Best Boat Tours Minneapolis Near Me

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“All of our charter cruises, formal or informal, are customized to fit your needs and ideas. The planning and execution of your cruise will be personally and professionally handled. Leave it all to us!

We will arrange everything from start to finish to accommodate you and your guests, including table settings, menu requests, entertainment and special decorations. The Magnolia Blossom is available for weddings and receptions, corporate sales meetings, award banquets, customer appreciation parties, birthdays, retirements, weddings, luaus, or any other theme occasion which requires that extra special attention.

We deal exclusively with groups for private parties or events. When you charter with us, the boat is yours, no additional groups, individuals or excursion passengers are combined with your exclusive cruise. You may dictate sailing time, length of cruise and direction or destination of cruise.

4worldlovers: We had the opportunity to sail with Beau as one of his first guests! He thinks of everything. Our trip was so fun and so smooth, because of all of his efforts! The accommodations were lovely and I loved how he parked the boat near the church, so Sunday morning we heard church bells ringing. Everyone ...

My time sailing with Captain Beau and Nauti Adventures in Bayfield, WI was absolutely amazing. The views are beautiful, and the boat is really cute and comfortable! They went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Captain Beau was extremely knowledgeable about not just sailing but ...

Wonderful sailing experience! My first time on open water and I’m glad I was able to do it with such an experienced, energetic, and entertaining group of people. Our Captain and first mate provided us with excellent options for dining on the boat and off and our drinks were never empty. We even caught ...

4worldlovers: Greetings, we’re finally getting underway for the season and taking reservations through text @ 612-801-1921 (send preferred day/time) currently until we get our website updated. Thanks for checking in and stay tuned here for more updates!


Safety is our priority: We provide USCG adult & children’s life jackets but they are not necessarily comfortable, if children have their own they may bring them.


We are licensed by the United States Coast Guard and also abide by Hennepin County Sheriff’s Water Patrol laws.

The Mississippi river in Minneapolis is slowly growing to include more docking & stops and we are working with the local entities including the City & Park Board to achieve this. Currently, we primarily offer private chartered pleasure cruises out of Boom Island Park. We provide people with an experience on the Mississippi River above St. Anthony Falls in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Text for availability and to set up optional pick up points or a one way trip.

Cruise downstream to the Upper Lock and see, hear & feel the energy and power of St. Anthony Falls… or… Venture upstream to the Lowry Ave. Bridge. Returning downstream you will see an incredible seldom seen view of the city from the river!

All ages are welcome & count as 1 passenger. US Coast Guard regulations strictly allow a maximum of up to 6 passengers per boat. Whether your looking for a lift across the river, it’s date night or bringing out the family for a cruise, we can accommodate. We can take groups of 7-12 with both boats reserved. We provide adult & child USCG approved PFD’s/Personal Floatation Devices but for comfort, please bring children’s personal life vests if they have them.

The Taxi will pick up/drop off daily at Boom Island Park with a reservation on the hour between 11am and 9pm.

We do go out rain or shine. The boats have covers for most types of weather. Thunderstorms: With MN weather changing drastically, we may wait up to an hour before a cruise to decide if we need to reschedule. If there are thunderstorms or it is below 40° we cancel the cruise & you may reschedule for another time/day with no extra fees. We do cruise in any other weather.

If you cancel a week before the reservation we can refund your full charge.

You may cancel & save a full cruise credit for the future.

Pick up/drop off at docks near boat launch at Boom Island Park

4worldlovers: Enjoy a private lake cruise aboard the Lake Minnetonka charter boat, Lady of the Lake. Whether you are looking to host a corporate event, gala, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, or a private occasion, the Lady of the Lake offers a spacious and historic backdrop. As the only three deck charter boat on Lake Minnetonka, the Lady of the Lake is a great choice for cruises up to 80 passengers. Events on the Lady of the Lake, offer charm and privacy that other venues simply can’t. The charm of this historic boat offers an experience almost lost in our modern world.


Scenic Lake Minnetonka, offers panoramic views and provides an inspirational backdrop for your dinner cruise, corporate event, or banquet. The Lady of the Lake is an exquisite charter boat that offers charming and comfort that will relax your perspective. Your entire event, from beginning to end will benefit from the picturesque views of the bays and sights that Lake Minnetonka offers.


Starting in Excelsior, Minnesota, you’ll enjoy the charm of a private cruise. You will have the opportunity to sight-see the glamorous private estates, and the enchantment of shorelines that shelter ancient burial mounds all the while delighting in the uniqueness of Lady of the Lake. Relax and enjoy spectacular views with our fine dining, as the historic paddlewheeler cruises the bays, inlets, and harbors of historic Lake Minnetonka.

All Cruises Depart From and Return To Our Dock in Downtown Excelsior

La Lady of the Lake has been entertaining parties for many private occasions for over 40 years!

Whether motivating staff or entertaining clients, the Lady of the Lake offers an unique private environment, undistracted by the frenzy of offices or traditional meeting rooms. With custom departure and return times, the finest catering, let the Lady of the Lake host your

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Explore the Mississippi River—a cultural treasure of America! Spot bald eagles, herons, egrets, and falcons as you travel back in time from St. Paul’s bustling downtown harbor through the Mississippi National Great River Park. Come aboard our riverboat cruises to see the natural marvels Minnesota has to offer.


Whether you want to simply take in the wonders of the Mississippi or enjoy a delicious meal with your family while sightseeing the colorful scenery, we have the perfect river cruise option for any occasion.