Catamaran Adventure
Miami — 40 Ft & 78 Ft
Wide twin hulls. Open domestic bar. Crew who know every skyline angle on Biscayne Bay. The 78-foot catamaran hosts up to 115 guests. Forty-foot cats carry up to 35 on the standard ticket. Captain, crew, snacks, swim time, toys, fuel, and dockage are in the rate from $3,850.
Catamarans Built for Volume and Vibes
MTWA stages crewed catamaran charters on 40-foot and 78-foot twin-hull vessels. Open premium domestic bar, light snacks, swim windows when the bay allows, and water toys deploy at the captain’s call. Fuel and dockage are included in the flat charter rate.
Departure hub is Miami Beach Marina or Bayside Marketplace and Marina depending on your date. Marina meet-up and boarding details arrive in your confirmation email after you book on Peek.
- 40-Foot CatUp to ~35 guests · from $3,850 half day
- 78-Foot CatUp to 115 guests · from $5,100 early half day
- IncludedCaptain, crew, domestic bar, snacks, toys, fuel, dockage
- Gratuity18% minimum customary · not included in rate
What a Day on a Miami Catamaran Actually Feels Like
Your confirmation email carries marina meet-up time and crew contact. Guests board wide nets and salon space built for groups that motoryachts struggle to hold at the same headcount.
The domestic bar stays open while the hull moves past Star Island rooflines and Downtown Miami glass. Swim ladders drop when Biscayne conditions allow. Toys deploy when the captain clears spacing and weather. Golden hour on a cat deck is one of the most filmed angles in Miami hospitality.
Forty-foot cats fit corporate offsites, wedding parties, and family reunions without losing the boutique feel. Seventy-eight-foot cats scale to fundraisers and large receptions where bartenders work deck-to-deck so no guest waits at the rail.
On the water: Biscayne Bay sits inside Biscayne National Park, one of the largest marine parks in the U.S. National Park System. MTWA captains pause swim segments when lightning or traffic density requires it. All operations follow Florida FWC boating safety standards as a baseline.
Shaded Lounge Space When the Sun Peaks
Twin-hull cats carry volume motoryachts struggle to match at the same guest count. The Mariah lounge keeps your group comfortable between bar rounds and swim windows — climate-controlled shade, wraparound seating, and sightlines to the bay through wide salon glass.
Corporate offsites, wedding parties, and family reunions use this space as the anchor between open-deck photos and golden-hour toasts on the nets.
Open Domestic Bar at the Rear Table
The aft bar is where large groups actually celebrate — domestic bar service running deck-to-deck, light snacks between rounds, and a rear dining table built for the group photo before lines drop.
Seventy-eight-foot cats scale this format for fundraisers and receptions up to 115 guests. Forty-foot cats keep the same hospitality standard with a more intimate footprint from $3,850 half day.
Premium Interior Built for Group Hospitality
The Mariah interior reads like a boutique venue, not a bare charter hull. Clean lines, guest-ready seating, and crew-managed flow from salon to nets keep large parties moving without congestion at the bar or swim ladders.
Pair your catamaran day with a private sunset cruise when you want skyline-forward golden hour after a daytime reception.
Forty Feet for Intimate Groups. Seventy-Eight for the Full Room.
Pick your cat class on Peek. Deposits, totals, and guest-capacity limits update the moment you select a date and duration.
Everything in Your Catamaran Charter Rate
Crew, bar service, snacks, toys, fuel, and dockage are in the flat rate. Gratuity is separate.
USCG Captain & Crew
Licensed captain and trained crew for your full chartered sailing. Safety briefings and deck flow managed by the team.
Open Premium Domestic Bar
Domestic bar service included as described for Miami catamaran charters. Valid photo ID required for bar pours.
Light Snacks
Light snacks served between bar rounds and swim windows so pacing stays smooth for large groups.
Swim Time
Scheduled swim segments when Biscayne Bay conditions allow. Captain makes the safety call at each anchor stop.
Water Toys
Water toys included on this itinerary. Deployment timing is at captain discretion based on conditions and guest count.
Fuel & Dockage
Fuel and dockage fees bundled in your charter rate. No hidden fuel surcharge at checkout for these departures.
Catamaran Charter Rates
All rates are charter rates for your group — not per person. Deposits are charged at booking. Full terms at Terms & Cancellation Policies.
| Vessel & Duration | Charter Rate | Deposit at Booking | Guest Cap |
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| 40-Foot Cat · Early Half Day (3 hrs) | $3,850 | $2,135 | Up to ~35 |
| 40-Foot Cat · Half Day | $3,850 | $2,135 | Up to ~35 |
| 78-Foot Cat · Early Half Day (3 hrs) LARGE EVENTS | $5,100 | $2,600 | Up to 115 |
| 78-Foot Cat · Half Day | $5,200 | $2,600 | Up to 115 |
Gratuity: Captain and crew gratuity is not included. A suggested minimum of 18% is customary, payable by card on file or cash day-of. Refund schedule: 100% at 7+ days · 75% at 5 days · 50% at 72 hours · 25% at 48 hours · no refund within 24 hours. Written cancellation to Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com. Full policy: Terms & Billing Conditions.
Everything You Need Before Departure
Marina Meet-Up
MTWA assigns Miami Beach Marina or Bayside Marketplace and Marina based on scheduling. Marina meet-up location, arrival time, and crew contact are emailed after you book. Arrive early for large guest lists.
What to Bring
Valid photo ID for every guest requesting bar service. Towels if swimmers plan to enter the water. Breathable layers when Atlantic breeze stiffens on the nets. Phone chargers in dry bags.
Check-In Verification
Present the credit card used to book online plus matching government-issued photo ID at check-in when verification applies to your reservation.
Gratuity
Gratuity is not included. Eighteen percent minimum is customary for captain and crew. Add to card on file at checkout or tip in cash on the day of the charter.
Cancellation
Cancellations must be submitted via email to Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com and confirmed in writing by MTWA. See the full refund schedule.
Event & Custom Planning
Corporate milestones, weddings, and large receptions on the 78-foot cat need advance coordination. Contact the MTWA team via the contact page before you pay if guest count exceeds standard Peek tiers.
The Credential Behind Every Catamaran Departure
High guest counts demand crew discipline, not just deck space. Every MTWA catamaran sails with a USCG-licensed captain and trained hospitality crew.
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USCG Master Merchant Mariner Credential
Every MTWA captain holds a U.S. Coast Guard Master Merchant Mariner credential. Credentials are verified through the USCG National Maritime Center — not self-reported.
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Florida Boating Safety Standards
Recreational safety context from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission layers atop federal crew licensing on every departure.
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Weather-First Swim Protocol
Swim segments and toy deployment happen when Biscayne conditions allow. Captains pause dips when lightning builds inland or traffic density requires it.
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Catamaran Adventure — Charter FAQ
What is included in the catamaran charter rate?
Every catamaran charter includes your USCG-licensed captain and crew, an open premium domestic bar, light snacks, swim time when Biscayne conditions allow, water toys when the captain approves deployment, fuel, and dockage. Marina meet-up and boarding details are emailed after you book. Gratuity for captain and crew is not included.
Where does the catamaran depart from?
MTWA assigns either Miami Beach Marina or Bayside Marketplace and Marina based on your date and vessel class. Marina meet-up location, arrival time, and crew contact are emailed in your booking confirmation after you reserve through Peek. Your confirmation email governs if instructions differ from this page.
How many guests fit on the 40-foot and 78-foot catamarans?
The 78-foot catamaran can host up to 115 guests for large private receptions. Forty-foot catamarans typically accommodate 30 to 35 guests on the standard charter ticket. The guest count shown in your booking summary at checkout is the governing limit for your reservation.
How does gratuity work on a catamaran charter?
Captain and crew gratuity is not included in the charter rate. A suggested minimum of 18 percent is customary and may be added to the card on file at checkout, or you may tip the captain and crew directly in cash on the day of the charter.
What is the deposit and cancellation policy?
Deposits vary by vessel class and duration as shown at Peek checkout. Refund schedule: 100% if cancelled 7+ days before departure; 75% at 5 days; 50% at 72 hours; 25% at 48 hours; no refund within 24 hours. All cancellations must be submitted via email to Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com and confirmed in writing. Full terms at Terms & Billing Conditions.
What should we bring aboard?
Bring valid photo ID for every guest requesting bar service, towels if you plan to swim, and comfortable layers for netting and open deck time. Your confirmation email may list additional items specific to your marina hub.
When does online booking close?
Reservations may stay open until departure on some dates, while others close at midnight the evening prior. Your confirmation email states the rule for the date you chose. Contact MTWA directly for same-day inquiries via the contact page or +1-305-772-9942.
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Reserve Your Miami Catamaran Charter
Forty feet for your core group. Seventy-eight feet when the whole room needs to move together on the water.