30ft Double Decker Triple Slide Party Boat with Captain up to 22

Percy Priest Lake is where this Nashville party leaves the honky-tonks behind. You get a private 30-foot double-decker pontoon with three slides, a four-person tube, an 18-foot float pad, music, and a captain to steer the boat into Party Cove.

I like the mix of active fun and easy lounging. You can race down a slide, float on the lily pad, or simply sit with your group and enjoy the lake. I also like that ice, a cooler, and a beer pong table are included, so you have a useful setup before you even bring your drinks.

The main drawback is the clock. Three hours goes quickly once you reach the cove, and several outings have left people wishing for a longer time slot. You’ll also need to bring your own alcohol and towels, and the booking is non-refundable.

Key points to know before booking

• Three slides from the upper deck: You can slide straight into Percy Priest Lake from the top level of the boat.
• Private group setting: Only your party participates, with the boat rated for up to 22 passengers.
• Party Cove atmosphere: You’ll cruise toward one of Nashville’s few recognized party coves, where more than 100 boats may gather.
• Captain-led outing: A master captain handles the boat and safety while you focus on your group.
• Useful party equipment included: Expect ice, a cooler, premium sound system, beer pong table, floats, tubing gear, and an 18-foot float pad.
• Listed price is $1,099 for up to 15: The cost makes the most sense when divided among a full group rather than a small party.

Percy Priest Lake is the real destination

This is not a sightseeing cruise around Nashville. It is a recreational lake outing built around swimming, sliding, music, and social time. The boat leaves from 3979 Bell Road in Hermitage, then heads toward Party Cove on Percy Priest Lake.

Party Cove gives the trip its setting and much of its energy. More than 100 boats may gather there, creating a large floating party scene rather than a quiet, isolated lake ride. If your group wants to meet people, play music, and make the lake the center of the day, this is the right sort of environment.

I would not book this expecting a calm nature tour. The appeal is the water activity and the shared party atmosphere. You may get stretches of peaceful lake scenery during the ride, but the main event is reaching the cove and using the boat as a floating base.

What happens during the three-hour outing

The experience begins at the Bell Road meeting point in Hermitage. After everyone arrives, you board the double-decker pontoon and settle into the boat before heading toward the cove.

The listed vessel is a 30-foot Solid Craft pontoon with a 200-horsepower Suzuki engine. It is designed for groups, with an upper deck, multiple slides, a sound system, and room for water gear. The boat can hold up to 22 people, but the advertised group price covers up to 15, so pay close attention to the difference between boat capacity and the price limit.

Once you reach the active part of the lake, you can choose your own pace. Four people can use the tube at once, while the three upper-deck slides offer the most obvious burst of excitement. The slides send you directly into the lake, so you’ll want to plan on getting wet rather than trying to keep your clothes dry.

The included 5-by-10-foot lily pad, also described as an 18-foot float pad, gives your group another way to use the water. It is a good option for spreading out between slide runs or for people who want to swim and socialize without constantly climbing back onto the boat.

The boat returns to the same meeting point after about three hours. There is no separate drop-off location to arrange.

Three slides, tubing, and a large float pad

The equipment is the strongest reason to choose this boat over a basic pontoon rental. A standard lake cruise might give you seats and scenery. This one gives you several activities built into the boat and the floating setup.

The three upper-deck slides should appeal to a group with mixed energy levels. You can take repeated turns, and people can watch from the deck while waiting. The height adds some excitement without requiring a separate water park visit.

The four-person tube works best if several people in your group want to get involved at once. It keeps the activity social rather than turning it into a one-person attraction. The float pad serves the opposite purpose: it lets you slow down, stretch out, and talk.

The boat also includes a premium sound system and a beer pong table. Those details matter because the outing is meant to feel like a private party space, not simply transportation across the lake. You provide the alcohol, but the boat provides the basic infrastructure for storing drinks, playing music, and keeping the group together.

Why the private format matters

Only your group participates, which changes the tone considerably. You do not have to share the boat with unrelated passengers, adjust your music to strangers, or divide the slides and float time with another booking.

That private format is especially useful for a bachelorette or bachelor party, birthday, family gathering, or reunion. Past outings have included bachelorette groups, bachelor parties, and groups of friends and family. A private boat also lets people opt in or out of the more active parts without splitting up.

The listed price is $1,099 per group for up to 15 people. At the full group size, that works out to about $73 per person. A group of 10 would pay roughly $110 per person, and a much smaller party would pay more per person. The boat itself can hold up to 22, but the stated price limit is 15, so ask the operator about arrangements for a larger party before booking.

For a full group, I see fair value in the package. You are paying for a private boat, captain, three hours on the lake, water equipment, sound system, cooler, ice, and a large float pad. The value drops if only a few people attend, since the price is charged by group rather than by individual.

Captains set the tone

A captain is included, and that is important for this kind of outing. You are free to concentrate on your group rather than handling the boat yourself.

The captain also helps balance fun with basic safety. That matters around slides, tubes, floating equipment, and a crowded party cove. Captains named in past outings include Sean, Matt, Dave, and Taylor. Sean was singled out for making a bachelor party the highlight of the trip, while Matt, Dave, and Taylor were praised for being attentive, fun, or careful. Your assigned captain may be different, so treat those names as examples rather than a guarantee.

The captain’s role is not only to drive. The best part of the service is having someone who can manage the route, help keep the activity moving, and make sure the group uses the boat responsibly. Several outings were especially praised for a good balance between safety and fun.

The three-hour limit deserves attention

Three hours sounds generous when you are making the reservation. Once you account for boarding, the cruise to Party Cove, time for everyone to get organized, and the return trip, the actual time spent sliding and floating may feel shorter.

That does not make the duration poor value, but it does shape the experience. If your group wants a full day on the lake, this package will not provide it. Several outings have left people hoping for a longer time slot, which tells you something useful about the pace.

To make the most of the booking, arrive ready. Have your swimsuits on, keep belongings organized, and decide in advance who wants to tube, slide, or use the float pad first. The operator supplies ice and a cooler, but you should not count on extra time to make a last-minute store run once the outing begins.

What to bring, and what not to expect

Alcohol is not included, so your group must purchase and bring its own beverages. Ice and a cooler are included, which removes two practical hassles, but you still need to plan what you want to drink and eat.

Towels are not included. Bring one for each person who plans to swim or use the slides. The supplied details do not list food, so confirm your group’s food plan before arriving rather than assuming a meal is part of the package.

You should also think about what happens to phones, wallets, and other valuables around water. The supplied information does not promise waterproof storage, so bring only what you need and protect anything you carry. That is simple advice, but it becomes important when your group is moving between the boat, the slides, the tube, and the float pad.

Who will enjoy this boat most

This is a strong match for groups that want an active social afternoon. It suits people who like music, swimming, group games, and a lively public party setting.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Bachelorette and bachelor parties
• Birthday groups
• Families and friends who want a private boat
• Groups that want both slides and a place to relax
• Visitors looking for a lake activity outside central Nashville

It may be less suitable if you want quiet scenery, a small intimate cruise, or a carefully scheduled sightseeing route. The Party Cove setting can be busy, and the boat’s purpose is entertainment rather than interpretation.

The experience also depends on your group’s size. With 10 to 15 people, the price is easier to justify and the boat should feel like a private gathering space. With only two or three people, you may find a simpler rental or shorter activity better suited to your budget.

Meeting point and booking cautions

The meeting point is 3979 Bell Road, Hermitage, Tennessee 37076. The activity ends back at that same location. The meeting point is near public transportation, and confirmation is provided at booking.

The ticket is mobile and the activity is offered in English. Most people can participate, according to the supplied details, but the experience includes slides, tubing, swimming, and movement around a boat. Anyone in your group with mobility concerns should check directly with Rowdy Boats before paying.

The booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. That makes your headcount, date, and weather planning especially important. Do not book until your group is reasonably committed, since cancellation or amendment requests do not result in a refund.

Should you book the Rowdy Boats party boat?

Book it if you want a private, high-energy lake party with built-in water activities and enough room for a large group. The three slides, four-person tube, big float pad, music system, cooler, and captain create a complete setup for a memorable afternoon.

I would choose this for a bachelorette party, bachelor party, or friend group that values shared fun more than sightseeing. I would skip it if you want a quiet cruise, dislike crowded party settings, or need more than three hours on the water.

For the best value, fill as many of the 15 paid places as possible, bring your own alcohol and towels, and arrive ready to use every minute. If your group can accept the short duration and strict cancellation terms, this is a practical way to put a real lake party into a Nashville trip.

FAQ

Where does the party boat experience begin?

It begins at 3979 Bell Road, Hermitage, TN 37076, USA.

Where does the activity end?

The boat returns to the meeting point at the end of the activity.

How long is the boat outing?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

How many people can the boat hold?

The double-decker boat can hold up to 22 passengers. The listed price of $1,099 applies to a group of up to 15 people.

Is the boat private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Is a captain included?

Yes. A master captain is included with the booking.

What equipment is included?

The package includes ice, a cooler, premium sound system, beer pong table, an 18-foot float pad, floats, and the captain. It also includes access to the boat’s three slides and a four-person tube.

Is alcohol included?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included.

Are towels provided?

No. Towels are not included, so you should bring your own.

Can I cancel or change the booking?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.