taxis12
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches11
- Surf Shops & Schools10
- Sailing and Yacht Clubs6
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 Wisconsin, check the 65 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 Wisconsin, MarinaAtlas indexes 65 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.