Al and Alma's Charter Cruises
Guest capacity
Up to 149 seated guests
About this venue
Celebrate your wedding or celebration aboard one of Al and Alma’s luxury yachts—the Twin Cities’ most unique waterfront venue. Surrounded by Lake Minnetonka’s stunning shoreline, charming islands, and unforgettable sunsets, you and your guests will create memories to last a lifetime. Our expert event planners will ensure every detail is seamless, while your guests enjoy exceptional food, personalized service, and breathtaking views from our award-winning yachts.
Our event spaces
Express Yachts
Express Yachts - Avanti, Aventure, Allante, and Avalon
Our fleet of four Express Yachts—Avanti, Aventure, Allante, and Avalon—offers the perfect intimate setting for wedding events. With room for up to 40 guests, they’re ideal for rehearsal dinners, engagement celebrations, or farewell brunches surrounded by the beauty of Lake Minnetonka.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 40 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Isabella
Isabella - Graceful and Sassy
Isabella offers an elevated setting for your wedding events, featuring indoor seating for up to 46 guests. Perfect for formal rehearsal dinners, this spacious yacht is also an excellent choice for larger family gatherings, couples’ showers, or welcome parties with unforgettable Lake Minnetonka views.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 65 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Arabella
Arabella - Regal and Spacious
Celebrate your wedding on Lake Minnetonka aboard one of our two premier yachts—the Arabella (up to 75 guests) or the Bella Vista (70–149 guests). Each offers the perfect setting for both your ceremony and reception, as well as rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and other wedding festivities. With elegant interiors, expansive decks, and exceptional service, your event will be seamless and memorable.
Guest capacity
Up to 66 Seated
Up to 75 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Bella Vista
Bella Vista - Awe-inspiring and Stunning
Celebrate your wedding on Lake Minnetonka aboard one of our two premier yachts—the Arabella (up to 75 guests) or the Bella Vista (70–149 guests). Each offers the perfect setting for both your ceremony and reception, as well as rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and other wedding festivities. With elegant interiors, expansive decks, and exceptional service, your event will be seamless and memorable.
Guest capacity
Up to 126 Seated
Up to 149 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Express Yachts
Express Yachts - Avanti, Aventure, Allante, and Avalon
Our fleet of four Express Yachts—Avanti, Aventure, Allante, and Avalon—offers the perfect intimate setting for wedding events. With room for up to 40 guests, they’re ideal for rehearsal dinners, engagement celebrations, or farewell brunches surrounded by the beauty of Lake Minnetonka.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 40 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Isabella
Isabella - Graceful and Sassy
Isabella offers an elevated setting for your wedding events, featuring indoor seating for up to 46 guests. Perfect for formal rehearsal dinners, this spacious yacht is also an excellent choice for larger family gatherings, couples’ showers, or welcome parties with unforgettable Lake Minnetonka views.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 65 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Arabella
Arabella - Regal and Spacious
Celebrate your wedding on Lake Minnetonka aboard one of our two premier yachts—the Arabella (up to 75 guests) or the Bella Vista (70–149 guests). Each offers the perfect setting for both your ceremony and reception, as well as rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and other wedding festivities. With elegant interiors, expansive decks, and exceptional service, your event will be seamless and memorable.
Guest capacity
Up to 66 Seated
Up to 75 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Bella Vista
Bella Vista - Awe-inspiring and Stunning
Celebrate your wedding on Lake Minnetonka aboard one of our two premier yachts—the Arabella (up to 75 guests) or the Bella Vista (70–149 guests). Each offers the perfect setting for both your ceremony and reception, as well as rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and other wedding festivities. With elegant interiors, expansive decks, and exceptional service, your event will be seamless and memorable.
Guest capacity
Up to 126 Seated
Up to 149 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Available services that can be provided by Al and Alma's Charter Cruises
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
2 reviews
- KP
Karen P.
Thank you!
Our daughter got married there this past weekend and I cannot say enough good things about them! The wedding was easy to plan, they have thought of everything! The flowers and food amazing. The staff helpful and friendly! It is an unusual and fun way to get married and I highly recommend cruising with them anytime!
- NJ
Natalie J.
Unforgettable!!!
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience from start to finish! The planning process was seamless, and the team made everything so easy. On the day of our wedding, the crew was on point and incredibly professional, making sure every detail was handled perfectly. The food was absolutely amazing—our guests are still talking about it! Truly an unforgettable experience.
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