Private Sunset Cruise Miami
Two Hours on Biscayne Bay
A two-hour private powerboat cruise past Star Island, Fisher Island, and the downtown skyline at golden hour — USCG-licensed captain, fuel, coolers, and up to 40 guests on your own deck. From $60 per person for parties of eight or more.
Miami Tours & Water Adventures
What is a private sunset cruise in Miami?
A private Miami sunset cruise is a two-hour, one-hundred-percent-private charter past Star Island, the Venetian Islands, Fisher Island, downtown Miami, and Virginia Key. One USCG-licensed captain, fuel, and stocked coolers are included. Bring drinks and snacks in plastic or cans. Captain gratuity is not included.
- Duration Two hours from cast-off to dock-in — enough time to catch the full shift from golden hour to city lights.
- Route Star Island & Venetian Islands, Fisher Island, downtown Miami, Virginia Key. Captain adjusts for best light and conditions.
- Group Size 100% private. Up to 40 guests. Per-person rate drops as your party grows.
- Starting Price From $60 per person for parties of 8+. Full rate table below.
The Experience
How does the Miami sunset cruise actually run?
Golden hour opens as you curve past Star Island and the Venetian Islands. Downtown Miami lights up; Virginia Key offers a quieter stretch before you head back. Your captain reads the bay for the best light and a smooth two-hour pace.
Your confirmation email has dock address, arrival time, and captain contact. Arrive thirty minutes early to board at ease and stow snacks before cast-off. Bring a light layer if the breeze picks up, and keep drinks in plastic or cans — no glass on board.
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Golden Hour · Biscayne Bay
What does a private Miami sunset cruise look like?
Two photographs from this charter — your golden-hour deck view and the Biscayne Bay skyline at magic hour. Open the carousel for both originals.
Skyline glow
Biscayne Bay
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Reserve your private sunset cruise.
Each departure is private to your group the moment it is booked. Pick your date, confirm your guest count, and reserve online in minutes.
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Included With Your Charter
What is included on the private sunset cruise?
Every private sunset cruise includes your own powerboat, USCG-licensed captain, fuel, and coolers stocked with ice and bottled water. Bring snacks and drinks in plastic or cans — no glass on board. Captain gratuity is not included but always appreciated when the night delivers.
- Your Private Boat The deck belongs to your party only — no sharing the rail with another group at any point.
- USCG-Licensed Captain Master Merchant Mariner credential. Knows Biscayne Bay by heart and routes for the best light of the evening.
- Fuel Included Your rate covers the full two-hour run — no surprise fuel add-ons at the dock.
- Coolers, Ice & Bottled Water Stocked on board before you arrive. Bring your own snacks and additional drinks in plastic or cans. No glass containers.
- USCG-Rated Life Jackets On board for every guest. Safety briefing runs before lines are cast.
- Where to Meet Us Full dock address, arrival time, and captain contact are sent in your confirmation email after booking. Arrive thirty minutes early with photo ID and the card used when you booked.
Transparent Pricing
How much does a private Miami sunset cruise cost?
Rates are per paying guest on a boat that is one hundred percent private to your party from two to forty guests. Per-person cost drops as your crew grows — from $180 each for couples to $60 each at eight or more. Your booking confirmation shows live pricing for your exact group size.
- 2 Guests $180 / person
- 3 Guests $135 / person
- 4 Guests $110 / person
- 5 Guests $90 / person
- 6 Guests $80 / person
- 7 Guests $70 / person
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8+ Guests Best per-person value for bigger crews$60 / person
Captain gratuity is not included. When service wows you, many guests tip 15%, 18%, or 20%. Read our full terms, billing, and cancellation policies.
Weather calls are made by our team — not a forecast alone.
Perfect For
Who is the private sunset cruise perfect for?
Couples, families, visitors, and celebration groups who want Star Island, downtown, and Virginia Key views from a private deck at golden hour — without sharing the bow with strangers, following a group tour script, or splitting the night across multiple operators.
Romantics & Best Friends
Slow Dancing With the Skyline
Proposals, anniversaries, double dates — two hours of golden light, soft breeze, and space to actually hear each other.
Families & Visitors
Miami’s Greatest Hits, Kid-Friendly Pace
Show your crew the names they have heard — Star Island, downtown, Virginia Key — with a captain who keeps the ride smooth and the stories flowing.
Big Celebrations
Up to 40 Guests, One Private Deck
Rehearsal dinners, reunions, corporate teams — bring the whole crew and let the city sparkle behind you while you toast together.
Day + Night Planners
Stack Another Adventure
Pair a daytime private snorkel charter or Island Adventure Package before your sunset. Browse all options at water adventures in Miami.
Plan Your Arrival
Where do we meet and what should we bring?
Dock address, arrival time, and captain contact arrive in your confirmation email after booking. Arrive thirty minutes early with photo ID and the card used when you booked. Pack a light layer, sun protection, and snacks in plastic or cans.
- Where to Meet Us Full dock address, arrival time, and captain contact are sent in your confirmation email after booking. Arrive thirty minutes early with photo ID and the card used when you booked. Grab dockside photos before cast-off.
- Check-In ID Bring photo ID and the card used at booking for dock verification. See our booking and cancellation policy for full details.
- What to Bring Towels, a light layer if the breeze picks up, water shoes or sandals. Drinks and snacks in plastic or cans — glass containers are not permitted on board.
- Gratuity Not included in the rate. Bring cash to recognize your captain if the evening delivers — 15%, 18%, or 20% are customary ranges.
- Written Cancellations Email Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com with your request. Written confirmation comes back so you have a clear record.
- Need Help? Special requests, surprise setups, or help choosing the right vessel for your headcount — reach us via the contact page.
Your Peace of Mind
How do you run a safe sunset charter?
A USCG Master Merchant Mariner commands every sunset departure. USCG-rated life jackets are on board for every guest with a safety briefing before cast-off. Captains make weather calls before launch; a pre-departure cancel is a reschedule or full refund. Florida boating rules sit with FWC; captain credentialing sits with the U.S. Coast Guard.
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USCG-Licensed Captains Who Love This Bay
Our captains hold Master Merchant Mariner credentials — the federal standard for commercial passenger vessels. Captain credentialing standards sit with the U.S. Coast Guard; cited in the sources block below. Meet Captain Felipe and the crew.
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Safety Briefing & Life Jackets
Every cruise begins with a friendly rundown of the vessel and where safety gear lives. USCG-rated life jackets are on board for every guest.
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Weather Decisions Made With Care
Only Miami Tours and Water Adventures makes the weather call — never a forecast alone. If plans change, we communicate quickly and walk you through every option with clarity. Full policy on our terms and cancellation policy page.
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Common Questions
What do guests ask before booking the sunset cruise?
How long is the private Miami sunset cruise?
Two hours from cast-off to return — enough time to soak in the full shift from golden hour to city lights.
Where does the cruise go?
Star Island and the Venetian Islands, Fisher Island, downtown Miami’s glow, and Virginia Key. Your captain balances the best views with sea conditions for a smooth two-hour pace. Want a specific highlight? Mention it when you book.
What is included in the price?
Private powerboat, USCG-licensed captain, fuel, and coolers stocked with ice and bottled water. Bring your own snacks and beverages in plastic or cans — glass stays on shore. Captain gratuity is not included.
How many guests can join?
Up to forty guests can sail together. The entire experience is reserved for your party — no other groups on board.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes. Coolers, ice, and bottled water are waiting on board. Add whatever you would like to toast the sunset — just leave glass bottles at home for safety.
How does gratuity work?
Gratuity is not included in the fare. If your captain makes the night special, customary recognition is 15%, 18%, or 20% — whatever feels right to you. Bring cash.
What if weather gets in the way?
Only Miami Tours and Water Adventures makes the weather call — never a forecast alone. If we cancel before departure, we will work hard to find another evening or issue a full refund per our policies. After departure, adjustments follow the terms agreed at booking. Full details at our cancellation policy page.
Where do we meet and what should we bring?
Dock address, arrival time, and captain contact arrive in your confirmation email after booking. Arrive thirty minutes early with photo ID and the card used when you booked. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a light layer, and keep drinks in plastic or cans. Questions? Call +1 305-772-9942 or email Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com.
How do I cancel or change plans in writing?
Email Miamiwateradventures@outlook.com with your request. We confirm any cancellation or change in writing so you have a clear record. Deposit and refund details are in our terms, billing, and cancellation policies.
Make a Weekend of It
What else can you book after a sunset cruise?
Many guests pair a sunset cruise with a daytime snorkel charter, Island Adventure Package, or yacht charter on another date. Each experience is one hundred percent private — stack multiple charters across your Miami trip for a full weekend on the water.
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Tonight Could Be the Night
Private Sunset Cruise Miami — Biscayne Bay
Grab your date, round up your favorite people, and let us handle the rest. The boat is yours from the moment you book.
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Private Sunset Cruise Miami · Two Hours on Biscayne Bay · USCG-Licensed Captain · Up To 40 Guests