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8 Best Things to Do on the Water for your Nashville Bachelorette Party

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May 23, 2023

When you think about the perfect BATCH party in the Music City capital, water doesn’t always spring to mind. However, this is a MUST for an all-inclusive experience that will round out your bash like nothing else. And who knows, it might just be the highlight you talk about for years to come. 

Here is the ultimate guide to planning the perfect water activities for your BATCH bash in Nashville. From booze cruises to flyboards, we’ll cover it all. Take a peek at the excursions that can take your party to all new heights.

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Pontoon Saloon: Party Barge Mixer

Pontoon Saloon: Party Barge Mixer

Double the party, double the fun! Join up with other Bachelor/Bachelorette parties on this 2-hour cruise that will include it all. Plan on bottomless Beers and Selzers, sweet Koozies to keep those drinks refreshing, a Party Host keeping things lively, and of course, a Captain and Deckhand who’ve seen some things; hosted by Pontoon Saloon

Special features: New friends make everything more memorable; views of the beautiful Nashville Skyline; dance floor, game table, and more; all-inclusive beer and seltzers; party host and DJ

Location: Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville

Group size & duration: Boat holds up to 40 passengers — 2-hour cruise

Our whole group had so much fun! We were hesitant at first being it was with other groups, but ultimately it was everyone’s favorite part of our weekend. Would highly recommend it! -Hanna G.
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Pontoon Saloon: Honky Tonk on Water - BYOB Party Barge

Pontoon Saloon: Honky Tonk on Water - BYOB Party Barge

Nashville's only booze cruise is always a honky tonkin' blast! This Music City Pontoon Saloon Party Barge meanders down the beautiful Cumberland River giving you pristine views of downtown Nashville while a DJ/Party Host blasts your favorite jams on a decked-out sound system. And best of all, it’s a BYOB (just no glass beer bottles) party!!


Special features: Perfect for the ‘gram; BYOB; plenty of room to party (seating, room to dance, and 6 high-top tables); VIP server, ice, cups, and coolers are all provided; runs rain or shine (partial roof)


Location: Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville


Group size & duration: Holds up to 40 guests (Public & Private Cruise Options Available) — 2-hour cruise

The pontoon saloon did a great job hosting a party for my friend's bachelorette party! This was my favorite event of the weekend and everyone in our group had a great time!! -Alexandra F.
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Pontoon BYOB Private Party with Roundtrip Shuttle to Lake

Pontoon BYOB Private Party with Roundtrip Shuttle to Lake

We steer, you beer! This one-of-a-kind pontoon party takes your group on a cruise around the beautiful Percy Priest Lake. Each experience includes fun water activities like floating party pads and beer pong, and you can even bring along decorations to create perfection for your special BATCH! And with a roundtrip shuttle to/from Nashville and a licensed Captain, you’re free to soak up as much sun and fun (and, yes that includes your BYOB beverages), worry-free; hosted by High Tide Rides


Special features: The perfect day hang (drink on the boat, then party on the shore); built-in entertainment (cruise includes inner tubes, floating beer pong, kneeboarding, and standard beer pong for the pregame or after party on the shore), BYOB (coolers, ice, and plenty of cups provided); endless photo ops of your fun in the sun; shuttle to/from Nashville included


Location: Percy Priest Lake (35 mins outside Nashville)


Group size & duration: Up to 10 people — 3-hour cruise

Beyond incredible!!! I could not say enough good things about this experience. If you’re on the fence, absolutely do it! -Veronica C.
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Floating Tiki Bar BYOB Cruises and Party Cove Excursions

Floating Tiki Bar BYOB Cruises and Party Cove Excursions

Why go bar hopping when you can hop on the bar? All aboard the Cruisin' Tikis Nashville boat party that'll have your Instas pouring over with cute group selfies. Bring the bride-to-be's favorite bevs and queue the playlist, we're taking off on a unique tour of Music City. Choose from 4 Nashville tiki experiences from: 90-minute Morning Mimosas Tiki Cruise, 90-minute BYOB Tiki Fun cruise, 90-minute BYOB Sunset Tiki Cruise, 3-hour drink, float, and swim private BYOB Party Cove Excursion


Special features: Picture-worthy theme (the Instas practically post themselves); mimosas or BYOB; shade for every seat; Bluetooth speakers; Captain

Location: Old Hickory Lake


Group size & duration: Up to 6 passengers (plus the included captain) — 90-minute or 3-hour options

Floating Tiki Bar Cruise did not disappoint! It was the definite highlight of our trip!! -Elizabeth V.
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Kayak Rentals with 3-Mile Excursion

Kayak Rentals with 3-Mile Excursion

Take in the best views of the city by renting kayaks to see the famous Nashville skyline from a new perspective. Your 3-mile paddling exploration will end downtown for the best post-paddle photo backdrop; hosted by River Queen Voyages


Special features: Stay fit & have fun; unique way to take in the sights; plenty of content for the ‘gram


Location: Shelby Park to Downtown Riverfront Park


Group size & duration: 1-hour paddle

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River Queen Pedal Pontoon BYOB Boat Party

River Queen Pedal Pontoon BYOB Boat Party

You’ve heard of a pedal pub, but how about a pedal boat? Climb aboard this BYOB pontoon party boat and pedal through the waters of Nashville! Play your squad’s favorite songs and celebrate the BATCH while drinking as many adult bevs as you please, taking in the stunning river views of downtown Nashville; hosted by River Queen Voyages


Special features: Stunning river views of the Music City; Bluetooth ready; BYOB (drinking while pedaling is highly encouraged); great cal burner; Captain and First Mate provided


Location: Downtown Nashville  


Group size & duration: Up to 16 guests — 2-hour tour

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Rock the Boat: Nashville’s Hottest Party Pontoon

Rock the Boat: Nashville’s Hottest Party Pontoon

Your ultimate destination for a fun-filled day out on the water on a high-quality luxury pontoon boats for a day of boating, relaxing, or maybe partying on beautiful Percy Priest Lake in Nashville, TN.


Special features: Beautiful Percy Priest Lake; great dockside restaurants and bars; 9 ft Lilly Pad Float; Bluetooth amp speaker; include a large ice chest for your beverages of choice


Location: Percy Priest Lake


Group size & duration: Up to 10 people — All-day rentals only (9am - 5:30pm)

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Flyboarding at Percy Priest Lake

Flyboarding at Percy Priest Lake

Calling all you adventure ladies out there! Escape the city for the afternoon and head to a private dock on Percy Priest Lake for a fun day on the water. Drink as many Claws as you like while taking turns testing your skills on the flyboard. This might look a little, um, intense, but it’s actually super safe and pretty easy to lift off the water for some elevated fun; hosted by Nashville FlyBoard


Special features: The thrill of flying (with the option of falling safely into the water at any point); great challenge for the adventurous BATCH; perfect for all levels; convenient escape (just 15 minutes from downtown Nashville)


Location: Percy Priest Lake (15 minutes from downtown Nashville)


Group size & duration: ~30 minutes of fly time per person

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