The price for boat rentals on Lake Norman varies by type of boat, day of the week, and other factors.

Boat rental pricing with Mater Captain  included will mainly depend on the length of the charter. The best way to see what your experience will cost is by checking the rental company you intend to rent from

Luckily for you, Captain Reed holds Merchant Mariner Master Level Credentials through the United State Coast Guard. So you don’t need a boating license! Even if you’re an avid boater, you’ll appreciate having a captain so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the time engaging with your favorite people.

Your captain has a passion for making sure you have the best experience possible and he works diligently behind the scenes to make sure you enjoy your time onboard. Gratuities or tips are always appreciated and you’re welcome to tip before or after your trip!

Most likely! The best way to find out is to provide the address.  Captain Lake Norman will  verify distance, scheduling and availability, necessary water depth, and other considerations (cleaning, prep, refueling, etc.) so we can ensure your experience is the best possible. 

• POSITIVITY! We want you to have the most fun possible. In order to do so, don’t forget:

  • Sunscreen (please, no aerosols!)

  • Ice, Water and Drinks for The cooler (also available for purchase at marina ships store)

  • Your Favorite Boat Friendly Snacks/Beverages And Cups/Plasticware/Utensils If Needed on the Pontoons (please, no hard liquor per LNMC policies!)

  • Towels (also available for purchase at marina ships store)

  • Attire For Cooler Temperature Rides Or Windy Days

  • Sunglasses

  • A Change Of Clothes (if desired – our marina also offers on site showers!

  • Cash Or Credit Cards (for lakeside dining, drinks, and/or gratuities)

  • Phone Charging Cables

  • Signed Waivers (please, ensure everyone from your party has completed our waiver prior to departure!)

Please refrain snacks that may leave crumbs, messed, or residue behind including drinks with dyes that could stain if spilled (Think red sports drinks and red wine).

• Heeled Shoes – Flip flops/flat soled shoes are acceptable on Tritoon Boats. On the Wakeboard/Wakesurf Boats we have a spot for your shoes to be left safely at the dock or a spot in the boat incase you visit a waterfront restaurant/bar.

• Coolers – Don’t worry, We don’t have anywhere to store your coolers if you arrive with one and don’t have a car at the marina to leave it in (ie. use ride share).

• Too much “stuff” or too any bags – This may sound funny but remember there’s limited space on boats and our storage is taken up for all the essentials both for safety and fun! As the number of people onboard with you rises, please consolidate non-essential belongings so you can move about the boat freely without hazard.

• Aerosol Sunscreens – Please bring lotion sunscreen and apply prior to boarding.

•. Clear/Metallic Inflatables and/or Floats – These will cause significant damage to our vessels and equipment acting like a magnifying glass in the sun.

• Cigarettes/Cigars – There’s no smoking allowed on our vessels but if you smoke, we can coordinate stops to accommodate off of the vessel.

• Illegal Substances – As a reminder, Lake Norman Marine Commission doesn’t permit hard alcohol onboard. Beer, (white) wine, seltzers, etc. are all acceptable for those of legal consumption age.

There is not a bathroom onboard our boats. Your captain will certainly take you to the closest facilities when desired.

Most Ponton  boats aren’t designed for fishing. Therefore, we don’t allow fishing on our vessels to prevent possible accidental damages.

1. All passengers must sign a liability waiver prior to departure. If under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign.

2. At least one adult 18+ years old must book the trip and be present for the entire length of the charter.

3. All passengers under the age of 13 must wear a life jacket while the boat is in motion.

4. All passengers who cannot swim are not permitted to participate in watersports and must always wear a life jacket.

5. No Smoking Onboard– if you smoke, we can arrange to make stops as needed. Electronic Cigarettes & Vapes are permitted only with legal substances.

6. Please wear flats or boat appropriate shoes without pointed soles that could cause damage.

7. No pets.

8. BYOB Food & Drinks – but no red liquids (including red wine) and no Cheetos or similar artificially dyed foods that may cause stains impossible to remove.

9. Alcohol is allowed (in moderation) for those legally permitted to consume however is limited to beer, cider, champagne, or (non-red) wine. Hard alcohol, liquor, and mixed drinks are not permitted per Lake Norman Marine Commission policies.

10. Please, no aerosol sunscreens (lotion sunscreen is fine).

11. It’s our goal to include picture and video highlighting your experience on social media, please let us know if you wouldn’t like this shared.

12. The company reserves the right to charge additional clean up fees for significant mess and/or smell – usually bodily fluids like vomit, urine, or extensive sticky/staining messes and any damages incurred.

13.  While on the Boat Captain Reed is in Charge and makes all the Rules.

Ask your captain! In the instance that you’d like to extend your booking and our schedule allows, the hourly rate will be charged to your card on file based upon the base hourly rate of your booking. All extensions will be charged based upon the closest 1/2 hour when arriving back to the dock.