PEORIA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Althea: A 24' Pontoon Built for Shared Days on Peoria Water
A concise guide to renting the 24' Harris Flotebote 'Althea' from Boat Rentals of America - Pleasant Harbor, covering the boat's layout, onboard gear, rates and booking rules.
Althea: A 24' Pontoon Built for Shared Days on Peoria Water.
Althea is a 24-foot Harris Flotebote configured for social boat days in Peoria — full wrap-around bench seating for up to 12 people, a full-shade bimini top, stereo with aux input, swim ladder, tow bar and anchor. The layout and gear make the boat a straightforward choice for gatherings that mix cruising, swimming, and relaxation.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious, social layout for up to 12
Althea’s full wrap-around bench seating accommodates up to a 12-person group, making it a natural platform for friends and family to sit, converse and share views together.
Shade, sound and swim-ready hardware
Onboard amenities include a full shade bimini top, a stereo system with auxiliary input, a swim ladder for easy water access, plus a tow bar and anchor for stops and water play.
Clear hourly and day rates with minimums
Rates run from 1-hour rentals to full days; full-day is the most popular option. Shorter 1- and 2-hour slots are restricted by season and availability, and minimum booking rules apply on weekends and during busier months.
What the day feels like
What the rental feels like
A rental on Althea is straightforward: board a roomy, bench-seated 24' pontoon, settle under the bimini or in the sun, cue music through the aux-ready stereo, and cruise with the option to anchor for swimming or tow activities. The platform is oriented toward relaxed social time — conversation, sun, and shared stops on the water.
THE BOAT
Spacious, social layout for up to 12
Althea’s full wrap-around bench seating accommodates up to a 12-person group, making it a natural platform for friends and family to sit, converse and share views together.
THE AMENITIES
Shade, sound and swim-ready hardware
Onboard amenities include a full shade bimini top, a stereo system with auxiliary input, a swim ladder for easy water access, plus a tow bar and anchor for stops and water play.
THE RATES
Clear hourly and day rates with minimums
Rates run from 1-hour rentals to full days; full-day is the most popular option. Shorter 1- and 2-hour slots are restricted by season and availability, and minimum booking rules apply on weekends and during busier months.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and when it’s less ideal.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Althea is equipped with full wrap-around bench seating, a full shade bimini top, a stereo with aux input, a swim ladder, a tow bar and an anchor.
The specific interior layout selected at booking is not guaranteed and may change based on maintenance schedules.
One-hour and two-hour rentals exist but are constrained by season and booking rules; consult the operator for walk-up availability.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can Althea hold?
Althea can hold up to 12 passengers.
What are the rental rates?
Rates listed are $165 for 1 hour, $268 for 2 hours, $480 for a half day, and $630 for a full day; the full day option is noted as most popular.
Can I reserve a 1- or 2-hour rental?
One-hour and two-hour rentals are available for reservations on weekdays only from October through February; otherwise those short slots are walk-up only.
What equipment comes on the boat?
The boat comes with full wrap-around bench seating, a full shade bimini top, a stereo with aux input, a swim ladder, a tow bar and an anchor.
Is the layout I choose guaranteed?
No — the layout selected is not guaranteed and can change based on the maintenance schedule.
Are there minimum rental requirements on weekends or in busy months?
Yes — weekends year-round and weekdays March through September require a half-day minimum for reservations.