How to Rent a Boat with a Captain at Lake of the Ozarks

If you’re planning a trip to the Lake of the Ozarks and want to spend a day on the water without all the stress, this one’s for you. If it’s your first time visiting or you’re a lake day pro, booking a captain takes the pressure off so you can focus on relaxing, exploring, and making memories with your crew.

Take your whole family out on Lake of the Ozarks for a fun-filled day!

Why Hire a Captain Instead of Renting a Boat Yourself?

Let’s be honest, figuring out what boat to rent, where to pick it up, how to drive it, and where to go on the lake can be a lot. That’s where we come in.

Hiring a Boat Goat captain means:

No driving, docking, or navigating stress
No worrying about lake rules or safety logistics
No one stuck as the designated driver all day
Just show up and enjoy your time with your family or friends

Our captains know all the best coves, waterfront restaurants, and quiet spots to swim, sightsee, or soak up the sun.

Don't Stress the Boat Rentals — We’ll Guide You

Every rental company at the lake has its own rules, prices, and options. But when you book a Boat Goat captain, you don’t have to waste time sorting through them all.

We’ll help guide you to the right boat for your group, if you're looking to tube, fish, float, or party.

Your captain knows what boats work best and where to get them, so you can skip the research and focus on fun.

A couple relaxing easy knowing that they have a captain that knows Lake of the Ozarks

How to Book Your Boat Goat Captain

We’ve made it super simple:

Visit our website
Pick your lake
Use filters to search by what kind of day you want—tubing, weddings, sightseeing, fishing, and more
Choose your captain
Check their availability right on their page
Give them a call to lock in your day

Pro tip: If you’re coming on a weekend or holiday, book early. Our captains fill up fast!

What Happens After You Book?

Once you’ve got your captain, they’ll help you figure out the rest. From finding the right boat to where to meet and what to bring, they’ll make sure your day goes smooth from start to finish.

Our guest Tubing on Lake of the Ozarks with Boaty our Mascot

Let’s Make This Easy

At the end of the day, your lake trip should be fun, not filled with questions and logistics. When you book a Boat Goat captain, you’re getting a local expert who’s ready to show you the best of Lake of the Ozarks.

HIRE YOUR CAPTAIN FIRST, LEAVE THE REST TO US