MACTIER BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Four-Day Runabouts from Hamer Bay Marine — Run the Parry Sound–Muskoka Lakes from MacTier
Four Day Runabout Rentals gives you a tailored runabout or pontoon from MacTier to explore the Parry Sound–Muskoka region, with safety kit and temporary-license options explained in this practical guide.
Four-Day Runabouts from Hamer Bay Marine — Run the Parry Sound–Muskoka Lakes from MacTier.
Experience the thrill of exploring the stunning Parry Sound–Muskoka region with a boat rental tailored to your needs: choose everything from a small fishing boat to a luxurious bowrider or pontoon, delivered to surrounding lakes with life jackets and lake charts included and a temporary boater’s license available if you need one.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Runabouts, Bowriders and Pontoons
A range of craft from fishing boats to luxurious pontoons is available; sizes and power reflect runabout-class rigs suitable for groups and lake cruising in the region.
Parry Sound–Muskoka Access
Rentals can be delivered to any of the surrounding lakes in the Parry Sound–Muskoka region; lake charts are provided when renting on Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau or Lake Joseph.
Safety Kit and Temporary Licensing
Each rental includes life jackets and — where applicable — lake charts; if you don’t hold a boater’s license the operator can issue a temporary license for the duration of the rental.
What the day feels like
What a Four-Day Runabout Feels Like
These rentals are built for straightforward lake time: pick a craft that fits your party, collect the safety gear and chart, run a short on-water demonstration and set off to explore islands and bays across the Parry Sound–Muskoka lakes at your own pace.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Weekday rentals run Monday–Saturday 8:00am–4:00pm (listed as 80 hours); Sunday and certain holidays run 9:00am–4:00pm (listed as 79 hours).
Life jackets are supplied with every rental and lake charts are included for Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau and Lake Joseph; fuel is not included.
Arrive early and allow 20–30 minutes for paperwork and the mandatory on-water demonstration; boats are inspected at the start and end of each rental.
A pre‑authorization for a damages deposit (typically between $1,500 and $4,000) is taken on a valid card at rental.
Boats may not be used for watersports; lessee must be 25 years of age or older and provide a driver’s license at pickup.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is fuel included in the rental price?
No — fuel is not included and is the renter’s responsibility.
Can I use the boat for waterskiing or wakeboarding?
No — boats may not be used for watersports.
I don't have a boater’s license. Can I still rent?
Yes — the operator can issue a temporary license for the duration of your boat rental.
What age do I need to be to rent a boat?
The lessee must be 25 years of age or older and must provide a driver’s license at rental.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes — a pre‑authorization for a damages deposit of approximately $1,500 to $4,000 is required on a valid card.
Do you provide life jackets and charts?
Yes — life jackets are supplied with rentals, and lake charts are provided when renting on Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau or Lake Joseph.
How much time should I allow for check‑in?
Arrive early and allow 20–30 minutes for paperwork and the mandatory on‑water demonstration.