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A Charter boat (a boat driven by a licensed captain) lets you enjoy the lake without any hassle. No boating license is required, and there’s no need to worry about navigating or avoiding hazards—just bring your group, your favorite food and beverages, and relax while the captain handles everything. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early to board and get comfortable.
Captain Jeff has decades of commerical maritime experience on the ocean as well as navigable waterways such as lakes and rivers. Captain Jeff knows Lake Winnipesaukee like the back of his hand. This is impportant because there may be areas where there are rocks or debris beneath the surface that could damage the boat. If you are not familiar with the lake, that can mean costly repairs for you if you were to rent a craft and drive it yourself. With an experienced captain you don't need to worry about anything.
We offer 2-Hour, 3-Hour, Half-Day, Full-Day, Sunset Charters, and Bachlor/Bachlorette Charters. Check the booking page for details and available dates.
There are a couple of options for boarding the boat. Once you book, please send an email with your preferred pick-up location.
You have a few options for boarding the boat. Once you book, email us with your preferred pickup location:
- The Public Boat Docks at [location here] (our main pickup/drop-off spot) offer plenty of parking. Use this link for directions: [Google Map link here]
- If your hotel has a dock on the lake, we can pick you up and drop you off there—just let us know the hotel name.
- Renting a house with a dock? We can pick you up there too; simply provide the address.
Note: For private dock pickups, prepayment of your cruise package is required. No sunset cruise pickups are available at private docks—you’ll need to meet at [location here].
Pricing
Pricing depends on the type of experience you’re looking for. Whether it’s a half-day or full-day cruise, tubing, or cooler rentals, etc., you’ll find all the details on the booking page.
Yes, we offer a 10% discount on boat rentals for veterans (10% discount does not apply to add on items).
Fuel is included in the cost of your trip. While some charters might charge less upfront, having to refuel during your trip takes away from valuable lake time—we ensure that doesn’t happen!
Capacity/Safety
Although the boat is rated for more passengers, we limit groups to 10 to ensure everyone’s comfort. On rare occasions, we can accommodate up to 12, but it’s not recommended. If you have a larger group, contact us.
Yes, we provide life jackets for all passengers. If you’re bringing young children, we recommend bringing their own properly fitting life jackets if available. Any personal life jackets must be USGA-approved.
Our watersports package includes a tube and a cooler with ice for just $75.
Absolutely! One perk of having a captain is that everyone can relax and enjoy themselves without worrying about driving the boat. Bring your favorite (legal) beverages, but remember to drink responsibly. Alcohol consumption is only permitted for guests 21 or older, and illegal substances are strictly prohibited.
Cancellations
- 14+ days before your trip, you’ll receive a full refund minus a $10 processing fee.
- 7–13 days before, you’ll get 50% of your deposit back.
- Less than 7 days before, your deposit is non-refundable.
We’ll do our best to reschedule if needed, subject to availability. Contact us via email at info@lwboatcharters.com or call/text (978) 764-3908 to cancel or reschedule.
Weather-related cancellations are rare but may occur if safety is at risk. The captain will decide if conditions are unsafe. If your trip is canceled due to weather, we’ll work to reschedule, or you’ll receive a full refund minus a $10 processing fee if rescheduling isn’t possible.
Lake Winnipesaukee Pontoon Boat Charters offers customizable tours for every pace—relaxation, adventure, or both.
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