SOMERS BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sunlit Days Aboard a 12‑Passenger Bennington: Pontoon Comfort on Somers’ Lake
Rent a luxury 22-foot, 12‑passenger Bennington tri-toon powered by a 150 hp Mercury — a straightforward way to spend a half day, evening or full day on the water with family and friends.
Sunlit Days Aboard a 12‑Passenger Bennington: Pontoon Comfort on Somers’ Lake.
A roomy 12‑passenger Bennington tri-toon awaits in Somers, offering calm‑water cruising and easy social days on the lake. The boat pairs a 150‑hp Mercury engine with broad deck space, a cooler of ice and on‑board life jackets, making it a deliberate, no‑fuss platform for groups who want to pass the hours afloat without sacrificing comfort.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious 22‑foot Bennington for a Dozen People
The rental is a 22‑foot Bennington tri‑toon built to carry up to 12 passengers comfortably — a configuration aimed at groups who want social space, stability and straightforward handling.
A 150‑hp Mercury for Confident Cruising
A 150‑horse Mercury outboard provides the propulsion to move the loaded tri‑toon across the lake with responsiveness, giving operators useful reserve for maneuvers and day‑long cruising.
Basic Comforts and Safety — Cooler, Ice and Life Jackets
The boat comes stocked with a cooler full of ice and all required life jackets, streamlining trip prep so groups can focus on swimming, sunning and socializing on the water.
What the day feels like
What a Day on the Pontoon Feels Like
The rhythm is simple: board, check the safety kit and glide out into open water aboard a stable, conversation‑friendly deck. With room for a dozen, the tri‑toon encourages a social tempo — chairs shifted toward the sun, drinks kept cold in the provided cooler, and life jackets at hand for swimmers — all under the push of a single reliable outboard.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who should book this pontoon rental — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Half‑day rentals run 10:00–14:00 or 14:30–18:30 for $450; full day is 10:00–18:00 for $800; evening rental is 19:00–21:00 for $300. Overnight rentals require a phone booking. Fuel is billed separately at $5.00 per gallon used; multi‑day rentals incur a $100 overnight fee.
Drivers must be 25 or older. A driver can be provided for the boat at a rate of $50 per hour.
The Bennington comes with a cooler full of ice and required life jackets for passengers.
Fuel is not included in the base rental rate and is charged after the trip at $5.00 per gallon of fuel used.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the standard rental time blocks?
Half‑day rentals are 10:00–14:00 or 14:30–18:30; full day is 10:00–18:00; evening rentals are 19:00–21:00.
How many people can the boat hold?
The Bennington tri‑toon is rated for up to 12 passengers.
Is fuel included in the rental price?
No — fuel is billed separately at $5.00 per gallon used.
Can I hire someone to drive the boat for us?
Yes — a driver is available for $50 per hour.
Are there age requirements to drive the boat?
Yes — drivers must be 25 years of age or older.
What if I want to keep the boat overnight?
Overnight rentals require you to call to book; multi‑day rentals include a $100 overnight fee.