Miami Sunset Cruise: Champagne & No Name Harbour with Private Boat

The Sunset Spot Locals Keep Quiet About, Now You're Going

You board in Coconut Grove and head straight to No Name Harbour, Miami's best sunset viewing spot, where you choose between anchoring in open water or standing on The Cleat rock formation. The boat includes a floating water mat, premium sound system for your own music, cooler with ice, and optional champagne. You can bring additional drinks and snacks. A USCG-licensed captain (you can select which one) handles the boat while you watch the sunset without crowds or time pressure, returning to Coconut Grove as the light fades.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise and scenic views

• Board boat in Coconut Grove
• Enjoy views of luxury district
• Head towards No Name Harbour
• Choose to anchor or dock at The Cleat
• Watch the sunset over water

The experience

I didn't expect the boat to leave straight from Coconut Grove without sitting in a river queue for twenty minutes. That alone changes the whole thing. You're moving toward the water almost immediately, past the district's high-rises and into the kind of light that makes you stop checking your phone. The vessel is comfortable, nothing flashy, but it's built to get you out there and back without the filler. A USCG-licensed captain runs the boat, and you can actually request which one you want beforehand, which is the kind of detail that matters when you're paying for a private experience.

No Name Harbour is where the magic happens, and it's genuinely the best sunset spot in Miami: the kind of place that doesn't show up in the obvious guides. Once you arrive, you choose: stay anchored in open water or step onto "The Cleat," this astonishing rock formation that's basically the front-row seat to the whole show. The water's calm enough that the floating mat stays steady if you want to sit there, and the sound system lets you play whatever you want, so it's your soundtrack, not someone else's playlist. Bring your own drinks and snacks, or request champagne when you book: either way, there's a cooler with ice waiting.

The whole thing is built around not rushing. No crowds, no schedule pressure, just the sun doing what it does best while you're actually there to see it. Whether you come with someone or alone, the boat holds a small group, so it never feels like a cattle-call tour. The departure point in Coconut Grove means you're starting in one of Miami's most expensive neighborhoods, and you're leaving from there straight into the water: no transfers, no waiting around.

What’s included

• Departure from Coconut Grove with no river idling time.
• private USCG-licensed captain of your choice.
• access to No Name Harbour and The Cleat viewing spot.
• floating water mat.
• premium sound system to play your own music.
• cooler with ice.
• champagne upon request.
• BYOB for additional drinks and snacks.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 18:30

Book up to1h before

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Departure and drop-off location is by Monty's at Coconut Grove.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 90

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Boatmiamiboat -Boat rental tours in Miami-

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a private sunset experience without arranging your own boat, captain, or figuring out where the actual best viewing spot is: the fixed location and small-group format mean you get the premium sunset without the logistics.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What time does the sunset cruise depart?

The exact departure time depends on the sunset time for your date. Contact the operator to confirm the specific time for your booking.

Can I bring my own alcohol?

Yes, BYOB is allowed. You can bring your own drinks and snacks, or request champagne when you book.

Is the floating water mat safe?

Yes, the floating mat is part of the boat's equipment. It's stable in the calm waters of No Name Harbour.

Can I choose my captain?

Yes, independent USCG-licensed captains are available for selection when you book.

Are infants allowed on the cruise?

Infants 2 years old or younger are not permitted on this cruise.

Do I need to arrange transportation to Coconut Grove?

Public transportation options are available nearby the departure location. You can also arrange your own transport or rideshare to Coconut Grove.

What if the weather is bad?

Contact the operator directly about their weather policy and rescheduling options.