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Simply The Best Lake Minnetonka Boat Cruise

Explore beautiful Lake Minnetonka on a fantastic party cruise! We offer four unique party boats that are the perfect way to spend time with family and friends on the lake. We can also work closely with your company to plan fantastic small-group cruises and corporate events. We off no minimum on our public cruises which start at $55/per person. But our private cruises range from $39-$49/per person based on the time of day! If you want to book a private cruise, book for the minimum (8 seats) and add more people later! Its that simple! The boat capacity is 18 people on most boats! All tours are BYOB! Which makes us the only charter boat on Lake Minnetonka!

Our tiki-themed cruise boat is ready for fun! Bring your bachelor or bachelorette party, birthday bash, family trip, and neighborhood outings. The TikiTap can accommodate up to 18 partiers. For a truly great cruise in downtown Excelsior, we've got the RegularTap cruise for a group of up to 14 fun-loving people.

Meet LazyTap Party Pontoon, at 300 square feet, this is our largest party boat. This active tour boat offers the true laid back pontoon boating experience, which are great for active tour groups and team building. You are free to move around the boat as much or as little as you want. The LazyTap always impresses with its views of Lake Minnetonka, the 100 square feet on the upper deck is sure to give you the feeling that this boat never ends! Stretch out and enjoy this massive vessel for your private party.

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Private Tours (All Boats)

PaddleTap is proud to offer private tours on all of our party boats! These one-of-a-kind Tiki Boats, Pedal Pubs, or Party Pontoons can be rented out on Excelsior Bay or Seaton Channel! Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Minnetonka!

Take a peek at all our boating options and which locations they start from. You will truly love this experience for any Bachelorette, Birthday or Corporate outing!

All private tours are charged on a per person fee. Prices are $39/person Monday-Wednesday and $45/person Thursday-Sunday with a $4/increase for prime summer on all tickets in July. 8 Tickets or more are required to reserve a private boat. We have a public option that is $55/person if you have less than 8.

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Small Group/Public Tour (All Boats)

Do you have a smaller group? Or just don't want to rent the entire boat? Book our per seat boating option! Perfect for those smaller groups who still want to go out and celebrate that Birthday/Bachelorette or even just a night out! This option does have a requirement of of 6 guests to guarantee it will go out. But you only pay for as many seats as you want. This option is not guaranteed private, and it is very likely you will be paired with other people! (we offer private cruises that start with 8 ppl-18 ppl)

This public option is only available out of our Back Channel Brewing Location (LazyTap or TikiPubs) and downtown Excelsior on our original Pedal Pub Boat Cruise.

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TikiTap-Back Channel Brewing

Our 100 minute cruise our Tiki Pub (yes, its a Tiki Themed Party Pontoon Boat and has ZERO pedals) boat offer the perfect scenic escape! It's our #1 Boat Tour for Bachelorette Parties!

This is our newest boat on Lake Minnetonka for the season. This adventure is perfect for any corporate event, private birthday party or just for fun on a bachelorette or bachelor parties!

This is the newest and largest single boat we offer and is 26 feet long and almost 12 feet wide! This party boat includes comfortable bar stool seating around the custom tiki bar, and seating for maximum of 18 total guests with plenty of walking room around the almost 300 square foot deck.

Enjoy our one of a kind Tiki Themed bar to rest your beer, wine, or cocktails.

Do you have any worry about a bathroom? Don’t! this boat does come equipped with a full bathroom for you to use.

Worried about rain? Don’t! We have a large canopy that covers 70% of the TikiTap! If this boat is open, book it soon as this is for sure the first one to be reserved.

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100 minutes long Bluetooth music BYOB Bathroom on board Departs out of Back Channel Brewing in Spring Park 300 square feet of usable room Holds up to 18 guests Pricing: $39-$49/person Private Cruise (8 or more required tickets to make it private) 135 HSP Gas Motor

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LazyTap Double Deck-Back Channel Brewing (18 person boat)

PaddleTap’s #1 boat tour! For the people who like to take it easy on the lake! Our LazyTap Party Boat ride has your name written all over it. This is our only double deck party boat that is massive! PaddleTap offers one boat for 2024. This boat can hold up to 18 guests!

Both boats offers two levels and covers at least 300 of deck space on the main level with an additional 100 square feet on the upper deck! This boat has zero pedals and is the true lazy experience that can hold up to 18 total guests!

These boats offer a private party bar down the middle for you to load up with your own drinks and bench seating all the way down on both sides.

We have a large wide open space in the front where people can move around and take in the views, or sit in our comfy seating all around.

This is our only boat that can allow swimming (on requests) but it still does only last 100 minutes. If you do choose to swim, we limit it to four people at one time and must wear a life jacket (provided). Swimming on our LazyTap is only allowed out of Back Channel. We do not allow it out of Downtown Excelsior.

The LazyTap has a large 150 HSP motor, we can cover a fair amount of lake to enjoy everything that Lake Minnetonka offers! Our pickups are out of Back Channel Brewing, Lord Fletchers, Downtown Excelsior or Wayzata. What to know:

Private boat captain 100 minutes long Bluetooth music BYOB Bathroom on board Departs out of Back Channel Brewing in Spring Park 400 square feet of usable room (two levels) Holds up to 14-18 guests (depending on the boat you select) Pricing: $39-$45/person Private Cruise (8 or more required tickets to make it private) *$4/more a person from July 12th-August 4th 2024* 150 HSP Gas Motor Zero Pedals (not even an option here)

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RegularTap Paddle Pub-Downtown Excelsior

PaddleTap is proud to offer private tours on our only downtown Excelsior powered party boat! These one of a kind Pedal Pubs can be rented out on Excelsior Bay!

Our Paddle Pub "RegularTap" Party Boat, holds a maximum of 14 people! This is great for private cruises who want to depart out of the award winning downtown Excelsior which is only 20 minutes from Minneapolis!

Plenty of local bars and restaurant’s such as: -Maynards -Excelsior Brewing -Haskells (also a liquor store for any last minute items) -Lago Tacos or The Suburban that are walking distance from our pickup location!

This is definitely the spot on the lake with the most action. You can even see the famous “Big Island” on your cruise if you ask your captain! What to know:

100 minutes long Bluetooth music BYOB Departs out of Downtown Excelsior 250 square feet of usable room Holds up to 14 guests Pricing: $39-$49/person Private Cruise (8 or more required tickets to make it private) 25 HSP Gas Motor Peddling (optional)

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2.5 hour Private Tour-Private Tour Back Channel Brewing (18 max)

PaddleTaps longest tour of the season-2 hours and 30 minutes! This tour is new for 2024, and only being offered starting in June of 2024.

Explore Lake Minnetonka in the fall where the leaves start changing. Explore the channels and bays that the larger charter boats cannot offer. Bring your own beverages, some snacks and let us drive you around West Arm/Seaton Channel/Cooks Bay for 2.5 hour on the water, our longest cruises of the year! We will get up and close to some of the best fall colors Lake Minnetonka offers. This tour will have a bathroom on board as well with bluetooth music.

This tour will either be on our largest 30 foot LazyTap double deck boat, or the 25 foot TikiTap boat. Depending on boat availability with other tours being offered"

Pricing is $70/person for the 2.5 hours, and private bookings require 8 tickets to be purchased as a down-payments are utlizied before the season starts to reserve your boat. But you are more than welcome to book as many seats as you need up to the boat maximum of 18 guests.

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Electric Duffy Boat Rental (Downtown Excelsior)

Enjoy the newest boat rental on Lake Minnetonka. Departing daily out of downtown Excelsior. Walking distance from many local bars and restaurants. Enjoy the only eco friendly, battery operated Duffy boat rentals on Lake Minnetonka. Slowly cruise around Excelsior bay in style and enjoy the calm waters of the no wake areas of St. Albans and Excelsior Bay. This boat does not have a boat captain provided, and the renter is required to drive the boat. Don't worry about an agenda and drive at your own pace. Boat rentals are allowed for small groups and large groups. Large groups can hold up to 12 guests. As pricing is based off of the boat and if you want a small or large group rental. Rentals can last anywhere from 2-3 hour long, you decide when you book! For more information checkout our sister company www.Electricshores.co to learn more!

Why choose us?

Fantastic Tour Boats On Lake Minnetonka

Our friendly service sets us apart from other boats offering private and public cruises on Minnetonka. Our private cruises have a friendly, knowledgeable captain at the helm guiding your cruise to some of the best spots in Minnetonka. All our cruises have Bluetooth speakers and coolers on board. For the true booze cruise party experience, most of our boats are ready for you to bring your choice of beverages to offer your personalized bar service. What also makes our cruises so unique is we charge a flat fee per person and all tours are bring your own beverage (BYOB). Private cruise you will only pay for the number of tickets you select!

Private boat tours have a flat per-person charge ranging from $39-$49/person. Private tours require at least 8 tickets to be purchased at the time of booking. You can always add more tickets as needed to boat capacity. Our small group/public seats combine smaller groups. Requiring our first booking to be at least 6 tickets, and then single tickets are allowed after!

Top Rated BYOB Private and Public Boat Cruises

We are the best party boats on Lake Minnetonka. The #1 Bachelorette Party boat in Minnesota and we've been rated 5 stars by our customers! We carry a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We are the only charter boat company on Lake Minnetonka to offer a flat per-person charge for private boat cruises!

Private Captains Every Tour

We have private captain on every tour. You will have a private captain to guide you through the tour and make sure you have a great time!

Custom Boat Tours

Our boat tours are customizable! You can choose from a variety of themes and activities, or even create your own custom experience!

Discover Lake Minnetonka

In Minnesota, the land of lakes, Minnetonka is arguably the most popular. In early 1900 Big Island on Minnetonka was home to the Big Island Amusement Park. Visitors would take the ferry cruise out to the island during the summer to enjoy an afternoon with the family or a romantic Friday night for couples. The amusement park was eventually demolished, and the island is now a municipal nature park. Lake Minnetonka now is home to being the #1 Party lake in Minnesota, and ranking in the top 10 on most nationwide lists!

Beautiful historic mansions surround Minnetonka, many owned by celebrities. The largest was the former Pillsbury mansion, a 32,000-square-foot home that was demolished, and the land was divided to sell in smaller parcels. On a Minnetonka cruise, a knowledgeable local captain will point out some of the lovely homes around the lake. With more than 30 bays on the lake, cruises are a great way to explore all the nooks and crannies.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum amount of people i need to reserve a private tour.

Yes! Our private tours are priced per person ranging from $39-$49/person. 8 tickets are required to book privately. You can book up to the boat maximum if you have a larger party. If you don't have 8 tickets we do offer a $55/person on our public cruise.

How Long Does Each Boat Tour Last?

All of our tours last 100 minutes long. We do have a 2.5 hour cruise set to departure for 2024. This tour will only depart out of our Back Channel Brewing location and take aboard our LazyTap or TikiTap boats with limited availability.

What is your cancelation policy? Do you allow deposits to reserve?

Our cancelation policy is simple. 30 days out you can cancel and get a full refund. 0-29 days all sales are final. If we end up having bad weather (unsafe boating conditions), we allow rain checks. This decision is typically made on the day of your cruise. We do offer Trip Insurance which can be purchased at the time of checkout. That allows refunds 14 days out from the cruise and must purchase it at the time of checkout.

We do not allow deposits for online reservations currently. If you are still waiting for the final count before booking, we recommend just booking the minimum amount of 10 people for the lowest cost. You can always add more people later!

Are the Paddle Pubs BYOB food and drinks?

Our Lake Minnetonka Downtown Excelsior is BYOB and so is our Back Channel Pickup, and coolers are allowed. If you want our staple Lord Fletcher’s pickup on Lake Minnetonka, you must first purchase drinks from them (off sale). Coolers will not be allowed at all at Lord Fletcher’s pickup. When you book a boat ride, a link will be emailed to you, so you can easily place your order from Lord Fletcher’s. You are always able to bring your own food and snacks as well.

**Ice is not provided**

Is There Music on the Paddle Pub and the other Party Boats?

Yes, each tour boat offers Bluetooth connection, so you can sync your smartphone and start listening to your favorite tunes the moment we head out onto the lake.

What happens if we get sick on the boat?

While most people are fine on the boat, one in awhile someone gets sick. If that is the case we have the right to charge your credit card $100-250 per incident depending on the amount of cleanup needed

Is Swimming Allowed?

We do not allow swimming on our classic pedal pub (PaddleTap Boat) tours or the TikiTap Tour. We do allow swimming on the Lazytap only. People who choose to swim must wear a life jacket (provided) and only 4 in the water at a time. This will only be available out of our Back Channel Location (Excelsior LazyTap doesn’t allow swimming)

Is Fishing Allowed on a Paddle Pub?

We don’t allow fishing on any of our boat tours. We leave that work up to the pros on Lake Minnetonka.

Are Bathrooms On Board Your Paddle Pub?

We do have a bathroom aboard our LazyTap, TikiTap and SuperTap booze cruises. The only boat without a bathroom is our RegularTap out of Downtown Excelsior. The duration of the LazyTap is 2 hours long, and the other boats are 100 minutes. However, our pedal-powered RegularTap out of Excelsior does not include a bathroom. But don’t worry, we have many friends on the lakes, so we can stop as needed, if you need a break.

Can we Tip the Boat Tour Guides?

Yes! If you enjoy your trip, your paddle captain will appreciate it! Most also have Venmo! You can also pre tip online when you reserve your tour.

How Do I Book a PaddleTap Boat Tour?

Booking a boat ride on Lake Minnetonka is easy! Click Book Now and decide which boat and location options you like best to celebrate an upcoming event or team building outing. For questions about any of our boat rides, contact us today! We just have click "Book Now". Depending if your purchase is more date driven or experience driven.

If you notice one of the boats you wanted is booked, please look at the other boat options some boats are more popular than others. Or give us a call and we can also help plan your party!

How Many People Fit on Each Boat Tour?

3 of our boats (TikiTap and LazyTap boats) Can hold 18 guests. The RegularTap can hold 14 guests. You can reserve these boats as a Private Tour by purchasing 10 tickets or more. Pricing is flat per person ranging from $39-$49/person based on the time of the week.

Can You Accommodate Groups Bigger than 18?

Yes! We have multiple boats we can pair for large groups. We have had corporate events as large as 100 people before. Group sizes over 18 people isn’t an issue at all. Give us a call or email and we can help plan the details.

What Is The Minimum Amount of People to Book? Do You Have A Per Seat Option?

Our private tours require a minimum of 8 tickets to be purchased to reserve. We do offer small group/public cruises if you have less than 8 people. Private cruises during the week can get as low as $312/8 people on our Monday-Wednesday times. Most tours are $45/person on average.

If I book a private cruise now for only 8 guests, can I add more guests later onto my cruise?

Yes! You can always add more guests as you get closer to your cruise. We just require 8 tickets to be purchased in order to reserve your private boat tour. We prefer to know the final count sooner rather than later.

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The perfect fusion of spectacular scenery and attentive award-winning service aboard Al and Alma’s magnificent Lake Minnetonka Fleet. Transcend expectations of four-walled meeting spaces and land locked dining rooms for a 360 degree view of Lake Minnetonka’s incredible shoreline, islands, and homes. Business and personal events for private groups can reserve an entire yacht to take advantage of personalized cruise details. With individual yacht capacities from 20 to 149 guests and combined capacities of over 400 guests, Lake Minnetonka’s largest and most experienced fleet will accommodate your group’s needs! Delightful food and drink menus designed by you and your event planner will champion the day and help to create lasting memories for your family, friends, co-workers, or clients.

You will experience the Al and Alma’s difference in our attention to detail. Our team is passionate about ensuring that your event is a complete success. From details forged by a strong partnership of your ideas with the vision of our professional event planners and the experienced execution of our chefs and onboard staff, all of us will be working on your behalf with one common goal: exceptional service in an unforgettable setting.

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Align your product and team with our award-winning fleet and cruise professionals. Since 1970, businesses and their leaders have trusted the team at Al and Alma’s to deliver an unrivaled Lake Minnetonka cruise experience!

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Our award-winning team will listen to your vision and work within your budget to create a cruise event like no other. Look around our site and explore our popular cruise packages and partner with our event planners to create an event all your own.

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Employee Reward Cruises

Plan a team outing where everything is ship shape.

364 days a year, your employees serve your clients. For one day, let ours serve them. Rejuvenate and reward your team with delightful food and beverage and enjoy the spectacular sights of Lake Minnetonka aboard our magnificent fleet .

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Take your team on a 3 hour vacation! Our planners can help add elements of fun to your cruise and unite your team in celebration. Casino tables, signature beverages, wine tastings, live music, manicures and massages are just a few of the elements that can be added to your cruise!

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Navigate your off site meeting to our private room in the Al and Alma’s Loft. Perfect for meetings of 40 guests or receptions for 60 guests. Spend the day inspired on land and celebrate your accomplishments with a post meeting cruise on the lake!

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Corporate Off-Site Cruises

The off-site meeting that won't end in mutiny.

Leave the board room behind and inspire your team with the magnificent backdrop of Lake Minnetonka as you navigate your important agenda. Our high-tech motoryachts have the space and meeting amenities you need to accomplish your goals!

Contact one of our experts today to set up your private cruise or corporate outing.

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Boats and Burgers Cruise

Cruise on one of our two story Yachts from the Port of Excelsior in Downtown Excelsior. Cruise around Big Island past the Beautiful Homes, parks and marinas on a Two Hour Narrated scenic Cruise.

Sunday Brunch Cruise

Enjoy a full brunch as you cruise around Lake Minnetonka.

Elvis Dinner Show Cruise

You don’t want to miss our signature, Memories of Elvis show!

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Public Fall Colors Cruise

Enjoy a scenic cruise of Lake Minnetonka with a Beer, Wine or Soft drink included.

Sunday Dinner Show Cruise

Enjoy a Great Two Hour Dinner Cruise on Lake Minnetonka with LIVE Music from the 70’s – 80’s and Today. Classics, Rock and Roll & Country Music.

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Friday Night – Happy Hour Cruise

Enjoy your Friday night with this Happy Hour Cruise through Lake Minnetonka!

Monday Night – BBB Cruise (Build your own Burrito Bowl)

Price Adult – $39.95 Child – $24.95 Children under 2 are free Duration 2 Hours Details Build your own Burrito or Burrito Bowl while cruising on one of our two-story

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Excelsior Brewing Company “Brews Cruise”

Join us for a Sunday Afternoon Brews Cruise with Excelsior Brewing Company!

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July 4th – 7:30pm Three Hour Dessert and Fireworks Cruise

Join us for a Fourth of July celebration on Lake Minnetonka.

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Your Captain and First Mate

Born and raised in Minnesota, we love all the lakes and nature our great state has to offer. We had a cabin up north for a while but wanted to be closer to family more so moved near the great Lake Minnetonka so we could explore and enjoy it's waters without being to far from home. We're out on the lake every chance we get!

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How we started

Once we had our boat and started touring Minnetonka for ourselves, we decided it was too great not to share with others. We love learning about the lake and it's residents - both human and animal! It's a never ending facination we like to share with our friends and other like-minded folks.

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Our passion

We love nature and are (very) novice photographers. Lake Minnetonka has much to offer with expansive views, gorgeous bays, animal life and unbelievable estates. It's a photographer's paradise! Sailboats, Loons, Eagles, and even Otters are a few things to see among many other sights. Each day is different and exciting, while being surrounded by water, nature, and beautiful homes. The fall color cruises are a beautiful way to end each season and prepare for a break until Spring. 

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The Lady of the Lake, historic Lake Minnetonka Sternwheeler

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Whether your occasion is formal or informal, from corporate outings and company functions to weddings and rehearsal dinners, birthday parties and anniversary parties, we have the skills and experience to make your event run smoothly!

The Lady of the Lake offers three decks for your guest’s enjoyment, including a windowed dining area, an open-sided seating deck, and a top-level sun deck.

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Comfort and Relaxation

Your guests will enjoy relaxing or strolling about the Lady of the Lake, taking in the sights of Lake Minnetonka from these varied perspectives!

The Lady of the Lake offers classic accommodations and top notch service that will have your guests remembering your event for years to come.

History and Community Involvement

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Modeled on the original Lake Minnetonka luxury paddlewheeler, the Belle of Minnetonka , a 2000 passenger sternwheeler enjoyed by Minneapolis residents who came by train to summer in the lake, the Lady of the Lake was first christened as Mary Way in 1963. Fifteen years later after she was refitted with new engines she was re-christened as the Lady of the Lake. Since her first cruise on Lake Minnetonka, out of Excelsior Bay, she has played host to vacationers, Arts Festival, and Apple Festival fairgoers. She remains the only triple deck boat on Lake Minnetonka, and has the largest open air deck on the lake.

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PARADISE DESTINY II

Step aboard the beautiful 40-100 passenger paradise destiny ii on lake minnetonka, truly one of a kind, prices starting as low as $315 per hour. call to start planning your cruise today.

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Stunning from bow to stern, this luxurious new motor-yacht boasts 2 decks of floor-to-ceiling windows, a grand center staircase, hard surface counter tops, spacious bathrooms, skylights, large open-air aft deck, elegant aft patio deck, 2 climate controlled grand salons, the most advanced safety features, a state of the art entertainment system, and much more!

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  • 70 feet in length
  • Spacious bow and upper outer deck areas
  • Accommodations for 40 to 100 passengers
  • Floor to ceiling windows on both decks
  • Boarding 15 minutes prior to cruise time
  • 60 passenger maximum for on-board wedding ceremony
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  • All weather enclosure for upper outer deck
  • Complimentary dry snacks upon boarding
  • Private boarding dock at Port of Excelsior
  • Beautiful Climate Controlled grand salons
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  • 2 Digital LCD TVs with video connections
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  • Dance areas available
  • White linens (for an additional charge)
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We are conveniently located at 2 Water St. at the Port of Excelsior.

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    Come aboard and enjoy our exciting Lake Minnetonka boat cruise for all occasions, from bachelorette parties to family trips! +1 612-607-3681 (Call or Text) ... With more than 30 bays on the lake, cruises are a great way to explore all the nooks and crannies. Frequently asked questions

  7. Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen

    Welcome Aboard Paradise Charter Cruises! Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen offer sightseeing boat cruises, scenic tours and private charters on Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic Mississippi River, the Minneapolis Skyline and the beautiful Lake Minnetonka area, with options ...

  8. Al and Alma's Charter Cruises on Lake Minnetonka

    Our fleet is the perfect solution to creating one of the Twin Cities most unique entertainment experiences. Breathtaking sights and sunsets, delightful cuisine and professional attentive service all contribute to the making of an unforgettable event setting. Whether you're planning an outing for 2 aboard our public Lake Minnetonka brunch or dinner cruises or a private family, social or ...

  9. The Best Things to Do in Lake Minnetonka Area This Summer

    To fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Lake Minnetonka region, a visit to the Three Rivers Regional Parks is a must-do. The development consists of more than 27,000 acres of parks and recreational trails. Popular things to do at the parks include fishing on the rivers and streams, walking your dog on the dedicated dog trails ...

  10. Charter Boat Cruises Excelsior Minnesota

    Cruise Lake Minnetonka aboard the Historic Sternwheeler: Lady of the Lake 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 ...

  11. Public Boat Cruises on Lake Minnetonka Minnesota

    We have accommodated many wheel chairs through the years! Feel free to call for further questions!!! - We do go out rain or shine! - For our public cruises, once your ticket is purchased on-line we do not offer refunds. - Tickets cost $16.00 Adults, $8.00 Children (ages 4-12), FREE (4 & under)

  12. Lady of the Lake Cruise Schedule from downtown Excelsior

    Lady of the Lake has been entertaining with both private and public cruises for over 40 years! Wedding Events - Corporate Retreats - Company Functions - Anniversaries & Birthdays Personal Events When the occasion calls for a charming venue on Lake Minnetonka call Lady of the Lake (952) 929-1209

  13. Private Cruise

    Private Cruises. Indulge yourself and your guests. The perfect fusion of spectacular scenery and attentive award-winning service aboard Al and Alma's magnificent Lake Minnetonka Fleet. Transcend expectations of four-walled meeting spaces and land locked dining rooms for a 360 degree view of Lake Minnetonka's incredible shoreline, islands ...

  14. Al & Alma's Supper Club and Charter Cruises

    Al & Alma's offers the original and largest fleet of modern charter and dinner cruise boats on Lake Minnetonka as well as classic Lake Minnetonka dining at Al & Alma's Supper Club on Cook's Bay. Whether you're planning an outing for two aboard our public brunch or dinner cruises, or a private family, social or corporate function for 149, Al ...

  15. Lady of the Lake Paddlewheel Boat Cruises

    Lady of the Lake Paddlewheel Boat Cruises Docked in Excelsior Lake Minnetonka Excelsior, MN 55331 (952) 929-1209 (Phone) (952) 400-8954 (Fax) View Website Send Email. Get Directions About. Enjoy a historically narrated cruise around Big Island. Lake Minnetonka' s only 150 passenger paddle wheel boat. ...

  16. Lake Minnetonka Public Cruises

    Lake Minnetonka Public Cruises. Sunday's & Wednesday's From $ 39.95. 2 Hours; Boats and Burgers Cruise. ... Enjoy a Great Two Hour Dinner Cruise on Lake Minnetonka with LIVE Music from the 70's - 80's and Today. Classics, Rock and Roll & Country Music. Book Now Learn More

  17. Minnetonka Tours

    Lake Minnetonka has much to offer with expansive views, gorgeous bays, animal life and unbelievable estates. It's a photographer's paradise! Sailboats, Loons, Eagles, and even Otters are a few things to see among many other sights. Each day is different and exciting, while being surrounded by water, nature, and beautiful homes.

  18. Mississippi River Cruises

    To reserve this cruise for your group, please call 952-474-8058. Sunday Cheeseburger In Paradise Cruise: $44.00 per person | Children under 2 Free. Departing from Bohemian Flats on the Mississippi River. Starting Mother's Day through Fall Colors. Sundays 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

  19. Al & Alma's

    Lake Minnetonka cruise on Al and Alma's fleet of luxury charter boats - weddings, rehearsal dinners, events, corporate party, public, private dinner-brunch excursions Previous March 2024

  20. Lake Minnetonka Cruises, Boat Rentals: Excelsior Minnesota

    Historic Lake Minnetonka Boat Cruises The Belle of Minnetonka, first launched in 1882, was the inspiration for the Lady of the Lake. After leaving the Excelsior Bay on Lake Minnetonka the panoramic view from the sun deck of the Lady of the Lake is delightful for sightseeing boat cruises and scenic tours of Lake Minntonka. Wedding parties, social groups and private and public tours will all ...

  21. Public Cruises

    Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic Mississippi River and Minneapolis Skyline and the beauty of the Lake Minnetonka area. We offer cruises ranging from delicious lunch cruises to romantic dinner cruises, from narrated sightseeing tours to special events and special event cruises. Whether it's fun for the whole family or a ...

  22. Lake Minnetonka Cruises on the Lady of the Lake

    Modeled on the original Lake Minnetonka luxury paddlewheeler, the Belle of Minnetonka, a 2000 passenger sternwheeler enjoyed by Minneapolis residents who came by train to summer in the lake, the Lady of the Lake was first christened as Mary Way in 1963. Fifteen years later after she was refitted with new engines she was re-christened as the ...

  23. Discover Paradise Destiny II

    View The Paradise Destiny II. This luxurious 70 foot motor-yacht is the most accommodating yacht for groups of 40 to 100 passengers on Lake Minnetonka. Stunning from bow to stern, this luxurious new motor-yacht boasts 2 decks of floor-to-ceiling windows, a grand center staircase, hard surface counter tops, spacious bathrooms, skylights, large ...