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CHARTER SERVICES
Weekday Cruise (Monday-Thursday)
Starting at $250/Hr (Excludes Holidays & Special Events - See Events Tab)
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Weekday Fireworks @ Navy Pier (wednesday - 9pm)
Starting at $275/Hr (Excludes Holidays & Special Events - See Events Tab)
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Weekend Fireworks @ Navy Pier (Saturday - 10pm)
Starting at $300/Hr (Excludes Holidays & Special Events - See Events Tab)
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Corporate/Birthdays/Wedding Event Packages
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What Sets Our CHARTER Apart
01 / Professionalism & Trust
From booking to drop-off, we keep everything clear, simple, and professional. We maintain a clean, reliable boat. You can step onboard knowing you’re in good hands from start to finish.
02 / Safety & Peace of Mind
Your safety is always our priority. We provide the right equipment and guidance so you can feel secure throughout the trip. That way, you can fully relax and enjoy every moment.
03 / Customizable Experiences
We listen to our guests and tailor each trip to fit their occasion, whether it’s a party, date, or relaxing cruise. From the start, we will support you to plan out your your day out in the water and guide you to make your experience feel personalized and not a one-size-fits-all trip.
CHARTER BOOKING & PROCESS
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Send us a request using the contact form and provide the following information:
Decide on date(s) and preferred time window (morning, afternoon, sunset, evening/cruise).
Determine guest count and any special needs (children, accessibility, pets).
Indicate which Charter Service you are requesting (sightseeing, private cruise, party/night cruise, private event, corporate).
Once all information is received we will send you the following:
A quote that includes base charter fee (includes gas & taxes)
After confirming the booking
We will send an initial deposit request (25% of booking fee). Full payment due 7 days prior to departure
Send you the charter contract agreement to be signed by all parties that will be traveling on the charter.
Send you the captains/operators list (See “Captain Selection” tab for more info)
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A USCG licensed captain is required and must operate the boat during the rental period. Due to USCG regulations, we cannot select a captain to you directly. To charter the boat, we have a pre-approved operators who are USCG licensed and are familiar with our boat that can provide you with the best experience for you and your party riding out in Chicago.
Note* - The operators fee will need to be arranged and separately with the with the captain/operator.
Once your booking is confirmed, we will share the list of the approved captains/operators with you for you to select. Captains typically charge $125/hr (Weekday), $150/hr (Fri-Sun), $180/hr (Holiday/Special Events).
Renters will communicate directly with the captain. We will share their contact info for you to reach out to coordinate times and if you have any questions.
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We will coordinate final details: arrival time, parking/meeting location, and any special requests (announcements, itineraries)
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On the day of your charter, plan to arrive 15–20 minutes early at the marina to meet your captain and crew. After a quick check-in and safety overview, you’ll get settled onboard, store your drinks/snacks, and connect to the Bluetooth sound system to set the vibe. Once underway, sit back and enjoy the cruise—whether that’s relaxing, celebrating, or anchoring to swim. Your captain will handle navigation and timing so you can focus on having a great time. At the end of your charter, you’ll return to the dock with plenty of memories and zero stress.