Private Tour
Best of Miami: Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience
Overview
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Experience Miami the way it’s meant to be seen—on your own private boat, with the flexibility to make the day exactly what you want. With multiple options available, you can choose between sightseeing, island stops, sandbar time, or a sunset cruise, all tailored to your group.
This is the Miami’s top-rated private boat charter experience, known for delivering a smooth, well-organized experience from start to finish. Every trip is fully private, so you won’t be sharing the boat with strangers—just your group enjoying the water at your own pace.
Your licensed captain handles everything and also serves as your local guide, taking you through the best routes while sharing insights about the city, landmarks, and hidden spots along the way.
With consistently excellent reviews, well-maintained boats, and a focus on transparency and service, this experience offers a more reliable, flexible, and personal way to enjoy Miami from the water.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At least one traveler must be 18 years or older.
Smoking is not allowed (Only Vapes)
Customer must leave their shoes on a basket prior to boarding.
Sunscreen must be applied prior to getting on the water, to prevent stains in the cushions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Enjoy Miami’s top-rated private boat charter experience designed for flexibility, comfort, and a more personal way to explore the city from the water. Choose between 2, 3, or 4-hour options, including sightseeing, island stops, sandbar time, or a 2-hour sunset cruise. Cruise past the Miami skyline, Port of Miami, and the iconic mansions of Star Island and Millionaire Row. Longer options allow time to anchor, swim, and relax at Monument Island or a sandbar, while sunset trips offer a front-row view of Miami’s skyline during golden hour. This is a fully private experience—only your group is on board—so you can enjoy your time without crowds. Your captain handles everything and also acts as your guide, sharing local insights along the way. The boat includes a premium sound system, cooler with ice and water, floating mat, and an onboard restroom for your comfort. Perfect for couples, families, or groups looking for a flexible, top-rated, and stress-free Miami boat experience.
What‘s Included
Bottled Water
BYOB: Bring your own drinks and snacks onboard.
Cooler with Ice
Restroom on board
Premium Sound System: Play your own Music
Floating Water Mat
Captain Surcharge - USD 50 per HOUR (Government Charge - Agreement w/ Government for Private Boats)
Fuel Surcharge - USD 50 Per Booking (Government Charge - Agreement w/ Government for Private Boats)
Options
4th of July Fireworks Charter
Duration: 4 hours: Pay in Destination Terms: $250 (Up to 10 Guests) for Captain and Fuel Surcharges.
4-Hour Private Charter: 2026 Fireworks Show Experience in Miami
2-Hour Sunset & Champagne
Pay in Destination Terms: $150 (Up to 10 Guests) for Captain and Fuel Surcharges.
Must be paid separately from the online booking on all private tours.
Tour: Sunset & Champagne: Enjoy Miami’s stunning sunset with skyline views and a complimentary bottle of champagne to toast the evening.
Duration: 2 hours
Modern 29' SeaRay SDX Boat: Luxury Deck Boat with Premium Sound, Shade, and Plush Lounge Seating – Perfect for Groups & Sunset Cruising.
2-Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Pay in Destination Terms: $150 (Up to 10 Guests) for Captain and Fuel Surcharges.
Must be paid separately from the online booking on all private tours.
Tour: Sightseeing Charter: Explore Miami's iconic coastline on a 2-hour sightseeing tour, featuring landmarks like Star Island and the Downtown skyline.
Duration: 2 hours
Modern 29' SeaRay SDX Boat: Luxury Deck Boat with Premium Sound, Shade, and Plush Lounge Seating – Perfect for Groups & Sunset Cruising.
4-Hour Miami Half-Day Charter
Pay in Destination Terms: $250 (Up to 10 Guests) for Captain and Fuel Surcharges.
Must be paid separately from the online booking on all private tours.
Tour: Miami Half Day Charter: Ultimate Miami Experience: Enjoy the unique half-day tour. Anchor to party with stunning city views, and celebrate in style.
Duration: 4 hours
Modern 29' SeaRay SDX Boat: Luxury Deck Boat with Premium Sound, Shade, and Plush Lounge Seating – Perfect for Groups & Sunset Cruising.
3-Hour Sight & Island Stop
Pay in Destination Terms: $200 (Up to 10 Guests) for Captain and Fuel Surcharges.
Must be paid separately from the online booking on all private tours.
Tour: Sight & Splash Charter: Enjoy the amazing Miami sightseeing tour, with an hour of fun on a complimentary floating mat next to Monument Island.
Duration: 3 hours
Modern 29' SeaRay SDX Boat: Luxury Deck Boat with Premium Sound, Shade, and Plush Lounge Seating – Perfect for Groups & Sunset Cruising.
Reviews
1,642 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect way to spend the day
Stacey V,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Overlan was friendly, knowledgeable and fun! Highly recommend this tour- definitely go at least 3 hours
Lots of fun and thank you Captain Overlan
Peter A,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Overlan was terrific and extremely attentive. The boat ride was a blast. We are Miami natives and have been on a couple of different charters and will definitely be back. Love how smooth everything went and we had so much fun.
Experience was great. The...
Perry H,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Experience was great. The captain was helpful and told us what celebrities lived in what house. Had a nice tour and will return
Awesome experience!
Gary D,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ortega was awesome and friendly! Will come back again! Boat was nice and new. Routes were cool to take great pictures and videos
Beautiful experience
Benoit D,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience.🤩🤩🤩 We left from the starting point towards Miami Bay. Right from the start, full of eyes overlooking the towers. Then head to the islands and homes of billionaires with houses all more impressive and beautiful than each other. Swimming with a view of the Miami skyline. On the return we had the chance to see dolphins 🐬. Many thanks to Raydel Hernandez our very professional and exciting captain in his explanations. Outing suitable even for children., to do absolutely 👍
10 out 10!
Excursion378261,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had such a great experience with Ray. He was attentive and kind, and ensured we felt safe and prepared during our entire experience. His vast experience made us feel in great care. My family and I appreciated his service and will def be back!
Victor, our captain, was...
Catherine G,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Victor, our captain, was absolutely amazing and the boat itself was awesome. 10/10, would recommend.
Wonderful sunset boat...
LisaBorchert,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful sunset boat tour of Miami!!!. Highly recommend selecting Jasiel Banos as your captain. Up close dolphin sightings, beautiful homes and the view was amazing
Wow what a fabulous boat trip and experience with Eli!
emmap981,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow - Eli was fabulous a great captain and host, very knowledgeable and catered to the weather and what our family wanted to see I have a travel business and travel a lot and this trip was such a wonderful experience we cannot thank him enough He also recommended a great seafood restaurant we could walk to after leaving our trip Thank you Eli!!
Best yacht experience
175purvij,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ray Morales is amazing to go to the yacht with! Definitely recommend him.
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