As one of the largest lakes in the Southeast, Lake Lanier has PLENTY of boat rental services to choose from.
We created this page to track all of the options, but check some of the superlatives to see which ones we think are best for specific uses or activities.
It’s definitely worth calling around and sometimes each marina may be willing to negotiate against each other. For these purposes, I’ve created a table here for all of the “at a glance” boat rental services on Lake Lanier:
| Booking Link | Phone Number | Location |
| Margaritaville at Lanier Islands | (470) 323-3465 | 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518 |
| Paradise Boat Rentals | (855) 944-7368 | 8800 Port Royale Drive Gainesville, GA 30506 |
| Aqua Sports Adventures | (770) 932-3366 | 6900 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518 |
| Lanier Boat Charter | (678) 882-8062 | 6800 Lights Ferry Rd, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 |
| Bait Shack Watersports | (678) 234-4371 | 4900 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30041 |
| Duckys Boat Rental | (770) 294-5681 | Private Party, per arrangement |
| Safe Harbor Aqualand | (678) 882-8062 | 6800 Lights Ferry Rd Flowery Branch, GA 30542 |
| Captain Watersports | (678) 221-4034 | 3539 Lake Breeze Ln, Gainesville, GA 30506 |
| Young Harris Watersports | (706) 896-0834 | Delivers to your location |
| Lake Lanier Jet Ski | (678) 228-8476 | 4950 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30041 |
For some very specific types of boats and services, here’s more in depth on some of the boat rental marinas:
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands: Best Party Boat Rental
Margaritaville is part of the sprawling Lake Lanier Island resort area.
If you are looking spend the day or weekend on a party boat (10+ passengers), Margaritaville has extensive, well maintained options to choose from.
Boat types include:
- Catalina Tritoon – 28 Feet, 150 HP, 12 Passenger Capacity
- Diamond Plus Tritoon – 25 Feet, 150 HP, 10 Passenger Capacity
- Diamond Tritoon – 25 Feet, 115 HP, 8 Passenger Capacity
- Gold Tritoon – 24 Feet, 150 HP, 11 Passenger Capacity
- Platinum Tritoon – 22 Feet, 115 HP, 10 Passenger Capacity
- Picnic Pontoon – 30 Feet, 150 HP, 15 Passenger Capacity
- Party Barge – 36 Feet, 150 HP, 20 Passenger Capacity
Lake Lanier boat rental pricing changes, so you can review the details for each of these boat options here.
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands Boat Rental Contact Details
- Website: Margaritaville Resorts
- Reservation Phone: (470) 323-3465
- Address: 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518
Paradise Rental Boats
Paradise Rental Boats carries the absolute best boats the industry has to offer.
Take the helm of one of their brand new pontoons, waverunners, or deckboats.
Why not have a family reunion, birthday party, or anniversary on the lake? Go skiing, fishing, sunbathing — or whatever floats your boat! It’s hassle-free. Don’t pass up a day of fun and relaxation on the water!
Get on the water today!
Boat Types Include:
- 20ft Pontoons
- 25ft Tritoons
- 20ft Deck Boats
- WaveRunners
- 32ft MegaCruiser
- 35ft Destination Yacht
- 40ft Island Voyager
Paradise Boat Rentals Contact Details
- Website: Port Royale Boat Rental
- Day-time phone: (770) 887-5715
- Address: 8800 Port Royale Drive Gainesville, GA 30506
Aqua Sports Adventures: Best Affordable Boat Rentals
Aqua Sports Adventures offers a variety of sport boats and pontoons, starting at slightly more affordable daily rates (versus only partial days or hourly offered elsewhere).
Located conveniently at Holiday Marina on Lake Lanier.
Some of their boating options include:
- Deck Boats – 150 HP, 9-10 Passengers
- Bowrider – 175-200 HP, 4-6 Passengers
- Premium Bowrider – 150 HP, 9 Passengers
- Pontoon (21 ft) – 60-90 HP, 8-9 Passengers
- Pontoon (22 ft) – 115 HP, 10 Passengers
- Premium Pontoon (24 fit) – 150 HP, 15 Passengers
Aqua Sports Adventures Contact Details
- Website: Aqua Sports Adventures
- Reservation Phone: (770) 932-3366
- Address: 6900 Lanier Islands Pkwy Buford, GA 30518
Bait Shack Watersports: Best Lake Lanier Fishing Boat Rental
If you are specifically looking for boats outfitted for fishing, the Bait Shack is a great, specialized rental option to check out.
What makes their boats different? They come with rod holders, live bait, fish finders and plenty of safety equipment. Just bring your rods & reels.
They also offer year-round boat rentals and fishing charters for a more curated experience of the best Lake Lanier fishing spots.
Bait Shack Contact Details
- Website: Lake Lanier Boat
- Reservation Phone: (678) 234-4371
- Address: 4900 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30041