Miami: Private Luxury Yacht Charter with 2 Jet Skis & Floating Mat

A 50-Foot Yacht, Two Jet Skis, and the Whole Miami Waterfront to Yourself

You get a private 50-foot yacht for up to 13 guests, a USCG captain, and a choice of routes: Miami River sightseeing, Biscayne Bay city views, or full-day anchors at Marine Stadium or Nixon Sandbar with swimming and jet ski time included. Fuel, crew, and marina fees are separate and paid directly to third parties. Confirm your captain before arrival to avoid delays.

Step-by-step itinerary

Luxury yacht sightseeing and activities

• Depart from Chamonix Marina
• Cruise along Miami River
• View luxury yachts and waterfront homes
• Pass restaurants Kiki on the River and Seaspice
• Enjoy Brickell and Downtown Miami skyline
• Cruise Biscayne Bay and Port of Miami
• Anchor at Marine Stadium
• Swim and relax on floating mat
• Use jet skis
• Return to Chamonix Marina

The experience

The captain was already checking lines when we pulled up to Chamonix Marina: a detail that stuck with me because he'd confirmed everything the day before, which apparently matters more than you'd think. Turns out US Coast Guard regulations mean you have to pick your captain in advance or risk a delay when you arrive, so that one phone call saved the whole morning. The boat itself sits low and wide, built to hold thirteen people without feeling crowded, and the moment you cast off from the marina the city noise just drops away.

The route depends on how much time you book. Two hours keeps you on the Miami River, cruising past working shipyards and waterfront restaurants like Kiki and Seaspice, with the Brickell skyline climbing up behind you. Three hours pushes into Biscayne Bay and the Port of Miami. But if you go four hours or longer, that's when the jet skis come out. Marine Stadium is the anchor point for most people: shallow enough to jump in, with a floating mat you can sprawl on between rides. The water there is warm and clear, and the captain cuts the engines so it's just you, your group, and whatever music you've loaded onto the Bluetooth system. Six hours gives you time to actually relax instead of rushing between swims and jet ski turns. The eight-hour Nixon Sandbar option is different. You cruise the same sightseeing loop but spend most of the afternoon in that crystal-clear shallow water, which is its own kind of thing if you want to maximize time on the water without feeling like you're checking boxes.

What you need to know upfront: this isn't an all-inclusive price. The marina fee is $200, fuel runs $100 per hour, and crew payment is another $100 per hour. Those go straight to third parties, not through the booking company, which is a Coast Guard thing. If you want to ride the jet skis yourself, Florida law requires a boating safety test ($13.99) if you were born after January 1988. Punctuality matters because late arrivals don't extend your charter time, and if you show up too late to use the jet skis, that cost doesn't come back. The captain and crew are USCG-licensed, bottled water and ice are on board, and life jackets are there if anyone needs them. Bring your own food and drinks or ask about catering when you book. The captain can advise on what works.

Contact the operator before you finalize anything. That confirmation call isn't a formality. It locks in your captain, your departure time, and keeps you from arriving to find a two-hour delay or a change of location. Availability shifts depending on how far ahead you book, but they'll work to give you your preferred time or something close to it.

What’s included

• Your charter includes a USCG-licensed captain, bottled water, ice, a floating mat, life jackets, and Bluetooth audio to play your own music.
• Two jet skis are available on four-hour charters and longer.
• Marina pickup fee ($200), fuel ($100 per hour), and crew payment ($100 per hour) are paid separately to third parties and are not included in the yacht price.

Options for this experience

6 options

2-hour tour without jet ski, no stopsUp to 13 people · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeDuration: 2 hours

3-hour tour, without jet skiUp to 13 people · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeLuxury yacht, duration 3 hours

4 hours with 2 jet skisUp to 13 people · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeLuxury yacht, duration 5 hours

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6 hours with 2 jet ski ridesUp to 13 people · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeLuxury yacht, duration 6 hours

7 Hours TourUp to 1 people · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeDuration: 7 hours

8 hours with 2 jet ski ridesUp to 13 people · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeLuxury yacht, duration 8 hours

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 day

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$ 439

Prices and times updated yesterday

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Book my Boat

Is this one for you?Right for groups of up to 13 who want a private boat and Miami's waterfront without arranging a captain or handling logistics themselves. Expect to pay additional fees for fuel and crew beyond the charter price, and plan to confirm your captain before arrival to avoid delays on the day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What's included in the yacht charter price?

The 50-foot yacht, USCG-licensed captain, bottled water, ice, floating mat, life jackets, and Bluetooth audio. Fuel ($100/hr), crew payment ($100/hr), and marina pickup fee ($200) are paid separately to third parties.

How long are the different charter options?

Two hours (Miami River only), three hours (Miami River and Biscayne Bay), four hours (city tour plus Marine Stadium swim stop), six hours (extended relaxation at Marine Stadium), or eight hours (Nixon Sandbar or Marine Stadium experience).

Are the jet skis included?

Yes, two jet skis are included with charters of four hours or longer. Florida law requires operators born after January 1, 1988, to pass a boating safety test ($13.99) before riding.

What happens if we arrive late?

Late arrivals do not extend charter time. Any time lost is forfeited, and if you arrive too late to use the jet skis, that cost is not refunded because they are pre-booked exclusively for your charter.

Do we need to confirm anything before the day of the charter?

Yes. US Coast Guard regulations require you to confirm your captain in advance. Contact the operator before your trip to avoid a 1–2 hour delay or change of departure location on the day.

Can we bring food and drinks?

Yes, you can bring your own. Ask the operator about catering options when you book if you'd prefer food prepared for you.

What's the maximum group size?

Up to 13 guests. Infants can ride in a stroller or sit on an adult's lap.

Is there a swimming stop?

Only on charters of four hours or longer. The two and three-hour options are sightseeing only, with no swimming stop.