Sleek 51' Luxury Yacht | Parties and Events in Chicago (Fuel Included) (1999)

Step aboard our spacious 51' luxury cruiser for a premium Chicago boat rental experience on Lake Michigan. This versatile yacht is built for everything from high-energy Playpen parties to relaxed sunset skyline cruises — with room for up to 12 guests to spread out and enjoy every moment. BYOB welcome. Fuel and cleaning included — no hidden fees. Celebrate here: bachelorette parties, birthday celebrations, bachelor parties, corporate events, engagement parties, anniversary cruises, graduation parties, sunset cruises, family outings, and more. Choose Your Perfect Chicago Charter Experience • Skyline Cruise — Glide past Chicago's world-famous architecture from the best seat in the city. • Playpen Anchor — Drop anchor, swim, and soak up the sun in Chicago's iconic floating party spot. • Chicago River Cruise — Explore the historic waterway lined with stunning architecture (4-hour minimum, weekdays only). • Fireworks Cruise — Watch Navy Pier fireworks light up the skyline from the water (Wednesdays at 9 PM, Saturdays at 10 PM, Memorial Day–Labor Day). What's Included • Fuel & cleaning — no extra charges • Bluetooth sound system • Swim ladder, & floating mat (available as add-on) • Cooler & refrigerator • BYOB — feel free to bring your own food and drinks Weekend Time Slots (Saturdays & Sundays) • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (4-hour minimum) • 2:45 PM – 6:45 PM (4-hour minimum) • 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM / 11:30 PM (3-hour minimum) Weekday charters (Mon–Thu) offer flexible scheduling and discounted rates (45% off) — perfect for smaller groups, corporate outings, or Chicago River cruises. Captain Information We offer both "Captained" and "No Captain" charters. A captain is REQUIRED every booking. The captain's fee is NOT included at checkout and must be paid separately and directly to the captain. Selecting a "Captained" charter simply provides an estimated cost of what guests are expected to pay the captain. Per USCG regulations, we cannot provide a captain. Once your booking is confirmed, we'll provide a vetted list of 5–10 experienced captains who know our vessel and Lake Michigan well. You select and coordinate directly with your captain. • Captain rate: $100–$150/hr (paid directly to the captain) • Gratuity: 15–20% of the captain's total fee (suggested, not included) Charter Guidelines • Maximum capacity: 12 guests + captain/crew (no exceptions) • Passengers must be 21+ to consume alcohol • Bareboat charter agreement required before departure • Swimming at your own risk — signed waiver required • No red wine, colored juices, or staining foods • No boat tie-ups — your charter must remain independent at all times • Renter is responsible for any damage to the vessel Holidays & Special Events The following dates carry adjusted pricing due to high demand. When you select your date, the rate shown will already reflect any holiday or event pricing — no surprises at checkout. • Black Yacht Weekend (June 20) • 4th of July Weekend (July 4–5) • Black Scene Party (July 19) • Chicago Boat Scene Party (July 25) • Air & Water Show (August 15–16) Weather Policy If conditions are unsafe to operate on the day of your charter, we'll offer a full refund or reschedule at a discounted rate. Unsafe conditions include heavy storms, 4+ foot waves, small craft advisories, and strong winds. Light rain and passing storms are typically considered safe. Our team will work with you to find a solution if weather disrupts your plans.