Question 1

How do I find a legitimate boat-rental company in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Look for clear on-site pricing, Google reviews, a working phone, and an honest 13-guest (or inspected) capacity — not “50 people on any yacht.” Rent Boat in Miami: 8 years in business, Lincoln Road office, Google listing, fleet priced on rentboatinmiami.com, call 786-686-2932. Check our Google Reviews here.

Question 2

How can I avoid yacht-rental scams in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Don’t wire random people on social with no site or reviews. Never pay a full charter balance to a stranger before you know the boat and marina. Use a company with a public website, a clear deposit on the listing, and a number you can text. It’s also smart to check that the LLC is real / active and that they have a registered business address — especially a listing you can verify on Google. With us, the deposit is what reserves the boat and makes sure the captain (and first mate when listed) still get paid if a guest no-shows — we don’t take the whole trip upfront. The balance is collected at departure, usually directly to the captain. If a price is unrealistically low for a big yacht, walk away.

Question 3

What should I check before paying a yacht-rental deposit?

Accepted Answer

Before you send anything, you should get a real invoice or booking document — PDF, link, or clear photo is fine — that shows a valid company name, website, phone, and email. Cross-check that the LLC is active, the business address matches (Google listing helps), and the company has solid Google reviews. Also confirm guest capacity, what’s included, pickup marina (not our Lincoln Road office), hours, cancellation / weather policy, and how the balance is paid (with us, balance is typically due at departure to the captain). If they won’t send a legit document, don’t pay.

Question 4

Is it better to book directly with a local charter company or through a marketplace?

Accepted Answer

Booking direct with a local desk like ours usually means clearer pricing, faster answers, and one team owning your charter. Marketplaces can be fine for browsing, but confirm you’re not paying extra layers of fees for the same boat.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a yacht in Miami?

Accepted Answer

For weekends and peak season, book as early as you can — often 3–6 weeks ahead is smart. Weekdays are more flexible. Last-minute happens when inventory allows, but don’t count on it for Saturday night.

Question 6

Can I book a same-day or last-minute yacht rental in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Text us with the time and headcount — we’ll check live boats. We always have something available. Call/text 786-686-2932.

Question 7

How much deposit is required to reserve a yacht?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the yacht. Many listings are about $400–$600 to reserve, while smaller boats can be as low as $100 or $200. That deposit helps ensure the captain (and first mate when listed) are covered if someone doesn’t show. The balance is typically due at departure, usually paid directly to the captain. The exact deposit is listed on each yacht’s booking section.

Question 8

What is the cancellation and refund policy for a yacht rental?

Accepted Answer

Cancelation: All cancelation requests require a 30 day notice period. Rent Boat in Miami has the sole discretion to accept or decline the user’s cancellation request. Overcast weather, including the lack of sun or a rain forecast, is not a reason for cancellation. If weather conditions are unsafe, the captain will cancel and offer a refund or re-schedule. Re-scheduling: Needs to be notified with at least 7 days prior to the rental day. Re-scheduling will be accommodated by Rent Boat in Miami. If you have an emergency or need to cancel on short notice, please contact us and we will do everything we can to accommodate it.

Question 9

What is included in the price of a Miami yacht rental?

Accepted Answer

On Rent Boat in Miami charters, the advertised price typically includes: captain (and crew where listed), fuel, cooler, ice, water, Bluetooth sound, floating mat, life vests, and docking fees & tax. BYOB — bring your own food and drinks. Tip is voluntary. What’s on the yacht page is what’s included for that boat.

Question 10

Are captain and fuel fees included in the advertised price?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Captain and fuel are included in the price you see on our yacht pages. We don’t spring a separate “captain fee” or fuel surcharge after you book.

Question 11

Are there extra charges for cleaning, docking, or taxes?

Accepted Answer

No hidden docking or tax add-ons on the standard package — docking fees and tax are listed as included. We’re a no hidden fees charter desk: the number on the site is the number you pay for what’s advertised. Tip is separate and voluntary.

Question 12

How much should you tip a yacht captain and crew in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Tip is up to you based on your experience with us — it is voluntary, never forced. Many guests tip when the crew crushed it; there’s no required percentage on our charters.

Question 13

Is renting a yacht cheaper on weekdays than weekends?

Accepted Answer

Often yes. Weekends and holidays book first and some boats run hotter then. Select yachts also post weekday-style deals (for example, some listings note Sunday–Friday savings). For the best rate, ask us for weekday options on your dates.

Question 14

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Private boat rentals with Rent Boat in Miami start from about $175/hour, with our 26' Sundeck at $350 for a 2-hour minimum. Larger party yachts run from roughly $1,000–$4,000 depending on size, hours, and marina. The price on each yacht page is the price you pay for what’s listed — no bait-and-switch. Call/text 786-686-2932 or browse the fleet on rentboatinmiami.com with your date and guest count — we have over 60 vessels to choose from.

Question 15

How much does a yacht charter in Miami cost for four hours?

Accepted Answer

Most of our Miami yacht charters are priced for a 4-hour trip. Examples on our site today: mid-size boats often land around $900–$1,700 for 4 hours, while our featured 90' Horizon Jacuzzi is $2,200 for 4 hours / 13 guests / BYOB. Exact 4-hour pricing is on each yacht’s page. Tell us your headcount and we’ll match a boat.

Question 16

How much does a Miami yacht rental cost per person?

Accepted Answer

Split the boat price by your group. Example: a $2,200 / 4-hour / 13-guest Horizon works out near $170 per person before tip and what you bring for BYOB. A $1,300 / 4-hour / 20-guest two-boat package is about $65 per person. We’ll help you pick a boat that fits the headcount so the per-person number makes sense.

Question 17

How do I choose the right yacht when there are so many options?

Accepted Answer

For an easier search, use the filters on our homepage. You can narrow the fleet by size, location, price, and features — for example only jacuzzi yachts, only a pink yacht, boats with a second-story flybridge, and more. Start here: rentboatinmiami.com — pick your filters and browse what fits.

Question 18

What payment methods do you accept? Do you take credit cards?

Accepted Answer

We accept Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App to our business checking at Rent Boat in Miami, LLC. We do not take credit cards. We stopped cards because chargebacks after no-shows left us covering the loss when the bank returned the money — apps keep the booking real so we can hold the boat for guests who show up. If something comes up and you can’t make it, contact us and we’ll try to work it out (reschedule / policy on that yacht). Call/text 786-686-2932.

Question 19

How many people can fit on a private yacht charter in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Most private yacht charters we run are capped at 13 guests on a single yacht (Coast Guard rules for this type of charter). Need more people? We pair two yachts from the same marina, or look at larger inspected options like our Party Cat packages.

Question 20

Why do so many Miami yacht rentals advertise a 12- or 13-person limit?

Accepted Answer

Because U.S. Coast Guard rules limit how many passengers a typical private (uninspected) charter yacht can carry — commonly up to 13 guests, not counting crew. A bigger yacht doesn’t automatically mean more passengers unless it’s set up differently (for example, a Coast Guard–inspected party boat). That’s why honest operators say 13 max on one private yacht.

Question 21

Do babies and children count toward the yacht’s guest limit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every person on board who is a guest counts toward the 13-guest cap, including babies and kids.

Question 22

Does the captain count toward the yacht’s passenger capacity?

Accepted Answer

No. The captain and crew are not part of your guest count. Your 13 (or the number on that yacht’s page) is for your party.

Question 23

Can I rent a yacht for 20 people in Miami?

Accepted Answer

Yes — with two boats. One private yacht maxes at 13, so for 20 guests we book a two-yacht charter that leaves from the same marina. Example on our site: two 26' Sundecks · 20 guests · $1,300 / 4 hours (also 6- and 8-hour rates). See Double Yacht Charters or text 786-686-2932.

Question 24

What boat-rental options are available for 25 or 30 people in Miami?

Accepted Answer

For about 26 guests, use our paired yacht packages (many combinations listed for 26 guests on the double-charter page). For ~30–90, look at catamaran / Party Cat options — including paired cats up to 90 guests. Tell us the exact headcount and we’ll map the right setup.

Question 25

How does a two-yacht charter work—can both boats leave from the same marina?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We pair boats for a same-marina departure so your group boards together, runs the same plan, and can hang at the sandbar or raft-up. Each yacht has its own captain; includes typically match our standard package (fuel, coolers, ice, water, Bluetooth, mats, docking/tax). BYOB. Tip voluntary.

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