Private Boat Charters on Squam Lake

Create lasting memories on a personalized cruise or bring wedding guests to Church Island.

Host your own cocktail party or other unique gathering on Squam Lake by chartering a private cruise customized to fit your plans. Our canopied pontoon boats and experienced tour guides are ready to help with your special outing. Operations Manager Erick Amero will personally arrange your charter for any occasion.

Squam Lake Charter Reservation Request

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Private Charter Fees

Rate: $375.00 per hour per boat

There is a minimum 1.5 hour, non-refundable deposit required for each reservation per boat. Final payment is based on the amount of time boats are used, less your deposit. Reservations are subject to availability and are requested at least one week in advance.

To book your private charter contact Operations Manager Erick Amero at or call 603-968-7194 x 110.

Discover Squam

Bald Eagle Adventure

Loon Cruise

Cruise with a Naturalist

Viewing wildlife through binoculars on a Squam Lake Cruise

Private Charters

Group Tours

View from Squam Channel entering Squam Lake

Squam Community Boating Resources

Wedding ceremonies at Church Island on Squam Lake, http://www.churchisland.org/
For boat service and private rentals contact Squam Boat Livery at http://www.squamboats.com/
For boat service and private rentals contact Riveredge Marina at http://www.riveredgemarina.com/
For private, individually-customized small group excursions (including swimming and fishing) contact Experience Squam at http://www.experiencesquam.com/

Nathaniel Abbott, 08/10/19
This nature preserve is one or the most important places in the State, or the country. Inventive, entertaining exhibits are sprinkled liberally in between live wild animals (all rescues that would otherwise die or fair poorly). Plenty of playground installations for the Rugrats to wear themselves out on. Every parent who can must take their children as often as possible so that the messages about nature and the environment have a chance to get across and be heard and understood. There are dozens of nature and wildlife live presentations every week. This is truly a national treasure.
Brian Steege, 09/24/24
Great place to bring the kids. I just wished the bear and mountain lions had more space in their habitats
Jonathan (Jonathans.business), 08/20/24
A really great place to take kids and all ages. Good many hike through the woods and many great exhibits. Great family spot.
Linda Chignola, 06/15/19
We visited a few years ago but it was blazing hot with high humidity :-( Despite that, we were very impressed and always planned to return at a future point when the weather was more agreeable! The animals were well-cared for, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable and the trails/exhibits were wonderful. We couldn't even explore it all because it was too hot for us! So happy to say that we are vacationing in NH next week and cannot wait to return as the weather looks more reasonable for outdoor adventures!
Ann-Marie Ames, 07/05/21
Absolutely exceptional place to go. I've been to other nature centers in Maine and New Hampshire and love this the most. The enclosures were well taken care of and the employees cared very much for the animals. The raptors were very well taken care of and the place was not run down like some other places. A lot of my family went of all different ages and every one of them was captivated by the beautiful animals. A very natural Scenic setting and much education. Check out some of the photos.