Group catamarans on Biscayne Bay for 12-30 guests — captain & crew included, full-day from $2,400.
Key takeaways — Catamaran Rental in Miami: Sailing and power catamarans 50-80ft for group day-charters in Miami. Departures from Miami Beach Marina or Sea Isle. Most-booked: bachelorettes, birthday parties, corporate outings, Sandbar Saturdays.
Transparent catamaran rental pricing in Miami. All rates include captain & fuel.
| Vessel | Capacity | Price / Day | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Catamaran 50-55ft | 12-18 guests | from $2,400 | Star Island loop, sunset cruises |
| Sailing Catamaran 60-70ft | 18-25 guests | from $3,200 | Sandbar Saturdays, bachelorettes |
| Mega Catamaran 75ft+ | 25-30 guests | from $4,500 | Weddings, corporate, full-day |
All rates include captain, fuel, and safety equipment. Food and beverages extra.
Miami's catamaran market is segmented by use case more than by vessel size. The 50-65ft power catamarans are workhorses for daytime party charters — fast transit to the Sandbar, good shade, room for 15-20 guests dancing, and a 4-hour minimum that works for sunset events. The 70ft+ sailing catamarans are the wedding-and-corporate segment: slower, prettier, with full crew and catering setup.
The geographical advantage in Miami is that you do not have to travel far for the iconic backdrops. Star Island and the Hibiscus Island mansions are 10 minutes from Miami Beach Marina. The Sandbar at Key Biscayne is 25 minutes south. A catamaran charter here typically does multiple stops in a day — anchor at Star Island for an hour, move to mid-Biscayne Bay for swimming, then sunset back to the marina. Lanchas can do the same route, but the catamaran adds the shaded saloon and sound system that make a 4-hour charter feel like a full day.
Pricing reflects USCG-licensed crew requirements, dockage costs, and the year-round operating season. Miami catamarans run more expensive than Cartagena but less than the Mediterranean. The premium buys you a reliable schedule, professional crew, and immediate access to one of the most photographed yacht backdrops in the world.
Three signature Miami catamaran routes — each works with a different vessel size and time block.
4 hours from Miami Beach Marina. Cruise past Star Island and Hibiscus Island mansions, anchor mid-bay for swimming. Catamarans handle the bay chop better than monohulls.
25 minutes south. Catamarans anchor side-by-side with the Saturday fleet — flat decks make for natural dance floors. Most-booked for bachelorettes and birthdays.
60 minutes south to the historic stilt houses in Biscayne Bay National Park. Quieter than the bay party scene — feels like escape from the city.
2-3 hours along the Miami Beach shoreline as the sun sets behind the skyline. Champagne aboard, music, photographer add-ons popular for content.
Power catamarans (50-55ft, 12-18 guests) start at $2,400 for a 4-hour minimum charter, or $4,000 for full-day. Sailing catamarans (60-70ft, 18-25 guests) from $3,200 / 4-hour. Mega catamarans (75ft+) from $4,500. Florida 7% fuel surcharge applies.
4-hour minimum charters are industry-standard in South Florida. Full-day (8-hour) charters are approximately 1.6× the 4-hour rate. Many catamaran charters are booked specifically for the 4-hour slot to align with sunset timing.
The three main departure marinas are Miami Beach Marina (south end of South Beach), Sea Isle Marina (downtown / Brickell area), and Bayside Marketplace marina. Most catamarans can depart from any with advance notice; we coordinate based on your hotel location.
Yes. The flat upper deck of a 60-75ft catamaran is one of the best on-water party platforms in Miami — fits 20-25 guests dancing comfortably, includes built-in sound system and shaded saloon, and pairs naturally with a Saturday Sandbar route.
Single-day trips to Bimini are technically possible (about 50 nautical miles, 2.5-3 hours each way) but require specific catamarans equipped for offshore travel and customs clearance at both ends. Most groups do an overnight or 2-day charter for Bimini instead.
Message us on WhatsApp at +1 (954) 890-0266 with your date, group size (12+), and preferred route. We respond within 2 hours during business hours and lock in the marina, slip, and crew the same day.
From $3200. Captain & crew included. Same-day availability for most dates. We respond on WhatsApp within 2 hours.