30ft Double Decker Triple Slide Party Boat with Captain up to 22

Percy Priest Lake turns this Nashville outing into a floating party, with a 30-foot double-decker boat carrying your group toward Party Cove and its crowd of more than 100 boats. The main attractions are simple and effective: three upper-deck slides, a four-person raft for tubing, and an 18-foot float pad for lounging.

I like the private format, since your group does not share the boat with strangers, and I like the practical setup: ice, a cooler, sound system, beer pong table, floats, and a captain are included. The main drawback is time. Three hours can feel short once you account for pickup, the ride to the cove, and getting everyone in and out of the water.

Key things to know before booking

• Three slides from the top deck: You can slide straight into Percy Priest Lake instead of simply sitting on a pontoon.
• Private boat for your group: The listed price is $1,099 for up to 15 people, while the boat itself can carry up to 22.
• Captain-led party cove outing: Captains including Sean, Dave, Matt, and Taylor have been singled out for mixing safety with a fun, social approach.
• Water gear is included: Expect a four-person tube, floats, and an 18-foot inflatable lily pad, plus ice and a cooler.
• Bring your own alcohol and towels: Alcoholic drinks and towels are not included, so plan ahead.
• Three hours on Percy Priest Lake: The trip begins and ends at 3979 Bell Road in Hermitage.

Why Percy Priest Lake is the main event

This is not a quiet sightseeing cruise. The point is to get your group onto the water, into Party Cove, and moving between the boat’s slides and floating gear.

Percy Priest Lake is one of the Nashville area’s main spots for warm-weather boating. Party Cove adds the social energy. With more than 100 boats gathering there, you can expect a lively setting rather than an empty stretch of water. That makes this a good match for a bachelor or bachelorette party, a birthday, or a large friend group that wants a shared activity instead of another bar stop.

The boat is a solid 30-foot craft with a 200-horsepower Suzuki motor, according to the tour details. Its double-decker design matters because the upper deck houses three slides, while the lower area gives your group space to sit, organize drinks, and watch the action.

You should think of the boat as a party platform, not a polished yacht. The appeal is room to spread out and easy access to the water. If your ideal lake day means swimming, music, games, and a little friendly chaos, the setup makes sense.

What happens during the three-hour outing

You meet at 3979 Bell Road in Hermitage, and the activity returns to the same point. The meeting area is near public transportation, which may help if your group is coordinating rides, though the supplied details do not specify a shuttle from central Nashville.

Once aboard, the captain takes your group toward Percy Priest Lake’s Party Cove. The ride itself is part of the experience, but the schedule is built around time in the cove, where the slides, tube, and float pad become the focus.

Because the trip lasts about three hours, I would avoid treating the first part as a slow settling-in period. Have your group ready when you arrive. Decide who wants to slide first, who wants the tube, and who prefers to claim a spot on the lily pad. That small bit of planning helps you get more out of a short booking.

The boat can carry up to 22 people, but the advertised rate covers a group of up to 15. That distinction is important. A group of 10 has plenty of room for the activities and for people to sit out a round, while a group near the boat’s full capacity will feel busier once everyone brings personal items and wants water access.

Three slides, tubing, and the lily pad

The three upper-deck slides are the clearest reason to choose this boat over a standard pontoon rental. You climb to the top deck, pick a slide, and enter the lake. Since there are three slides, several people can take turns without waiting on a single chute.

The slides are also a good way to keep the group involved. A traditional cruise can split into swimmers and sitters. Here, the upper deck gives you a visible activity, while the water below offers room for tubing and floating.

The four-person raft adds another option. It is not just a private swimming platform. The itinerary specifically includes tubing on the raft, so your group can rotate through a more active water ride. The supplied details do not state the tow arrangement or exact tubing route, so ask the captain how that portion will work when you board.

For a slower pace, use the 5-by-10-foot inflatable lily pad, also described in the included equipment as an 18-foot float pad. The measurements differ in the supplied information, so I would treat it as a large group float rather than rely on one exact dimension. It gives people a place to stretch out between slides and keeps the day from becoming nonstop activity.

The floats are useful for mixed groups. Some people want every slide and raft ride. Others want to sit in the sun, listen to music, and talk. This boat lets both types share the same outing.

The captain can shape the whole day

A captain is included, and that is a major practical benefit. Nobody in your party has to stay sober to operate the boat or spend the day managing navigation.

The captain also sets the tone. Sean is praised for making a bachelor party especially memorable and for playing games and paying close attention to service. Dave is described as keeping the group safe while still making the experience fun. Matt is noted as a strong captain for a bachelorette outing, and Taylor is praised for balancing safety and enjoyment.

Those details suggest an active host role rather than a captain who simply drives from point A to point B. Still, the exact captain is not guaranteed in the information provided. You should treat the names as examples of the team, not as a promise that one particular person will be assigned to your booking.

A good captain matters at Party Cove. The setting can be crowded, and your group will be moving between a boat, floating equipment, and open water. The experience works best when the captain keeps an eye on safety without killing the party mood.

What is included, and what you need to bring

The equipment list is generous for a three-hour private rental:

• Ice
• Cooler
• Premium sound system
• Beer pong table
• 18-foot float pad
• Additional floats
• Master captain
• Four-person tubing raft
• Three boat slides

You need to bring alcoholic beverages if you want them, since drinks are not included. The cooler and ice are supplied, which saves you from arranging a separate way to keep beverages cold. The listing does not specify drink limits, glassware rules, or food arrangements, so ask the operator for those details before the day.

Towels are not included. Bring your own, along with whatever personal items you need for a wet outing. The supplied information does not give a storage policy, so keep belongings compact and ask where dry items should go.

The beer pong table gives the group a built-in game, but it also takes up some usable space. That is not a problem for most groups, especially those booking well below the boat’s 22-person capacity. At a larger headcount, think about how much room you really need for people, coolers, bags, and float equipment.

Is $1,099 a fair price?

The price is $1,099 per group of up to 15, not per person. At the full advertised group size, that works out to roughly $73 per person before any additional costs. A group of 10 would pay about $110 per person, while a smaller group pays more for the same private boat.

The value comes from privacy and included equipment. You are not buying a simple seat on a shared cruise. You get the boat for your group, a captain, a cooler with ice, a sound system, floats, a beer pong table, slides, and the water activities.

The comparison changes if your group only wants a calm cruise. In that case, the slides and party setup may be more than you need. But if you would otherwise rent a boat, pay for a captain, arrange water floats, and find a place for your entire group to socialize, the bundled price is easier to justify.

The private format is especially useful for celebrations. A group can choose its own music, set its own pace, and avoid sharing a confined boat with another party. The price makes the most sense when you have enough people to fill much of the booking.

Best occasions for this party boat

This experience is built for social groups. Bachelorette parties are a particularly natural fit, and several of the supplied comments describe the boat as a highlight of that kind of weekend. Bachelor parties also work well, especially for a group that wants more than a bar crawl.

It could also suit:

• Birthday groups
• Family and friend gatherings
• Reunion outings
• Pre-wedding celebrations
• Groups looking for a warm-weather activity near Nashville

I would choose it for people who enjoy music, water games, swimming, and a lively setting. I would not choose it for a quiet nature cruise or a formal sightseeing trip. Party Cove is the destination, and the energy there is part of the deal.

The age and ability range of your group also matters. The details say most people can participate, but they do not give specific requirements for the slides, tubing, or float pad. If someone in your group has mobility, swimming, or medical concerns, contact the operator before booking.

The time limit is the biggest consideration

The most consistent criticism in the supplied comments is not about the boat or the captains. It is that people wished for a longer time slot.

That makes sense. Three hours sounds generous until you add the meeting process, boarding, the ride to Party Cove, safety instructions, water activities, and the return trip. With a large group, simply getting everyone through the slides and onto the raft can take time.

You can improve the experience by arriving ready, keeping bags small, and deciding in advance how your group wants to use the time. If everyone wants to slide, start early. If your group mainly wants to float and socialize, you can settle into the cove without trying to complete every activity.

The short duration is less of a concern for a group combining this with other Nashville plans. It works neatly as one scheduled part of a celebration. If you want a full-day lake outing, this is not that product.

What the experience gets right

The strongest part of this outing is the combination of fun equipment and capable hosting. A boat with three slides is more memorable than a plain pontoon, but equipment alone does not guarantee a good day. The captain’s role helps turn the boat into a planned group activity.

Cleanliness also comes through as a positive detail. The boat has been described as clean, with a large cooler and plenty of room for a group of 10. That matters on a wet boat where gear, drinks, and people can quickly make the space feel cramped.

The sound system supports the party atmosphere, and the beer pong table gives you another activity once people are back aboard. The lily pad and floats keep less adventurous members included.

Safety gets positive attention too. Dave and Taylor are specifically associated with keeping the outing safe while maintaining a good mood. You should still follow the captain’s instructions, especially around the slides, raft, and crowded cove.

Booking and cancellation details

Confirmation is provided at booking, and the activity is offered in English. It is a private tour, so only your group participates.

The cancellation policy is strict: the experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If your dates or group size are uncertain, make sure those details are settled before paying. This is not a flexible reservation you can adjust later without financial risk.

The activity is booked well ahead of time, with an average lead time of about 82 days. That is a useful signal for popular summer dates and celebration weekends. If your schedule is fixed, do not assume you can wait until the week of your trip.

Should you book the Percy Priest Lake party boat?

Book it if your group wants a private, captain-led water party with slides, a tube, floats, music, and access to Party Cove. The strongest case is a group large enough to share the $1,099 cost and lively enough to use the equipment.

Think twice if you want quiet scenery, flexible cancellation, or more than three hours on the lake. You will also need to provide alcohol and towels, and the exact captain is not guaranteed.

For a Nashville celebration, I would put this high on the list, especially for 10 to 15 people. Arrive prepared, bring towels and drinks, and use the first minutes wisely. The boat supplies the setting and gear. Your group supplies the energy.

FAQ

Where does the boat trip start?

The activity starts at 3979 Bell Road, Hermitage, Tennessee 37076, USA.

Where does the experience end?

The boat returns to the same meeting point at 3979 Bell Road.

How long does the experience last?

The outing lasts approximately three hours.

How much does the boat cost?

The listed price is $1,099 per group for up to 15 people.

How many people can the boat carry?

The 30-foot boat can carry up to 22 passengers, while the listed group price covers up to 15 people.

Is the boat private?

Yes. This is a private activity, so only your group participates.

What water equipment is included?

The experience includes three slides, a four-person tubing raft, an 18-foot float pad, and additional floats.

Are food and alcoholic drinks included?

Alcoholic beverages are not included. The supplied information does not list food as included.

Are towels provided, and can I cancel for a refund?

Towels are not included. The booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.