Corporate Holiday Party on a Private Party Boat: A Baton Rouge Team Favorite
Your team has worked hard all year, and the usual year-end routine, a stiff banquet hall, a buffet line, and a slideshow nobody asked for, isn’t exactly a reward. Baton Rouge companies looking for a holiday party that people actually talk about in January should look about ninety minutes south, where the office party gets a serious upgrade on the water.
NOLA Party Barges hosts private corporate cruises on the historic Bayou Bienvenue, just seven miles from downtown New Orleans. It’s a short, scenic road trip from Baton Rouge to a holiday celebration that swaps fluorescent lights for party lights, the conference room for a heated cabin, and small talk for a shared adventure your whole team will remember.
Best of all, it’s a private charter, which means the boat belongs to your company for the cruise. You set the tone, the music, and the drinks, and your Captain and Crew handle everything else so even the planner gets to enjoy the party.
Why the Bayou Beats the Banquet Hall
A corporate holiday party is supposed to build morale, not test everyone’s patience. A private Bayou Party Cruise does the heavy lifting for you: it’s a shared experience that gets people talking, away from their desks and out in the fresh air. Our party boats run 1 hour 45 minutes, hold up to 25 guests depending on the boat, and start at $63 per person.
What Your Team Gets On Board
- A Captain and Crew so no one on your team has to host or drive
- A Bluetooth sound system and party lights to set the holiday mood
- BYOB with a bar on board to set up drinks for a relaxed happy-hour feel
- A bathroom on board and a heated cabin for comfortable winter cruising
- Real Louisiana scenery, with cypress trees, Spanish moss, and wild alligators
- A genuinely memorable team experience that beats another catered dinner
Pick the Right Boat for Your Team Size
Whether you’re rewarding a tight-knit department or the whole office, we have a boat to fit. The Freaky Tiki and The Twerkin’ Tiki each hold up to 25, The Party Queen seats up to 22, and The Bayou Boogie suits smaller teams of up to 18. For executives or VIP clients, the Bentley Bayou Cruiser luxury pontoon adds an extra touch of class.
How to Plan a Corporate Cruise From Baton Rouge
- Confirm your headcount and pick the boat that fits, from The Bayou Boogie (18) up to the Tikis (25).
- Choose a December date and a time that gives your Baton Rouge team an easy ninety-minute drive down.
- Book the private charter through FareHarbor so the whole boat is reserved for your company.
- Organize carpools or a group van from Baton Rouge to our dock at 2101 Paris Road.
- Plan your drinks and a playlist, since BYOB and full music control are part of the deal.
- Arrive a few minutes early, meet your Captain and Crew, and set up the bar before you cast off.
Make It a Bigger Day Out
Since your team is already making the trip from Baton Rouge, it’s easy to build the cruise into a fuller day. Pair it with lunch or dinner in New Orleans before or after, and your one-day corporate outing feels like a real getaway without the cost of an overnight retreat.
Upgrade to a Seafood Boil
Want to feed the team on the water? Ask about our Sunset Cocktail Cruise and Seafood Boil, around $165 per person, running 2 to 2.5 hours with your first drink included and an authentic Louisiana seafood boil on board. It’s a festive, all-in-one holiday dinner with a view no banquet hall can match.
The Bottom Line
A corporate holiday party should feel like a thank-you, not an obligation. For Baton Rouge teams, a private party boat on the New Orleans bayou turns the year-end party into an actual experience, with your music, your drinks, a heated cabin, and wild gators on the banks, all handled by a professional Captain and Crew.
It’s a short drive for a long-lasting memory, and the kind of company outing that makes people glad they work where they do. Lock in your date early in the holiday season and give your team the send-off they earned.
Quick Questions Before You Book
How early should we book a corporate holiday cruise?
December books up quickly, so reserve as far in advance as possible to secure your preferred date, time, and boat. Booking a month or more ahead is ideal for larger teams. You can reserve directly through FareHarbor.
Can we get an invoice or arrange company payment?
Booking and deposits are handled through FareHarbor. For corporate billing questions or special arrangements, reach out to us at [email protected] or call (504) 264-1056 and our team will help.
Is the boat just for our company or shared with others?
A private charter is exclusively your company’s group, giving you full control of the music and the party. No other groups join your cruise, so it’s the perfect private setting for a team event.
Will the cruise be comfortable in December?
Yes. Our party boats are heated in winter and have a covered cabin plus a bathroom on board, so your team stays comfortable even on cooler evenings. Bring a light jacket for time spent enjoying the open-air views.
Ready to Book?
Give your Baton Rouge team a year-end celebration they’ll actually look forward to. Book a private corporate cruise on the New Orleans bayou, with your music, your drinks, a heated cabin, and a Captain and Crew who handle every detail.