Private Yacht Charters in Miami: the 15 Best Boats to Book

1.Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

Spend two hours on a private Miami yacht for your own group, with a cooler, ice, restroom, Bluetooth sound system, and a captain selected through the required charter process. Cruise past Bayside Marketplace and Star Island, with sunset and evening departures especially appealing for photos.

“It was a great experience ! Jorge was a great captain ! We were so excited to book for my best friends birthday and she loved it ! We will book again when we are back !”

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2.Miami: Private Boat Charter Guided and Tailored Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 294 reviews · 2 - 5 hours

Take a private Miami River charter for up to 10 people, with a captain, restroom, cooler, ice, water, floating mat, and Bluetooth music. Cruise past Star Island, Fisher Island, and Downtown Miami, then choose a sunset ride, swimming stop, or five-hour sandbar escape.

“Captain Eduardo Martinez was an excellent choice. The trip with him was amazing from start to finish. He was always very helpful and attentive, and explained every detail of the island extremely well. He truly made the experience special. I 100% recommend traveling with him!”

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3.Miami: BYOB Private Yacht Cruise Play Your Own Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 210 reviews · from $122

Take a two-hour private Sundancer yacht cruise around Biscayne Bay for up to 10 or 12 people. Bring your own drinks, use the supplied cooler and ice, and play your music through Bluetooth speakers. You’ll pass Brickell, the port, Bayside Marketplace, and Miami’s skyline with captains such as Daniel and Aleksandar.

“Great service from Captain Daniel. Very relaxing experience, and engaging.”

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4.42 to 46 Ft Private Yacht Miami, rent for 2 our 4 hours, 12 ppl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Take a private Miami yacht around the bay for two or four hours with your own group, music, cooler, and ice. Expect skyline and mansion views, with swimming and water toys possible on longer trips. Captains such as Roberto, Pablo, and Eddy may be assigned, depending on availability.

“Everything was so nice, our captain and his mate was so friendly and nice and took some great pics with us. The ride was smooth and the weather was just right for the occasion. 5 stars all around the board. We will be booking again”

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5.Miami Bay Discovery Private Yacht Cruise with Captain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews

Cruise Biscayne Bay on a private yacht for up to 12 people with captains such as Ben, Felipe, Joseph, or Kadir. Bring drinks, use the cooler and Bluetooth speakers, request a restaurant stop, and spend about an hour swimming at Haulover sandbar.

“Great tour of Miami from the water! Captain was very nice. Boat was nice and clean. On time. Definitely recommend:)”

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6.Private Yacht Rental in Miami Up to 12 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews

Take a private 36-foot Sea Ray around Miami Bay with a captain for two to four hours. Bring your own food, drinks, and playlist, then choose between skyline sightseeing or a relaxing island stop. Captain fees, gas, and gratuity cost extra.

“They left about twenty minutes late and arrived 20 minutes early to the dock. Not an exaggeration. He only allowed us to swim for about 5 minutes because he was in a rush to get back. Overall we lost almost 40 minutes of bonding time on the boat.”

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7.Miami 2 Hours Private Yacht Tour for 13 ppl on a 50 ft Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private two-hour cruise on a 50-foot yacht with Captain Fernando, Justo, Alfonso, or another assigned captain. Bring drinks, use the cooler and Bluetooth stereo, and see Star Island, Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, and the Miami River at your own pace.

“Fernando our captain was amazing! He was so attentive to our needs. He took great photos of my family and I. He most importantly made my family and I feel comfortable our entire experience. The boat was clean and beautiful as well.”

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8.Miami Private Yacht Rental with Captain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Set out from Coconut Grove on a private yacht for up to 12 people. Your U.S. Coast Guard-approved captain takes you around Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach, sandbars, islands, and celebrity homes, with time for swimming, snorkeling, music, and sunbathing. Captain Jay is one name to request if available.

“This was a really great experience! Our Captain - Jay was so awesome, he made the experience more memorable. Very informative and warm, an all around great guy, I would definitely book again, hopefully with Jay at the helm! We were celebrating my daughter’s birthday, Jay was really accommodating to them. Thank you!!”

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9.Miami Beach: 48 Foot Private Yacht Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 32 reviews · 2 - 4 hours

Rent a private 48-foot yacht from 5400 Collins Ave for two to four hours with up to 12 people. Cruise Biscayne Bay past Miami Beach homes and skyline views, bring ready-to-eat food and drinks, and add a sunset departure for the best light. Captain Astrid has received especially warm praise.

“Pedí guía en español el capitán no hablaba español, el barco extremadamente descuidado y viejo, la atención de la tripulación nula”

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10.Miami Private Yacht Rental 2 to 4 hours for 12 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $174

You choose the pace and route on this private Miami yacht rental, from bay sightseeing to an island swimming stop. A captain handles the boat while you bring food, drinks, and music. Plan for extra captain and fuel fees, and confirm the boat’s actual passenger limit before booking.

“My group and I had the most amazing time! Thank you again for having us, hope to see you again. Gabriel took very good care of us, even before the trip started. Communication and service was great!”

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11.Miami Beach: Private Yacht Rental with Captain

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 13 reviews · 2 - 4 hours

Cruise Biscayne Bay on a private yacht for up to 13 people with a licensed captain. See waterfront mansions, watch for dolphins, then stop at Haulover Sandbar for swimming, snorkeling, music, and sunbathing. Captain Marcus has received special praise.

“I was so excited being that the description was everything I wanted. Upon arrival I seen a boat not yacht pulling up. I started to pray. Hoping this wasn’t what I paid for. This was a nightmare experience and I was extremely disappointed. After the boat arrived I try calling to and there was no answer anymore. I was completely scammed. This is extremely disappointing and very devastating. The boat was dirty with worn out equipment. It had a very bad smell. One bathroom out of order and I didn’t fell comfortably at all.”

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12.Miami: Private Yacht for up to 12 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 7 reviews

Book a private yacht for up to 12 people from 808 NW 7th Ave. An English- or Spanish-speaking guide points out Miami landmarks, while you watch for dolphins and seabirds, enjoy water, ice, and snacks, and cruise the coast at your chosen 3-to-8-hour duration.

“The 4-hour tour did not take place. I filed a complaint. At the place where the boat was supposed to wait there was a closed gate and no one answered the phone. Also the call center I called was unable to reach the tour operator. I should add that before leaving the hotel I called the operator and informed him that I was on my way. I will be expecting a full refund of the payment made as I rate this as a scam. If there were negative stars I would give max. Communication with the call center came down to only feedback that they could not reach the captain.…”

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13.Private Yacht Cruise in Miami Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 3 to 8 hours (approx.)

Take a private 50-foot flybridge yacht from Miami Beach for 3 to 8 hours. You choose the route, bring your own food, and use the swim pad, paddle boards, snorkel gear, kitchen, and Bluetooth sound system. Captain, dock, fuel, and airport fees cost extra.

“We booked a appointment the night before around 7 are rental for the boat was the next day at 1pm they did not call me till 11am to tell me that they had double booking and we we were not able to get on the boat”

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14.Private Luxury Yacht Cruise Tour in Miami Beach and Biscayne Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Cruise Biscayne Bay and the Miami River on a private yacht for up to 13 people. Captain David and his mate take you past famous mansions, stop for swimming near Miami Marine Stadium, and circle Star Island with time for photos, music, and wildlife watching.

“The experience was wonderful Captain David was great. We’ve decided to do this annually and we will book the Sea Ray every time.”

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15.Private Yacht Tour Miami

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews

Take a private yacht from 5400 Collins Avenue around Biscayne Bay, with views of South Beach, Miami’s skyline, and celebrity homes. Choose 2 to 6 hours for a birthday, sunset cruise, family outing, or small party. The boat holds up to 13, with water, ice, cups, fuel, and a floating mat included.

“Absolutely beautiful ride very nice captain recommend the experience for small groups or with family”

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