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SOULSHINE ☀️ Chicago's 42' Sea Ray Sundancer | Skyline, Sunset Cruises
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42 ft
Boat length
Up to 12
Passengers
Captain optional
This boat is rented with or without a captain
100%
Owner’s response rate
The boat
Some days you remember forever. This is how you book one.
Picture it: the Chicago skyline glowing gold behind you, your favorite song on the JL Audio system, cold drinks in hand, and your people spread out across the sunpad laughing like it's the best day of the year, because it is. That's a day on Soulshine.
She's a beautifully maintained 42-foot Sea Ray 380 Sundancer - and one of the most comfortable, most photogenic ways to experience Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline for up to 12 guests.
Birthday. Bachelorette. Proposal. Corporate outing. Or just a perfect afternoon you'll be talking about for years - Soulshine turns an ordinary day into the day.
Step aboard and the vibe hits instantly. A spacious, sun-drenched cockpit built for entertaining. Wraparound lounge seating and a huge convertible sunpad. A built-in wet bar so drinks and snacks stay close. A powerful marine sound system setting the mood. And a retractable canvas top so you can chase the sun or duck into the shade whenever you want.
Everything's already onboard (so you just show up and enjoy):
☀️ Starlink WiFi - post it live, the whole way out
🔊 JL Audio system (Bluetooth - your playlist runs the day)
🎧 DJ-ready - RCA inputs to plug in a full DJ system
📺 Cockpit TV
🔥 Gas grill - cook out right on the water
🚿 Enclosed head (bathrooms) - with a full sink & shower
❄️ Air-conditioned cabin for a cool shade break
🛥️ Full interior & exterior lighting for golden-hour and after-dark
🏝️ Swim platform with teak decking
Below deck, Soulshine opens up into a full teak-and-holly salon and complete galley (fridge, microwave, cooktop, sink) plus a private head with sink and shower - real comfort, real privacy, all day long.
The best seats in the city are on this boat.
Minutes from the harbor you're staring down the downtown skyline, Navy Pier, the Museum Campus, and North Avenue Beach. Drop anchor in the legendary "Playpen" to swim and raft up. Cruise past the skyline at sunset. Or watch the Wednesday & Saturday night fireworks from the water - hands down the best view in Chicago.
Powered by twin MerCruiser inboard engines for a smooth, stable, confident ride, and kept in meticulous, Coast-Guard-equipped condition for your peace of mind.
Perfect for: birthdays · bachelor/bachelorette parties · anniversaries & proposals · corporate & team events · photo shoots · sunset cruises · fireworks nights
💵 Rates (4-hour minimum)
Weekdays — $400/hr
Weekends — $500/hr
Holidays & Special Events — $650/hr
Holiday & Special Event dates:
May 25 (Memorial Day Wknd) · June 20 (Black Yacht Scene) · July 3–5 (4th of July) · July 18–19 (Black Yacht Weekend) · July 25 (Chicago Boat Scene) · Aug 15–16 (Air & Water Show) · Sept 5 (Labor Day Wknd)
⚓ Captain Required (USCG Regulation)
A USCG-licensed captain is required for every charter — no exceptions. Per USCG rules we can't provide one directly, so we hand you a vetted shortlist of experienced captains who know Soulshine intimately. You pick who you vibe with and coordinate scheduling directly. Captain rates run $100–150/hr, billed separately.
Dates go fast — especially weekends, fireworks nights, and holidays. Message us now to lock in yours before someone else does. ☀️
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Owned by
Richard
5.0
(1 rating)
Amenities
Bathroom
Stereo
Stereo Aux Input
Bluetooth audio
Floating mat
Air conditioning
Swim ladder
Children's life jackets
Shower
Wifi
Refrigerator
Anchor
Grill
Depth finder
GPS
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Specifications
Year
2003
Length
42 ft.
Make
Sea Ray Boats
Model
Sundancer 380
Capacity
12
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/ (excl. fees)
Terms
- Fuel is included.
- Security deposit: $0.
- Cancellation policy:
- Charter type: Bareboat
Ratings & reviews
Boat location
Exact location information is provided after a booking is confirmed.
Your crew
Things to know
Allowed on boat
swimming
alcohol
kids under 12
fishing
shoes
Cancellation policy strict
- Free cancellations until 30 days before the booking start time.
- 50% refund for cancellations between 15-30 days before the booking start time.
- Cancellations within 14 days of the booking start time are non-refundable.
Commercial owner
This boat belongs to a Commercial Owner, an independent boat rental company. A Commercial Owner is an independent, Boatsetter-approved boat rental company who provides their own insurance to their guests.
Security deposit
A security deposit hold (not a charge) will be placed on your credit card 48 hours before your booking starts to cover any incidental damage that may occur during your rental. This hold is released 48 hours after the booking is complete, if no claims are made. The security deposit amount for the boat you are booking will be outlined during the check-out process.
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If requested, the owner can provide a list of available captains for bareboat charter or the renter can use their own qualified captain. If the boat is being time chartered, the owner will provide the Captain.