Playin Hooky At The Lake

Water Taxi and Charters

Water Taxi / Charters

Coast Guard certified to carry up to 36 passengers, we can pick you up at your dock or favorite water spot on the main channel from Bagnell Dam to the 14 mm & the Gravois Arm.

Bachelorette Party

Call Today To Book Your Water Taxi or Charter! 573-434-2627


Water Taxi

12.00 per person
12.00 per mile for the group


Charter Service

We Offer Two Boats:
36 passenger / 400.00 hour
49 passenger / 500.00 hour
12.00 per mile for pickup or drop off
– Fuel Included –
4 hour min
Additional 50.00 per hour on Holiday weekends


Things to Note:

  • 50% deposit required at time of booking. Full payment required prior to departure.
  • No refunds for taxies or charters canceled within 30 days of the departure date.
  • Prices subject to change without notice.
  • We accept cash or major credit cards. Sorry, no checks. Credit cards are subject to a non-refundable 4% convenience fee.

Safety Is A Priority - Our Captains are United States Coast Guard Licensed and strive to provide you a fun & safe experience on this beautiful lake.

All passengers will be given a safety orientation prior to departure. PFD's (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided and state law requires that all children under 7 years of age must wear a USCG approved PFD at all times while onboard any vessel.

Terms & Cancellation Policy
If you need to reschedule or cancel a cruise, shuttle, charter or water taxi please call (573) 434-2627. To be sure we receive your request, cancellations by text or e-mail will not be accepted. Refunds are given for cancellations prior to 30 days before departure date, less the 4% convenience fee. Rescheduling or booking changes are subject to a 12.00 per booking service fee with no reschedules offered within 15 days of the departure date. Charters cancelled within 30 days of departure date forfeit all monies paid as deposit. Reschedules are not offered on charter services. All service fees, purchase transactions online, by phone or in person with a credit or debit card will include a non-refundable 4% convenience fee. Playin Hooky Water Taxi & Charters LLC reserves the right to cancel any service for safety, weather conditions or mechanical reason, even after a service has begun. If we cancel a service prior to departure for the reasons listed above a full refund will be issued.

Playin Hooky Water Taxi & Charters LLC reserves the right to use any photos or video taken by Playin Hooky Water Taxi & Charters LLC or its employees for social media or advertising purposes.

Due to safety concerns & liability issues coolers, bags of beer or hard liquor are not allowed on any Playin Hooky Cruise. We do have a large selection of beverages available for purchase on the boat.

For the safety of the passengers and crew, anyone that becomes intoxicated to the point the Captain feels is unsafe to others, themselves or inhibits the safe operation of the vessel, will result in the contract being void and the services being provided by Playin Hooky Water Taxi & Charters LLC terminated, which would mandate the person/persons to find an alternative mode of transportation, without any monies being refunded.

Any damages caused by your group will be charged to the credit card you provided. Playin Hooky Water Taxi & Charters LLC and its employees will be held harmless by customers for any injury, illness or accident. Playin Hooky also reserves the right to make necessary changes to the cruises for safety and scheduling needs.