HOMESTEAD BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Full-Day on a 20ft Lexington II: All-Day Pontoon Running the Everglades’ Waterways
An 8-hour, full-day pontoon rental—20ft Lexington II with a 90HP outboard—for up to eight guests; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Full-Day on a 20ft Lexington II: All-Day Pontoon Running the Everglades’ Waterways.
A single day on a 20ft Lexington II pontoon turns the Everglades’ wide, slow waterways into usable terrain: a stable platform for scouting the marshes, watching the light shift across still water, and moving a small group—up to eight—on a full-day outing powered by a 90HP outboard. The rental is organized through Flamingo Adventures at the Flamingo Lodge area and requires guests to be prepared with boating experience and the required education for safe operation.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
20ft Lexington II: simple, powerful, roomy
The craft is a 20-foot pontoon driven by a 90HP outboard and configured to carry up to eight passengers for a full-day rental—practical for small groups who want a stable, easy-to-operate platform.
A day moving through Everglades waterways
This full-day rental is designed to let you spend hours exploring the waterways of the Everglades, providing an extended window to experience the park’s aquatic landscape from a private pontoon.
All-day freedom, clear limits
Flamingo Adventures runs the activity booth during set hours and requires all rentals to be returned by the end of the day; the full-day format gives you eight hours on the water but within firm operational constraints.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You spend an entire daylight cycle aboard a workmanlike pontoon: motoring out, idling through channels, and using the boat’s stability to move at the pace you choose. For eight hours the boat is yours to navigate the park’s waterways, assuming you meet the operator’s requirements for boating experience and required education.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring the skills and documentation required by the operator: you should have boating experience and any required boating education completed before the rental.
Plan for an extended day on the water and follow operator guidance; be aware of wildlife and safety constraints.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental?
This is an eight-hour, full-day rental.
Where do I meet to pick up the boat?
The meeting location is 1 Flamingo Lodge Hwy, Homestead, FL.
How many people can ride on the pontoon?
The rental accommodates up to eight guests.
Are service animals allowed on the rental boats?
No—ADA service animals cannot be accommodated on rental boats due to the danger of interaction with local wildlife such as crocodiles.
When must the boat be returned?
All rentals must be returned by 5:00PM; the Flamingo Adventures activity booth operates from 8:00AM to 3:00PM.
Do I need boating experience to rent?
Yes—renters should be prepared with boating experience and the required education to operate the pontoon safely.