Captain Larry treated us to a 1x1/2 hour cruise around lake union and shared his expansive…read moreknowledge of the area and it's history. What a perfect way to celebrate my wife's 40th. We sailed off into the sunset. Check out the pics. Thanks Larry.

I took the beginner's course with Anna and Nick, who were both amazing captains and instructors…read more Anna relocated after several classes, which I understood at the start, and Nick picked up for the last of my classes. I got some great instruction from them both, with helpful quizzing on what I had learned, and opportunities to put learning into practice. Both instructors were such a joy to sail with and learn from. Nick's broad experience and passion for teaching really shine through! Additionally, Lake Union Charters is one of the very few places that could accommodate my schedule for sailing lessons. I am a breastfeeding mama, so I can only be away from my little one for a few hours at a time, and most schools do their beginner's courses over a weekend of 8hr days. I also felt that my 2 hour/class 6 class beginner package was the perfect spacing to allow knowledge, book learning, and the experience I was accumulating to really soak in. These guys are awesome!

Had the best time celebrating a birthday in Seattle! Scott and Tracy were incredible hosts; from…read moreour welcome bubbles and charcuterie board, to learning about the history of homes on the water, our trip made us feel like QUEENS. I would absolutely return and celebrate every milestone event with Scott and Tracy on the yacht!

Had an absolutely amazing time on the Private Reserve! What an elite experience, the boat was…read morebeautiful with every detail finely curated. You absolutely feel like a bougie rich woman on your high class yacht for the day! Everything was top notch from the food, to the service, to the crew. Scott and Tracy made the whole process so easy, they made great recommendations and gave clear instructions on how to meet them. Getting on and off the boat was a breeze. Definitely felt like they catered to my every need. Can't wait to go out again and feel like I'm living my below deck dreams!

Immediately upon entering the nicely appointed check in area, you are greeted with a smile and…read morefriendly "hello" Both the check in space and the changing shack Is very clean and organized. There is one bathroom and two changing rooms with lockers within the changing shack. We did add rose petals and eucalyptus Epsom Salt The boats run well and had no mechanicals issues whatsoever ever. You feel very stable and secure within the boat. There is room for for 6 adults in one boat, how we husband and I both noted it would have been as comfortable with two more people (we only had 4 in our party). 4 adults allows you to stretch out comfortably so nobody is impeding on another's personal space. We went 8-10pm and that was amazing because we had lots of daylight and then a gorgeous sunset decide floating back in, in the dark. The boats have blue light strips and that looks nice at nice! Great choice for out of town guests to experience the beautiful weather, sunsets. Extra long summer evening and a scenery with a fb post :) This business is consistently a guest fav Very unique. Another friend also suggested this is a great wedding gift!

Years later and I'm back with a five star update! So the rating didn't change but I felt the need…read moreto show them love again. We recently booked Hot Tub Boats with our friends for a triple date day out, and we had a blaaasssttt! I was the only one of us out of six who had done it, so it was so fun getting to introduce them to Hot Tub Boats. Upon arrival they asked if it was anybody's first time, and as mentioned it was, so they gave us a 10% discount and free epsom salt soak which was so nice of them and totally unexpected. They got us back into the locker room quickly to pack up all of our stuff and get ready to head to the boats. After a quick safety demo we were out! It's so fun to bring along some snacks, refreshing beverages, and hang out on the lake on a nice day with friends. It was so cool seeing several sea planes landing and taking off! My only complaint is that two hours on the boat goes waaaay too fast. But that just gives me an excuse to book again. :) 10/10 do recommend checking them out if you haven't, it's the perfect day out!

We hosted a birthday party with Sternwheeler Charters and really enjoyed our experience. Jack was…read morevery communicative before, during and after our event. They were very flexible with what food, drink and decor we could bring on board. During the charter we had a great time & the crew kept us safe & having fun! Recommend!

Had an absolute blast on the Christine W. Guests are still mentioning how much fun they had…read more Smooth, beautiful ride around Lake Union and LW. It was a perfect day. Captain Jack is a legend. He was signing autographs of his book by the end of the charter.

Captain Trig's yacht (the Viaggio) is most certainly luxurious, and the experience you can expect…read morewould be very difficult to surpass. Clients are pampered, fed three gourmet meals each day, and taken on beautiful excursions. We saw an abundance of whales, dall porpoises, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, bald eagles, deer, and bears. Fishing was a delightful success(we shipped 43 pounds of salmon and halibut home). After our cruise, we explored Alaska by land, and although still scenic, the whole land experience was anticlimactic. Any future visits we make to Alaska will center on this kind of cruise, and I can't imagine anyone doing it better than Viaggio Luxury. Floyd Hale

Never been to Alaska. Never been overnight on a boat. Now we want to do both again for future…read morevacations and we will choose Viaggio for our Alaska tours. Only 6 guests allowed, so the boat is quiet and not over crowded. Only 2-3 crew members who take care of everything and with a smile. They emphasize making the trip as stress-free as possible-and it was. Spacious boat, nice, clean rooms, delicious food, friendly crew. Watch and learn from the chef (who will cater to your likes/dislikes, food allergies and preferences), hang out in the wheelhouse and talk with the captain while looking for wildlife, and drive the boat. Great for all ages-fellow travelers ranged from teen to senior. Lots to do on the boat like movies and local books and plenty more off the boat- kayaking, whaler for easier sight-seeing, 27' sport boat so we could fish as often as we wanted (fishing licenses included-so one less thing we had to deal with). Caught crab and fish and had it for our meals the same day and beyond! We even had some to take home. We saw so much wildlife and other special sites without the cost of extra excursion fares. We rarely saw other boats (besides fishermen) so we were out in Alaska's natural element to take in the scenery with privacy-no big cruise ships or 1000s of people-just a small boat and nature. We were able to get close to wildlife without disturbing them or they followed our boat for up-close and personal experiences-from whales to porpoises, bears to porcupines. You spend a lot of time at sea but in a good way-taking in the surroundings you normally wouldn't see with other tours (large cruises) or traveling on your own. But you can make stops in town for a night depending on what tour you book. With never being on a private charter tour before, we really didn't know what to expect, but we were blown away with the experience and being spoiled. PS - They were great about getting back to us when we had additional questions before booking the trip. Also, they will work to pick you up at your hotel or airport.

Capt. Tony and the crew were very friendly and provided a great service. We booked the Seeker to…read moredisperse our father's ashes and it was a very beautiful and memorable day. We can't wait to go again for a purely leisure trip!

Captain Kelvin was so incredible! I called him quite a bit while planning, and he was always…read morewelcoming towards questions and flexible to changes. I could not have had a better time in the setup or onboard. The trip was beautiful and everyone had a fantastic time.

What amazing fun. Having never sailed before I decided that now is the time. So glad I did it…read more Exceptional value. Stunning way to see Seattle from the water. Brilliant education and introduction to sailing. So much so I am going back for more. Great location with easy parking. Superb instruction that did not overwhelm - just gave great confidence and yearning to do it again. They run mixed and women only sessions so all are welcome. I went on my own but will be looking to take some friends next time too. And all for $80 for 2 fun filled hours. If you have ever wanted to try sailing - this is the place. More like sailing with a friend rather than an instructor. Except this friend is dynamic, smart and knowledgable enough to help you get your sea legs.

Lisa is amazing! She took us from zero to functionally viable sailors in two short but…read moreinformation-packed sessions. She's all about empowerment and teaching everyone, especially women, to be involved at a very practical level with the challenges posed by operating a sailboat. Whatever your comfort or skill level as a novice sailor, Lisa has some reassuring lessons to teach you. She also takes real pride in her work and will help you get oriented in the world of sailing far beyond the cockpit, which is a huge part of the experience. Three cheers and five stars for Lisa. I sincerely can't recommend her highly enough, and if you're privileged to learn from her, you'll soon agree that she's truly, truly wonderful.

Fantastic club, beautiful new(er) boats and the staff is super helpful! If you're looking for a…read moresailing and powerboating club in Seattle, this is the one!

I took the beginning keel boat course in Late July 2025. All of the instructors (3) were obviously…read moregreat instructors and experienced persons. Top Notch. BUT in this basic class, one must remember that not only are you learning to sail a boat BUT you are also learning a new language. Sailors have their own language. Period. A rope is no longer a rope but a Sheet. Or a halyard. Confusing, eh? So do your reading before the course. There are also 3 different instructors on three different days. That leads to some confusion as each has their own nuances. It might be helpful to students if the 3 of them sailed together one day to learn how everyone is teaching students; it may help resolve some of the confusion for students.

Seems like the only private sailing tour available in the area and is absolutely worth the price!!!…read morePurchased as an early birthday gift for my wife who loves being on the water. The sunset was breathtaking, Russ was an incredible host, and we were able to fully enjoy the experience and each other's company without being crammed in a boat with a bunch of strangers! We brought snacks and drinks and completely forgot about them because we were so entranced with the view. If you're on the fence about booking...do it!! You won't regret it.

Russ took us on a private evening cruise in the Puget Sound and it was really amazing! My spouse…read moreand I enjoyed the entire experience - we saw lots of marine animals, had a peaceful time in the water, and really enjoyed Russ' company and learning from him about sailing!