How many people fit on a Date Night Float?

Each Aqua Tiki boat holds up to six guests. Two boats are available if you need to accommodate a larger group.

Where do I meet the boat?

Check in at Margarita Jack’s Marina before departure; arrive early so your captain can complete boarding procedures.

Are drinks provided on board?

The experience is promoted with drinks and a casual tiki atmosphere; confirm drink inclusions and policies when you book.

Can we anchor and swim during the cruise?

Yes—captains often anchor in calm coves for swimming and short beach stops; bring a towel and change of clothes.

Is there a restroom on board?

Some boats are small and may not include a restroom—confirm with the operator before you go.

Are children allowed?

Children are typically allowed but must be supervised; operators set any age or safety restrictions, so check during booking.

Date Night Float: Private Tiki Boat Charters on Lake Chatuge

On Lake Chatuge, just off the shoreline of Hayesville, North Carolina, the Date Night Float is a private tiki boat charter designed for small groups who want island-style relaxation without leaving the foothills of the Southern Appalachians. Aqua Tiki's two boats carry up to six guests each and slip away from Margarita Jack’s Marina for two hours of cruising, music, and cold drinks under open sky. The scene is distinct here: granite-lined coves, low forested islands, and a broad reservoir surface that reflects ridgelines in glassy mornings and glittering afternoons.

These floating tiki bars are built for social time — swivel seats, shade canopies, and a licensed captain who pilots the boat while your group sets the pace. The trip highlights include quiet anchor stops for swimming, shoreline cruising past coves edged in oak and rhododendron, and time to toast an anniversary, birthday, or casual afternoon. Natural features to note are the lake’s shallow bays and pocket beaches, the exposed bedrock around Head Island, and riparian growth that attracts osprey and bald eagles. Lake Chatuge itself is a TVA reservoir created with Chatuge Dam in the early 1940s, and its wide basins are unusual in the region for supporting both recreational boating and quiet wildlife pockets.

Practical details matter: check in at Margarita Jack’s Marina, arrive early to meet your captain, and bring a cooler with preferred drinks if the charter allows. Boats are private and intimate, so they work well for couples, small friend groups, or micro-celebrations. The operators emphasize a relaxed, social atmosphere rather than high-speed thrills, and having a licensed captain means you can drink responsibly while someone else handles the helm.

Why this is a standout local offering: few experiences on Lake Chatuge combine the novelty of a tiki bar aesthetic with a private charter scale that fits six people. It’s community minded — supporting a marina-based local operator — and it turns a large reservoir into a private float zone where moments feel intentionally framed, whether you’re watching sunset from the water or cutting through morning mist. For visitors staying in Hayesville or nearby Hiawassee, this is an easy, low-effort way to sample the lake’s light, shoreline scenery, and wildlife in a single, celebratory outing.

Booking is straightforward through the operator’s reservation system; guests can reserve one or both boats for larger gatherings and find weekend slots fill weeks ahead in summer. The duration makes this a great afternoon add-on to a weekend in the mountains: pair a float with lakeside dining or a town stroll. Expect friendly local captains who know the best anchorages, and plan for variable mountain weather — a light jacket for evening breezes keeps the vibe comfortable as light fades.

Date Night Float: Private Tiki Boat Charters on Lake Chatuge

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