A day on the water in Miami: your private charter
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A day on the water in Miami: your private charter

Biscayne Bay, the Intercoastal Waterway and the open Atlantic are all within minutes of South Beach. A private charter is one of the best Miami experiences.

What a private boat day looks like

A full-day private charter typically departs from a marina in Miami Beach or the Marina at Bayside in Downtown. The itinerary is yours to shape: a morning snorkel at the outer reefs, lunch anchored at a sandbar (Haulover Sandbar is the classic), an afternoon swimming in the turquoise shallows of the bay, and sunset drinks on the deck heading back in. Most charters include a captain and a deckhand; provisioning with food and drinks is usually arranged separately and can be done through your dedicated contact.

Boat sizes range from a 35-foot open dayboat for a group of six to full-sized yachts with multiple cabins for larger parties or overnight trips. Half-day options (4–5 hours) are also available if you want the experience without a full day's commitment.

How to book a boat charter in Miami

Your dedicated contact can recommend and book a vetted charter operator for your dates. For the best availability in peak season (December–April), book at least one week in advance; last-minute charters are possible in shoulder season. Fishing charters, wakeboarding, paddleboard and watersport-specific vessels are also available for those with specific activities in mind.

FAQ

Boat day questions

How far is the nearest marina from 1 Hotel South Beach?
Miami Beach Marina is approximately 10 minutes south by car. The Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove and Bayside Marina Downtown are 20–25 minutes. Your dedicated contact can coordinate pickup arrangements.
What is the sandbar and how do I get there?
Haulover Sandbar (also called the Miami Sandbar) is a shallow tidal flat in northern Biscayne Bay, popular for anchoring, swimming and socialising. It is a standard stop on most Miami boat day itineraries.
Can we do an overnight trip?
Yes. Overnight yacht charters to the Florida Keys are possible and memorable, two nights gets you to Key West. Your dedicated contact can arrange this with advance planning.

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