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Cutler Bay Yacht Rental
Private yacht charters from Cutler Bay. Black Point Park Marina under 10 minutes away, the gateway to Biscayne National Park, Elliott Key, the Florida Keys reef system, and Key Biscayne.
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CUTLER BAY YACHT CHARTERS
Private Yacht Charters from Cutler Bay
Cutler Bay is a residential town on the southwestern shore of Biscayne Bay in southern Miami-Dade County. Black Point Park and Marina, the primary departure for Cutler Bay charters, is under 10 minutes away via US-1 south and is the main gateway to Biscayne National Park, the only major urban national park in the United States accessible primarily by boat. Crown Yachts Miami operates a fleet of over 55 private yachts available for Cutler Bay departures.
Private yacht charters from Cutler Bay serve the full range of occasions: birthday celebrations anchored in Biscayne National Park, bachelorette parties on the south bay, corporate client entertainment with the national park as a unique backdrop, reef snorkeling excursions on the Florida Keys reef tract, and sunset bay cruises south of Key Biscayne.
Every charter is customizable with private catering, a private chef on board, a DJ, custom yacht decoration, watersports equipment, and VIP transport from your Cutler Bay address to the marina.
Our Fleet
Yacht Rentals Available from Cutler Bay
Not sure which yacht fits your group? Our team will recommend the best yacht based on your needs.
WHY CUTLER BAY
Why Choose Cutler Bay for Your Yacht Charter
Cutler Bay's position in southern Miami-Dade puts Black Point Marina under 10 minutes away, with direct access to Biscayne National Park, the Florida Keys reef system, and the full south bay corridor north to Key Biscayne and Star Island.
Southernmost Town
Town of Cutler Bay on the Western Shore of Biscayne Bay in Southern Miami-Dade
Cutler Bay is a residential town in southern Miami-Dade County, incorporated in 2005 from what was previously unincorporated county land. The town sits on the western shoreline of Biscayne Bay, south of Palmetto Bay and north of Homestead, and is one of the few Miami-Dade communities with direct proximity to both Biscayne National Park and the developed south bay corridor between Key Biscayne and the outer reef line. Cutler Bay residents book private yacht charters for family celebrations, birthday outings, corporate events, and snorkeling and diving excursions into the national park.
Closest Marina
Black Point Park and Marina at the Edge of Biscayne National Park, Under 10 Minutes from Cutler Bay
Black Point Park and Marina is the closest full-service public marina to Cutler Bay, accessible in under 10 minutes via US-1 south to SW 87th Avenue. The marina sits at the southwestern margin of Biscayne National Park and provides the most direct bay access of any marina in southern Miami-Dade. Black Point is the primary departure point for Cutler Bay charters and is the gateway to Elliott Key, Adams Key, Boca Chita Key, and the Biscayne National Park coral reef tract. The short drive from Cutler Bay to the marina is the fastest marina commute of any location in southern Miami-Dade.
National Park Access
Biscayne National Park, the Only Urban National Park in the US Accessible Primarily by Boat
Biscayne National Park covers 173,000 acres and is 95 percent water, making it one of the largest marine parks in the National Park system and the only major urban national park in the United States that is primarily accessible by private vessel. The park encompasses the southernmost stretch of Biscayne Bay, the northernmost section of the Florida Keys reef system, and a chain of barrier islands. Elliott Key is the largest island in the park and the northernmost Florida Key. The entire northern reef tract — accessible from Black Point Marina in under 30 minutes — is within the park boundary.
Reef and Island Chain
Elliott Key, Adams Key, Boca Chita Key, and the Florida Keys Reef Tract Under 30 Minutes by Water
The barrier island chain inside Biscayne National Park — Elliott Key, Adams Key, and Boca Chita Key — is the most distinctive charter destination available from any Miami-Dade departure point. Elliott Key is the largest island and has a ranger station, hiking trails through hardwood hammock forest, and crystal-clear anchorage on its western bay side. Boca Chita Key features the iconic ornamental lighthouse that is the most photographed landmark in the park. The coral reef tract east of the island chain is accessible by water only and holds the northernmost section of the Florida Keys reef system.
WHERE WE DEPART
Marina Departure Points Near Cutler Bay
Black Point Park and Marina is the primary departure for Cutler Bay charters. Additional marinas serve north bay, Key Biscayne, and downtown Miami itineraries.
Primary Marina
Black Point Park and Marina, South Miami-Dade
Black Point Park and Marina at SW 87th Avenue and SW 248th Street is the primary departure for Cutler Bay charters. Located under 10 minutes from most Cutler Bay addresses via US-1 south, the marina is the southernmost full-service public marina in Miami-Dade and the main gateway to Biscayne National Park. Large parking areas, a boat ramp, and full-service marina facilities make Black Point the most convenient departure option for Cutler Bay groups. The marina's southern position gives direct bay access to Elliott Key, Adams Key, the reef tract, and Key Biscayne north.
Key Biscayne
Crandon Park Marina, Key Biscayne
Crandon Park Marina on Key Biscayne is 20 to 25 minutes from Cutler Bay via US-1 north and the Rickenbacker Causeway. The marina is surrounded by Crandon Park's tropical landscape and provides direct access to Nixon Sandbar, the outer reef, and the Key Biscayne channel to the bay. For Cutler Bay charters whose itinerary focuses on Nixon Sandbar and Key Biscayne rather than the national park, Crandon Park Marina is the preferred departure. The Key Biscayne position is also closer to the Star Island and downtown Miami bay circuit for Cutler Bay guests.
South Bay
Dinner Key Marina, Coconut Grove
Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove is 20 to 25 minutes from Cutler Bay via US-1 north. The largest marina in Miami, Dinner Key gives access to the full central and north bay corridor — Star Island, downtown Miami, the Venetian Islands, and Miami Beach — that is north of Cutler Bay's primary south bay position. For Cutler Bay guests whose charter itinerary combines a south bay national park segment with an afternoon run north to Star Island, Dinner Key is the preferred mid-bay departure point between the two corridors.
Biscayne Bay
Rickenbacker Marina, Virginia Key
Rickenbacker Marina at the Rickenbacker Causeway is 25 to 30 minutes from Cutler Bay via US-1 north. Positioned at the entrance to Virginia Key, the marina gives direct access to the Biscayne Bay mid-corridor between downtown Miami and Key Biscayne. For Cutler Bay charters whose itinerary focuses on Virginia Key beach access and the central bay rather than the national park or north bay circuit, Rickenbacker Marina is a convenient midpoint departure.
DEPARTURE LOCATIONS
Departure Marinas for Cutler Bay Charters
All marinas are accessible from Cutler Bay by rideshare or car. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Select a departure marina to see the location
Black Point Park & Marina
The primary departure for Cutler Bay charters, under 10 minutes from most Cutler Bay addresses via US-1 south. The southernmost full-service marina in Miami-Dade and the main gateway to Biscayne National Park.
BISCAYNE NATIONAL PARK
KEY BISCAYNE
ELLIOTT KEY
ON THE WATER
Charter Routes and Views from Cutler Bay
Cutler Bay charters cover Biscayne National Park, the Florida Keys reef tract, Elliott Key, Nixon Sandbar, Key Biscayne, and the full north bay corridor to Star Island and the downtown Miami skyline.
Most Popular
Biscayne National Park and the Barrier Islands
Biscayne National Park is the defining charter destination from Cutler Bay and is accessible in under 30 minutes from Black Point Marina. The most popular route visits Elliott Key, the largest island in the park, where the western anchorage side has some of the clearest bay water in Miami-Dade. The full island circuit — Black Point to Elliott Key to Adams Key to Boca Chita Key — covers the three primary park islands in a single half-day charter. The lighthouse at Boca Chita Key is the most photographed stop on the route.
Reef and Ocean
Florida Keys Reef Tract and the Atlantic Ocean
The coral reef tract east of the Biscayne National Park island chain is the most ecologically significant snorkeling and diving destination accessible from any Miami-Dade marina. The northern Florida Keys reef system begins at the eastern edge of the park barrier islands, under 30 minutes from Black Point Marina at reef-transit speed. The reef holds star coral, brain coral, elkhorn and staghorn formations, and visibility that frequently exceeds 30 feet in calm conditions. This route is unique to Cutler Bay and Black Point departures and is not accessible from northern Miami-Dade marinas without a full-day offshore transit.
Sandbar
Nixon Sandbar, Key Biscayne
Nixon Sandbar, the most popular shallow-water anchorage in Miami Bay, is 30 to 40 minutes north of Black Point Marina along the western shore of Key Biscayne. The sandbar sits in the passage between Key Biscayne and the mainland and is accessible from Cutler Bay as either a standalone destination or as part of a longer north bay run that continues to Star Island and the downtown Miami skyline. Cutler Bay charters that depart Black Point in the morning and head north to Nixon Sandbar cover the most bay distance of any standard half-day itinerary.
Islands and Kayaking
Elliott Key and Adams Key Anchorage and Swimming
Elliott Key's western anchorage, protected by the island's hardwood hammock shoreline, is the premier calm-water swimming and snorkeling spot inside Biscayne National Park. The water on the island's bay side is shallow, clear, and protected from Atlantic swell, making it the most family-friendly national park anchorage in Miami-Dade. Adams Key, a smaller island to the south of Elliott Key, offers a quieter anchorage used for fishing and wildlife observation. Both keys are included on standard Cutler Bay national park charters.
Star Island
Star Island and the Celebrity Island Chain via North Bay
Star Island, Palm Island, and Hibiscus Island in central Biscayne Bay are accessible from Cutler Bay on a longer north bay run of 45 to 60 minutes from Black Point Marina. Full-day Cutler Bay charters combining a morning national park segment south with an afternoon Star Island circuit north cover the greatest range of any Miami-Dade location charter itinerary. The contrast between the remote park islands in the morning and the celebrity estate shoreline in the afternoon is a distinctive two-corridor itinerary unique to Cutler Bay's southern position.
Skyline
Downtown Miami Skyline and Brickell from the South Bay
The downtown Miami and Brickell skylines are visible from the open south bay on a Cutler Bay charter heading north. Charters departing Black Point Marina and running north through the bay pass the Key Biscayne channel, Nixon Sandbar, and the Coconut Grove waterfront before reaching the downtown and Brickell skyline position. The approach to the downtown skyline from the south, framed by the Rickenbacker Causeway in the foreground, is a different visual perspective than the Watson Island and Venetian Causeway approach used by northern departure marinas.
EVERY OCCASION
All Yacht Charter Experiences from Cutler Bay
Every type of private yacht charter experience departs from Cutler Bay area marinas. Celebrations, romantic occasions, corporate events, snorkeling and diving adventures, and milestone ceremonies.
Birthday Party
Celebrate on the water with the national park islands and the Miami skyline
Bachelorette Party
Bachelorette yacht charter from Cutler Bay into Biscayne Bay
Corporate Events
Client entertainment from Cutler Bay with national park anchorage
Yacht Proposal
Propose at sunset in Biscayne National Park or at the Key Biscayne anchorage
Sunset Cruise
Golden hour on Biscayne Bay south of Key Biscayne
Yacht Party
Private group celebration on the south bay and national park waters
Romantic Dinner
Private dinner on Biscayne Bay from Cutler Bay
Anniversary Cruise
Celebrate your anniversary on the water from Cutler Bay
Yacht Tour Miami
Biscayne National Park, Elliott Key, and the Boca Chita Key lighthouse
Wedding Yacht
Intimate ceremonies on Biscayne Bay or in the national park
Snorkeling Miami
Florida Keys reef system snorkeling via Biscayne National Park
Scuba Diving Miami
Coral reef dives on the northern Florida Keys reef tract
Yacht Photography
On-water photography with the Boca Chita lighthouse and national park backdrop
CUSTOMIZE YOUR CHARTER
Add-On Services for Cutler Bay Charters
Every Cutler Bay yacht charter can be customized with a full range of add-on services. All services are coordinated before departure and ready when you board at Black Point Marina.
Food and Drink
Yacht Catering Miami
Full-service catering menus prepared and served on board. Popular options for Cutler Bay charters include picnic-style setups anchored at Elliott Key, open-bar birthday packages on the south bay, and seated dinner service on the way back from the national park.
Activities
Watersports
Jet skis, paddleboards, kayaks, and towable inflatables available on any Cutler Bay charter. The calm anchorages at Elliott Key and Adams Key inside Biscayne National Park are the best watersport stops available from any Miami-Dade marina.
Decor
Yacht Decoration
Custom balloon arches, floral arrangements, themed table settings, and personalized signage for birthdays, proposals, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Setup is complete before your group arrives at Black Point Marina.
Culinary
Private Chef
A private chef boards with your group and prepares a custom menu on board throughout the charter. Available on all Cutler Bay departure vessels and popular for birthday and anniversary dinners anchored in the national park.
Entertainment
Private DJ
A professional DJ with full equipment setup on deck. Music selection coordinated in advance to match your event type. Popular for Cutler Bay birthday and bachelorette groups anchored in the south bay and Biscayne National Park waters.
Transport
VIP Transport
Black car service from your Cutler Bay address directly to Black Point Marina or another departure marina. Timed to arrive at least 15 minutes before departure so your group boards without rushing.
WHAT TO KNOW
Planning Your Cutler Bay Yacht Charter
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Getting to the Marina from Cutler Bay
Black Point Park and Marina is the closest marina to Cutler Bay, under 10 minutes via US-1 south to SW 87th Avenue south. The marina entrance is at SW 248th Street and SW 87th Avenue. For charters routing north to Key Biscayne, Nixon Sandbar, or Star Island, Crandon Park Marina on Key Biscayne is 20 to 25 minutes from Cutler Bay via US-1 north and the Rickenbacker Causeway. Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove is 20 to 25 minutes north via US-1. We recommend arriving 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
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Parking at Cutler Bay Departure Marinas
Black Point Park and Marina has a large free parking lot inside the park and is the most parking-accessible marina in southern Miami-Dade. The lot accommodates large groups and rarely fills except on peak summer holiday weekends. Crandon Park Marina on Key Biscayne has paid parking within the park. Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove has parking adjacent to the marina with overflow options at nearby city parking. For Cutler Bay groups arriving by rideshare, Black Point is the easiest drop-off of any south Miami-Dade marina.
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Best Time of Day for a Cutler Bay Charter
Morning charters departing Black Point between 8am and 10am reach the Biscayne National Park barrier islands before the midday wind builds and before weekend boat traffic fills the park anchorages at Elliott Key. Afternoon charters from 12pm to 3pm work well for south bay snorkeling and swimming. Evening charters from Black Point heading north toward Key Biscayne and Nixon Sandbar at golden hour offer the south bay sunset perspective that is different from any northern departure marina. The bay south of Key Biscayne is one of the least crowded sunset positions in Miami-Dade.
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Charter Duration from Cutler Bay
Most Cutler Bay charters run 3 to 5 hours. A 3-hour charter from Black Point Marina covers the national park island chain at Elliott Key and Boca Chita Key with time to anchor and swim. A 4-hour charter adds the reef snorkeling segment east of the barrier islands or a run north to Nixon Sandbar. A 5 to 6 hour full-day charter from Cutler Bay covering both the national park in the morning and Star Island in the afternoon is the most complete south-to-north itinerary available from any Miami-Dade location.
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Group Size and Vessel Selection
Private yacht charters from Cutler Bay accommodate groups from 2 to 13 guests on standard vessels. Cutler Bay has a strong mix of family celebration groups, snorkeling and diving guests, and birthday and corporate event bookings. Motor yachts in the 45 to 75 foot range suit most Cutler Bay group sizes. Larger sport yachts in the 65 to 105 foot range are available for parties and corporate events requiring more deck space. Contact us for configurations above 13 guests.
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What Is Included
All Crown Yachts Miami charters include a USCG-licensed captain, crew, fuel, ice, water, and a Bluetooth sound system. Add-ons available for Cutler Bay departures include private catering with full menu coordination, a private chef on board, an open bar package with bartender service, a DJ with full equipment, custom yacht decoration for celebrations, VIP transport from your Cutler Bay address to the marina, snorkeling gear, and a professional photographer or videographer.
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