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Big Pelican Boat cruise on Pelican Lake in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

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For business or social functions, your group will enjoy the scenic beauty of the Detroit Lakes area on a boat cruise of Pelican Lake at Fair Hills Resort. We have full food and beverage service on board, with many options to make your event unique. The Big Pelican has a bathroom on board.

 

 

Private charter on Pelican Lake

Spring, summer or autumn on the lake, you're sure to enjoy the season on our Big Pelican Cruise ship. We have a variety of appetizers and full service meals available. It's a great alternative for a summer brunch, corporate event or anything in between.

Perfect for weddings and grooms' dinners

The Pelican has been a favorite of wedding parties for years. It's a great way to spend some time together with everyone in the family - kids and adults alike.

Boat rental rate:
8 a.m-4 p.m.: $250 for the first hour, $175 for subsequent hours
4-dark: $300 for the first hour, $200 for subsequent hours

Meal rates:
We have several different options for meals on the boat.

  • Deli Spread $12 per person - Choice of breads, meats, cheeses and condiments, choice of salad & dessert
  • Backyard Grill $12 per person - Hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken breasts with buns, condiments, choice of salad & dessert
  • Pasta Bar $14 per person - Vegetable or meat lasagna, spaghetti noodles with choice of sauces, garlic toast, choice of salad & dessert
  • Build-your-own Fajitas $16 per person - Shredded beef & chicken with all the fixings, tortillas & choice of dessert
  • Steak & Chicken Dinner $18 per person - Grilled steak and chicken, baked potato, choice of salad, vegetable & dessert

Water, lemonade & coffee are included with all meals.

Meal prices for children ages 6-12 is half price. 

Hors d'oevres are available at the customer's choice. Price range is $20 - $60 per 25 people. Click here to download menu.

Please add 18% gratuity and a 6.875% Minnesota sales tax to all meal prices and Hors d'oevres. 

Bar options

We have several options for bars on the boat. A bartender can be available at your request or we can set-up your bar to be self-serve. Each cruise is specifically set-up for the individual groups. We have a full liquor license and will be able to accommodate all requests for your event.

Bottle beer is $4, wine is $5, mixed drinks range from $4 to $5

Boat Capacity:
Boat ride only: 60 persons
Cocktail party: 50 persons
Ride with meal: 45 persons

The “meter” is running on the boat from the time you reserve it to the time the boat is back at the dock. If your party is running late, additional charges may be added for the time of the additional staff needed on the boat. If you desire to be picked up, you will be charged for the time that the boat leaves.