You know how the saying goes: “A friend with a boat is better than owning a boat.”

Skip the friend part and get straight to enjoying a day on the water with Getmyboat, an Airbnb-like service that lets you rent boats from locals and organizations in the area.

How it works

The boat rental company serves various US cities, including the Chattanooga area. To get started, create an account and search for the watercraft that best suits your needs for the day (think: anything from pontoons to yachts).

You can cater your search to exactly what you’re looking for — trips under $300, captained boats, jet skis, and more — or you can just browse what’s available.

A day out on the water with your closest friends would be easy in this pontoon. | Photo via Getmyboat

Water my options?

All of these boats are within a two-hour drive of Chattanooga:

Sea-Doo Spark Jet Ski | Chattanooga | $146/hour
This rental is designed for two people who have a need for speed and adventure. The price includes the jet ski and all of the necessary safety equipment.

Supra SE550 25-ft Bowrider | Chattanooga | $346/hour
Ideal for watersports like wakeboarding or tubing, this boat includes a captain so you can just relax and enjoy the water.

Hurricane SunDeck Sport 185 OB | Tims Ford Lake, Winchester, TN | $415/day
You and eight of your closest friends can go fishing, tubing, or explore the hidden coves of Tims Ford Lake. Take note: Boating experience is required for this rental.

Bentley 24-ft Pontoon Boat | Lake Allatoona, Georgia | $146/hour
Renters can book this boat by the hour, half-day, or full day. It fits up to 12 people, including children. A $50 fuel charge is not included in the hourly rate.

Note: Price estimates are based on rates available at the time of publishing. Check each owner’s rental link to see current pricing.