The 15 Best Miami Yacht Charters

1.Best of Miami: Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,462 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) Our pick

Book a private Miami boat charter for your group of up to 10, with two to four hours on the Miami River and Biscayne Bay. You can bring food and drinks, play your own music, and choose a relaxed sightseeing cruise or a longer water outing. Captains such as Fernando, Eli, Omar, and Jasiel have been praised for friendly service and local insight.

“Our guide was Eduardo Martinez. He was fluent in both English and Spanish, and before the tour started, he explained emergency procedures and basic boat operation, which made us feel very safe and well prepared. During the tour, he shared interesting stories about Miami and took care of all the details and requests. Thanks to him, our family had a truly enjoyable time. If we have the opportunity, we would definitely book the same guide again.”

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2.2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

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

Spend two hours on a private yacht, passing Bayside Marketplace and Star Island’s famous homes. Bring your own food, drinks, and music; a cooler with ice, Bluetooth audio, and a restroom are onboard. You must select a captain and sign a charter agreement, and the $98.19-per-person fare has separate fuel and captain fees.

“Ride was great Eduardo was excellent we really enjoyed the ride with reprimand booking again great experience.”

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3.Ft. Lauderdale Mini Powerboat Rental. Canal, Yacht, Mansion Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 494 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

At Las Olas Paddle Boards, staff explain how to operate your mini powerboat and provide a route map before you set off on a self-guided hour through Fort Lauderdale’s waterways. You can take in yachts, waterfront mansions, and mangroves at your own pace. No boating experience is needed, but drivers born after 1987 must get a temporary boating license before arrival.

“Fun, quick excursion and great way to see the yachts and mansions. I was a little nervous about operating the boat but it was really easy and you go pretty slow for most of the time (it’s nearly all low or no wake zones). Went with my 14 yo daughter and she enjoyed it too.”

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4.Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150

Captain Dan leads a private Fort Lauderdale sailing charter for up to six people. Cruise the New River past homes, yachts, and Port Everglades, then sail toward the Atlantic when conditions allow. Bring food and drinks, take a turn at the helm, or make time for a swim.

“Fantastic trip with Captain Dan. To rough to snorkel. But great sailing experience and a swim stop. Great trip.”

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5.4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Board an air-conditioned boat near Fort Lauderdale Beach for a four-hour reef-fishing trip, with morning, afternoon, or night departures. The captain and mate supply bait, tackle, and fishing licenses, help you work the lines, and clean eligible catches at the dock. You’ll also cruise past Millionaires Row, with snapper, grouper, porgies, jacks, and kingfish among the possible catches.

“It's a small fish trip. We didn't realize that if you want to catch something bigger you need to do a sport fish trip. The staff were all great. We did have fun.”

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6.Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $184

Set out from Bahia Mar Yachting Center on a private Fort Lauderdale yacht charter, with a captain and a route you can shape around mansion-lined waterways, a sandbar swim, or a waterfront meal. Choose two, four, or six hours. Ice and bottled water are provided, and you can bring food and drinks. Ask about the boat model, passenger limit, and captain fee before booking.

“This was a great cruise. The tour operator gave great communication throughout the process and answered all of my questions. We went with Captain Andre, who is very friendly. He greeted us and gave us all of the directions. He even gave me courage to walk to the front of the Yacht lol The yacht was clean and beautiful, with a great sound system. Whether you’re looking to have fun with friends (a lively atmosphere), or enjoy a cozy sail as a couple, it’s the perfect setting. I would definitely book again.”

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7.Miami Sightseeing Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 333 reviews · from $18Best value

Take a 75-minute, English and Spanish narrated cruise from Bayfront Park aboard a two-level boat. You’ll pass celebrity homes, South Beach, Fisher Island and the Port of Miami, then return with skyline views. Seating is first come, the outdoor deck is limited, and drinks and snacks cost extra.

“Nice trip while waiting on our flight home. Drinks were too expensive. Staff friendly. The boat was an older model well kept. Restrooms were clean and smelled fresh. The camera person taking pics before boarding should actually look at the pic before saving. I'm a beautiful woman. However on the pic I looked like one od the ugly step sisters.”

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8.4-Hour Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $148

Sail with Captain Charlie on the Daffy, a four-hour charter for up to six people. Cruise Fort Lauderdale’s New River, Port Everglades, and Intracoastal Waterway, with the option to sail offshore or stay docked. Bring your own food and drinks, take a turn at the helm, and keep an eye out for dolphins, manatees, turtles, and porpoises.

“Great experience! Great atmosphere! The captain is very experienced and had lots of stories to tell!”

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9.Private Boat Charter Guided and Tailored Experience

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

Cruise Miami River, Biscayne Bay, and the island neighborhoods with a private captain, passing Star Island mansions and the Downtown skyline. Choose two to five hours, from a quick highlights trip to a sandbar outing, and bring your own snacks and drinks. Captain and fuel fees are paid separately.

“We had so much fun , Omar was the best guide ! Would totally recommend to book him he is such a sweet captain , we had the best visit ever with him and the boat is actually very nice !”

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10.BYOB Private Yacht Cruise Play Your Own Music

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

Take a two-hour private yacht cruise around Miami Bay for up to 10 or 12 people. Bring drinks for the cooler and a playlist for the Bluetooth speakers as you pass Brickell, the port, and Bayside Marketplace. Captains on past trips include Daniel, Aleksandar, and Jorge, though your captain may differ.

“I had an amazing time! Jorge was my captain and he was awesome. We got to play our music the whole time with no interruptions. I will totally be booking again when I’m back in Miami. Oh and not to mention the complementary champagne!”

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11.Blue Heron Drift Fishing Family Friendly Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 202 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Board a Blue Heron drift-fishing boat in Jupiter for about four hours on Florida’s nearshore reefs. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license are included, and the crew helps beginners as well as experienced anglers. Choose a morning or afternoon trip, and expect coastal views, shared fishing space, and catches that can range from snapper to kingfish.

“You can bring your own gear and bait. Staff is great will help all they can.our trip caught mainly yellow tail snapper and bonita”

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12.Miami Big Game Deep Sea Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Mark the Shark and his crew for a private, roughly five-hour offshore fishing charter. Mark is a record-holding big-game angler, and underwater cameras capture the action below the boat. The group rate is $1,000, but confirm the departure dock, passenger limit, and what food and drinks are supplied before you go.

“Great crew, great experience. Looking forward to my next charter. Mark and Russ don't disappoint. They know what they're doing and are very helpful in guiding you through the process”

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13.Private Sportfishing Charter For Up To 6 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews

Meet the captain and mate at Lady Pamela II Sportfishing in Hollywood for a private fishing trip of about four hours. Your group of up to six gets bait, tackle, fishing licenses, ice, and coolers, with sharks as the main target and mahi-mahi, tuna, or sailfish also possible. Bring your own food and drinks.

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14.2 to 6 hours Private Yacht Cruise around Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.)

Cruise Fort Lauderdale’s waterways on a private yacht for two to six hours, with your own group of up to 10. Expect canal views, waterfront homes and yachts, plus a pass by the river wharf. Captains including Simon and Andre have led trips with sightseeing, music and, on some longer outings, time near the ocean or a sandbar. Captain fees are extra.

“This is our second time doing this tour and it was amazing. highly recommended. This time we had a chance to see christmas lights and the guide was very responsive and accommodating.”

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15.60 Minute Small Group Semi Private Everglades River Of Grass Airboat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $79

Take a roughly one-hour airboat ride through the Everglades Wildlife Management Area with an FWC-certified captain. The boat carries no more than eight people, with tiered seats, headsets, rain gear, and drinks included. Captains such as Mike and Joe stop to point out alligators, birds, and native plants while explaining the ecosystem and restoration work.

“Mike was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable about the area and wildlife, and excellent with the airboat. Highly recommend!”

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