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Spend four sun-soaked hours aboard a 2024 Godfrey double-decker pontoon in Grand Traverse Bay—seating for 17, a built-in waterslide, and delivered directly to your chosen lake. This rental blends relaxed cruising with family-friendly thrills; read on for what to pack and how to make the most of your day.
Spend four sun-soaked hours aboard a 2024 Godfrey double-decker pontoon in Grand Traverse Bay—seating for 17, a built-in waterslide, and delivered directly to your chosen lake. This rental blends relaxed cruising with family-friendly thrills; read on for what to pack and how to make the most of your day.
You step onto a wide, teak-finished deck as wind off Grand Traverse Bay lifts the scent of lake water and grilled charcoal. Laughter rises from the sun-darkened top deck and a child launches off the built-in waterslide into the cool blue; the pontoon glides slowly past low, tree-lined bluffs and the distant silhouette of Old Mission Peninsula.
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Operated by Memories Traverse City Rental · Traverse City, Michigan
You step onto a wide, teak-finished deck as wind off Grand Traverse Bay lifts the scent of lake water and grilled charcoal. Laughter rises from the sun-darkened top deck and a child launches off the built-in waterslide into the cool blue; the pontoon glides slowly past low, tree-lined bluffs and the distant silhouette of Old Mission Peninsula.
The bay you’re crossing is a glacial bowl carved at the end of the last ice age; shorelines here alternate between shallow sandbars and steep, cobbled bluffs. Traverse City grew up as a logging and cherry hub, and today its water culture blends family recreation with quiet marinetime traditions—summer festivals, small craft harbors and scattered state parks that reward a shallow-anchored swim.
On a rental like the 2024 Godfrey double-decker, expect an unstructured four-hour day on the water with space for up to 17 people, life jackets, a marine radio, paddle and basic safety gear supplied. The experience is social and flexible: anchor in a protected cove for a picnic, float near a sandy shoal for kids’ play, or cruise a scenic shoreline at sunset.
Practicalities matter: take a brief orientation seriously, check the forecast (Lake Michigan-influenced winds can shift quickly), follow no-wake zones and invasive-species rules, and carry sun protection and a dry bag. Bring a separate cooler for refillable water, secure personal electronics, and plan an exit strategy—steep shorelines and small public ramps can get busy mid-afternoon. When done right, a day on this pontoon is equal parts mellow cruising and kid-friendly thrill—simple, social, and unmistakably lake-country.
The 2024 Godfrey double-decker seats up to 17 people for a typical four-hour rental—confirm capacity when booking and follow the operator’s safety limits.
Yes—life jackets for adults, a paddle, fire extinguisher, marine radio, buoys and basic emergency instructions are included with the rental.
Policies vary—providers typically give a safety orientation; check local age and operator requirements and confirm whether a licensed captain is available or required.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled time; cancellations inside 24 hours are normally non-refundable—verify details at booking.
Memories Traverse City Rental operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto a wide, teak-finished deck as wind off Grand Traverse Bay lifts the scent of lake water and grilled charcoal. Laughter rises from the sun-darkened top deck and a child launches off the built-in waterslide into the cool blue; the pontoon glides slowly past low, tree-lined bluffs and the distant silhouette of Old Mission Peninsula.
You step onto a wide, teak-finished deck as wind off Grand Traverse Bay lifts the scent of lake water and grilled charcoal. Laughter rises from the sun-darkened top deck and a child launches off the built-in waterslide into the cool blue; the pontoon glides slowly past low, tree-lined bluffs and the distant silhouette of Old Mission Peninsula.
The bay you’re crossing is a glacial bowl carved at the end of the last ice age; shorelines here alternate between shallow sandbars and steep, cobbled bluffs. Traverse City grew up as a logging and cherry hub, and today its water culture blends family recreation with quiet marinetime traditions—summer festivals, small craft harbors and scattered state parks that reward a shallow-anchored swim.
On a rental like the 2024 Godfrey double-decker, expect an unstructured four-hour day on the water with space for up to 17 people, life jackets, a marine radio, paddle and basic safety gear supplied. The experience is social and flexible: anchor in a protected cove for a picnic, float near a sandy shoal for kids’ play, or cruise a scenic shoreline at sunset.
Practicalities matter: take a brief orientation seriously, check the forecast (Lake Michigan-influenced winds can shift quickly), follow no-wake zones and invasive-species rules, and carry sun protection and a dry bag. Bring a separate cooler for refillable water, secure personal electronics, and plan an exit strategy—steep shorelines and small public ramps can get busy mid-afternoon. When done right, a day on this pontoon is equal parts mellow cruising and kid-friendly thrill—simple, social, and unmistakably lake-country.