About this tour
When Ben from our team hired out this 30ft double-decker boat on Nashville's lake, we had the whole vessel to ourselves—up to 22 people, no sharing. It's positioned as a party setup with slides, a beer pong table, and a sound system, though it swings both ways: you can lean hard into the party vibe or just chill with mates in quieter spots around the lake. The captain knows the water inside out, having worked these routes for years. Three hours gives you enough time to anchor up at party cove, take some slides, and actually relax without feeling rushed.
Highlights
- Triple-slide setup unique to this lake—kids and adults both go for it
- Master Captain with decades of local knowledge steers the whole operation
- 18ft float pad for lounging; beer pong table built in
- BYOB friendly; they supply ice and coolers to get you set up
- Quieter bays available if your group wants to escape the party crowd
- Entire boat reserved for your party—no strangers mixed in
- Premium sound system cranks without drowning out conversation
What to expect
You're booking the whole boat, so it's yours to shape. The vibe starts at pickup—the captain briefs everyone, points out the slides and float zones, and sets expectations for the three hours. Most groups head straight to party cove where other boats congregate, anchor up, and cycle through slides while music plays. The 18ft float pad is genuinely spacious; people rotate between that, the water, and the beer pong table. If your crew wants quieter water, the captain knows secluded spots where you can drift, swim, and actually talk. The slides work best when you've got a decent turnover—one person climbing while others wait isn't as fun as a group rhythm.
What surprised us: the boat handles 22 but doesn't feel rammed when you've got 15–18 people. The master captain knowledge is real—he reads the lake conditions, avoids shallows, and knows which coves are actually worth anchoring in. The sound system is crisp, not tinny. One thing to brace for: if the lake's busy on weekends, party cove gets crowded fast, and you're sharing the scene with other charters. Sunrise slots tend quieter.
Good to know
This is genuinely the best option if you've got a birthday, bucks or hens group, or just want to rent a whole boat without negotiating. The triple slides are the real drawcard for families mixed with adults. BYOB saves money if you're bringing your own drinks. The captain's expertise means you're not winging the navigation or safety.
You'll need to bring your own alcohol—none included. Towels aren't provided, so pack or hire separately. Peak weekends mean party cove gets rowdy and crowded; quieter mornings or weekdays are less hectic. Three hours sounds longer than it feels once you factor in anchoring, slides, and float time. The boat does suit all fitness levels, but slides require basic swimming confidence and mobility to climb. Public transport is nearby if you're not driving.
Group capacity is up to 22. Inclusions are ice, coolers, premium sound, beer pong table, 18ft float pad, floats, and the captain. Bring your own booze, towels, swimmers, and sunscreen. Book ahead in summer.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.







