boat captain, scott gerke, on a private chicago river cruise

Every service is a white-glove experience.

With a career background in event production & hospitality, I have spent the last 15 years perfecting the yachting experience for my clients. From curated excursions to boat deliveries, our time together on the water will always be planned with intention.

If you’re looking for a boat to rent or have your own, all you have to do is hire me separately as your captain. From there we can plan out the perfect timeline for your day out on the water.

Services

Luxury Private Yacht Charters

  • Planned out experiences of your choice

  • Customized pick up/drop off locations

  • Catering, water toys, photographer/videographer options available

Experiential Events

  • Sunset cruises

  • Private dinners

  • Engagements & proposals

  • Corporate networking

Yacht Deliveries

  • Taking your boat to local dry dock for storage

  • Available for long distance deliveries

Training & Sea Trials

  • Instructions on how to dock/drive/anchor at boat

  • Just bought a boat? I can help you understand how it all works


My Rates

Vessel over 50ft

  • Captain Fee: Starts at $150/hr

  • 1st Mate/Deckhand/Stew: Starts at $50/hr

Vessel under 50ft

  • Captain Fee: Starts at $125/hr

  • 1st Mate/Deckhand/Stew:Starts at $25/hr

    Additional fees for event planning. Payments can be made via Zelle, cash, or credit card (3.5% fee)


What to Expect

  • Impeccable hospitality

  • A captain & crew who puts safety first

  • Taking you to your destination of choice

  • We take pictures for you upon request

  • No need to clean the boat, we take care of that for you.

  • Help from us to organize all of your food, drinks, and belongings throughout the entire trip

  • A preferred vendor’s list for catering, private chef, entertainment, photographer/videographer, & water toys