Fort Lauderdale Private Yacht Tour: Sandbar & Sunrise Bay

Cruise to the sandbar on your own boat, swim and float at your own pace.

A private Fort Lauderdale yacht tour for groups up to 12 guests, with a captain steering a 37- or 40-foot Sundancer to Fort Lauderdale Sandbar, Sunrise Bay or another safe anchorage selected by your captain. You swim, float on the water mat, play your own music through onboard speakers, and bring your own food and drinks. The yacht includes fuel, cooler with ice and water, bathroom, and safety gear. The captain fee is paid separately at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private yacht cruise and sandbar swim

• Cruise to Fort Lauderdale sandbar
• Swim and float on water mat
• Play music via Bluetooth speakers
• Relax aboard the yacht
• Captain selects safe anchoring spot

The experience

You book the boat for your group alone: no strangers sharing the deck or the cooler. A captain handles the helm and picks the anchoring spot based on weather and conditions that day, so if the main sandbar is crowded, Sunrise Bay or another location becomes your destination instead. The 37- or 40-foot Sundancer gives you open deck space to move around, cabin space to step inside, and an onboard bathroom. Fuel is covered, so you're not paying extra to get there and back.

Once anchored, the day is yours to shape. Swim off the boat, float on the included water mat, or stay aboard and relax. Bluetooth speakers let you play your own music. A cooler stocked with ice and water sits ready. Bring whatever food and drinks suit your group: no restrictions on what you pack. Your captain stays aboard to manage the boat and answer questions, but the itinerary and the pace are entirely up to you.

The charter runs 2 or 4 hours depending on which option you choose at checkout. Captain fees are separate: $100 for the 2-hour charter or $200 for the 4-hour one. The lead traveler signs a bareboat charter agreement before departure, a requirement under U.S. Coast Guard law. A guide speaks English or Spanish.

What’s included

• Fuel.
• cooler with ice and water.
• onboard bathroom.
• Bluetooth speakers.
• water mat.
• safety items.
• captain for the duration of your charter.

Options for this experience

4 options

Guide in English or Spanish10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 20:00Private marina pickup with no pickup fee. Duration: 2 hours. Cooler with water and ice. Fort Lauderdale Sandbar visit; if conditions are poor there, we can go to Sunrise Bay instead. 40 Ft Sundancer.

37 Ft Sundancer, 2-hour duration.Guide in English or Spanish · 10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 20:00Private marina pickup with no docking fee. Duration: 2 hours. Cooler with ice and water. If conditions are not good for the Fort Lauderdale Sandbar, we can go to Sunrise Bay. 37 Ft Sundancer.

37 Ft Sundancer, 4-hour duration.Guide in English or Spanish · 10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 20:00Private marina pickup with no docking fee. Duration: 4 hours. Cooler with ice and water. Fort Lauderdale Sandbar.

40 Ft Sundancer, 4-hour duration.Guide in English or Spanish · 10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 20:00

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 20:00

Book up to2h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 100

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Bruschi Boat Rental

Is this one for you?Choose the 4-hour option if your group wants time to swim, drift, and linger without feeling rushed. The 2-hour charter works for a quick escape to the water and back. Either way, having the boat to yourselves means no waiting for deck space or sharing the cooler, and your captain adjusts the destination on the day to avoid crowds and find the calmest water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What's the difference between the Fort Lauderdale Sandbar and Sunrise Bay?

Fort Lauderdale Sandbar is the primary anchoring spot, but your captain will choose Sunrise Bay or another safe location if the sandbar is crowded or if weather and conditions make another spot more suitable for the day. Both offer the same experience: swimming, floating, and relaxing on the water with your group.

Can I bring my own food and drinks on the yacht?

Yes, you bring your own food and drinks. The cooler with ice and water is included, so you have cold storage and fresh water throughout the charter.

What's included in the yacht rental, and what costs extra?

The yacht includes fuel, cooler with ice and water, Bluetooth speakers, water mat, onboard bathroom, and safety gear. The captain fee is separate: $100 for 2 hours or $200 for 4 hours, paid at checkout.

How many people can fit on the yacht?

The private charter accommodates up to 12 guests in your group. You choose the 37-foot or 40-foot Sundancer, both of which have open deck space and cabin space.

Do I need any special license or certification to book?

The lead traveler must sign a bareboat charter agreement before departure. A captain is required under U.S. Coast Guard law and is included in the booking. You do not pilot the boat yourself.