If you're looking to charter a boat in Chicago, this is the place. They have a variety of options…read moreavailable and Captain Russell is fantastic. We did a 5 hour charter for 7 and part of me wishes it was longer. Pack your cooler, get your tunes ready to Bluetooth into the boats sound system and enjoy a nice relaxing day on Lake Michigan.

As boating season starts in Chicago, I just wanted to let you know that Russell took me, my…read morechildren and their significant others out for my "birthday celebration" and it was thee BEST boating experience this Chicago gal has ever had. Russell took us on the most beautiful route and his boat is beautiful and comfortable for viewing, eating, drinking and laying out if you like. My favorite moment was when we anchored and me and my kiddos did a celebratory jump into the lake as Russell videotaped us. Big Thanks to Russell for the BEST Boating experience in CHI. He is so knowledgable and experienced that I highly recommend 1st Class Charters Chicago!!

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Absolutely Incredible Experience with Captain Liam!!!…read more After being sick for over a week, we hadn't made any plans for the 4th of July and thought we had completely missed our chance. I called what felt like 30 different companies, joined waitlists, visited marinas in person, and spent nearly a day and a half trying to find something for my wife, friends, and me. Everything was sold out. Then Captain Liam called me back with Yahti Adventure Tours. Even though it looked like there was no availability, he told us, "Actually, we can make this work." He offered us a smaller Navy SEAL boat, and honestly, it turned out to be the best possible experience we could have imagined. Booking was seamless, communication was excellent, and Liam made us feel genuinely welcomed. It ended up being an intimate group of just us, our friends, and Captain Liam with his girlfriend aboard. We were able to get incredibly close to the fireworks barge at Navy Pier during America's 250th Independence Day celebration. Despite the fog and earlier rain, being on the water made all the difference. Tens of thousands of people were gathered at Navy Pier, beaches, and rooftops, but many couldn't fully enjoy the show because of the weather. We had a front-row seat unlike anything else, and I truly don't think anyone could have gotten us closer than Liam did. Beyond being an experienced captain, Liam is simply a great person with a fascinating story and a genuine passion for what he does. He turned what could have been a disappointing holiday into a memory we'll never forget. Thank you, Captain Liam, for calling us back, opening up your boat to us, and making the entire experience feel so special. We can't wait to book with you again. Highly recommended!

My husband and I had our post-wedding reception on Valara and from beginning to end, it was the…read morebest choice we could have made. Neither of us wanted the night to feel like a standard wedding reception as they aren't our style, and because we are happiest on the water the yacht seemed like an ideal, less-stress way to celebrate the wedding with loved ones. The experience exceeded our expectations in every way. Mary was incredibly detail-oriented, professional, and great to work with from the beginning. Captain Val and crew were personable, professional, incredibly friendly, and accommodating. We lucked out and had beautiful weather, awesome views of the shore and skyline, ample drinks and food, and the crew took every possible responsibility out of our hands. A month and a half later, guests still comment on what a fun, neat experience the evening on Valara was, using words like "magical" to describe the night, and we are already plotting for a 5/10 year anniversary party someday! Thanks to Captain Val, Mary, and Valara VI crew for one of the most memorable nights of life.

This may be a great cruise once you get it booked but I've left messages for several days seeking…read moreinfo. They are also one of the few that doesn't show online availability. I realize I'm looking last minute but there was absolutely no excuse for the lady on the phone to be so rude and condensending. Doesn't matter how big a group or how far in advance - I'll never contact them again.

Went here for a sunset sail with my boyfriend. Really…read moreEnjoyed being able to go on a sail boat. They let volunteers from the crowd pull open the sails. Staff is friendly and funny.

Windy City Sailing always exceeds expectations. My family and I look forward to our annual sailing…read moretrip w/ Captain Joe and his crew. Even just unplugging on a three hour tour beats some week long vacations we've taken in terms of the chill factor. Our family and friends pretty much compete every year to be the lucky ones who get invited to join us. Our favorite one is the Air & Water Show. Can't wait for this year's trip.

Had a fantastic time with LTD Charters. Spent 4 beautiful hours on Lake Michigan with friends. Capt…read moreKevin is so great to work with--he's super friendly, professional and communicative. Would recommend LTD Charters to anyone looking for a fun, unforgettable day out on the water

I cannot recommend LTD Charters enough! LTD has very timely responses, making the process of…read morearranging the trip seamless. The boat ride itself was fantastic and LTD was super accommodative. Captain Z, Captain Kevin, and Kate were so helpful on board and made sure we had the best time! The boat had everything we needed and was better than we could have expected! Book with LTD for your next trip!

I booked a boat for 12 people this past Sunday, 8/22. I had been researching charter companies for…read moreliterally a month before booking, and Knot My Boat came out on top for price and charter times! After the captain fee, it was $2,000 for 4 hours. Most places charge that for only 3 hours. And this was the price during the air & water show! Additionally, the mid-level boat I initially booked was down for repairs, so the company upgraded me to a Luxe for no additional cost. Booking was incredibly easy online, and the company reached out immediately via email with instructions on how to book a captain. They also followed up often with reminders about parking, rules, etc. I thought the company's communication was great. Only booking complaint is that I wish they just provided a captain instead of making me do it. It wouldn't be difficult to just integrate a captain calendar system with their booking. My captain didn't respond to me after I paid or at all until immediately before the charter - I was really worried he would no-show and I would be held accountable. The boat itself was spacious and nice but not exceedingly nice. You can tell it's only used for charters, it's definitely not someone's personal boat, so a lot of stuff was kind of shabby. For example, the lights in the bathrooms didn't work, and all the cabinets didn't lock and would fly open every time the boat rocked. The seats were pretty torn and grubby. But listen - we didn't book this to sit in the cabin and chat, so it didn't affect our ability to swim or enjoy the fresh air. Just an observation. The full-size fridge, freezer, and cooler were fantastic amenities! I would consider using Knot My Boat Charters again, and it would be a no-brainer to book again if they were more helpful in booking a captain and holding him accountable for providing us with information leading up to the charter.

We had the best experience with Knot My Boat Charters!! From the second we booked, everything was…read moreextremely seamless and very well organized. The hospitality was absolutely amazing and top tier! The captain was very friendly, ensured we were safe, and made sure we had a blast. The boat was spotless and absolutely gorgeous, plus there were a ton of opportunities for great photos. The views on the water were absolutely stunning! This is an absolute must for any occasion, I will definitely be booking with them again.

Had the best time on the water! We rented the 46' Sea Ray and it was perfect for 12 guests! Captain…read moreDoug was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. We will definitely be renting again in the summer! Highly recommend.

THE Most fun boat rental experience in Chicago! Their Boats are clean, well maintained and fun to…read moreuse year after year. Will be renting regularly!

What a FUN TIME we had! My niece had a tight budget for her wedding. She reached out to Greg and…read morehis co-captain to have her wedding on his boat in September 2018! EVERYONE HAD A BLAST! He even acted as the wedding officiant for the ceremony since we did not have anyone. My friend and I went a few hours ahead to decorate the boat. Greg was totally willing to help and the wedding was a success!! This was a great budget friendly decision :) Bathroom - Bluetooth - lighted boat and more!.SO MUCH FUN!! THANK YOU :)

Our boat day with Captain Greg was easily the best day of summer 2022! We had the most amazing time…read moreand the entire experience from booking to the trip couldn't have been better. The communication was wonderful, planning was so easy, and the boat was exactly what we were hoping for and more. Highly recommend a boat day with Captain Greg! We will definitely be booking again in the future. THANK YOU SO MUCH!