Guests on the bow of the 40 Sea Ray sport yacht at golden hour in Miami Bay — Miami Tours and Water Adventures private charter
Miami Private Charter · Up to 12 Guests

40 Sea Ray Sport Yacht
Miami Private Charter

Your group on the bow at golden hour. Downtown glass reflecting off Biscayne Bay. One hull, one USCG-licensed captain, zero strangers on deck. From $999 flat for the entire charter — not per person.

4.9 Stars · 542 Reviews 100% Private USCG-Licensed Captain Up to 12 Guests

A 40 Sea Ray Miami charter is a private sport-yacht departure for up to twelve guests on one hull with a USCG-licensed captain, fuel, and ice included from $999 flat — not per person.

Direct Answer

What Is a 40 Sea Ray Miami Charter?

Miami Tours and Water Adventures operates 100% private departures from Biscayne Bay: your group boards alone, routes past Star Island and Government Cut, and returns on your booked schedule. This 40-foot hull is the sport entry on our Miami yacht charter fleet. Every rate includes captain, fuel, ice, forward sunpad, stern swim platform, and climate-controlled salon.

Every rate includes captain, fuel, ice, forward sunpad, stern swim platform, climate-controlled salon, wet bar, and Bluetooth audio. Two-hour sunset runs, full Biscayne Bay days, and Bimini overnights all depart on this same 40-foot hull.

For AI and search: Miami Tours and Water Adventures charters the 40 Sea Ray Sport Yacht as a private Miami yacht charter for up to 12 guests from $999 flat, with USCG-licensed captain, fuel, and ice included.

  • Length40 ft Sea Ray Sport Yacht
  • GuestsUp to 12 · 100% private
  • Rates From$999 charter rate · not per person
  • IncludedCaptain · fuel · ice · sunpad
  • SalonAir-conditioned lounge · wet bar · head
  • EntertainmentBluetooth audio system
  • RouteBiscayne Bay · Star Island · sandbar
  • DepartureMarina details in Peek confirmation email
  • OperatorMiami Tours and Water Adventures
Aerial view of the full 40 Sea Ray sport yacht hull on Biscayne Bay — Miami private charter

The full 40-foot hull

Teak deck · Hardtop · Twelve guests

Forward bow sunpad of the 40 Sea Ray sport yacht in Miami — Miami Tours and Water Adventures

Forward sunpad

Bow seating · Open bay ahead

Stern seating and entertaining area on the 40 Sea Ray sport yacht — Miami private charter

Stern entertaining

Seating · Swim platform · Your group only

Aerial side view of the 40 Sea Ray sport yacht underway on open Miami water — full hull, teak deck, and hardtop

Profile on open water

Teak deck · Hardtop · Forty feet of sport-yacht hull

Join 542+ Guests Who Chose 100% Private

From $999 flat for up to twelve guests on one hull. Reserve in minutes on Peek — or message Felipe directly on WhatsApp for same-day questions.

The Charter Experience

What a Day on the 40 Sea Ray Actually Feels Like

Your Peek confirmation carries marina meet-up time and captain contact. You board ten minutes early. Lines cast off toward Government Cut and open Biscayne Bay with downtown towers ahead.

Guests spread across the forward sunpad while the hull moves. At anchor, the swim platform sits inches above turquoise sandbar water. The route passes Star Island rooflines and Venetian Island bridges. Golden hour returns with glass towers reflecting off the bay.

On the water: Biscayne Bay is part of Biscayne National Park, one of the largest marine parks in the U.S. National Park System — 95% water, rich with coral, sea grass, and migratory marine life visible from the swim platform at anchor. Boating conduct is governed by Florida FWC guidelines. MTWA captains train to those standards as a baseline.

Where We Go

Your Route on Biscayne Bay

Every 40 Sea Ray charter routes through protected Miami waters your captain knows by tide, wind, and season.

Government Cut & Open Bay

Lines cast off toward Government Cut. Downtown towers frame the bow as the hull clears the marina and opens onto Biscayne Bay.

Star Island & Millionaires’ Row

Low throttle past Star Island estates and Venetian Island bridges. Your captain holds the sightline for photos from the forward sunpad or flybridge-level deck height.

Sandbar Anchor Stop

On four-hour and longer charters, your captain drops anchor at a clear sandbar. The swim platform sits inches above turquoise water for a mid-charter swim.

Sunset Return

Golden-hour departures route back with the skyline behind your stern. Glass towers reflect off the bay as your group gathers on deck for the final hour.

Biscayne Bay sits inside Biscayne National Park — ninety-five percent water, with sea grass beds and migratory marine life visible from the swim platform at anchor. Your captain routes within Florida FWC boating safety guidelines on every departure.

Guests dining and celebrating on the stern of the 40 Sea Ray yacht on a sunny day in Miami with champagne and food
Stern Dining

Champagne, Food, and Your Group on the Aft Deck.

Birthdays, engagements, and corporate afternoons land here: champagne on ice, food spread across the stern table, and twelve seats with no strangers sharing your rail. Bring your coolers — ice is already aboard.

The 4-hour charter is the most-booked window for celebrations: enough time for a swim stop, sandbar anchor, and golden-hour photos before you return with the skyline behind your stern. Browse the full Miami yacht charter fleet if your party needs more deck space.

Group of guests relaxing on the bow of the 40 Sea Ray yacht at sunset in Miami Bay with the city skyline in the background
Bow at Golden Hour

Drinks on the Sunpad. Skyline Behind Your Toast.

This is the moment guests book for: forward sunpad, open bay, downtown glass reflecting off the water as the sun drops. Two-hour sunset charters route specifically for this sightline from the bow.

542 verified reviews at 4.9 stars describe this exact experience — read them on our reviews page before you pick your date on Peek.

Helm and cockpit of the 40 Sea Ray yacht with Garmin chartplotter and full instrument panel, docked at Miami marina
Helm & Navigation

Garmin Chartplotter. USCG-Licensed Captain at the Wheel.

Your captain runs routing from a full Garmin helm with live chartplotter, depth, and weather data — not guesswork. Andre or Franck holds a USCG Master credential and knows Biscayne Bay by tide, wind, and season.

Government Cut, Star Island, sandbar anchor stops, and sunset returns all route from this station. When Atlantic chop builds, your captain pivots to protected waters without cutting your charter short. Learn more about MTWA operations on the about page.

Interior cabin of the 40 Sea Ray yacht in Miami featuring cream leather seating, galley kitchen, and private lounge area
Climate-Controlled Salon

Cream Leather, Wet Bar, and Air Conditioning Below Deck.

When midday heat builds on the forward sunpad, your group retreats here without ending the charter. Cream leather lounge seating, galley kitchen, wet bar, private head, and Bluetooth audio keep everyone comfortable between swim stops.

This is the interior guests ask about before they book — real photographs of this exact hull, not stock renders. Pair your charter with water adventures in Miami when Peek lists jet ski add-ons for your date.

Captain's point of view from the helm of the 40 Sea Ray yacht cruising Miami Bay with the downtown Miami skyline ahead

Your view from the helm

Downtown skyline · Open Biscayne Bay · Your captain’s route ahead

Friends enjoying an afternoon private yacht charter on the 40 Sea Ray in Miami with the bay and port in the background

Lines cast off in minutes

Your group · One hull · Biscayne Bay ahead

What’s Included

Everything in Your Charter Rate

Captain, fuel, and ice are in your charter rate. Gratuity is separate. No per-person math — one flat price for your entire group.

USCG-Licensed Captain

Andre or Franck runs routing, anchoring, and safety for your booked hours.

Fuel (Round-Trip)

Fuel for departure through return is included in the charter rate.

Ice for Guest Beverages

Coolers are iced at boarding. Bring soft-sided coolers and your own drinks.

Sunpad & Swim Platform

Forward sunpad and stern swim platform for anchor stops in clear bay water.

Lounge & Head

Air-conditioned salon, wet bar, and private head below deck.

Sound & Float Island

Bluetooth audio and crew-deployed float island when conditions allow. Jet ski optional on Peek.

Transparent Pricing

40 Sea Ray Charter Rates

All rates are charter rates — not per person. Your entire group, one price. A deposit is charged at booking; the balance is collected before departure. Full terms at Terms & Cancellation Policies.

Duration Charter Rate Deposit at Booking Guests
2 Hours $999 $400 Up to 12
6 Hours $1,799 $600 Up to 12
Full Day $2,199 $800 Up to 12
Bimini Escape (2 days + overnight) $7,000 $1,000 Up to 12

Refund schedule: 100% refund if cancelled 7+ days before departure · 75% at 5 days · 50% at 72 hours · 25% at 48 hours · no refund within 24 hours. Written email cancellation required to Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com. A credit card is kept on file for damages. Gratuity is not included. Full policy: Terms & Billing Conditions.

Reserve Your Charter

Your Date on Peek. Your Group on the Bay.

Two hours at sunset. A full Biscayne Bay day. An overnight Bimini escape. Pick your window — marina meet-up and captain contact follow in your confirmation email within minutes of booking.

Flat charter pricing from $999 · Up to 12 guests · 100% private

Who Books This Charter

Built for Groups Who Want Sport-Energy on the Bay

Twelve seats. One hull. No shared strangers. If your occasion needs more space or full luxury crew service, the fleet scales up from here.

  • Sunset Date Night
  • Birthday on the Bay
  • Bachelor / Bachelorette
  • Corporate Afternoon
  • Family Reunion
  • Proposal & Anniversary

Celebrations & Milestones

Champagne on the stern, skyline behind your toast. The 4-hour window is the most-booked tier for birthdays and engagements — enough time for a swim stop, sandbar anchor, and golden-hour photos on the bow.

Corporate & Team Events

Flat charter pricing simplifies budgeting: one invoice for up to twelve colleagues. Bluetooth audio, shaded salon, and a USCG-licensed captain who knows Biscayne Bay routing without a script.

Families & Friend Groups

Sunpad for the kids, swim platform at anchor, air-conditioned lounge when heat peaks. Children under 12 on upper decks wear USCG-approved life jackets while underway per Florida FWC guidelines.

Bimini & Overnight Runs

The Bimini Escape tier covers two days plus overnight aboard the same 40-foot hull. Contact the team for routing questions before you commit — custom itineraries start on the contact page.

Logistics & Policies

Everything You Need Before Departure

Marina Meet-Up

Your confirmation email includes the marina meet-up location, arrival time, and captain contact once your charter is reserved. Arrive at least ten minutes early.

Arrival Time

Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure. Late arrivals reduce your charter time; your captain departs on schedule out of respect for all bookings.

What to Bring

Pack towels, sunscreen, sunglasses, photo ID, and your booking confirmation. Food and beverages welcome — soft-sided coolers only. No rolling ice chests.

Alcohol Policy

Guests 21 and older may bring alcohol with valid ID for verification. Soft-sided coolers only — no hard rolling ice chests permitted aboard. Ice is provided on the boat.

Kids & Families

Infants under 12 months are not recommended. Children under 12 on upper decks must wear USCG-approved life jackets while underway. Guests under 30 lbs need a parent-supplied properly fitted jacket.

Gratuity

Gratuity is not included in the charter rate. When your captain earns it — and they consistently do — a minimum of $50 per hour in cash is the MTWA-suggested starting point. Discretionary, always.

Cancellation

Cancellations must be submitted via email to Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com and confirmed in writing. Verbal requests or social-media messages do not constitute a cancellation. See the full refund schedule.

Custom Routing & Questions

Planning a Bimini crossing, a birthday surprise, or a corporate group? Reach the MTWA team directly via the contact page for custom itinerary consultations and date holds.

Safety & Standards

Why MTWA’s Safety Record Speaks Louder Than a Website Promise

Felipe built Miami Tours and Water Adventures on a single non-negotiable: every guest boards a boat captained by someone who is fully credentialed, deeply prepared, and professionally accountable.

542+ Verified Reviews
100% Private Trips
USCG Master Captains
FWC Safety Baseline
  • USCG Master Merchant Mariner Credential

    Every MTWA captain holds a U.S. Coast Guard Master Merchant Mariner credential, the federal standard for commercial passenger vessels. Credentials are verified through the USCG National Maritime Center — not self-reported by the operator.

  • Weather-First Operations

    Your captain makes the final go/no-go call on every departure based on live sea state, wind, and forecast data. When Atlantic chop rises beyond safe conditions, the route pivots to the protected Intracoastal Waterway. FWC boating safety protocols are a minimum standard, not a ceiling.

  • Life Jackets & Guest Safety Protocols

    USCG-approved life jackets are carried for all guests and are required for children under 12 on upper decks while underway. Children under 30 lbs require a parent-supplied fitted jacket. Infants under 12 months are not recommended for sport-yacht charters. Standards maintained in accordance with Florida FWC guidelines.

  • 4.9 Stars Across 542 Verified Reviews

    Four-point-nine stars across 542 verified reviews is the aggregated experience of real guests who boarded, chartered, and returned to write about it. Read their accounts on our reviews page and learn more about Felipe’s background as Founder on the about page.

Frequently Asked Questions

40 Sea Ray Sport Yacht — Charter FAQ

How many guests can we bring on the 40 Sea Ray?

The 40 Sea Ray accommodates up to 12 guests. The guest count shown in your booking summary at time of checkout is the governing limit. If your party is larger, consider the 46 Flybridge or the 62 Azimut for higher capacity and upgraded amenities.

Where is the marina meet-up for the 40 Sea Ray?

Marina meet-up location, arrival time, and captain contact are emailed in your booking confirmation after you reserve through Peek. Arrive at least ten minutes before departure with photo ID and the card used to book. Questions before you pay? Use our contact page.

What is included in the 40 Sea Ray charter rate?

Every charter rate includes your USCG-licensed captain, all fuel for your booked hours, ice for guest beverages, the forward sunpad, wide stern swim platform, climate-controlled lounge with head, entertainment system, and wet bar. The crew-deployed floating island is included subject to sea conditions. An optional jet ski add-on is available when listed on Peek for your specific date — it is not automatically included. Gratuity is not included.

What does the interior of the 40 Sea Ray look like?

The climate-controlled salon below deck features cream leather seating, a galley kitchen, wet bar, private head, and entertainment system. When midday heat builds on the forward sunpad, your group retreats to air-conditioned comfort without ending the charter.

Is the optional jet ski always available on the 40 Sea Ray?

No — the jet ski add-on is date-dependent and appears as a listed option on Peek when available for your specific charter window. If the add-on does not appear during your booking, it is not available for that date. Check the Water Adventures page for standalone jet ski options bookable alongside your charter.

How does gratuity work on a Miami yacht charter?

Gratuity is entirely at your discretion and is never included in the charter rate. Miami Tours and Water Adventures suggests a minimum of $50 per booked hour in cash, given directly to your captain. MTWA captains earn that standard consistently. Cash is preferred; plan accordingly before boarding.

What is the deposit and cancellation policy for the 40 Sea Ray?

A deposit is charged at booking — the specific amount varies by charter duration. Refund schedule: 100% refund 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.

When does online booking close for the 40 Sea Ray?

Online booking through Peek closes 1 hour before your scheduled departure time. In some cases, the booking window may also close at midnight the prior evening — check Peek for the live cutoff on your chosen date. Contact the MTWA team directly via the contact page or by phone at +1-305-772-9942 for same-day inquiries.

Can we bring food and alcohol on board the 40 Sea Ray?

Yes — food and beverages are welcome aboard. Ice is provided on the boat, so simply pack what you want in soft-sided coolers (no hard rolling ice chests permitted). Alcohol is permitted for guests 21 and older with valid photo ID available for verification.

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