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Guests of a company event during an aperitif on Lake Lucerne.

Your Apero and Banquets


On Lake Lucerne

Are you planning a casual cruise for family and friends, or would like to host an exclusive banquet? Then consider Lake Lucerne and our versatile fleet of historic paddle steamers or elegant motor vessels as the perfect venue! Our refined ships can comfortably accommodate small parties or large groups. Memorable birthdays, romantic weddings, or stylish reunions are all the more special when hosted in the heart of the Swiss Alps, on one of the world’s most beautiful lakes. The flexible facilities on our ships can easily be adapted to meet your needs. You are free to customize floral decorations, catering choices and much more. Naturally you also can set the time, route and duration of the cruise.


These are just some of the family events, for which a private charter cruise on Lake Lucerne is ideal:

Private aperitif
Gala dinner
Christmas gathering
Wedding
Birthday celebration or special anniversary
Family reunion


Our experienced team will be happy to support you and help turn your vision into reality.

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A society enjoys an aperitif during a company party on Lake Lucerne.

Aperitif

Aperitif

Provide your guests with memorable moments and unforgettable entertainment by giving them a unique getaway on Lake Lucerne. Live it up for a sunset cruise with cocktails, light nibbles, live music and an incredible natural setting! 

In a beautiful salon of a nostalgic steamboat of the SGV, a gala dinner of a company takes place.

Gala Dinner

Gala Dinner

Invite your guests to your personal gala dinner on Lake Lucerne and enjoy cuisine in the best quality.

A Christmas tree decorates the steamship Uri during the Christmas season.

Seasonal Celebration

Seasonal Celebration

Make the holiday season special for all of your employees and use one of our 20 ships for your year-end event.

Family birthday party on the ship. A little girl gives a gift to her grandfather.

Family Gatherings

Family Gatherings

Come together with your loved ones and immerse yourself in the Alpine magnificence that is Central Switzerland. Enjoy the tranquility of Lake Lucerne as you celebrate important milestones or simply appreciate each other's company. 

Mother, father and daughter stand together at the dessert buffet on the motor vessel Diamant.

Birthday celebration

Birthday celebration

Give yourself the gift of an unforgettable birthday party

Older people toasting together at a class reunion on Lake Lucerne

Class Reunions

Class Reunions

Are you planning a class reunion or club gathering? Get away from the hustle and bustle and reconvene with your old-time friends in a relaxed setting, with good food and drinks. 

Your event experts

Request now without obligation

Request now without obligation

Alessandra Hunn (left), Michèle Dubacher, Head of Ship Hire (centre) and Michèle Feierabend (right)

Phone (Mon-Fri): +41 41 367 66 12

"The participants are still raving about this wonderful evening on Lake Lucerne."
Carola Pfützner | Assistant Director
Hochschule Luzern – Wirtschaft

"The participants are still raving about this wonderful evening on Lake Lucerne."

In spring 2023, we were able to enjoy a unique event experience for a staff event organised by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts' Department of Business:
We hired the motor vessel "Gotthard" from the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company. Planning this event for 180 people was extremely straightforward thanks to the professional support of the SGV team. Our wishes were always catered for and I always received very quick and friendly feedback. We were also warmly welcomed on board; the service and kitchen team spoilt us with culinary delights and even the sun made an appearance, although the weather forecast had predicted otherwise.

"Our boat trip on the steamship Gallia was a great experience for everyone involved."
OTTO'S AG

"Our boat trip on the steamship Gallia was a great experience for everyone involved."

The combination of good food, a great crew and a unique panorama contributed to a successful anniversary event.  As a corporate client, we particularly appreciated the professional organisation and efficient cooperation with SGV. We look forward to the next time. Ship ahoy!

"I was particularly impressed by how smoothly everything went on the ship."
Sacha Hilfiker | Owner
epicasus gmbh

"I was particularly impressed by how smoothly everything went on the ship."

It was pleasing to see how well the various event components, from the entertainment to the catering, harmonised with each other, resulting in an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. I was particularly impressed by the modern facilities and the delicious food on the ship, which helped to make the participants feel comfortable and well looked after.  The cooperation in the run-up to the event and at the event itself was always very professional and pleasant. I really appreciated the clear communication and quick response times. All needs and concerns were addressed, which ultimately led to a very simple and uncomplicated event.

"We can recommend this unique wedding location to anyone."
Cristina & Alexander
Marriage on the lake

"We can recommend this unique wedding location to anyone."

In beautiful weather and summery temperatures, we were able to enjoy a breathtaking trip on the steamboat Stadt Luzern together with our guests. From the uncomplicated organisation to the catering and the very charming crew team, everything was perfect. We will always have fond memories of our aperitif cruise and can recommend this beautiful and unique wedding location to everyone.

"We were once again impressed by the friendliness of the crew."
Pascal Arnold | Managing Director Owner
lucentive ag

"We were once again impressed by the friendliness of the crew."

We at the Event- und Incentive-Agentur lucentive book the ships of the Lucerne Navigation Company exclusively for our events. This gives our events a special touch, as we benefit from the outstanding quality of service, the unique atmosphere and the impressive backdrop of Lake Lucerne. The team's commitment, coupled with their attention to detail, makes every trip an unforgettable experience for our customers. 
Working with the boat hire trio is extremely pleasant. Michèle Dubacher and her team are quick and competent when it comes to requests for quotations, questions about the boats, timing or discussing details. Their professional support plays a key role in ensuring that our events run smoothly. 
In August 2023, we had the pleasure of using the steamboat "DS Uri" exclusively for the staff outing of our client from the Basel region. We enjoyed a delicious lunch on board in glorious weather. We were once again impressed by the friendliness of the on-board staff. The highlight of this trip was not only the exquisite food, but above all the fact that everything ran smoothly and our customer was extremely satisfied.

"Our apprenticeship graduation ceremony was a complete success!"
Andrea Sommer | Tertianum Management AG
Personnel development specialist

"Our apprenticeship graduation ceremony was a complete success!"

We really enjoyed the delicious brunch, the friendly service, the modern ship and the beautiful view. Everything went very smoothly, from the enquiry to the menu selection, the facilitation of additional requests and the execution of the event.  It was noticeable that the employees were very committed and passionate about their job.