Labor Day Passage: Two Hours Circling Big Island on Lake Minnetonka

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Labor Day Passage: Two Hours Circling Big Island on Lake Minnetonka

A narrated, two-hour sightseeing cruise on Lake Minnetonka with onboard beverage service and snacks and the option to bring a picnic or pre-order a Boater’s Lunch.

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Labor Day Passage: Two Hours Circling Big Island on Lake Minnetonka.

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Location
Minneapolis
Operator
Lady of the Lake
Category
Sightseeing Tour
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Celebrate Labor Day Weekend on Lake Minnetonka with a relaxed, narrated two-hour cruise operated by Lady of the Lake. Under Captain Terry Jungers’s narration the boat circles Big Island, guests may bring a picnic or pre-order a Boater’s Lunch, and light snacks and beverage service are available onboard.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CAPTAIN

Narrated Passage

Captain Terry Jungers provides a guided, narrated loop around Big Island, turning a simple cruise into a local storytelling of the lake’s shoreline.

THE ROUTE

Circle Big Island

The cruise’s primary route circles Big Island on Lake Minnetonka, offering continuous shoreline views across an easy two-hour outing.

THE LUNCH

Picnic or Pre-Ordered Boater’s Lunch

Bring your own picnic to enjoy on deck or reserve the Boater’s Lunch with 24-hour notice; beverage service and light snacks are also available during the cruise.

What the day feels like

A Leisurely, Narrated Two-Hour Cruise

Boarding begins a quarter-hour before departure and tickets are purchased as you board. Once underway the captain narrates as the vessel circles Big Island; guests settle in for roughly two hours of shoreline views, with beverage service and snacks available and the option to eat a brought or pre-ordered lunch.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this cruise suits — and the ticketing details to know.

1
Families with young childrenA family-friendly option: children ages 4 and under ride free; children ages 5–12 travel at the reduced fare.
2
Adults and couplesIdeal for couples or adult groups—standard adult fare applies to ages 13 and up.
3
Budget-conscious travelersLower pricing for younger passengers makes this an accessible holiday outing for mixed-age groups.
4
Multi-generational groupsEasy ticketing and a relaxed pace accommodate grandparents through kids; fares vary by age category with free seating for the youngest.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Please bring a photo ID.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Labor Day Public Cruise?

The cruise lasts two hours.

When should I arrive to board?

Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to the excursion; tickets are purchased as you board.

Can I bring food or buy a meal onboard?

You may bring a picnic or pre-order the Boater’s Lunch with a 24-hour reservation; beverage service and snacks are available onboard.

What are the ticket prices by age?

Adult (ages 13+) $18; Child (ages 5–12) $9; children 4 and under ride free.

Is identification required?

Please bring a photo ID.

Who operates and narrates the cruise?

The cruise is operated by Lady of the Lake and narrated by Captain Terry Jungers.