RiverQuest Private & Business Charters

A stellar venue for the imaginative host!

RiverQuest Explorer is the perfect setting for your next business or social event.. Proceeds from charter business benefits the RiverQuest education programs that have served Pittsburgh region students since 1995.

A unique location for...
Meetings & Retreats • Client Receptions • Reunions • Birthday Parties •

Retirement Celebrations • Holiday Parties • Fireworks Nights...and more!

Vessel amenities include:

Stereo system with CD player
Climate-controlled interior cabins
Catering set-up galley with refrigerator and icemaker (no cooking aboard)
Covered outdoor observation deck
Passenger capacity up to 149 guests

RiverQuest can add fun and interest to your charter :

Bridge and Island History
Navigation Science
Freshwater Ecology
Lock & Dam Excursion
Customized Programs

Deposits:

A 50% non-refundable deposit, based on the hourly boat rental rate and length of reserved charter, will be required to reserve a date for the use of a specific vessel. No reservation shall be confirmed prior to receipt of deposit via credit card, check, or purchase order, and must be accompanied by a signed contract.

Education Programs:

RiverQuest includes an educational component to your charter by providing trip narration and/or, guided hands-on activities for kids (of all ages). Additional themes can be added as listed above. There is an added fee per hour for this customized service depending upon vessel and program selected; please call for information.

Catering Services:

Please call for information regarding catering on RiverQuest vessels. Food service on the RiverQuest fleet must be conducted through one of our approved catering agencies.

RiverQuest is pleased to offer non-profit organizations a discount when using the vessels for educational programs. In order to receive this discount, non-profits must provide a copy of the 501(c)(3) determination letter and a brief description of the program offered including speaker's name(s).

All proceeds from the charters are used to subsidize RiverQuest education programs.

Call 412-231-2712 for prices, options, and boat availability.