LAKE GENEVA BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
A Calm, Spacious Run Across Historic Lake Geneva: The 18‑Foot Sport Boat Experience
Rent a 115‑HP Bayliner VR4 (capacity six) for a 3‑ or 4‑hour self‑drive outing on Lake Geneva — note renters must be 30 or older.
A Calm, Spacious Run Across Historic Lake Geneva: The 18‑Foot Sport Boat Experience.
The 18 ft Sport Boat with canopy is a compact, comfortable way to take in Lake Geneva’s shoreline: a new open‑bow Bayliner VR4 designed for a quiet, smooth ride that seats up to six and is offered in three‑ or four‑hour blocks.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Bayliner VR4 — Small, Quiet, Capable
The rental is a new open‑bow Bayliner VR4 with a 115 HP outboard, AM/FM Bluetooth stereo and seating for six, built for a smooth ride on Lake Geneva.
Short Cruises, Big Scenery
Choose a three‑ or four‑hour window to cruise Lake Geneva’s historic shoreline; canopy cover and optional tube rental let you tailor the outing to shade or play.
Clear Operational Limits
Renters must be at least 30 years old; Wisconsin boater education is required for those born after January 1, 1989, and the operator enforces restrictions such as no docking at other piers, no anchors, and no skiing or wakeboarding.
What the day feels like
What the Outing Feels Like
Board at Marina Bay and settle into the VR4’s spacious seats for a brief safety check, then push out onto Lake Geneva for a relaxed circuit: the hull and canopy keep the ride steady, with three‑ or four‑hour blocks that let you set a measured pace along the lake’s historic shoreline.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered for either three or four hours; choose the block that fits your shoreline plan and return on schedule to avoid late fees.
Bring a current driver’s license, a major credit card in the driver’s name to keep on file, and any required boating certification (Wisconsin boater card if born after January 1, 1989).
The boat includes a Bluetooth stereo; tube rentals are available as an add‑on. There is no anchor use and no onboard grilling allowed.
You must keep 200 ft from other boats, cannot dock at or pull up to private piers, and skiing or wakeboarding are prohibited; the operator may require a captain for safety.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent the 18 ft sport boat?
Rentals are available in three‑ or four‑hour blocks.
How many people can ride on the boat?
The boat has capacity for up to six persons, with a total weight capacity that must not be exceeded.
How old do I have to be to rent?
Renters must be at least 30 years old to rent the boat.
Do I need a boating license?
A Wisconsin boater education card is required if you were born after January 1, 1989; all drivers must have prior boating experience.
Can I ski, wakeboard, or dock at other piers?
No — skiing and wakeboarding are prohibited, and you may not dock or pull up to other piers.
Will the operator ever add a captain?
Yes — Marina Bay Boat Rentals reserves the right to add and charge a captain to any reservation (the operator lists set fees for three‑ and four‑hour bookings).