Absolutely. BYOB.

We will have coolers, ice, and even complimentary bottled water for guest.

Book directly through our online booking calendar — pick your date, time, and charter length, and you'll get instant confirmation. Prefer to talk it through first? Call or text Ben at 847-840-3969, or email us with your date, group size, and occasion and we'll get back to you within a few hours

As soon as your date is set. Weekends, holidays, and fireworks nights fill up fastest, especially in the height of summer. Weekday and shoulder-season charters are usually easier to find last-minute. But always give us a shout as we can make it work.

Preferred Payment methods: Zelle/Check/Vemo/Paypal

No — gratuity for your captain and crew is appreciated but not built into the charter fee. Industry standard is roughly 15–20% of the total.

Charters are limited to 6 guests, in keeping with our licensing and insurance requirements — this keeps things comfortable and safe for everyone on board.

Your captain, taxes, fuel, all standard safety equipment, ice, towels, eating utensils, and use of the onboard sound system. Let us know ahead of time if you have any special requests and we'll do what we can to accommodate.

Yes — charters are BYOB/F. Bring whatever snacks and drinks you'd like to enjoy on the water. We'll have coolers and ice ready for you.

Your captain makes the final safety call, typically a couple of hours before departure. If conditions aren't safe to sail, we'll get you rebooked or refunded — no hassle.

Yes. Every guest — paying or complimentary — signs a standard liability waiver before departure. It only takes a moment and is part of how we keep every charter properly insured.

Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing. Bring a layer for the evening breeze, and flat-soled shoes — we'll ask that heels come off before boarding.

Most charters run 2–4 hours. Longer outings and custom itineraries are available — Unfortunately, two hours does not offer adequate time to cruise down the Chicago River as passing through the locks can take an hour at times.

Navy Pier offers on-site parking in two, 24/7 indoor garages (East and West) at 600 E. Grand Ave, accommodating 1,500 vehicles with rates typically ranging from $21 to $65+ based on time.

Our boat is closest to the East Parking Garage

Of course. We love dogs. Please give us a heads up but dogs and boats go hand in hand.

Please note that passing through the Chicago Locks may take up to 45 to 50 minutes each way during busy times, which may reduce your time on the water. Please try your best to let us know ahead of time so we can plan accordingly.

Finding Bayside Voyage at Navy Pier

📍 Navy Pier Marina, 797 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

• We're on the north side of Navy Pier, east of the Ferris wheel — right across from the East Parking Garage

• Walk onto the docks through Gate B (about midway down, ~100 yards east of the Ferris wheel)

• Look for street light marker 26 — that's your closest landmark

• We're docked at Dock 10

• Call Ben at 847-840-3969 once you're close and we'll help guide you in

Drop-offs at approved locations may be possible. Additional docking fees, often referred to as touch-and-go fees apply. Please visit GoDock.com to check availability and pricing

Yes. Several Chicago restaurants offer docking access for boaters, including: City Winery, RPM Seafood ,Pizza Portofino, Naia Reservations.

Reservations are required, and availability can be limited, particularly on Saturdays. Weekday charters generally offer greater flexibility for restaurant visits

Please visit the GoDock app to check availability & pricing.

Absolutely. Passengers consuming alcohol must be at least 21 year old.