Boat Tours in the North Georgia Mountains
The North Georgia mountains are home to beautiful lakes that practically beg to be explored by boat. There are plenty of places where you can rent a boat for the day, but for those who don’t want to captain their own boat, these boat tours offer a great way to spend time on the lake.
Boat tours and charters in the North Georgia mountains
Whether you want to casually explore the lake, try your hand at fishing, have a drink with your friends, or raise your adrenaline with a speedier ride, these North Georgia boat tours have got you covered!
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Boat Tours in North Georgia
These boat charters in North Georgia include a captain to guide you around so that you can relax and focus on fun. Pick your adventure and pack your sunscreen!
Boat Tours on Blue Ridge Lake
Enjoy a day on Lake Blue Ridge with a wide variety of lake tour adventures.
Blue Ridge Boat Charters
Blue Ridge’s premier boat charter service offers fishing, sunset, day trip, and sightseeing charters on Lake Blue Ridge and surrounding waterways. Enjoy a sunset cruise or a day trip with up to 6 people, or try a fishing charter or other tours for real estate, photography, or weddings.
The family-friendly boat features high sides, safety rails, comfortable bow loungers, captain’s chairs, and a spacious rear seat. Guests can play their own music on board, and the brand-new eco-friendly 4-stroke motor runs so quietly that it’s easy to carry on a normal conversation while cruising.
Key tour info: Tours include a cooler with ice for your convenience. Note that there are no bathrooms aboard the boat.
Call: +1 (706) 403-1144- Address: Lake Blue Ridge, GA
- Website: blueridgeboatcharters.com
Call: +1 (706) 403-1144
Address: Lake Blue Ridge, GA
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Blue Ridge Boat Rentals
Blue Ridge Boat Rentals offers a variety of watercraft for rent. For your convenience, you can add a boat captain to your rental for a half-day or full-day rental.
Large boats have a capacity of 11 passengers, and select boats are pet-friendly.
- Call: +1 (706) 900-0033
- Address: 7715 Old Hwy 76, Morganton, GA
- Email: brboatrentals@gmail.com
- Website: blueridgeboatrentals.com/services
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Lake Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures
Lake Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures is a local guide service offering year-round boat-based fishing trips on Lake Blue Ridge in Blue Ridge, Georgia. Guided trips may target bass, walleye, trout, and other lake species depending on the season, with options for families, beginners, and experienced anglers. Owner-operator Andrew Bruce personally guides trips exclusively on Lake Blue Ridge, using current conditions such as water clarity, temperature shifts, seasonal patterns, and the daily bite to shape each outing.
Beyond fishing, Lake Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures also offers pontoon experiences, including cruises, tubing, sunset outings, and Fish ’n Swim trips that combine fishing with lake time. That makes it a useful option for groups looking for a guided day on Lake Blue Ridge with both fishing and recreation possibilities.
Key cruise note: cruises include the boat captain, soft drinks, and snacks, or you may also book a sunset dinner cruise!
- Call: +1 (706) 633-0143
- Address: Lake Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, GA
- Email: fishing.blueridge@gmail.com
- Website: blueridgefishingguide.com
- Facebook: Lake Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures
Note that after 9 years of charter tours on Blue Ridge Lake, the owners of Capt’N Joe’s Lake Adventures in Blue Ridge announced their retirement in June 2026.
Boat Tours at Lake Chatuge
Enjoy a memorable day of fun cruising around scenic Lake Chatuge near Hiawassee and Young Harris.
Lake Chatuge Cruise
Lake Chatuge Cruise offers private, all-inclusive pontoon boat charters in Hiawassee, delivering an easy, elevated way to experience one of North Georgia’s most scenic lakes. As the area’s only “walk-on, walk-off” luxury pontoon experience, guests skip the hassle of renting or operating a boat and step straight into a smooth, guided cruise on premium Sylvan and Starcraft tritoons. Every tour is private regardless of group size, with flexible pickup options including marinas and even your own dock, making it one of the most convenient ways to explore Lake Chatuge’s 7,000 acres.
The family-owned operation emphasizes a personal, guided experience, with captains known for sharing insights about the lake, pointing out wildlife such as bald eagles, and keeping the pace relaxed. Cruise options include daytime and sunset outings, each designed to showcase the mountain views and calm, clean water that define Lake Chatuge.
Practical details are dialed in: the service runs year-round, booking is simple with “book today, sail today” availability, and a worry-free weather guarantee offers rescheduling, credit, or refunds if conditions shift. Consistently high reviews highlight clean boats, friendly hosts, and a laid-back, memorable atmosphere that makes it worth building your Lake Chatuge day around.
Key cruise note: Bottled water and ice are provided, and you may bring your own food and drinks (alcohol permitted for ages 21+). On longer excursions, you also have the option to have BBQ prepared for you!
- Call: +1 (706) 770-1026
- Address: Lake Chatuge, Hiawassee, GA
- Email: chatugecruise@gmail.com
- Website: lakechatugecruise.com
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- TripAdvisor: Lake Chatuge Cruise
Note that Aqua Tiki boat tours are still available on Lake Chatuge but have moved to Margarita Jack’s Marina in Hayesville, NC.
Note that Mountain Man Airboat Tours previously operated out of The Ridges Resort, but ceased operations in the early 2020s.
Fishing Tours on Lake Nottely
Lake Nottely Fishing Charters
Jeremy Seabolt’s Lake Nottely fishing trips focus on one of North Georgia’s most exciting freshwater catches: striped bass. Known for their strong fight and saltwater-style energy, stripers are a favorite for anglers who want more than a quiet day of casting.
Jeremy has been guiding fishing trips since 2001 and brings long-running local knowledge of Lake Nottely, plus Lake Chatuge, Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Hiwassee, and Lake Apalachia. Trips are run from a 23-foot Carolina Skiff equipped with a Lowrance fish finder, modern fishing gear, and fresh live bait.
The service is a good fit for visitors who want help finding fish while spending time on one of North Georgia’s scenic mountain lakes. Guests should plan to bring a Georgia fishing license, sunscreen, sunglasses, snacks, rain gear, drinks in a small cooler, and another cooler if they intend to keep fish.
Key note: Tours are available for up to 4 people.
- Call: +1 (706) 994-8649
- Address: 696 Deaver Rd, Blairsville, GA
- Email: seaboltsguideservices@yahoo.com
- Website: lakenottelyfishingcharters.com
- Facebook: Lake Nottely Fishing Charter
- TripAdvisor: Lake Nottely Fishing Charter
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Which of these North Georgia boat tours looks like the most fun for your group?
I’m so excited to finally plan a trip up to the North Georgia mountains, and your breakdown of the Lake Chatuge luxury pontoons sounds absolutely perfect for a relaxing day on the water. The idea of just walking on and skipping all the rental paperwork while spotting bald eagles is exactly the kind of stress-free adventure I’ve been craving.
I also like the option to have BBQ prepared on longer excursions. I’d love to hear if you think the sunset cruise is worth booking over a midday trip for the best mountain views.
Ropata, for Lake Chatuge boat tours, I’d lean toward a sunset cruise if your goal is the most memorable mountain views and a more relaxing North Georgia lake experience. Lake Chatuge cruise listings specifically highlight sunset trips for the atmosphere, while also emphasizing panoramic mountain scenery and hidden coves throughout the cruise experience.
Midday is still a great pick if you want brighter photos, warmer swimming weather, and a more casual daytime boat tour vibe, but sunset usually wins for scenic drama on the water around Hiawassee. Your mention of easy walk-on boarding and a stress-free setup really fits what recent Lake Chatuge cruise reviews praise about these private sightseeing tours, too.
I’d love to go on this boat tour. If there is a magical moment in the day is the sunset, day and night merge into a spectrum of colors that contemplated from the sea make it a spectacle to share with a loved ones. Friends or family, sharing this sailing experience with whoever we love is awesome.
I love the different boat tour options that are available. I haven’t been on an airboat since a trip to the Everglades decades ago, but I would definitely love to take the airboat tour of Lake Chatuge!
I have come across much information which is thrilling about North Georgia from your posts. This has induced much enthusiasm to tour to North Georgia to explore all the amazing and beautiful features I have read; I have come across much this far and I’m really excited to travel there. And yes, boat tours are fun indeed!!
Hello! I can think of almost nothing more relaxing than a day spent riding around in a boat. I hope you found the perfect boat tour for your group!
Wow, boat tours in the mountains sounds divine! I’ve never been to GA. The Lake Chatuge option sounds really fun with the lodging, dining, and water park. Is there lodging and dining available near Blue Ridge as well? The Aqua Tiki looks a little cheesy but what ever “floats your boat” ;).
Hi Molly, Thanks for considering Georgia for your next vacation!
There are some rental properties available on Lake Blue Ridge, and also a waterfront restaurant where you can dine after your day on the lake.
The Aqua Tiki was created for fun times on the lake — it might look a little cheesy but people have a great time on those little party boats!
Hi and thanks for sharing this. I could see us trying all of these. The airboat tour has to be great fun even though they do look as if they could easily capsize. But equally well the Aqua Tiki is just so over-the-top but has to be a great way to take a tour on the lake with friends and drinks. Thanks for sharing these great ideas. I just hope one day we will be able to visit this part of Georgia and enjoy the scenery, the lake, and these tours. Best regards, Andy
Hi Andy, If you haven’t tried an airboat ride, I definitely recommend it for anyone who likes a fast boat ride. It’s surprisingly smooth and a lot of fun!
The Aqua Tiki will let you enjoy a more leisurely pace as you sip drinks with your friends.
Either way, it’s going to be a great day on the lake! 🙂
I thought Captain Joes looked a little pricey. Are his prices about average for this type of adventure?
Probably for mine the Tiki boat tour looks about my style. Something where I can get good photographs.
However they all look good. Who knows if I get up that way these old creaky bones might even hop aboard the Airboat.
Hi Michael, The Capt’N Joe’s boat tours include the captain and can be tailored to what your group most wants to see or do. The 5-star rating that Capt’N Joe’s has earned on Facebook and TripAdvisor suggests that he provides a great value for your money!
However, I think you’ll have a great time no matter which option you choose! Have fun!!