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    50' Yacht Charter in Chicago

    Cruise Lake Michigan with a full kitchen, two bathrooms, and skyline views

    4.3 stars• 28 reviews

    Duration

    3 to 6 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Captain, fuel, life jackets

    Highlights

    Explore Chicago by yacht with room to relax, a full kitchen, two bathrooms, and a bedroom. Cruise Lake Michigan, take in the skyline, and anchor for time on the water. A lily pad rental is available for $125.

    • Discover Chicago's shoreline, Playpen, Monroe Harbor, Chicago River, and Navy Pier
    • Relax in the spacious living area with a fridge, freezer, and cooler
    • Connect your music to upgraded Bluetooth audio
    • Bring your own food and beverages for the trip
    • Pack a towel if you plan to swim

    What's Included

    • 50-foot yacht
    • Full kitchen
    • Two bathrooms
    • Bedroom
    • Life jackets
    • Emergency and first aid kits
    • Fridge, freezer, and cooler
    • Upgraded Bluetooth audio

    Important details

    • Arrive before the scheduled departure time to allow for loading and onboard instructions
    • Leave pets at home
    • Remove shoes before boarding; water shoes are allowed
    • Do not use onboard toilets for bowel movements; notify the crew about urgent emergencies
    • Keep children under 14 under direct parent or guardian supervision at all times
    • Do not bring or use illegal drugs onboard; prescription medicine must be in its original pharmacy container or accompanied by the prescription
    • Smoke only in designated outdoor areas while anchored; do not smoke in the aft port corner while moving
    • Expect a security deposit; the amount is not stated and it may be used toward charter liabilities
    • A credit card may be charged for damage to the vessel, furnishings, fittings, or equipment
    • Additional time is charged at $350 per hour to the credit card
    • Captain and crew services are charged separately from the listed price; the amount is not stated
    • An advance provisioning allowance applies for onboard expenses; the amount is not stated
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 12 guests.

    From$155per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel for a full refund within 24 hours of purchase or at least 14 days before the booking starts. Bad weather, including 3 to 5 ft waves on Lake Michigan, can be rescheduled at no additional fee.

    Product ID: B3MJXX

    FAQs

    Bring up to 12 passengers. Children count as passengers; the captain and crew do not.

    Bring your own alcohol if you wish. Do not serve alcohol to anyone under the legal drinking age, and follow the captain's direction if drinking affects safety or comfort onboard.

    Chicago Vibes may cruise near Navy Pier during fireworks scheduled for Wednesdays at 9 PM and Saturdays at 10 PM.

    Meeting details

    3155 South Lakeshore Drive, Chicago, IL, 60616

    Experience provided by Believe Chicago

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    Fits up to 12 guests

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    Review summary

    4.3
    Very Good
    28 reviews•Google Maps
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    Captain Carlos is the name you'll see come up again and again in these reviews, and for good reason. Guests consistently praise his professionalism, warmth, and deep knowledge of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. The boats are described as clean, well-maintained, and genuinely impressive, and the crew is noted for going above and beyond to make people feel taken care of, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or a casual outing with friends. One reviewer did raise a concern about a booking mix-up involving a deposit, which is worth keeping in mind. It seems to have been resolved, though the experience left them uneasy. That said, the overwhelming majority of guests report smooth bookings and seamless experiences from start to finish. For anyone looking to see Chicago from the water, this appears to be a genuinely memorable way to do it. First-timers and repeat visitors alike tend to leave raving, and many mention they're already planning their next trip out on the lake.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I absolutely LOVED this attraction!!! Definitely doing it again next time.

    Photo of Monica Jasper

    Monica Jasper

    August 28, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I absolutely LOVED this attraction!!! Definitely doing it again next time.

    Photo of Monica Jasper

    Monica Jasper

    August 28, 2025

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