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Tour Brands.

Waterfront enthusiasts with a passion for hospitality. Ideal for Franchise Owners in coastal cities, lake towns, or river communities who want to build a premium entertainment business.

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4 proven brands
85+ locations nationwide
Cruisin' Tikis floating tiki bar experience on the water
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Entrepreneur ยท Franchise 500
#1 Recreational Tour Franchise
2026 ยท Ranked #314 Overall

Locations

8+

Brand Type

Water

What's Included

Everything you need to launch and grow your Paddle Pub franchise.

  • Custom-built pedal boat from TourCraft
  • USCG certification support
  • Captain training program
  • Proprietary booking platform
  • National marketing support
  • Insurance and regulatory guidance

Hear From Our Franchise Business Unit Owners

Real stories from the entrepreneurs building successful businesses with TourScale brands.

โ€œWorking with TourScale has been one of the best decisions of my business career! Kai and his team have been professional, supportive and continue to go above and beyond in all aspects of this journey! Proud to work with this team and to now call them friends.โ€

SG
Scott G.
Tiki Pub ยท La Crosse, WI

โ€œWe couldn't be more pleased with the support we've gotten from TourScale, the success we've seen, and the future growth opportunities ahead. I'd recommend TourScale to anyone considering starting their own boat tours business.โ€

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Taylor R.
Paddle Pub ยท San Diego, CA

โ€œAs someone that was looking at either launching a business privately or through a franchise, I am glad I decided to go with TourScale. Their level of expertise in the field is second to none and I'm extremely confident in their systems to help me become as successful as possible with my business.โ€

JP
Joe P.
Trolley Pub ยท Columbus, OH

โ€œWorking with TourScale was seamless. It didn't feel like I was evaluating a business โ€” I was joining a family. For me and my wife, that was extremely comforting. There's much more substance and support beyond just joining a franchise.โ€

CH
Chad H.
Cruisin' Tikis ยท Cleveland, OH

โ€œWhat we enjoy the most is the relationship we're able to build with people. They come down here once a year to have the greatest time they can, and we get to provide them a one-of-a-kind experience. Our captains are family โ€” we wouldn't have it any other way.โ€

MV
Marc V.
Cruisin' Tikis ยท Destin, FL

โ€œWorking with TourScale has been one of the best decisions of my business career! Kai and his team have been professional, supportive and continue to go above and beyond in all aspects of this journey! Proud to work with this team and to now call them friends.โ€

SG
Scott G.
Tiki Pub ยท La Crosse, WI

โ€œWe couldn't be more pleased with the support we've gotten from TourScale, the success we've seen, and the future growth opportunities ahead. I'd recommend TourScale to anyone considering starting their own boat tours business.โ€

TR
Taylor R.
Paddle Pub ยท San Diego, CA

โ€œAs someone that was looking at either launching a business privately or through a franchise, I am glad I decided to go with TourScale. Their level of expertise in the field is second to none and I'm extremely confident in their systems to help me become as successful as possible with my business.โ€

JP
Joe P.
Trolley Pub ยท Columbus, OH

โ€œWorking with TourScale was seamless. It didn't feel like I was evaluating a business โ€” I was joining a family. For me and my wife, that was extremely comforting. There's much more substance and support beyond just joining a franchise.โ€

CH
Chad H.
Cruisin' Tikis ยท Cleveland, OH

โ€œWhat we enjoy the most is the relationship we're able to build with people. They come down here once a year to have the greatest time they can, and we get to provide them a one-of-a-kind experience. Our captains are family โ€” we wouldn't have it any other way.โ€

MV
Marc V.
Cruisin' Tikis ยท Destin, FL

โ€œWorking with TourScale has been one of the best decisions of my business career! Kai and his team have been professional, supportive and continue to go above and beyond in all aspects of this journey! Proud to work with this team and to now call them friends.โ€

SG
Scott G.
Tiki Pub ยท La Crosse, WI

โ€œWe couldn't be more pleased with the support we've gotten from TourScale, the success we've seen, and the future growth opportunities ahead. I'd recommend TourScale to anyone considering starting their own boat tours business.โ€

TR
Taylor R.
Paddle Pub ยท San Diego, CA

โ€œAs someone that was looking at either launching a business privately or through a franchise, I am glad I decided to go with TourScale. Their level of expertise in the field is second to none and I'm extremely confident in their systems to help me become as successful as possible with my business.โ€

JP
Joe P.
Trolley Pub ยท Columbus, OH

โ€œWorking with TourScale was seamless. It didn't feel like I was evaluating a business โ€” I was joining a family. For me and my wife, that was extremely comforting. There's much more substance and support beyond just joining a franchise.โ€

CH
Chad H.
Cruisin' Tikis ยท Cleveland, OH

โ€œWhat we enjoy the most is the relationship we're able to build with people. They come down here once a year to have the greatest time they can, and we get to provide them a one-of-a-kind experience. Our captains are family โ€” we wouldn't have it any other way.โ€

MV
Marc V.
Cruisin' Tikis ยท Destin, FL

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