How many people can fit on a rental yacht in Miami?

Under US Coast Guard federal regulations, standard uninspected passenger recreational vessels (UPVs) are strictly capped at 12 paying guests plus crew, regardless of the yacht's overall length. Groups larger than 12 require an inspected vessel with a valid Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection (COI) or a tandem multi-boat charter.

Can I bring my own food and drinks on board?

Most private Miami captained charters welcome BYOB and outside catering with no corkage fees. Vessels provide coolers, ice, and bottled water. However, red wine and glass bottles are commonly restricted on teak decks for safety.

How much should I tip the yacht captain and crew?

Standard maritime charter etiquette in South Florida is 15% to 20% of the base charter rate, handed in cash directly to the captain at the conclusion of your trip for distribution among the crew.

What happens if the weather turns bad in Miami?

Safety decisions rest solely with the licensed captain. In cases of severe weather, named tropical storms, or small craft advisories, bookings are typically rescheduled or refunded per partner terms. Brief afternoon Florida rain showers usually pass quickly without cancellation.

Miami Yacht & Boat Charters: Honest All-In Prices

Yacht Rental in Miami: Real All-In Prices, No Hidden Fees

Q: Do I need a licence to rent a boat in Miami?

No licence is required when booking a captained yacht charter, as a USCG-licensed Master operates the vessel. If you rent bareboat (driving yourself), Florida law requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, to complete an approved boating safety course and hold a Florida Boating Safety ID.

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Captained Charters

No boating licence needed — licensed USCG captain included

USCG Capacity Rules

Clear guidance on 12-passenger limits & inspected hulls

Independent Guides

Honest advisory — we take no direct customer bookings

REAL CHARTER PRICING

What a Miami Yacht Rental Actually Costs

The headline number on marketplace ads is almost never your final price. Here is the realistic math for a 4-hour half-day charter in Biscayne Bay:

Yacht length	Base charter (4 hrs)	Captain ($50–125/hr)	Gratuity (15–20%)	Realistic total
34–39 ft3 yachts priced per 4 hours	$2,979 – $4,361	$200 – $500	$447 – $872	$3,626 – $5,733
40–49 ft12 yachts priced per 4 hours	$2,477 – $4,236	$200 – $500	$372 – $847	$3,049 – $5,583
50–59 ft16 yachts priced per 4 hours	$2,728 – $8,132	$200 – $500	$409 – $1,626	$3,337 – $10,258
60–69 ft19 yachts priced per 4 hours	$3,230 – $6,623	$200 – $500	$485 – $1,325	$3,915 – $8,448
70–79 ft19 yachts priced per 4 hours	$4,846 – $11,883	$200 – $500	$727 – $2,377	$5,773 – $14,760
80 ft+31 yachts priced per 4 hours	$4,468 – $34,502	$200 – $500	$670 – $6,900	$5,338 – $41,902

Base ranges are real 4-hour listing prices from 110 Miami yachts on YATR, checked Nov 2026. The widest ranges (80 ft+) include the fleet's three inspected event vessels, which carry 125 to 600 guests and price accordingly. Fuel for idle-speed bay cruising is normally inside the listing price; any tax or booking fee appears at checkout, before you pay.

* Ranges computed from 110 Miami yachts listed on YATR, prices checked 5 Nov 2026 for 4-hour charters. See /how-we-price/ for our calculation methodology.

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CAPACITY & REGULATIONS

How Many People Are Coming?

Federal US Coast Guard rules divide Miami charter vessels into distinct legal categories based on passenger counts.

Up to 12 Guests

The standard private charter. Enjoys the widest selection of motor yachts, express cruisers, and catamarans across all marinas.

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USCG Rule

13–20 Guests

Over 12 guests? You need an inspected vessel (COI) or tandem two-boat raft-up. We explain legal options to protect your deposit.

Inspected vessels

20–50 Guests

Dedicated commercial party catamarans, event vessels, and coordinated group sandbar excursions.

Party boat options

50+ Guests

Commercial event yachts, corporate dining vessels, and ticketed open-bar party cruises in Biscayne Bay.

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CELEBRATIONS & EVENTS

Rent for the Occasion

Tailored itineraries, decor guidelines, and practical planning for Miami water events.

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Birthday Charters

From milestone 30th & 40th celebrations to sunset champagne cruises.

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Bachelorette Parties

Sandbar float parties, skyline photo backdrops, and music setups.

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Bachelor Parties

High-power motor yachts, Haulover sandbar raft-ups, and sound systems.

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Romantic Proposals

Intimate private golden-hour charters past the lit Brickell skyline.

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Corporate Outings

Team building, client hosting, and networking on spacious catamarans.

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Family Days & Kids

Calm routes, life jacket rules, swimming mats, and safe shallow anchorages.

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FLEET CATEGORIES

Choose Your Boat

Understand the operational differences, fuel profiles, and space trade-offs between hull designs.

Motor Yachts

Sleek cruisers and flybridges. Fast, comfortable, with air-conditioned salons and sunpads.

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Maximum Deck Space

Catamarans (Power & Sail)

Spacious dual hulls with massive deck space, low rocking motion, and shaded dining areas.

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Day Cruisers

Center Consoles & Day Boats

Agile open-deck cruisers ideal for sandbar wading and small private groups up to 11.

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13+ Guests

Large-Group & Event Vessels

USCG-inspected commercial hulls engineered for groups of 13 to 600 guests legally.

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CRUISING GROUNDS

Where You Will Go

From bustling sandbar gatherings to scenic waterfront mansion corridors in Biscayne Bay.

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Miami Beach & South Beach

Depart from Miami's main marinas right into Government Cut and the Atlantic shoreline.

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Biscayne Bay

Protected calm waters ideal for cruising past Brickell, Downtown Miami, and the Rickenbacker.

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Haulover Sandbar

The famous North Miami shallow-water gathering spot for raft-ups, music, and socializing.

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Star Island & Venetian Islands

Millionaire's Row architectural cruise viewing celebrity estates directly from the water.

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Key Biscayne & Nixon Beach

Pristine tropical sandbar anchorage with clear turquoise water and protected swimming.

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Fort Lauderdale

Venice of America canal routes and New River cruising just north of Miami-Dade.

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Long-Range Charters

Florida Keys & Bahamas Day Runs

Planning a trip to Key Largo, Islamorada, or a Bimini crossing? Learn required vessel specs, weather windows, and passport requirements.

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MIAMI YACHTS

Miami Charter Fleet

Prices checked against live YATR listings, Nov 2026. Click any yacht for live availability & real-time quotes.

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What a Miami Yacht Rental Actually Costs

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Rent for the Occasion

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Miami Charter Fleet

64 Azimut II

51 Capelli

50 Pershing

40 VanDutch II

90 Pershing

74 Princess

76 Riva III

55 Azimut IV

85 Azimut

70 Azimut III

68 Azimut VI

62 Princess

82 Pershing

68 Galeon IV

70 Azimut V

58 Vanquish II

50 Fountaine Pajot

105 Leopard

70 Hatteras

62 Pershing

53 Galeon II

62 Azimut

52 Prestige Fly

40 VanDutch

62 Azimut IV

70 Pershing

76 San Lorenzo

68 Azimut II

80 Azimut

60 Leopard

70 Azimut IV

100 Starship

62 Prestige

103 Azimut II

80 Palmer Johnson

68 Sunseeker II

103 Tecnomar

68 Galeon II

90 Princess

65 Azimut

42 Azimut Fly

70 Sunreef

88 Sirena

44 Sea Ray

105 Azimut

38 Tesoro

55 Azimut Fly

47 Sea Ray