How much does Miami River Boat Rental cost?

The 24-foot pontoon and the private Miami River boat tour start at $350 for two hours. Rates do not include gratuity or 7% Florida sales tax. Call for yacht pricing.

How many people fit on the boats at Miami River Boat Rental?

The 52-foot Sea Ray Sedan Bridge yacht holds up to 10 passengers and the 24-foot pontoon holds up to 8.

What are the hours at Miami River Boat Rental?

The business is open daily from 8 AM to 9 PM.

Can I bring my own food and drinks to Miami River Boat Rental?

Yes. Each boat has a large cooler with ice for drinks and food, and guests have brought their own food and drinks on charters.

What does the Miami River boat tour include?

The two-hour private tour includes a captain, a Bluetooth stereo, life jackets for adults and kids, a Bimini top for shade and a large cooler. It runs up the river past waterfront restaurants and out to Bayside Marketplace.

Is parking available at Miami River Boat Rental?

Yes. The location has ample parking spaces and gated security, and it has a wheelchair accessible parking lot.

How do I pay for a charter at Miami River Boat Rental?

The website lists Zelle, Venmo, Cash App or cash. Credit and debit cards are also listed as accepted.

Is Miami River Boat Rental good for kids?

Yes. Life jackets for adults and kids are provided, and families describe the trips as family friendly.

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Miami River Boat Rental

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2660 NW 18th Terrace, Miami, FL 33125, USA

OpenUntil 9:00 PM$$$$

Private captained yacht and pontoon charters departing from a gated dock on the Miami River, with Bayside views and sandbar stops

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About Miami River Boat Rental

Miami River Boat Rental runs private, captained charters from a gated dock at 2660 NW 18th Terrace in Grapeland Heights, minutes from Miami Airport and the expressway. The fleet includes a 52-foot Sea Ray Sedan Bridge motor yacht for up to 10 passengers and a 24-foot pontoon party boat for up to 8.

Trips head down the Miami River past waterfront restaurants and through downtown, then out onto the bay near Bayside Marketplace. Captains can also take groups to the Miami sandbars, Picnic Island, Monument Island and the Miami Marine Stadium area, and guests can bring their own food and drinks.

The yacht comes with a licensed captain and mate, a Bluetooth stereo, life jackets for adults and kids, a galley, lounge and head, and a large cooler with ice. The pontoon tour starts at $350 for two hours and runs Monday to Thursday only.

Rates exclude gratuity and 7% Florida sales tax. The team speaks English and Spanish, and the on-site lot has ample parking.

Highlights

Group Celebrations

Date Night

First-Time Visitor

Guided Tours

Private Tours

Group Tours Available

Multilingual Staff

Booking & Session Info

Rates

Pontoon tour from $350 for 2 hours, plus tax and gratuity

Duration

2 hours

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Weekday mornings and early afternoons, especially Tuesday and Wednesday, tend to be the quietest times around the dock. The pontoon tour only runs Monday to Thursday, and the business is open 8 AM to 9 PM daily.

OpenUntil 9:00 PM

Mon8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tue8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wed8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thu8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Fri8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sat8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sun8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Reviews

Guests consistently describe a warm, family-style experience with a professional captain and a hospitable host who serves food and drinks, takes photos and helps decorate for celebrations. The boat is described as spacious, clean and comfortable, and trips are popular for birthdays, bachelorette outings and family days on the water. Guests often extend their time on the water.

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Location

2660 NW 18th Terrace, Miami, FL 33125, USA

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What People Love

Hospitality: Guests say the captain and host treat everyone like family, serve the food and drinks guests bring and take photos throughout the trip.

The Boat: Guests call the yacht spacious, very clean and comfortable for groups of up to 10, with a water mat that gets plenty of use.

Celebrations: Birthdays, bachelorette trips and family outings come up often, with guests extending their trips by a couple of hours.

Sightseeing and Swim Stops: Guests enjoy the river and bay views, wildlife such as manatees and cranes, and stops to swim in clear water.

Value: Guests describe the pricing as affordable and reasonable for a private charter.

Know Before You Go

Book ahead on weekends, though same-day charters have worked for guests who called first.
The pontoon and the Miami River boat tour run Monday to Thursday only.
Rates exclude gratuity and 7% Florida sales tax.
Bring your own food and drinks: a large cooler with ice is provided on board.

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About Miami River Boat Rental

Rates exclude gratuity and 7% Florida sales tax. The team speaks English and Spanish, and the on-site lot has ample parking.

Highlights

Group Celebrations

Date Night

First-Time Visitor

Guided Tours

Private Tours

Group Tours Available

Multilingual Staff

The Experience

access

Guided ToursPrivate ToursGroup Tours AvailableMultilingual Staff

environment

OutdoorWaterfrontCovered / Shaded Areas

family

Kid-Friendly

parking

Free Parking

policies

Photography Allowed

facilities

Restrooms

Perfect For

Group CelebrationsDate NightFirst-Time VisitorFamily OutingSpecial OccasionsGirls Night Out

What People Love

Hospitality: Guests say the captain and host treat everyone like family, serve the food and drinks guests bring and take photos throughout the trip.

The Boat: Guests call the yacht spacious, very clean and comfortable for groups of up to 10, with a water mat that gets plenty of use.

Celebrations: Birthdays, bachelorette trips and family outings come up often, with guests extending their trips by a couple of hours.

Sightseeing and Swim Stops: Guests enjoy the river and bay views, wildlife such as manatees and cranes, and stops to swim in clear water.

Value: Guests describe the pricing as affordable and reasonable for a private charter.

Frequently Asked Questions