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COME ENJOY AN AFFORDABLE LUXURY BOAT RENTAL EXPERIENCE ON LAKE MICHIGAN (PLAY PEN / THE CHICAGO RIVER) THE EXPERIENCE: This is a 38’ Sea Ray Sundancer that can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. Perfect for bachelor[ette] parties, birthdays, fireworks, corporate events, pride events and other celebrations! AMENITIES: The smoke-free vessel features three entertainment zones (rear deck, bow, and cabin) for guests to enjoy. The bow of the boat is perfect for your Instagram and TikTok moments. Additional amenities include a top of the line sound system that you can control via Bluetooth, Aux, or USB. There are several exterior and interior lounge areas, wet bar, dining area, living room, and bathroom. We also offer a complimentary cooler for additional beverage storage. RATES [please note the harbor (boating) season is from May 1 - Oct 31 each year]: Flat Rate of $250 / hr (boat rental only) **Longer rentals available upon request. Please inquire for holiday/special events pricing and special requests, including Memorial Day + weekend, Black Yacht Weekend, 4th of July + weekend , BLVCKSCENE, Chicago Party Boat Scene, Air & Water Show weekend, Labor Day + weekend, etc.** This charter is being operated as a bareboat charter. Getmyboat may collect the Boat and Captain Cost together when you book your trip, but as this is a bareboat charter you will be asked to select a captain separately and pay the fee directly to the captain. After the charter occurs, any captain fees collected by Getmyboat will be returned to you. Fuel and clean-up are NOT included in the hourly rate; however, it will be added to your booking at a $150 flat fee. LAUNCH TIMES: 10A-11A; 2P-330P; 6-730P. Weekdays offer additional flexibility for start times (excluding holiday and special event days). Fireworks show at Navy Pier every Wednesday (@9pm) and Saturday night (@10p), between Memorial Day and Labor Day!! Book 7pm+ before all gone! LOCATION: We are docked at 31st Street Harbor, which is a 10 minute ride from downtown. There is paid parking available nearby (in and outdoor parking). After booking your charter, our team will provide you with directions, safety information, and a list of approved captains available for hire for your charter. You could be anywhere in the world but you're here with us! We can't wait to host you!!! WHAT TO BRING: Snacks Beverages (Alcohol is allowed-no red liquids) Towel Sunscreen and good vibes! :-)
Ann and her crew did an awesome job getting us set up, and just provided an all around awesome experience. They really knew how to make you feel at home, took pictures for us, and were so accommodating! I would definitely recommend and book with them again! Captain Phil also did an excellent job making the experience awesome! 10/10
Bad Beaches Only is the ONLY way to go on Lake Michigan! My group of 12 enjoyed a sunset cruise with incredible views of the skyline and an up-close view of the fireworks. The Bad Beaches (as I like to call them) communicated really well with me prior to our trip. I'm not from Chicago, so they helped me choose our destination on the water and share what we wanted to see with Captain Phil (who was also amazing). The boat itself was really nice. We kept our things safe and dry in the cabin and we all fit comfortably in the seating available, since we didn't get in the water because it was nighttime. Thanks to the Bad Beaches Only team, we had a memorable experience on the water. Many people in my group said our cruise was their favorite thing we did on our trip! 12/10 would recommend Bad Beaches Only!
ED
Honestly this is the only boat I ever need to rent. It’s clean, spacious, reasonable and the owner’s are top notch! They make the entire process easy from start to finish. You even get to use their floating lily pad for free. We had a great day on the water and can’t wait to rent from them again. They’ve got a regular customer in me!
KW
Top notch customer service and experience. The boat was clean and well maintained. The captain was was friendly and knowledgeable, and I felt like I was in great hands. I was my first time being on a boat in a very long time and I would book again and refer my friends and family
JB
We had a bachelorette group and everything was perfect! Ann communicated extremely well and was fabulous every step of the way! This is definitely something you have to do and Ann is your girl to make it perfect!!
You’ll get directions to the departure location when you make a booking.
Full refund up to 5 days prior.
A fuel and clean-up fee of $150 total will be added to all Bookings.