- Duration
- Late afternoon to evening, about 3 to 4 hours
- Group size
- 8–60 pax
- Destinations
- Annecy & Lake Annecy
- Indicative budget
- From €190 per person
Lake Annecy is one of the clearest lakes in France, set between the Semnoz and the Bauges. Its shores are dotted with villages and wooded slopes, and the water can be very calm in the late afternoon. A private boat gives a group a quiet setting for a reception or a dinner away from the town, with the mountains as a backdrop.
Boats are chartered from operators on the lake, and the choice depends on the group size and the type of service. A dinner can be served on board, prepared by a caterer from the region, or the group can dine at a restaurant on the water and return by boat. Drinks and music are discussed in advance, and sound levels must respect the lake's rules and the local community.
The format suits an evening reception for a leadership team, a client programme or a summer reward. It works best in the warm months, though winter cruises are possible on request.
Objectives
- Create a calm, scenic setting for an evening reception
- Give a group a lake and mountain view without a long excursion
- Combine a boat cruise, a dinner and a short transfer in one evening
- Offer a distinctive setting that is easy to organise from the town
How it works
- 1We confirm the boat, the date and the departure time with the operator, and agree the group size and the dinner format.
- 2The group is transferred from the hotel or the town centre to the departure point on the lake shore.
- 3The boat departs in the late afternoon, cruising along the shore as the light changes.
- 4Dinner is served on board or at a restaurant on the water, with a menu agreed in advance.
- 5The group returns to the departure point, with transfers arranged back to the hotel.
Good to know
- Boat trips are subject to weather and to the lake's rules. Wind and rain can change the programme, and a backup date is preferable.
- Lake temperatures are cold outside summer. Guests should bring a warm layer for the evening cruise.
- Sound levels, amplified music and the number of guests on board are limited by the operator and by local regulations.
- Pricing depends on the vessel and the duration. Catering and drinks are usually quoted separately.
Indicative budget
Indicative, from around €190 per person excluding VAT for a private boat cruise with a light dinner for a group of around twenty, excluding drinks and transfers. Pricing varies with the vessel, the group size and the menu.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the drive from Geneva take?
Annecy is reached from Geneva airport by car or coach in roughly one hour, depending on traffic and the route. Groups are usually transferred by private coach.
Can the cruise be held in winter?
Yes, on request. Winter cruises are possible when the operator runs its winter programme, but conditions are colder and daylight is shorter, so the timing and the dress code are adapted.
Can the boat be used for a speech or a presentation?
Short speeches during the dinner are common. A formal presentation requires a suitable space and sound equipment, which we check with the operator before the booking.
