Are you getting ready to plan a big graduation party? Milestone birthday? Wedding? Anniversary? Class reunion?

We could go on and on — the point is, there are a lot of reasons to gather the people you love together in one place. As you begin planning that family reunion or class trip, you might start to be overwhelmed by the details you have to consider.

Big enough to house everyone

Our largest boat, the Mish-an-Nock, can house 356 guests, or 160 people for a meal. On top of that, we have the ability to tie two of our boats together, creating a floating, moving party barge that holds all your family and friends!

Food is no problem

Our culinary team has more than a century of collective experience. You can choose from existing menus to find the right food and drink for your event, or work with our executive chef to create your own custom menu!

Music is taken care of

All of our cruise ships have premier sound systems, and our on-site DJs offer a professional, entertaining experience, no matter what the event is!

Private location with no chance of interruption

Unless you count the wildlife you might see along the way, you’ll have the boat completely to yourself. There’s no need to worry about strangers wandering in, or people coming and going repeatedly throughout the night. Once you’re sailing, you’re guaranteed a private cruise.

No one is going to forget this event

Instead of forcing everyone in a stuffy ballroom or high school gymnasium, you’ll be out on beautiful Lake Coeur d’Alene. What could be more memorable?

Ready to book your private chartered cruise? Give us a call today to reserve your ship.

5 reasons you need to see Lake Coeur d’Alene by boat this summer

If you’ve lived in Coeur d’Alene your whole life, you may feel like you know this town like the back of your hand. But if you haven’t seen the town and lake from a cruise ship, you don’t know what you’re missing! Here are five reasons that even locals should hope aboard a Lake Coeur d’Alene daily cruise this summer.

1. Show off your home
   If you have family in town for a long weekend or a holiday, taking them out on a cruise is the perfect way to showcase all that North Idaho has to offer. From our boats, you can see wildlife, homes, architecture and geography that you won’t be able to see from the shore.
   
2. Fun for the whole family
   From young babies to Grandma and Grandpa, everyone will be able to enjoy this day trip! We have both indoor and outdoor seating ad well as a full-service bar, so your group will be comfortable the whole time.
   
3.   Learn something yourself
   Maybe you’ve lived in North Idaho your whole life, but our experienced captains and crew are incredibly knowledgeable about the area. During the cruise, we’ll narrate the sights you’re seeing and pass on facts and history about the highlights, such as the Floating Green, secluded lake homes and wildlife.
   
4. It’s free for youngins
   This is an inexpensive thing to do in Coeur d’Alene this summer, especially if you have young children. Kids under five years old are free on our daily cruises, and children six to 17 are just $16.75!
   
5. Give yourself a break
   If you have family in town, you’ve probably been in hosting mode for the entire trip. Let Coeur d’Alene Cruises take on that role while you relax! Enjoy time with the family — or wander off to look at the view from the upper deck! 
   

Ready to book your Lake Coeur d’Alene cruise? You’re in luck — there’s one happening every day through October! Check out our full schedule here and book your cruise here!

After half a century, the Mish-an-Nock is still going strong.

Nearly 50 years ago, the mighty boat took its first cruise from the Spokane River to Lake Coeur d’Alene. Since then, the boat has become a staple on the water. Locals and tourists alike will recognize the tan exterior and bright blue trim on one piece of history still hard at work on the lake.

The boats in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises fleet all have their own history and features. Some are bigger, and made to host lots of people, while others are shorter and great for smaller parties.

The 65-foot-long Mish-an-Nock has always served as a way for passengers to see Lake Coeur d’Alene since it was built in 1968 in Post Falls. The ship was crafted from 58 tons of steel by Howard J. Dolph, a well-known tugboat maker, along with help from brothers Scott and Rich.

The boat was named for a work that means “morning star,” according to a book by the Kalispell Tribe.

When the boat first slid into the water from Dolph Boat Works dock in Post Falls, it was powered by twin 125-horsepower Caterpillar engines. Today, “The Mish” has been upgraded, powered by twin D6 Volvo engines; it can hold up to 356 people.

In 1996, the boat was refurbished by Fred Finney, who also built other local cruise ships, including The Coeur d’Alene, The Spirit of Coeur d’Alene and The Osprey. The boat is now 107 feet long.

In 2017, the Mish-an-Nock took 525 trips around Lake Coeur d’Alene and the surrounding waterways, carrying more than 63,000 passengers. According to Captain Carl Fus, Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises plans to continue upgrading and maintaining “The Mish” for many more years of parties, sunsets and firework shows!

What’s your favorite memory on the Mish-an-Nock? Or maybe one of the other boats in our fleet? Let us know!

From graduation parties to business board retreats, people are always looking for new and exciting locations to host gatherings. This time of year, the sun starts shining and people would much rather be outdoors than in a stuffy conference room.
When you start looking for a unique place to host your next party, consider chartering a cruise ship to host your gathering! Here’s five reasons renting a boat from Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises will make your meeting so much easier:

1. Skip the prep work and clean up
   The worst part of planning an event is set up before and clean up afterward. Let our team take care of that! When you arrive for your event, the boat will already be decorated and set up, so all you have to do is have fun.
   
2. Plenty of space.
3. Our smallest boat, the Kootenai, can hold up to 80 people, and 40 people for a meal, while our largest boat, the Mish-an-Nock, can hold up to 356 people! To add even more space, charter two boats, and let us tie them together!
   
4. The food is taken care of. Our professional catering team will be able to help you create the perfect menu for your event, from light hors d’oeuvres to a full buffet.
   
5. Unique location creates memories
   No one remembers the employee retreats in a hotel ballroom. What they will remember is getting outdoors, seeing the sights and doing something different this year!
   
6. Add specialty touches from music and photography to fireworks, we have a slew of special touches we can add to your event. It’s just one more way you’ll create a lasting impression!
   

Are you ready to book Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises for your next event? Give us a call today to reserve a boat — or two!

Still searching for the perfect gift for Mom this year for Mother’s Day? Is she one of those mothers who says she “just wants a day” as a gift? Or maybe she already has everything she needs? Instead of scrambling last minute to find a gift, book your ticket on Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch Cruise. The event includes a tour around Lake Coeur d’Alene and a delicious meal. Here are three reasons why a cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene is the perfect Mother’s Day gift:

1. Spend time together
   We’ve all heard this gift request from mom: “I just want to spend time with you!” Now you can give her just that, without feeling like you’re skimping on an interesting, fun gift. This brunch cruise runs from noon to 1:30 p.m., so you have time to stroll along the boardwalk before or hit the downtown shops afterward!
   
2. Sample a delicious menu
   Don’t tell mom, but this is as much a gift for you as it is for her! You’ll both get to sample an exquisite menu from Coeur d’Alene Cruises culinary team. This year, they’ve created the perfect menu to highlight spring complete with crisp salads, pasta salads and fresh fruit. The menu includes Black Forest quiche Lorraine, Idahoan au gratin potatoes, scrambled eggs, hickory smoked bacon and sausage, oven roasted turkey and three-hour glazed ham. Top off the meal with miniature desserts!
   
3. Do something unique
   Just like you get dad a tie every year for Father’s Day, do you have a go-to gift for mom? Maybe you always get her jewelry or some lotions. Brand out this year, and create new memories with a unique gift! She’s sure to remember getting dressed up to go out and do something unique with her kids. 

Ready to book your Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise? Grab your tickets here!

Last month, we were all about the swingin’ sounds of the annual Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival. But we wanted to keep the fun rolling, so in April, we’re offering another fun cruise!

Join us on April 20 for the Wine Extravaganza Cruises! These cruises, at 5 and 7:30 p.m., will kick off the Wine Extravaganza, a weekend of fine wines in downtown Coeur d’Alene.

California-based winery J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines will be aboard the ships for an on-the-water tasting of their many gourmet wines. The evening will include hors d’oeuvres and, of course, an incredible view. 

We know not everyone is able to make it to some of these exciting events. If you can’t, but still want the view and the fun, we have a couple upcoming special event cruised you might enjoy:

• Easter Sunday Brunch Cruise 

• Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch Cruise 

• 4^th of July Fireworks Cruise 

Our cruises often book up, so reserve your place today! 

Tap your toes, swing to the rhythm and let the sounds of the Coeur d’Alene Blues  Festival wash over you. This award-winning weekend is back, and, once again, you can celebrate the best of modern blues in a unique and exciting way — with us, sailing on Lake Coeur d’Alene!
Every year, the annual blues festival is one of the most anticipated weekends in North Idaho. The Coeur d’Alene Resort brings live music, great food and fun entertainment to the region, and the team at Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises is always excited to be a part of the action.
We’re bringing three days of musical cruises to Lake Coeur d’Alene. Like every year, we’re providing food, drinks and even an after-party, to keep the mood swinging. Here’s a breakdown of this year’s event:

Friday, March 23 —
Swing into the weekend with the first Blues Cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene. The cruise runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., and includes live music from multiple bands, featuring The Sidemen and Shoot Jake. We’ll tie the vessels together to create the ultimate party barge, and keep grooving at the Resort Plaza Shops for an after-party.

Saturday, March 24 —
We’ll have two cruises this day to double the fun! Cruises set sail at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., and include live entertainment from the Sara Brown Band. This cruise is for all ages, so bring the entire family to boogie down.

Sunday, March 25 —
Join us for the Blues Cruise Brunch at 11 a.m., because we can’t get enough of that swinging rhythm!

Are you as excited as we are? Then reserve your tickets soon, because these cruises often sell out! Give us a call for questions, or to reserve your place.

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