30ft Double Decker Slide Party Pontoon on Percy Priest – 16 max

The best part of this Percy Priest outing is that it gives your group a private floating base with a double-decker slide, rather than a simple sightseeing cruise. You can cruise to party cove, spread out on the 10-foot float pad, use the tube, or keep your own little patch of water away from the crowd. I like the built-in variety, and I like that Captain Matt and the other captains, including Sean and Beu, are praised for keeping the mood fun while taking safety seriously.

The main drawback is the price: $949 for up to 16 people is a serious group expense, even though it can be good value when divided among a full party. You also need to bring your own alcohol and towels, and the booking is non-refundable, so this works best when your group is certain about its plans.

Key points to know before you book

• The boat holds up to 16 people, making the flat group price more useful for large parties than for a small couple or family.
• The double-decker slide is the centerpiece, with floats and a 10-foot pad adding calmer ways to enjoy the lake.
• Party cove gives you a choice of atmosphere, from joining other boats to staying in your own private area.
• A 2-person or 4-person tube is included, so you can add a little action instead of only lounging in the water.
• Captain Matt, Captain Sean, and Beu have all led outings, with particular praise for clear attention to safety and a good sense of fun.
• Ice, a cooler, and a premium sound system are included, but alcohol and towels are not.

A private pontoon made for group time

This is not a quiet lake cruise built around narration or sightseeing stops. It is a three-hour boat outing built around time in and around the water. You board a 30-foot double-decker pontoon, head across Percy Priest Lake, and spend the main part of the trip at party cove.

That setup matters. Your group does not need to split up between several rental boats or decide who will stay ashore. Everyone has a shared place to talk, play music, swim, and take turns on the slide or tube. With a maximum of 16 people, the boat is large enough for a full bachelor or bachelorette group, but the private format means you are not sharing the boat with strangers.

I also like the flexibility. The experience is clearly designed for a lively afternoon, but it is not limited to drinking parties. Families can use the floats and water toys, adults can relax with music, and active members of the group can take turns being pulled on the tube. You set the tone for your own boat.

Leaving from Bell Road in Hermitage

The meeting point is 3979 Bell Road in Hermitage, east of central Nashville. The outing ends at the same location, so you do not need to arrange a second pickup point after three hours on the lake.

The meeting point is near public transportation, which may help if some members of your party are staying in the Nashville area without a car. Still, the information provided does not spell out the exact transit route or pickup procedure, so confirm the practical details after booking. You receive confirmation at the time of booking.

The boat is private for your group, and admission is included in the listed price. That makes the start simple: arrive at the stated meeting point, board with your group, and let the captain handle the boating. Since the trip is often booked 51 days ahead, I would not leave a large birthday, bachelor, or bachelorette outing until the last minute.

Cruising Percy Priest Lake toward party cove

The route takes you from the launch area across Percy Priest Lake to party cove. The cruise itself is part of the experience, but the trip is not presented as a formal lake tour with a long list of narrated sights. Think of the ride as your moving social space before the main water session begins.

Party cove gives the outing its choice of moods. You can hang out near other boats and enjoy a more social setting, or stay in your own private area with your friends. That is useful for mixed groups. Some people may want music and conversation near the action, while others may prefer to sit on the float pad and talk without leaving the group.

I would ask your group in advance what kind of afternoon it wants. This boat can support both a rowdy party and a family-friendly day, but the atmosphere at party cove may change depending on the other boats around you. You control your own group, not the entire cove.

The slide, float pad, and tube

The double-decker slide is the feature most likely to shape the afternoon. It gives the boat a playful focus and creates an easy activity for people who do not want to spend the whole time sitting with a drink or listening to music.

The included 10-foot float pad is the calmer counterpoint. It gives several people room to lie back or gather in the water, while additional floats and noodles offer more casual ways to stay afloat. The provided equipment means you do not have to build the day around bringing your own water toys.

The 2-person or 4-person tube adds a different kind of fun. You can use it for a more active ride while the rest of your group watches from the boat or floats nearby. Because the tube is included, you avoid one common extra charge found on boat outings, though the supplied details do not specify how many rides each group receives or how the towing schedule works.

This mix is one of the strongest reasons to choose this boat. A group of 16 rarely wants one single activity for three straight hours. The slide, tube, float pad, and open seating give people reasons to rotate between activities.

A captain who shapes the day

The captain is more than the person steering from the front. On a private party boat, the captain affects the pace, comfort, and general feel of the trip. Captain Matt receives especially strong praise for being professional, entertaining, attentive, and safety-minded. Captain Sean is also singled out as a great choice for a bachelor party, while Beu is praised for helping a six-person bachelorette group feel safe and supported.

That range of feedback is important. You are not simply paying for a boat with equipment. You are paying for a master captain who operates the boat and helps your group use the time well. The captain can keep the outing moving between cruising, floating, sliding, and tubing instead of leaving everyone to figure it out alone.

The strongest theme is the balance between fun and safety. That matters when a group is swimming, using a slide, riding a tube, and possibly drinking. The captain is there to run the boat and protect the basic structure of the outing, but each person still needs to make sensible choices around the water.

What the included gear means for your budget

The $949 price covers the private group, up to 16 people, for about three hours. It also includes ice, a cooler, premium sound system, the 2-person or 4-person tube, the 10-foot float pad, floats, and the master captain.

At full capacity, the base cost works out to about $59 per person. A group of eight would pay roughly $119 per person, while a group of six would pay about $158 per person. Those figures do not include alcohol, and they assume your group is comfortable splitting the cost evenly.

That is where the value decision becomes personal. For a full party that wants a private boat, the price can make sense because the equipment and captain are bundled into one reservation. For two or three people, it is hard to justify unless the group specifically wants a private pontoon and is willing to absorb most of the flat fee.

The cooler and ice are practical inclusions. You can bring drinks and keep them cold without renting separate equipment. The premium sound system also means your group can supply much of its own atmosphere, though the provided details do not explain connection options, so ask how to play your music before the outing.

Alcoholic beverages are not included. Towels are not included either, so bring your own towel and plan your drinks separately. The supplied information does not state any food policy, so check that point before packing a full picnic.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this for a group that values time together more than a structured sightseeing program. It is a natural fit for bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthday groups, reunions, and friends looking for a water day outside the city.

It can also work for families. The outing includes several ways to participate without using the slide or tube, and the setting can be family-friendly. Parents should still consider the size of the group, comfort around open water, and the party-cove atmosphere on the day.

A group of six received a particularly suitable setup in the feedback, but the boat can take up to 16. If you have fewer than eight people, compare the total cost with other Nashville activities before booking. If you can fill most of the available places, the flat rate becomes much easier to defend.

This is less suitable for someone wanting a calm, narrated cruise or a tightly scheduled tour of Percy Priest Lake. The focus is swimming, socializing, music, and water toys. Choose it for the boat day, not for a list of formal attractions.

Timing, comfort, and practical planning

The outing lasts about three hours. That is long enough to reach the lake area, spend useful time at party cove, and rotate through the activities without committing your entire day to a boat.

Still, three hours passes quickly with a large group. I would decide before boarding who wants to tube, who wants to slide, and who mainly wants to float. A simple plan helps everyone get a turn, especially when 16 people share one tube and one slide.

Bring towels because they are not supplied. Bring the alcoholic drinks your group wants, since those are excluded, and confirm any rules about coolers, food, and music before arrival. Ice and a cooler are already provided, which saves space and preparation.

The activity is offered in English. Most people can participate, and the meeting point is near public transportation. The available information does not provide detailed accessibility specifications for the boat, slide, boarding area, or water equipment, so contact Rowdy Boats directly if anyone in your group needs specific assistance.

Booking and cancellation details

This is a private activity, and only your group participates. The price is listed per group rather than per person, with up to 16 people included. Make sure your party understands the total cost before everyone commits.

Confirmation arrives at booking. Because the experience is often reserved well ahead of time, popular weekend dates may require planning. I would also avoid booking until the group has settled on a date and payment plan.

The cancellation policy is strict: the experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or request an amendment, the amount paid is not returned. That is the biggest booking risk, especially for bachelor and bachelorette plans that can change quickly.

Should you book the Percy Priest pontoon?

Book it if you have a solid group, want a private boat, and will use the slide, tube, float pad, and sound system. The value improves sharply as you get closer to 16 people, and the included gear keeps the day from turning into a series of add-on charges. Captain Matt, Sean, and Beu also bring the personal guidance that makes a private water outing easier to manage.

Think twice if your group is small, wants a quiet cruise, or may need to cancel. The flat $949 price is difficult for a few people, and the no-refund policy leaves little room for changes.

For the right party, this is a lively, flexible way to trade Nashville streets for three hours on Percy Priest Lake. Fill the boat, pack towels and drinks, and decide ahead of time how your group will share the toys. That is the formula for getting the most from it.

FAQ

How long does the Percy Priest pontoon experience last?

The outing lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the boat depart?

The meeting point is 3979 Bell Road, Hermitage, Tennessee 37076, USA.

Where does the experience end?

It ends back at the meeting point on Bell Road.

How many people can join the private boat?

The boat accepts a maximum of 16 people, and only your private group participates.

What is included in the price?

The outing includes ice, a cooler, a premium sound system, a 2-person or 4-person tube, a 10-foot float pad, floats, and a master captain.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included in the price.

Are towels provided?

No. You need to bring your own towels.

Is the experience suitable for families?

Yes. The outing can be family-friendly, while also suiting drinking and social groups.

Can I cancel or change the booking?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or request an amendment, your payment will not be refunded.