MACTIER BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Nine Day Pontoon Rentals: 22‑ft, 60–75 HP Pontoons from Hamer Bay Marine in Parry Sound–Muskoka
A one‑day boat rental program in the Parry Sound–Muskoka region offering fishing boats to luxurious pontoons with life jackets, lake charts and temporary licenses—this guide lays out what to expect and how to plan.
Nine Day Pontoon Rentals: 22‑ft, 60–75 HP Pontoons from Hamer Bay Marine in Parry Sound–Muskoka.
Experience the beauty of the Parry Sound – Muskoka region with a range of day- and weekend-ready boats from Hamer Bay Marine. Rentals run Monday through Saturday with options from small fishing boats to bowriders and pontoons; every rental includes life jackets, lake charts on select lakes, temporary licenses when needed, and an on-water demonstration to set you up for a safe day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
From nimble fishing boats to 22‑ft pontoons
Choose vessels sized for groups up to 10 with 22‑ft pontoons offered in the fleet, powered at 60–75 HP; options span small fishing boats, bowriders and larger pontoons suitable for a day on the lakes.
Safety kit and local charts included where relevant
Rentals come with life jackets and, when on Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau or Lake Joseph, a lake chart is provided; the operator can also issue a temporary boater’s license for the duration of the rental and conducts an on‑water demonstration for every rental.
Age, use and deposit rules to know before you go
Drivers must be 25 or older and present a driver’s license; fuel is not included, boats may not be used for watersports, and a pre‑authorization for a damages deposit of $1,500–$4,000 is taken at rental—boats are inspected at the start and end of each rental.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
Arrive for a standard check‑in, complete a required on‑water demonstration, and head out into the Parry Sound–Muskoka lake network aboard a rented fishing boat, bowrider or pontoon; Hamer Bay Marine can deliver boats to surrounding lakes and provides the safety equipment and charts needed for a straightforward day on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Monday–Saturday rentals run 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Sunday and specified holidays (Canada Day and Labour Day) run 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Allow time at check‑in for paperwork and the mandatory demonstration.
Bring a valid driver’s license and a card for the pre‑authorization deposit; life jackets are provided with the rental and lake charts are provided for Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau and Lake Joseph when applicable.
Fuel is not included in the rental fee; a pre‑authorization for a damages deposit of $1,500–$4,000 will be placed on a valid card at rental.
An on‑water demonstration is required for all boat rentals, and boats are inspected at the start and end of every rental; arrive early to complete paperwork and the demonstration (allow 20–30 minutes).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boating license?
If you don’t have a boater’s license, the operator can issue a temporary license for the duration of your rental.
What are the rental hours?
Monday–Saturday rentals run 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Sunday and certain holidays run 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Is fuel included?
No — fuel is not included in the rental fee.
Can I use the boat for watersports?
No — boats may not be used for watersports under the operator’s rules.
What are the age and ID requirements?
Lessee must be 25 years of age or older and provide a driver’s license at rental.
Is there a damage deposit?
Yes — a pre‑authorization for a damages deposit of $1,500–$4,000 is taken on a valid card at rental.
How long does check‑in take?
Plan to arrive early and allow 20–30 minutes for paperwork and the required on‑water demonstration.