LAKE MINNETONKA PUBLIC CRUISE RATES & SCHEDULE
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Reservations may be made ONLINE. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
DEPARTING FROM THE PORT OF EXCELSIOR
The meaning of the name Minnetonka is as follows: “Minne” is a term from the Sioux language meaning water; “Tonka” is the term meaning big or great.
- Mother’s Day through 3rd Weekend of October.
- Boarding begins 10-15 minutes prior to cruise time.
- Concessions and beverages are available on board.
- Ask about our special group pricing. Additional public cruises upon request. We require a minimum capacity of 20 passengers for each scheduled cruise to depart.
- No outside food or beverages may be brought on board.
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Sightseeing Cruises: $24.00 Per Person | Children under 2 Free
Departing from The Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka
Mother’s Day Weekend through Fall Colors:
May, September & October
Mondays & Fridays: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 12:00 (noon) – 1:30 pm & 2 – 3:30 pm
June, July & August
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 12:00 (noon) – 1:30 pm & 2 – 3:30 pm
Advanced reservations recommended. Walk ups are NOT guaranteed.
Enjoy this narrated tour on one of America’s most popular lakes! Learn about the lake history past and present as you enjoy a relaxing cruise with on-board concessions with full bar service available. Schedule subject to change.
Group Sightseeing Cruise Luncheon Special – $44.00 per person
For groups of 20 or more. Tour Groups, Business meetings, Department Parties or Birthdays. Whatever the occasion, any event will be so much more special aboard one of our Sightseeing Cruises. Advance reservations are required 2 or more weeks in advance. Your group will be combined with the other public passengers, with reserved tables. Price includes ticket and full lunch. Click here to view menu. *Senior discounts available, please call for pricing.
To reserve this cruise for your group, please call 952-474-8058.
Cheeseburger In Paradise Cruises: $44.00 Per Person | Children under 2 Free
Departing from The Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka
Starting Mother’s Day through Fall Colors
Sundays 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Sundays & Wednesdays 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Advanced reservations required by 10 am day of cruise.
Enjoy a 1/3lb hamburger built to your liking, served with garden salad, assorted fresh fruit, chips and condiments, along with full bar service and drink specials.
Margarita Fiesta Cruise: $44.00 Per Person | Children under 2 Free
Departing from The Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka
Monday Following Mother’s Day through Fall Colors
Monday’s 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Advanced reservations required by 10 a.m. day of cruise.
Our escape on the lake! Take an exciting south of the boarder cruise on Lake Minnetonka while enjoying a build your burrito bowl buffet and drink specials with a full cash bar available.
Happy Hour Pizza Cruise: $44.00 Per Person | Children under 2 Free
Departing from The Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka
Tuesday Following Mother’s Day through Fall Colors
Tuesday’s 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Advanced reservations required by 3 p.m. day of cruise.
Our most popular cruise! Take a narrated cruise of Lake Minnetonka while enjoying a selection of tasty pizza along with a salad buffet and happy hour drink specials with a full cash bar available.
Sunday Brunch Cruise: $48.00 Per Person | Children under 2 Free
Departing from The Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka
Mother’s Day through Fall Colors
Sunday’s 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cruising the beautiful Lake Minnetonka shoreline, enjoying our tasty Captains Sunday Brunch Buffet menu, complete with full cash bar service and spectacular views!.
Advanced reservations required by 3 p.m. Friday prior to cruise.
Click here to view menu.
Groups and Special Cruises
Groups of 20 or more may reserve seating on any of our scheduled public cruises or special cruise times. Brunch, lunch, pizza or dinner options are available for group reservations. Groups of 20 or more are combined with the other public passengers, with reserved tables on the main deck.
All of our boats are also available for private charters. Contact us for additional information on group reservations or private events.
Contact us for additional information on group reservations or private events at 952.474.8058 or toll free at 888.559.8058.
Specialty Added Cruises
Look for our exciting “Specialty Added Cruises” throughout our calendar such as:
- Entertainment Cruises
- Fireworks Cruises
- Cinco De Mayo Cruises
- Mother’s / Father’s Day Cruises
- Fall Color Cruises
- Additional added “Regular Scheduled Cruises” added to weekends and more!
View our complete cruise calendar here!
Additional Pricing Information
- Senior Discount (60+) $2.00 off Infants (under 2) Free. One discount per ticket purchase. Call for info.
- Prices subject to change
- Above prices include port charge and tax.
- Fuel Surcharge may apply.
- 20 Passenger minimum required to cruise.
- Gift Certificates available.
- American Express, Discover, VISA, and MasterCard accepted.
Please contact one of our professional event planners to book your cruise today!
952.474.8058 | 888.559.8058