Miami: 2-Hour Private Yacht Cruise & Star Island

Rent a Private Yacht in Miami & Cruise Past Star Island

You get a private 34-37ft yacht for two hours with a captain, up to twelve guests, and stops at Star Island and the Venetian Islands. Bring your own drinks and snacks, use the onboard Bluetooth speaker, and swim in clear water whenever you want. The boat departs from Bayside Marketplace with restroom access and ice included, so you're not arranging transport, a guide, or paying for overpriced drinks on the water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private 2-hour yacht cruise in Miami

• Board private yacht in Miami
• Cruise past Star Island
• View Venetian Islands
• See Miami skyline
• Relax and sunbathe on deck
• Swim in clear waters
• Enjoy captain's guided route
• Bring and enjoy drinks and snacks

The experience

So you're thinking about getting a boat for the afternoon: yeah, that's the move. A 34 to 37-foot vessel holds up to twelve people, which means you're not cramped with strangers, and the captain knows exactly where to take you. The whole thing runs two hours, which is long enough to actually feel like you've left, but short enough that nobody's bored or sunburned into oblivion. You depart from Bayside Marketplace, so parking and getting there isn't some odyssey.

The route hits the things you actually want to see: Star Island (where the big houses are), the Venetian Islands, and the Miami skyline doing its thing in the background. You can swim in the water if you want (it's clear enough that it's worth it), or just sit and let the boat do the work. The captain's there to make sure the ride is smooth and to point out where you're going, but it's not a tour where someone's talking at you the whole time. You bring your own drinks and snacks, which sounds like a small thing until you realize you're not paying bar prices and you get to drink what you actually like.

What comes with it: the captain, a cooler with ice and water, landing fees, a working restroom onboard, and a Bluetooth speaker so you can play your own music. The person booking has to go on the boat and sign a Bareboat Charter Agreement (that's a USCG thing, not negotiable), and you'll pick your captain when you reserve. Weather can change plans, so check the policy before you lock it in. If you've got small kids, they can come. Service animals are fine too.

What’s included

Your two-hour private yacht cruise includes a captain, a cooler stocked with ice and water, landing and facility fees, an onboard restroom, and a Bluetooth-enabled radio so you can play your own music. You bring your own drinks and snacks, and the boat departs from Bayside Marketplace.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sundancer 37Up to 12 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 6 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 21:00Holds up to 12 passengers. Runs for 2 hours. Sundancer 37 ft: if you'd like a particular boat, reach out to the company for photos before you book.

Sundancer 34Up to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 6 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 21:00A 34 ft yacht that fits 10 people. Lasts 2 hours. Miami: sets off from the Miami River, then cruises around Biscayne Bay or Star Island, based on what you prefer. 34 ft yacht.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 21:00

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.Operator's directions: “Call to Arrange pick up instructions.”

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

Paid on siteUS$ 140

Prices and times updated today

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Bruschi Boat Rental

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to take a group out on the water without arranging a captain, permits, or paying restaurant prices for drinks: the fixed two-hour window and included cooler mean you show up and the logistics are handled.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

How many people can fit on the yacht?

Up to 12 guests, depending on the vessel size (34 to 37 feet).

What's included in the price?

Captain, cooler with ice and water, landing and facility fees, onboard restroom, and a Bluetooth speaker for your music.

Can I bring my own drinks and food?

Yes, you bring your own drinks and snacks to make the experience more personal.

Where does the boat depart from?

Bayside Marketplace in Miami.

Can I swim during the cruise?

Yes, you can take a refreshing swim in the water during the two-hour cruise.

Is there a restroom on the boat?

Yes, there's a restroom onboard.

Can I play my own music?

Yes, the boat has a radio with Bluetooth so you can play your own music.

What do I need to do to book?

The person making the reservation must go on the boat and sign a Bareboat Charter Agreement. You'll also select a captain when you reserve, as required by USCG law.