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SAILING
CHARTER RATES
Our private sailing charter rates are for up to six people.
Our private sailing charter rates are for up to six people. The hourly charter rate includes captain, crew docking fees, and taxes. Our group sailing charter rates are for six to ten passengers. Captain fees are not included in group sailing charters.
All Windy City Sailing charter rates are hourly fees. Please remember that 10 is the maximum number of passengers allowed in your group to sail on Nebula. It is customary to leave a gratuity for your hired Captain for 15-20% of the total charter price (not to be confused with the Captain’s hourly rate).
Hourly Rates
All Windy City Sailing charter rates are hourly fees. Please remember that 10 is the maximum number of passengers allowed in your group to sail on Nebula. It is customary to leave a gratuity for your hired Captain for 15-20% of the total charter price (not to be confused with the Captain’s hourly rate).
Private Charter (1-6 passengers)
Monday – Friday $250 per hour wtih 3 hour minimum
Hourly sailing charters during the weekdays of Monday through Friday.
Private Charter (7-10 passengers)
Monday - Friday $300 per hour wtih 3 hour minimum
Hourly sailing charter rate for Monday through Friday with groups of 7-10 passengers (maximum is 10); Captain Fee Not Included.
Private Charter Wednesday Fireworks (1-6 passengers)
$275 per hour wtih 3 hour minimum
Wednesday evening firework charters depart at 7:00 PM and return to Belmont Harbor at 10:00 PM.
Private Charter Weekends & Holidays (1-6 passengers)
$275 per hour wtih 3 hour minimum
Hourly sailing charter rates for Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays
Private Charter (7-10 passengers)
Weekends, including Saturday Fireworks, $350 per hour with 3 hour minimum
Hourly sailing charter rate for groups of 7-10 passengers (maximum is 10); Captain Fee Not Included.
Private Saturday Fireworks (1-6 passengers)
$275 per hour wtih 3.5 hour minimum
Saturday evening fireworks at Navy Pier. Charters depart at 7:00 PM and return to Belmont Harbor at 11:00.
Private Charter for Special Events (4th of July, Air & Water)
$400 per hour
Special events include the 4th of July and the Chicago Air & Water Show.
What do we need to bring on the sailing charter?
Every charter includes the onboard amenities needed for a comfortable and memorable evening on the water. Guests have access to restroom facilities, spacious seating areas, bottled water, ice, and a dedicated cooler for storing food and beverages you choose to bring along. You are also welcome to play your own music through the yacht’s topside surround sound system to create the perfect atmosphere during your cruise.