Miami: Private Boat Tour Biscayne Bay & Miami River

Two Hours on the Water, No Crowds, Your Drinks

You get a private 2-hour cruise through Miami River and Biscayne Bay with a licensed captain, music, cooler with ice, and bottled water included. Bring your own drinks (no glass), sunscreen, and sunglasses. The boat holds up to six people and is yours alone for the duration, with no fixed itinerary. You and your captain decide where to linger. Book ahead and plan extra travel time to the marina.

Step-by-step itinerary

Miami Bay private boat tour

• Board private boat VR6
• Cruise Miami River scenic route
• Enjoy music and good vibes
• Bring your own drinks
• Explore Biscayne Bay views
• See Miami skyline and islands
• Relax and socialize on board
• Return to dock after 2 hours

The experience

The moment you step onto the VR6 (a 22-foot boat reserved entirely for your group). You realize this isn't the packed tour boat experience. Max six people, which means you're not jockeying for rail space or waiting for someone else's photo. The captain, licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard, knows the Miami River inside out, and the first part of the cruise takes you through it, past the kind of waterfront homes and hidden corners that don't make the postcard circuit. The river's narrower, more intimate somehow, and then you open up into Biscayne Bay and suddenly the whole skyline spreads in front of you.

Two hours sounds short until you're actually out there. The boat has a Bluetooth stereo, so music plays while you're cruising, and there's a cooler with ice on board. You bring whatever drinks you want (no glass, they're strict about that), and it just sits there waiting. No one's upselling you overpriced cocktails or rushing you through stops. You set the pace. Some groups anchor off one of the tropical islands and just float there. Others want to cruise the whole bay and see the luxury homes clustered along the water. The captain reads the group and adjusts. Bottled water's included, sunscreen's your job, and the whole thing has the feel of borrowing a friend's boat rather than buying a ticket to a tour.

The boat's reserved for your group only, which changes everything about how the day feels. You're not competing with strangers for the best spot or waiting for a guide to finish talking to someone else's question. Weather can affect things (they have a policy, and you'll want to check that before you book), and getting to the marina takes planning because there's no parking on-site, so factor in extra time, especially if you're coming during rush hour. But once you're on the water, that logistical stuff falls away.

What’s included

• Your day includes the 2-hour private boat cruise through Miami River and Biscayne Bay, a cooler stocked with ice, bottled water, Bluetooth music system, fuel, and a U.S.
• Coast Guard-licensed captain.
• You bring your own drinks (no glass), sunscreen, and sunglasses.
• The boat is reserved exclusively for your group of up to six people.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 21:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (1 to 17 years) · Infant (under 1)

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.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bruschi Boat Rental

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Miami from the water without the crowds or the markup of a big tour boat: the private reservation and small group size mean you move at your own pace and keep the whole experience relaxed.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 17 years); Infant (under 1).

What's included in the Miami private boat tour?

The 2-hour cruise, cooler with ice, bottled water, Bluetooth music system, and fuel. You bring your own drinks (no glass bottles).

How many people can go on the boat?

Up to 6 passengers maximum, including infants. The boat is reserved exclusively for your group.

Do I need a captain's license to be on the boat?

No. The captain is U.S. Coast Guard licensed and operates the boat. Passengers don't need any license or experience.

Can I bring alcohol?

Yes, you can bring your own drinks, but no glass containers are allowed on the boat.

How long is the tour?

The cruise is 2 hours, starting on the Miami River and moving into Biscayne Bay.

Is parking available at the marina?

No parking is available at the marina. Plan extra time for traffic and parking nearby, especially during rush hour.

What happens if the weather is bad?

A weather policy applies. Check the terms before booking, as conditions can affect the tour.

Can I bring my own music?

The boat has a Bluetooth stereo, so you can connect your phone or device to play your own music.