Best of Miami: Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Miami, USA
- 2 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
With a variety of options to choose from, pick the private boat charter from Miami that best serves your needs. Celebrate a romantic occasion on a sunset cruise with Champagne or spend the day exploring Miami's hidden gems. Treat yourself to a more luxurious experience without the noisy crowds of group boat tours.
- Bring your favorite drinks and snacks onboard and store them in a cooler
- Exclusive private boat charter for you and your chosen party
- Play your own music on a premium sound system
- Floating water mat and restroom on board for added fun
What's Included
- Bottled Water
- Cooler with Ice
- Floating Water Mat
- Restroom on board
- Premium Sound System: Play your own Music
- BYOB: Bring your own drinks and snacks onboard.
- Captain Surcharge - USD 50 per HOUR (Government Charge - Agreement w/ Government for Private Boats)$50.00 per booking
- Fuel Surcharge - USD 50 Per Booking (Government Charge - Agreement w/ Government for Private Boats)$50.00 per booking
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Miami River, Miami, FL, USA
Pickup Location Details: Your private charter departs from one of our exclusive marinas near Downtown Miami. Your personalized meeting point will be shared the day before your trip once your Captain is confirmed. Please monitor email/text — our concierge team will ensure a seamless arrival.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- At least one traveler must be 18 years or older.
- Smoking is not allowed (Only Vapes)
- Customer must leave their shoes on a basket prior to boarding.
- Sunscreen must be applied prior to getting on the water, to prevent stains in the cushions.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Diego_A
This private boat charter was hands-down one of the highlights of our Miami trip. I went with three friends for the sunset & champagne cruise, and everything about the experience exceeded our expectations.
The boat was clean, spacious, and very comfortable, with a restroom on board and a great sound system where we could play our own music. We loved that it was BYOB, and the cooler with ice and bottled water was a great touch. Cruising through the Miami River and out into Biscayne Bay gave us incredible views of the skyline, waterfront mansions, and the city as the sun set — absolutely stunning.
Our captain, Elieser “Eli” Sanchez, was truly outstanding. He’s highly experienced, professional, and friendly, and it’s easy to see why he’s consistently praised by guests. Eli made sure everything ran smoothly, kept us comfortable and safe, and added to the overall fun and relaxed vibe of the trip. The pace was perfect — never rushed, just pure enjoyment.
The floating water mat was a fun bonus, and overall the experience felt private, luxurious, and well organized. If you’re looking for an amazing way to experience Miami from the water with friends, I can’t recommend this charter (and Captain Eli) enough. We would absolutely book again!
— Diego
Reviews
5.0
based on 1,623 reviews
Ava_Q, Mar 2026
Captain Ray was AMAZING! We had the best time for my friends bachelorette party on the boat! He was so kind and showed us all the celebrity houses. Would recommend this experience!!
Fernando_L, Mar 2026
We booked this experience last minute because our group of ten people wanted to explore Miami in a private cruise. MYA Boat Charters was a pleasure to deal with - very professional and attentive. From the minute we booked our trip, Duniel reached out with valuable information and also answered to all the questions I had. We arranged for Captain Daniel Maqueira, who had great reviews from prior experiences. Daniel certainly did not disappoint and we had a great time overall with him. He was attentive, knowledgeable and flexible with our scheduled trip. If you decide to book your private cruise with MYA Boat Charters, we highly recommend you hire Daniel as your captain as well. Overall an amazing experience which we will surely hope to repeat some time soon.
Jennifer_O, Mar 2026
This was a beautiful experience. Captain Eli Sanchez was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. My friends and I enjoyed it so much that we already know we’ll be doing this again the next time we visit Miami. The entire experience was relaxing and truly wonderful.
Jonathan_M, Mar 2026
Great boat tour! We all loved the experience. The boat is super clean and very comfortable. The captan was amazing. One thing I would do differently is - be ready with a playlist I love (the capatan can play out of your phone) and I would bring drinks and snacks to add to the experience! I would do it again!
Anastasia_K, Mar 2026
This boat tour was phenomenal! We loved Captain Eli, he managed a great balance of providing information and allowing us to relax and enjoy the ride. Very Highly Recommend!
Tanish_G, Mar 2026
Eduardo was an amazing captain, he made sure to explain the safety procedures of the boat and where all the necessary equipment was. during the boat ride we were able to connect our phone to the speakers and play music, which made the experience 10x better. The boat had led lights which look amazing in the night, and we were able to get really good pictures. the boat was extremely clean and there are honestly no complaints. 10/10 experience and would definitely do it again.
Jason_Y, Mar 2026
Great time with Captain Eli! Will def do again! Great experience and a great day for the whole family!
JoyBawol, Mar 2026
This is a great tour around Biscayne Bay and the Miami River. Captain Eduardo was great and very knowledgeable about the area. The boat is very comfortable. We highly recommend this tour and Captain Eduardo
Anna_J, Mar 2026
Great experience and would highly recommend. Eduardo was a great captain and the trip was so much fun
Jaime_S, Mar 2026
The captain Victor was amazing. He was nice and knowledgeable. My mom and her friends had a blast. Highly recommended Victor as a capitan and MYA Boat Charters.
Odris_K, Mar 2026
What an excellent experience with this company and El Capitan Daniel! The boat is in excellent condition, comfortable, and beautiful. Daniel is very friendly, fun, and knowledgeable. We highly recommend this company!
Lorena_G, Mar 2026
It was a very special experience and we had a lot of fun. The capitan (Fernando Rordriguez) was very kind and told us everything we wanted to know.
Tessa_H, Mar 2026
It rained the first two days of our trip so we had really high expectations for this boat trip. It did not not disappoint. Communication was great and the tour company and captain made every thing so easy! Fernando Rodriguez was a great captain! Knowledgeable and fun. 10/10 recommendation.
Kamiah_R, Mar 2026
Me and my family had a great time. The ride was very relaxing and smooth. Our captain Fernando was very friendly and helpful during the ride and he made sure we felt safe. I give the experience an 1000/10.
Gregory_T, Mar 2026
Eli was an awesome captain! We saw so many cool sites around the islands off the coast of Miami. He showed us a lot of celebrity homes, too.
Marion_W, Mar 2026
The experience was well worth it. Our captain/tour guide was amazing. Victor was friendly, informative, and the vibes were top tier. Book Victor you won’t regret it
Sherry_D, Mar 2026
Fernando was our captain. We arrived a little late due to an Uber driver taking us to a wrong location and I texted him and it wasn’t an issue. He helped us get our elderly mother on and off the boat. He even gave us rain ponchos when it started pouring. He made the rain disappear after singing “Rain, Rain, Go Away!” Lol. Fernando was very knowledgeable and gave us a great tour.
Camille_D, Mar 2026
Omar was the best captain. He keeps his boat very clean, has water & ice, let us play our music and not only gave us a tour on water but added some interesting facts about Miami’s history. 10/10 would recommend. Definitely booking with Omar again!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience! It's wonderful to know that Captain Omar ensured the boat was clean and well-equipped, enhancing the enjoyment of your time on the water.
John_L, Mar 2026
Daniel was very welcoming and informative on our tour of the celebrity homes. It was a beautiful day on the water in a pristine boat.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, John, for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated Captain Daniel's efforts. We hope to host you again on another memorable experience.
Maria_C, Mar 2026
We had an amazing experience. Also, Captain Eduardo was professional, friendly, and made us feel safe and welcome the entire time. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Maria, for sharing your positive experience, and we're delighted to hear you had an amazing time with Captain Eduardo. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
Daphne_S, Mar 2026
It was amazing,and our captain Eduardo was equally awesome . He was very knowledgeable and really kind .
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Daphne, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Eduardo. Your feedback motivates us to provide excellent service. We appreciate your support!
Laura_P, Mar 2026
Overlan was an exceptional capton snd gave us a great tour of the Miami waterways. Super personable and knowledgeable. We had a great time and would do it again.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Laura, for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed your time with Overlan and the tour of Miami waterways. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon!
Elizabeth_J, Mar 2026
We had a brilliant experience with this company. They organised everything very quickly as we last minute booked a boat trip. Jasiel was our captain and he was really great at showing us around. Definitely worth doing when you are visiting Miami!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback, Elizabeth! We’re delighted to hear that you had a brilliant experience and enjoyed the boat trip with Jasiel as your captain! We look forward to hopefully serving you again in the future.
Jemma_P, Mar 2026
Amazing boat trip.
Victor very knowledgeable and chilled.
Amazing views and photos.
Thank you very much.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Jemma, for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the boat trip and had a great time with Victor. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences.
David_C, Mar 2026
Captain Victor was really wonderful, skilled, informative and kind. Had a great trip despite the rain and he brought out rain coats for both of us! Very enjoyable
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, David, for highlighting your experience with Captain Victor! We're delighted you had a great trip and appreciated his effort to ensure your comfort during the rain. Your feedback is truly appreciated.
Zariyyah_W, Mar 2026
Fernando was really great during the tour. He was very nice and knowledgeable about the area and he docked us at a beautiful sandbar, unfortunately it was freezing but the views were amazing! I recommend this tour and Fernando 1000%
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Zariyyah, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Fernando made your tour enjoyable and informative amidst the chilly weather. The sandbar views are indeed breathtaking, and we're glad they added to your experience. We appreciate your recommendation!
C_S, Feb 2026
Words cant explain. 10s across the board. I just wish i could smoke on board. The captain was nice and knew a lot about the area!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, we're delighted you had such a great experience! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the captain’s expertise and the journey. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’ll continue working to offer exceptional experiences.
Michael_S, Feb 2026
Amazing day on the water with Captain Eli. He was personable, friendly and a great captain!
The boat was perfectly clean and would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for a nice day on the water in Miami!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Michael, for your kind words! We're thrilled to know you enjoyed your day with Captain Eli and appreciated the cleanliness of the boat. We aim to provide unforgettable experiences, and your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you aboard again in the future!
Scott_F, Feb 2026
Captain Overlan Ortega was fabulous. A former officer in the Cuban merchant marines, his skill level was obviously top notch. But even more appreciated was his wonderful friendly disposition and tour guide skills as he drove us around the bay for a wonderful morning of sightseeing. Do not hesitate to request Captain Ortega. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and were blessed with beautiful weather. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Scott, for sharing your experience with Captain Ortega! We're thrilled to hear how much you and your wife enjoyed the tour and appreciated his expertise and friendliness. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience on the bay.
Kimberly_L, Feb 2026
Awesome experience with Captain Fernando. It began with excellent communication about the boat ride. He took us all around the bay and was very knowledgeable about the area.
Ask for Captain Fernando if you can.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience! We're thrilled Captain Fernando made your trip memorable with his expertise and communication. We hope to welcome you back for another bay tour soon!
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