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Sail & Swim Playpen Party Cruise

About this experience

What you'll do:

Get the group together for the best Batch party ever! This 4-hour cruise will take you and your guests on a favorable sail from Monroe Harbor along the gorgeous coastline of Chicago's Lakeshore. Party at the playpen or lay low and anchor in a private area on Lake Michigan to swim and float on our Lily Pad and pool floats. Our 37' luxury sailboat is the perfect venue for your celebration. The boat comes complete with everything you need - complimentary beverages and snacks, Bluetooth speakers, private bathroom, changing rooms, refrigerator, and kitchenware.

Why we love it for your party:

  • Sail in style (Your private 37’ luxury sailboat comes equipped with everything you need for a first-class celebration on the water)

  • Party at the playpen (Anchor in Chicago’s favorite boating hotspot, turn up the music, and soak in the summer vibes with your crew)

  • Swim, float, and chill (Make a splash in Lake Michigan with our Lily Pad, pool floats, and all the water toys you need for the ultimate boat day)

  • BYOB & sip away (Bring your favorite drinks and snacks—we provide the coolers, glassware, and good vibes for a seamless party experience)

  • Unforgettable skyline views (Cruise along Chicago’s iconic waterfront for picture-perfect moments against the city’s breathtaking backdrop)

About this experience partner:

On A Boat Sailing is the premier purveyor of sailing charters & cruises for intimate group celebrations in Chicago. We have over 500 five-star reviews in our seven years in business.

Additional Information:

  • What's included:

    • USCG-certified Captain trained in First Aid and CPR (with no separate Captain's fee)

    • Private use of our fully permitted, fully insured sailing yacht (with no fuel or docking fee)

    • Complimentary beverages and snacks on board (with BYOB available)

    • Fully stocked kitchenware, fridge and bathroom (no damage/cleaning deposit)

    • Surround sound Bluetooth speakers

    • Swim platform with ladder, lily pad, life-jackets, noodles, floaties & towels

  • What to pack

    • Bathing suit and towel

    • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen

    • Rain jacket or layers

    • Boat shoes, sandals, light-soled tennis shoes

    • Comfortable, breathable clothes

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  • Four Hour Private Charter - Friday/Sunday

    Starting at$1,399per party

    4hr

    • Up to 7 guests

    • Fridays at 2pm

    • Sundays at 10am and 2:30pm

  • Four Hour Private Charter - Saturday

    Starting at$1,599per party

    4hr

    • Up to 7 guests

    • Saturdays at 2:30pm


Location

Chicago, IL

111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Cancellation Policy

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moderate Cancellation Policy

50% refund on cancellations with 7+ days notice. No refund within 7 day window.

Reviews

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5 (12 Ratings)

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Alicia

August 2024 • Birthday Party

When I say I celebrated my 36th birthday on this beautiful boat, it was AMAZING!! Cait was so incredibly helpful and prompt with any questions I had. Her husband Greg was the coolest captain you could possibly meet. I wish I could rate this 10 stars, for it was truly a wonderful experience! You can’t go wrong if you book with them!! Thank you again!!

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Caroline

July 2024 • Bachelorette Party

Amazing experience, wonderful people, best boat trip possible. Greg and Cait were so professional and accommodating as well as kind and considerate.

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Arina

June 2024 • Birthday Party

We rented Greg’s yacht to celebrate my birthday and it was truly amazing!! The yacht itself was very clean and beautiful and Greg was accommodative and helping us with any requests we had. Thank you!

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Pat

June 2024 • Birthday Party

Couldn’t have been better! My family celebrated a birthday and two big wedding anniversaries onboard the Dragonfly on a lovely Sunday. Captain Greg guided us out into the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan, showing us views of the Chicago waterfront all the way. It was an afternoon filled with great conversations, many laughs and relaxing times. Smooth sailing for three wonderful hours. Captain Greg is the best!

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Brad

August 2023 • Birthday Party

OAB Sailing provided the perfect venue for my wife's 40th birthday party! Greg was hyper-responsive to questions in the weeks prior and very thorough. The boat arrived in immaculate condition and ready to go on the time promised. The downstairs cabin with fridge, kitchenette, head, and table worked great to hold our trays and drinks. Greg was a skilled captain, navigating a bunch of chop from other boat traffic, and we felt comfortable and unrushed the entire time. Parking is easy in the MilPark garage; follow his handout instructions to keep the walk to a few minutes! Would definitely book again!

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Oscar

August 2023 • Group-Trip Party

Wow! Absolutely grateful for Greg and the dragonfly . Always courteous and always a great time . Blessed my group with a trip to the playpen Chicago . Perfect ride and tour . Thank you so much for being a genuine good soul.

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Abby

June 2023 • Bachelorette Party

I cannot recommend "On A Boat Sailing" enough! My friends and I booked this experience with Greg & Cait for a bachelorette excursion and it was amazing. Weeks prior to our day trip our group received a thorough email with all of the information we needed for a seamless arrival...making it so easy to find the boat on the marina, etc. We had a group of 7 girls on the trip and the boat was so spacious, incredibly clean, and a great atmosphere to have fun (& relax). Greg was the best captain and built in tour guide for us girls who had never been out on the lake before. I will definitely be back to book with them again! Thank you so so much!!

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Natalie

July 2022 • Girls-Trip Party

This is a great price for a big group! We had the whole boat to ourselves and had a blast for 4 hours in the playpen! A great alternative for a private group!

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Rose

July 2022 • Bachelorette Party

Definitely recommend Greg and his sailboat for a nice day out on the lake! He was absolutely accommodating for our bachelorette party! Very prompt at answering any questions we had.

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Kailey

May 2022 • Girls-Trip Party

The boat ride with Greg was the highlight of our trip to Chicago! Greg is an experienced sailor and was kind, entertaining and accommodating. It was a great way to admire the architecture of Chicago and to relax with friends. Cannot recommend enough.

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Rachel

July 2018 • Birthday Party

This is a MUST! I booked this trip for a surprise for my boyfriend’s birthday and it did not disappoint! Greg is a wonderful host and his girlfriend Kate was amazing. They were both very knowledgeable, experienced and accommodating. Such a relaxing experience I would recommend to anyone. My original trip was scheduled for Friday and it was pouring so Greg rescheduled immediately and responded very quickly to any questions I had. It’s a must-do!

Check Availability

Book Your Experience

Four Hour Private Charter - Friday/Sunday

Starting at$1,399per party

4hr

  • Up to 7 guests

  • Fridays at 2pm

  • Sundays at 10am and 2:30pm

Four Hour Private Charter - Saturday

Starting at$1,599per party

4hr

  • Up to 7 guests

  • Saturdays at 2:30pm

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