Palm Beach Yacht Charter: Captain, Stewardess & Peanut Island

Anchor offshore at Peanut Island and jump straight into the water from the boat's side.

A private yacht charter in Palm Beach puts you on a 51-foot boat with a USCG-licensed captain and professional stewardess for four hours, cruising the Intracoastal and anchoring at Peanut Island. You sail past the Flagler Museum, historic estates, Trump's Mar-A-Lago and Sylvester Stallone's beachfront property, then stop to swim, snorkel or lounge on floating pads while the crew serves cocktails and charcuterie. Complimentary water, soda and snacks are included. You bring your own food and alcohol, and the captain handles all navigation and docking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private yacht charter and island activities

• Board 51' yacht in West Palm Beach
• Cruise past Palm Beach mansions and landmarks
• View Flagler Museum and historic homes
• Pass Trump’s Mar-A-Lago and Stallone's estate
• See mega yachts docked downtown
• Stop at Peanut Island for swimming and snorkeling
• Enjoy lunch while anchored at Peanut Island
• Optional paddle board rental at Peanut Island
• Cruise to the Breakers Hotel reef
• Swim and snorkel at the reef

The experience

The boat leaves the dock with a professional crew who manage the helm while you settle in with a cocktail. You'll cruise the Intracoastal with unobstructed views of the shoreline: the Flagler Museum's 100,000-square-foot mansion built in 1903, the historic Ducks Nest and Bethesda by the Sea, Mar-A-Lago, and Stallone's private beach estate all pass within sight. Mega yachts line the downtown waterfront. The captain navigates at a pace that lets you take it in without rushing.

Peanut Island is the anchor stop. You can jump off the side of the boat to swim and snorkel the reef, or stay aboard on the floating sunbathing pads. The crew will have lunch ready while you're anchored. Paddle boards are available to rent for $50 each if you want to explore further. Keep watch for manatees, stingrays, sea turtles and giant orange starfish in the shallows. The boat then cruises down to the Breakers Hotel, where you can swim and snorkel the reef again before heading back.

Your stewardess handles the details: craft cocktails made to order, charcuterie boards assembled fresh, plates, cups and utensils all provided. Bottled water, ice, soda and chips are complimentary. You bring the food and alcohol you want aboard, and the crew takes care of the rest. A sunset cruise option adds champagne and appetizers if you prefer an evening departure.

What’s included

• USCG-licensed captain and professional stewardess.
• complimentary bottled water, ice, soda and snacks.
• plates, cups, utensils and serving platters.
• four hours on the water with stops at Peanut Island and the Breakers Hotel reef.
• craft cocktails and charcuterie boards made by your stewardess (you bring the food and alcohol).
• floating sunbathing pads at Peanut Island.
• option to add a sunset cruise with champagne and appetizers.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 14:30 and 19:00

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Yacht Day Charter

Is this one for you?This is a private charter, so your group has the boat to itself and the crew's full attention. Choose it if you want to control the pace, linger at Peanut Island as long as you like, and have a stewardess handle the details (cocktails, food prep, cleanup), while you relax. The fixed four-hour window fits a half-day schedule without eating up your whole day in Palm Beach.

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Top questions

What exactly do I see cruising past Palm Beach on the water?

The Flagler Museum, a 75-room mansion built in 1903 as a wedding gift; historic Palm Beach estates including Ducks Nest and Bethesda by the Sea; Trump's Mar-A-Lago Resort; Sylvester Stallone's beachfront property; and rows of mega yachts docked downtown. All are visible from the water with unobstructed views.

Can I actually swim and snorkel at Peanut Island, or just look at it?

You can jump off the boat and swim, snorkel the reef, or stay aboard on floating sunbathing pads. Paddle boards are available to rent for $50 each if you want to paddle out further and explore the shallows, where you might spot manatees, stingrays, sea turtles and starfish.

What does the stewardess provide, and what do I need to bring?

The stewardess makes craft cocktails and charcuterie boards, and provides complimentary bottled water, soda, ice and snacks. You bring your own food and alcohol. Pack a lunch or ask the crew for catering recommendations. Bring your own towels as well.

How long is the charter, and what's included in the price?

The charter runs four hours and includes the USCG-licensed captain and professional stewardess, all plates, cups, utensils and serving platters, plus complimentary water, soda and snacks. A 20% gratuity for the captain and crew is optional at checkout.

Is this a shared boat or private?

This is a private charter: your group books the entire 51-foot yacht. Only your party is aboard.