Private charters with captain — South Beach departures, Star Island flyby, sandbar stops & Biscayne Bay cruising. No shared tours. Instant quote via WhatsApp.
Get My Quote NowMiami Beach has three main departure points, each giving you access to completely different experiences. Choosing the wrong marina adds 30–45 minutes of dead transit time to your charter.
| Marina | Address | Best For | Signature Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Beach Marina | 300 Alton Rd, South Beach | Star Island, Fisher Island, South Beach skyline cruise | Star Island celebrity mansions |
| Haulover Park Marina | 10800 Collins Ave, N. Miami Beach | Haulover Sandbar, Bal Harbour Inlet, Atlantic access | Haulover Sandbar anchorage |
| Sunset Harbour | 1790 79th St Cswy, Miami Beach | Biscayne Bay, Downtown Miami skyline, Virginia Key | Miami downtown skyline at sunset |
Miami Beach private charters range from center consoles to full luxury yachts. Prices below are for fully crewed private charters (captain included, no shared vessels).
| Vessel Type | Capacity | Half Day (4 hr) | Full Day (8 hr) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Center Console 26 ft | Up to 8 | $600–$900 | $1,000–$1,500 | Sandbar, fishing, snorkeling |
| Deck Boat / Bowrider 28 ft | Up to 12 | $800–$1,100 | $1,400–$1,800 | Groups, water sports, birthday |
| Sport Yacht 40–45 ft | Up to 15 | $1,200–$1,900 | $2,200–$3,500 | Corporate events, bachelor parties |
| Luxury Yacht 60 ft | Up to 20 | $2,500–$4,200 | $4,500–$7,500 | Premium events, VIP groups |
Break-even math: 10 people splitting a 4-hour deck boat at $1,000 = $100 per person. A comparable shared public tour on GetYourGuide costs $75–$100 per person — but you share the deck with 25 strangers, follow a fixed 90-minute route, and cannot stop where you want. Private makes financial sense for any group of 8 or more.
We analyzed Nauty 360 Miami Beach booking patterns across March–April 2026 to identify which departure marinas and routes delivered the highest repeat-booking and client satisfaction rates.
| Route | Avg Duration | Group Size | Repeat Booking Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Beach → Star Island → Venetian Islands → Sandbar | 4 hrs | 6–10 | 68% |
| Haulover → Sandbar → Bakers Cut → Oleta River | 3–4 hrs | 8–12 | 74% |
| Sunset Harbour → Downtown skyline → Virginia Key → Stiltsville | 4–5 hrs | 4–8 | 71% |
| Full Bay Loop: South Beach → Key Biscayne → Coconut Grove | 6–8 hrs | 10–16 | 82% |
The Haulover Sandbar route has the highest repeat-booking rate despite being one of the shorter charters. Anchoring at the sandbar with music, shallow water, and drinks in hand delivers more perceived value per dollar than longer transit-heavy itineraries.
Licensed captain with local knowledge of Miami Beach waters. No license required from guests.
Fuel for the agreed route included. Life jackets, VHF radio, and first aid kit on all vessels.
Marine-grade speakers on all boats. Connect your playlist from day one.
Ice and cooler included. BYOB is allowed — no glass containers permitted at sea.
You want coral reef snorkeling: Biscayne Bay has silty, murky water near the popular sandbars. If underwater visibility and reef snorkeling matter to your group, book in Cancún or the Florida Keys instead.
Your budget is under $600 total: Any private charter under $600 in Miami Beach is almost certainly a shared vessel or an unlicensed captain running gray-market trips. Below that price point, neither safety nor experience quality can be guaranteed.
You need guaranteed flat water: The Atlantic side of Miami Beach gets choppy November through March. If anyone in your group is prone to seasickness, request bay-only routes or book a larger vessel (40 ft and up handles chop significantly better).
For weekends from December through April (peak season), book 7–14 days ahead. Weekdays are available with 48–72 hours notice. Same-day bookings are sometimes possible — WhatsApp us and we confirm availability within 30 minutes.
The minimum is 3 hours. Most popular routes run 4 hours. Full-day charters (8 hours) are the best value if your group wants multiple stops: sandbar, Star Island, and a swim break at Stiltsville.
Yes — BYOB is allowed and encouraged. We provide ice and a cooler. The only rule: no glass bottles (maritime safety regulation in Florida waters). Canned beer, plastic bottles, and canned cocktails are all fine.
If winds exceed 20 knots or there is an active small craft advisory, we reschedule at no charge or issue a full refund. Light rain and partly cloudy conditions do not qualify for cancellation — the boat goes out.
Technically no. Haulover Sandbar is in North Miami Beach near Haulover Park (10800 Collins Ave) — about 12 nautical miles from South Beach Marina. It is within Miami-Dade County and considered part of the greater Miami Beach boating area by all local operators.