Welcome to Valentino's Chicago Boat
Welcome to Valentino's Chicago Boat
About Us
Chicago Summer !
Choosing The Valentino Boat !
Choosing The Valentino Boat !
Let us celebrate summertime together.
Choosing The Valentino Boat !
Choosing The Valentino Boat !
Choosing The Valentino Boat !
The best tour around Lake Michigan and Chicago river.
Contact us today !
Choosing The Valentino Boat !
Contact us today !
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FAQ
Do all Tailgate The Lake charter boats have a licensed captain?
Absolutely yes! All of our boats come with a licensed captain & a deckhand to ensure everyone is well taken care of! Our boats are inspected and approved for commercial use by the U.S. Coast Guard, and all documentation is on board & renewed each year!
How many passengers can we have?
10 passengers
How do I book a boat?
It's simple! Right on our home page, You can also call us at 708-539-7630 or 224-334-5433 and we'll pick a day and and time that works best for your group!
BYOB?
Yes! We supply coolers & ice ~ you bring the beverages and snacks.
How long does each charter last?
We offer 90 minute and 3 hour charter time slots, and more times are available upon requests
How do I leave gratuity for the crew?
Cash tips for the captain and mate are customary and appreciated! You may also leave the tip on a credit card.
Where do we board?
31st Street Harbor, Chicago, IL, USA.
Is there a bathroom on board?
Yes! All Tailgate The Lake charter boats have a bathroom.
Are life jackets provided?
Yes! In accordance with the Coast Guard regulations, we carry a life jacket for every passenger on board, along with all required safety equipment.
What if it rains?
No problem at all ~ we will take care of you and your guests! Weather happens, and technically we do operate rain or shine as our boats are fully covered with canvas, but if our captain cancels a charter due to severe weather or high seas, your charter will be rescheduled or refunded.
What is the cancellation policy for other than weather?
We understand things come up, and also please understand that we have to keep a schedule, so we keep it simple and fair for everyone:
14 days out - you'll receive a full refund
7 days out - rain check for a future booking
6 days out or less - no refund available
Thank you for your understanding and respect of this policy 🙂
Are kids allowed to ride?
Yes! All of our boats are private charters and all are welcome!
How do I sign a waiver?
Yes! forms are available onboard .
Is there parking?
We recommend taking an Uber/LYFT.
Is smoking allowed?
No smoking on our boats.
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We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
Hours
Mon | 08:00 am – 09:00 pm | |
Tue | 08:00 am – 09:00 pm | |
Wed | 08:00 am – 09:00 pm | |
Thu | 08:00 am – 09:00 pm | |
Fri | 08:00 am – 09:00 pm | |
Sat | 09:00 am – 09:00 pm | |
Sun | 08:00 am – 09:00 pm |
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