Maid of Honor Guide: Bachelorette Yacht Party Miami

By Crown Yachts Miami Team · Bachelorette Charter Specialists

Planning a bachelorette yacht party in Miami as the maid of honor means being the bridge between the charter company and the group. Crown Yachts Miami makes the booking side straightforward — this guide covers the logistics and coordination that fall on the MOH.

Step 1: Book the Yacht

Contact Crown Yachts Miami with your preferred date, group size, and charter duration. A 4-hour charter is the most popular choice for bachelorette parties. Bachelorette yacht charters in Miami start from $1,500.

Once you confirm availability and get the quote, a 50% deposit secures the vessel and date. This is the most time-sensitive step — popular Saturdays and peak season dates (December through April) book up. A 4-6 week lead time is the safe window for most dates.

For a detailed planning breakdown, see the how to plan a bachelorette yacht party in Miami guide.

Step 2: Choose the Add-Ons

Add-ons are what make the experience feel like a bachelorette party rather than just a boat trip. The most popular combination for bachelorette groups is decorations plus a private DJ. Here is a summary of what is available:

Decorations

Banners, florals, balloons, and styled setups are ready before guests board. The decoration add-on transforms the deck for photos and creates the bachelorette atmosphere from the moment the group steps on board. Communicate your theme and color palette when booking.

Private DJ

A professional DJ for the full charter, connected to the yacht's sound system. Share playlist preferences and any must-play songs when confirming the private DJ booking.

Catering and Private Chef

The catering add-on covers platters and finger foods. A private chef prepares a more elaborate sit-down menu. Both require dietary information 2+ weeks before the charter. Groups who prefer BYOB can skip catering entirely.

Transport

The transport add-on arranges a vehicle to pick up the group from their hotel or Airbnb and bring them to the marina. Useful when the group is unfamiliar with Miami or wants to avoid parking logistics.

Watersports

Jet ski access and watersports at the sandbar stop. The watersports add-on works well for groups who want activity in the itinerary alongside sunbathing and dancing.

Step 3: Collect Payments from Guests

The standard approach is to divide the charter total (base price plus add-ons) equally among all guests, with the bride attending free. Collect payments 2-4 weeks before the charter so funds are in hand before the balance is due.

Digital payment apps (Venmo, Zelle, Cash App) are the easiest method. Collect the bride's share from the group equally distributed. For example: if the total is $2,400 for a group of 12 (including the bride), each of the 11 paying guests contributes approximately $218.

The remaining 50% charter balance is paid on board on the day of the charter. Make sure you have this amount ready — the crew handles payment at boarding.

Day-Of: MOH Responsibilities

• Send the marina address to all guests the night before
• Confirm everyone is awake and on their way before departure time
• Arrive 15 minutes early to handle any last-minute coordination
• Have the remaining balance payment ready for the crew
• Once on board, relax — the captain and crew handle everything on the water

For a complete day-of packing list for the group, see what to pack for a bachelorette yacht party in Miami.