This was a great trip. The staff was super friendly. The location was great, it was close to all the sights downtown. A 2 hour trip from their location allowed us to spend time seeing all the right sights on the river. Thank you guys!
Such a fun experience and a great way to experience Navy Pier fireworks for the first time. The guides were excellent and ensured everyone was safe, despite the amount of boat traffic on the river.
From beginning to end the crew and workers were very polite and informed us about everything we needed to know beforehand. Our safety was taken seriously and I couldn’t be more happier to have had them guide me through it. Definitely would go back and try it again and it’s good for friends, couples, etc.
Quick instruction on river etiquette and we were launched. Lovely people and great launch site. Will definitely go back next time.
We decided to do their Shady Chicago: Ghosts and Gangsters tour on our last night in town…and we were so glad we did. It was such a great way to see the city and learn a little bit about it’s history. The weather was perfect, the staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable and the tour was the perfect length. To be on the water at night with the lights of Chicago all around you is truly worth the price of admission. The fun facts and stories delivered by the delightful Seth only added to the experience. It was the perfect end to our trip. Thanks, guys!!
We did the Shady Chicago tour and it was even better than expected. Beautiful views of the city at night from the river and the stories were interesting too with a lot of Chicago history thrown in. Would definitely recommend!
What a fantastic adventure. I thought my friend was crazy for choosing this as her birthday night out with friends. I haven’t laughed so much in 1 night! The crew was knowledgeable & friendly they put the icing on the night for us. Have never gone kayaking before and I will definitely go back thanks to such a great crew. They took their time with those of us that were nervous and ensured everyone’s safety. Can’t wait to go back worth every penny!!
I live in this area and have done many boat tours of the Chicago River and lakefront, but this is really special: did the Navy Pier fireworks paddle with my sister. It was fabulous! Wateriders is very professional; ensuring safety before, during and after the tour. The river and the grand buildings are spectacular at night. There’s no better seat in the house for the fireworks. Some small degree of fitness helps. Getting into and out of the kayaks is the hardest part with which the guides were extremely helpful. Plan to do the Chicago architecture tour later this summer.
I live in this area and have done many boat tours of the Chicago River and lakefront, but this is really special: did the Navy Pier fireworks paddle with my sister. It was fabulous! Wateriders is very professional; ensuring safety before, during and after the tour. The river and the grand buildings are spectacular at night. There’s no better seat in the house for the fireworks. Some small degree of fitness helps. Getting into and out of the kayaks is the hardest part with which the guides were extremely helpful. Plan to do the Chicago architecture tour later this summer.