About this tour
When Sarah from our team booked this Miami yacht charter, we found ourselves on a sleek 70-footer with room for 13 guests, gliding past Brickell's glass towers and out toward the bay islands. The crew handles navigation so you're free to swim, sunbathe, or crank the Bluetooth speaker. You set the vibe — three to six hours depending on your budget and energy. It's a solid flex for groups, but don't roll up expecting a full-service party boat. There are real costs lurking beyond the headline price that deserve a heads-up before you commit.
Highlights
- Brickell skyline and bay islands framed from the water
- Bluetooth sound system — bring your own playlist energy
- Flexible itinerary: swim, photo stops, or pure cruising
- Cooler stocked with water and ice for your own drinks
- Crew handles the boat so nobody's white-knuckling the wheel
- Fits up to 13 people without feeling cramped
- Captain selection required upfront — no guesswork on the day
What to expect
Sarah's trip kicked off with a marina pickup (which costs extra — see below). The Azimut is a proper vessel, modern and well-kept, with plenty of deck space. Once under way, the captain and mate take the helm while your group spreads out to swim, lounge, or cluster around the speaker. The boat cruises past recognisable Miami landmarks and then out to quieter island anchorages where the water's clear enough to jump in. If the weather's kind, it's genuinely peaceful; if the wind's up, the ride gets choppier but still manageable. The three-to-six-hour window gives you real choice — long enough to feel like an escape, short enough not to feel like hard work.
The key wrinkle: this isn't an all-inclusive package. You're renting the boat and crew, but fuel, captain wages, and marina fees are billed separately by third parties, which complicates the maths upfront. You'll also need to confirm your captain with the operator before arrival — Coast Guard regs — or risk a 1–2 hour delay.
What travellers say
- Spacious 70ft yacht handles groups without overcrowding
- Crew competence removes stress from navigation
- Customisable itinerary — you set the day's rhythm
- Bluetooth system lets you control the soundtrack
- Bay anchorages offer genuine swim and explore time
- Hidden fees (fuel, crew, marina) nearly double the base price
- Mandatory captain pre-selection or risk serious delay
- Availability tight if booking within a week or two
- No food service included — pack your own provisions
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
The yacht itself is pristine and spacious, so groups of 8–13 don't feel crammed. Bringing your own drinks and music gives it a tailored feel — this isn't a canned party-boat script. The crew are competent and stay out of the way. Swimming stops are genuine highlights if the weather cooperates. Kids, infants in prams, and those with service animals are all welcome.
Budget carefully. The quoted price is just the boat rental. You'll pay an extra $200 for marina pickup, then $100 per hour for fuel and $100 per hour for crew (captain + mate combined). A four-hour trip could rack up an extra $600–$800 beyond the advertised rate. Early booking is wise — availability drops if you're booking last-minute. You must pre-confirm your captain or you'll hit a delay. Water conditions vary; summer heat and chop can make the ride uncomfortable for sensitive stomachs. No food service is mentioned, so bring snacks if it's a longer outing.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.