Captain Paul and team was AMAZING! We had a post graduation cruise for my daughter and best friend,…read morecruising into the sunset. The most memorable trip for my daughter, friends and family. Captain Paul was extremely flexible in making the most beautiful experience. We cruised on both the river, and saw the sunset on Lake Michigan. The experience of a private yacht for my daughter's celebration was priceless. Thank you Captain Paul for your hospitality!

I found this boat charter on Yelp! Spoke with Paul and the process to book was so seamless! He…read moreanswered all my questions promptly when wondering how to tip and if we needed to bring coolers. They supplied ice for our trip which was great! At the end of our time we were already trying to book with them again! With the new adjustment we were able to have 30 with proof of vaccines! Highly recommend them!

What a fantastic boat and crew! We had such a beautiful evening cruising along the shoreline with…read morethe impressive Chicago backdrop. The crew was very professional and working with Kerbi and Samantha was a pleasure. They were extremely proficient with all of the event planning and were very easy to work with. We had a 70 year old on board with us who was recovering from a minor surgery. We were a bit concerned about the ride for him but he was extremely comfortable in the lovely saloon. I highly recommend this company for any event and will be back again soon!

We had some concerns about renting a yacht sight unseen -- but we were completely amazed! Kirby was…read moreso helpful arranging a beautiful five star dinner down the Chicago river for our small group. Captain Brian is hysterical and kept us laughing through the night!!Our friends weren't from the area and really enjoyed the delicious meals and seeing Chicago. Every member of the crew we interacted with was polite, attentive and greeted us with warmth and kindness. Would highly recommend this yacht trip to anyone seeking a unique group experience! Five stars!! Sea stars!

Went on the 2 hour sunset kayaking with a bunch of girlfriends recently and had an awesome time…read more Even though they provided maps as to where the boat launch would be--I still went to the wrong area--boo for me and directions. They provided all the equipment: lifejacket, oar, and kayak. I recommend water shoes just because Im not a huge fan of sand or rocks in between my toes. The fabulous trip leader gave us some instruction/safety and then we were off and paddling--ok maybe not at first :) The staff was so patient and nice---especially because I felt like the first half of the trip I definitely needed special attention--since we were veering in the opposite direction of the group---geesh who would've thought it would be so difficult to turn or keep going straight--but with the proper instruction and a little special ed tugging from one of the trip leaders---we were on our way to cruising on lake michigan. Being that this was my first time and I didn't fall out or become traumatized--I definitley will be doing this again.

I had my husband buy groupons for us because I'd never been kayaking & we thought it would be fun…read more It was! It was a gorgeous, sunny day on Lake Michigan with calm water. The instructors were very nice, the group was fun, & it was easier than I expected (laregly thanks to the calm waters). I would do it again in a heartbeat, and I would definitely recommend going here, in particular if you haven't been before. I would really like to do it again. The one improvement they can make is to ensure they explain how position your legs and help you adjust the seats & foot rest inside the kayak prior to getting in their own kayaks. We all got in our kayaks & the guides got in theirs, but some of the other kayakers weren't able to adjust the foot rest or seat. We asked for assistance and they readily helped, but if you aren't aware there's a problem till you're on the water it would be too late. It would be nice if they checked to make sure everyone was properly set up & positioned before take off and without us having to speak up.

This lakeside club is the gem of Highland Park! The cozy clubhouse on Lake Michigan with canoes,…read morekayaks, sailboats and friendly members of all ages is our favorite place to be in the summertime.

This place is a hidden gem that's underutilized. For less then $300 bucks, a beachfront clubhouse…read morewith a huge deck including grills, tables, kitchen, showers, equipment, storage, and free to use club equipment such as kayaks, paddle boards, windsurfers... I'm here almost everyday. I can't understand why this place isn't completely packed with members all summer.

I really liked this. Captain Steel and Siris were W. I really would recommend this and also those…read morelow reviews are not that real. Boat wasn't cancelled and I really liked it. 9/10

I had reached out ahead of time to see if they do fancy mocktails so I wouldn't just be stuck…read moredrinking a sprite on board. I quit drinking years ago but still want to have fun and fit in. The beverage manager assured me that they do offer a selection of crafted mocktails - so I was expecting a menu or at least the bartender having some knowledge. I asked and the bartender just pointed out the juices that they have. Now a lot of local establishments have created mocktails that have unique mixes to them that I don't know. So when he was pointing to the different juices I didn't even know what to ask for. He only suggested a Shirley Temple. So all in all, I was stuck drinking a Sprite and didn't feel to fit in. I didn't have much fun.

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!

Such an amazing experience!!! My boyfriend came across Captain Conway through a google search of…read morecharter boats in the Chicago area. He was looking for a romantic way to propose and nothing could have topped this!! Captain Conway was nothing but accommodating for the whole experience, serving us wine and champaign after my boyfriend proposed and captured some amazing pictures. The entire night was so private, romantic and amazing. 100% would recommend this experience for everyone looking for a private charter experience. Very affordable compared to other charter services and the experience was customized just for us. Thank you Captain Conway!!

So fun! Highly recommend this company. They take the time to call you beforehand to make sure all…read moreyour questions are answered. My family and I got captain Larry and he was so kind and told us fun facts about buildings that we passed by. I will for sure be doing another boat tour with them!!

Loved our architecture tour of the river and lake! It was 90 minutes, full of interesting…read moreinformation. The views were gorgeous. Boat was super clean and they had several safety warnings/information. It was absolutely fantastic. Bobby was our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable, engaging and funny. Worth the price.

We got lucky and pulled the perfect day to be on the river, but even without a beautiful, temperate…read moreday I think it would've been fantastic. Our tour guide, Zack, was a wealth of knowledge, fun facts, puns, and recommendations for other Chicago activities. He was super passionate about the history of the buildings and the styles of architecture, which made the experience more exciting for those of us who (*cough*) don't really care about either topic. The boat was very clean, had ample bathrooms, a bar with all kinds of hard and soft drinks and snacks, and what appeared to be good safety provisions. Glad we didn't have to explore that issue further. 10/10, highly recommend Wendella!

Such a great local fishing shop! My son and I stopped in before heading out to hit some of our…read morefavorite fishing spots, and the experience was outstanding. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely excited to help. My son loved showing them pictures of his catches and sharing his fishing stories--they made him feel like the coolest fisherman around. They had all the bait and accessories we needed, along with plenty of fishing knowledge and stories of their own. They even shared a few local hotspots and the best times to go (though they might not tell you all their secrets unless you bring a kid along!). Overall, it was a great experience, and we'll definitely be back.

I used to come here often when I lived in Glenview. Moved away just before Covid and hadn't been…read morehere since. Needed some gear for a trip to Michigan and spent a couple hundred dollars. I was shocked at the lack of any attention or decent customer service. Seemed like about 5 young guys working and not one person asked if I needed any help. All remained behind the counter. One guy actually walked by and when I asked him a question he literally ignored me. Next time the extra trek to Bass Pro will be worth it.