Private Tailgate Cruise
Take Your Game-Day Celebration to the Water
Experience Overview
Bring your friends, team colors, favorite game-day snacks, and drinks aboard the Carver Mariner 350 for a private Tailgate Cruise along Chicago’s lakefront. This two-hour private yacht experience is designed for groups who want to celebrate before or after a game, concert, festival, or other Chicago event. Enjoy skyline views, comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, Bluetooth music, and exclusive use of the yacht for up to six guests. Instead of gathering in a crowded parking lot, restaurant, or bar, your group can enjoy a private boat-gating experience with a licensed captain handling the cruise. Experience Highlights Depending on weather, lake conditions, marine traffic, and the captain’s approved route, your Tailgate Cruise may include: - Chicago skyline views - Museum Campus - Soldier Field area views from the lake - Adler Planetarium - Monroe Harbor - Grant Park skyline - Buckingham Fountain - Chicago Harbor Lighthouse - Navy Pier - The Playpen - Game-day music and social time - Pre-event or post-event lakefront cruising Routes and landmark visibility may vary based on weather, marine restrictions, special events, and operating conditions. What’s Included - Two-hour private yacht cruise - Private use of the Carver Mariner 350 - Accommodations for up to six guests - Licensed USCG captain - Fuel - Curated Lake Michigan cruising route - Chicago skyline and lakefront views - Indoor and outdoor lounge seating - Flybridge seating - Bluetooth sound system for your game-day playlist - Wi-Fi access - Climate-controlled cabin - Onboard restroom - Refrigerator and cooler access - Guests can bring their own food and drinks - Required safety and navigation equipment - Tailgate Cruise Price $650 for a private two-hour cruise The rate covers the yacht, licensed captain, fuel, and up to six guests. Holiday, festival, concert, fireworks, Air and Water Show, and major sporting-event pricing may vary.
Cancellation Policy
This policy applies to all three services: Hourly Private Yacht Reservation, Curated Private Skyline Tour, and Private Tailgate Cruise. RESERVATIONS: The Skyline Tour and Tailgate Cruise are Instant Book experiences; available dates and times may be selected online and are confirmed after payment. Hourly reservations are request-to-book; dates, times, and itineraries are reviewed before confirmation. All bookings remain subject to availability, weather, marina restrictions, special events, and safety requirements. ARRIVAL: Arrive 15 minutes before departure for check-in and the safety briefing. Charters depart on time. Late arrival does not extend the reservation and may reduce time on the water. Missed departures may be treated as no-shows. CANCELLATIONS: 7 or more days before departure = 100% refund. 3-6 days before departure = 50% refund. Less than 72 hours before departure = no refund. No-shows = no refund. Non-refundable catering, decorations, custom purchases, third-party costs, or add-ons already ordered may be deducted from any refund. WEATHER: Charters operate in most normal weather. If the captain determines conditions are unsafe, guests may reschedule or receive a full refund for that charter. The captain makes the final weather and safety decision. FOOD & BEVERAGES: BYOB and bring-your-own food permitted. Items must be securely packaged and must not stain or damage the yacht. Red wine, dark juices, heavy red sauces, brightly colored icing, greasy foods, glass containers, and oversized coolers may be restricted. Open flames, grills, cooking equipment, chafing fuels, hot plates, and unapproved warming devices are prohibited. CONDUCT & SAFETY: The captain has final authority over routing, anchoring, swimming, alcohol use, and conduct. Smoking, vaping, illegal drugs, weapons, and disruptive behavior are prohibited. Children must be supervised and wear life jackets when required. Maximum capacity is six passengers, including children. The booking guest is responsible for the group and may be charged for excessive cleaning, stains, damage, or missing property.
Reservation Contact
(773) 999-3135
info@chicagofleetcharters.com
797 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA