JS
Joshua S.
2 hours ago
Amazing yacht rental experience. Ben was great on board, helpful, friendly and on top of everything. Everything went perfect, and the jet skis were superior. Will definitely be back.
Small Yacht Rental MiamiPrivate Boat Charters from 26 to 50 Feet
Affordable private yacht charters in Miami. 18 vessels from 26 to 50 feet. Full captain included on every booking. Day trips, sandbar runs, sunset cruises, birthday parties, and family outings on Biscayne Bay.
AS SEEN IN
MIAMI'S MOST ACCESSIBLE PRIVATE CHARTERS
Small Yacht Rentals in Miami, Florida
Crown Yachts Miami operates 18 vessels from 26 to 50 feet, the most accessible category for private yacht charters in Miami. Every vessel includes a USCG-licensed captain, and the full range of add-ons available on larger vessels is also available on small yachts. A day on the water in Miami does not require a large vessel or a large budget. The small yacht fleet makes Biscayne Bay, the Haulover Sandbar, Star Island, and the South Beach waterfront accessible for groups of any size.
The most popular vessels in the 50-foot category are the Cruiser Sport 50, Princess Flybridge 50, and the Azimut Atlantis 50. The VanDutch 40 and Fjord 41 are premium choices for smaller groups seeking a distinctive vessel. The full fleet of 18 small yachts covers every group size from a couple getaway to a 13-guest birthday party.
Small yacht charters from Crown Yachts Miami are available for day trips, birthday parties, sunset cruises, family outings, anniversary celebrations, corporate team events, and casual private charters. Departures from Miami Beach, Brickell, Coconut Grove, and all major Miami marinas.
26ft
Smallest vessel available
50ft
Largest in small fleet
Up to 13
Guests per private charter
CHARTER FORMATS
Small Yacht Charter Types in Miami
The small yacht fleet covers every occasion from a casual afternoon on the bay to a fully catered birthday party. Choose the format that fits your group.
Most Popular
Casual Day Charter
A private day on the water in Miami without a set agenda. Board a small yacht, head to the sandbar, swim off the aft platform, and cruise the bay at your own pace. Small yachts from 37 to 50 feet are the most popular category for casual outings from Miami marinas. The captain handles all navigation, anchoring, and routing. You choose when to move, when to stay, and where to go. The format works equally well for a spontaneous outing as it does for a planned day trip.
CHECK AVAILABILITYCelebrations
Small Birthday Party Boat
Private birthday charters on a small yacht in Miami for groups of 6 to 13 guests. A 40 to 50-foot vessel provides a full party platform at an accessible price point. The bar is loaded before the group boards, the captain departs when everyone is ready, and the day runs entirely on the birthday guest's schedule. Custom decoration, a private chef, and a DJ are all available as add-ons. Crown Yachts Miami coordinates all birthday add-ons in advance so the vessel is fully dressed and stocked before the group arrives at the marina.
CHECK AVAILABILITYSunset
Sunset Cruise Miami
A 2 to 4-hour sunset cruise on a small yacht along the South Beach waterfront and Biscayne Bay. Small yachts are the most common choice for sunset cruises in Miami because the 26 to 50-foot vessels provide an intimate open-deck experience with full bay access. The captain routes along the Art Deco hotel district, past Star Island, and into the open bay as the sun drops behind the Miami skyline. A champagne service and a custom bar setup are available for sunset cruises.
CHECK AVAILABILITYFamily
Family Day Trip
Private family charters on a small yacht in Miami are ideal for groups traveling with children. A 40 to 50-foot vessel provides a stable, comfortable platform with shaded areas, open deck space for kids, and a safe swim platform for the anchor stop. The captain selects a calm anchorage for the swim stop and manages all safety protocols throughout the day. Snorkel gear, paddleboards, and water toys are available as add-ons. The vessel and route are entirely private for the duration of the family charter.
CHECK AVAILABILITYCouple
Couple Getaway
Intimate private charters for two on a 26 to 50-foot yacht in Miami. Small yachts provide a more personal experience than larger vessels, with the captain as the only additional crew and the full deck space reserved for two guests. A champagne service, a private chef preparing a light lunch or dinner at anchor, and a custom sunset route are available. Popular for anniversaries, proposals, Valentine's Day, and private romantic outings where the occasion calls for complete privacy on the water.
CHECK AVAILABILITYTeam
Corporate Team Outing
Small group corporate team charters on 40 to 50-foot yachts in Miami. A small yacht provides a more casual, accessible team experience than a full corporate event charter on a larger vessel. Teams of 6 to 13 guests board a private vessel, spend the day on the bay, and depart from any major Miami marina. A catered lunch, an open bar, and a structured sandbar stop are the most common format for corporate team outings on small yachts. All coordination is handled by Crown Yachts Miami from booking to dock.
CHECK AVAILABILITYSMALL YACHT FLEET
Miami Small Yacht Fleet 26 to 50 Feet
Every vessel below is 50 feet or smaller. Full captain included on every booking.
HOW IT WORKS
How to Book a Small Yacht in Miami
Booking a small yacht charter at Crown Yachts Miami follows a straightforward process. Six steps from first contact to departure.
01
Choose Your Vessel
The small yacht fleet runs from 26 to 50 feet across 18 vessels. Consider guest count, preferred deck layout, and whether an open sport deck or a flybridge vessel with covered seating fits your group better. The 50-foot vessels including the Cruiser Sport 50 and Princess Flybridge 50 are the most popular for groups of 8 to 13. The VanDutch 40 and Fjord 41 are premium choices for smaller groups of 6 to 10. The 26-foot Bayliner and Crownline are the entry-level options for very small groups of 4 to 6.
02
Confirm Guest Count and Date
Small yacht private charters accommodate up to 13 guests depending on the vessel. Share your preferred date, guest count, and event type. We confirm availability and provide the next steps for securing the booking. Weekend dates and South Florida holiday weekends fill in advance. Contact us early for peak season dates from December through April and major Miami event weekends.
03
Select Charter Duration
Standard durations for small yacht charters run from 2 hours to a full 8-hour day. A 2 to 3-hour sunset cruise covers the South Beach waterfront and bay. A 4-hour day charter reaches the sandbar and covers a bay circuit. A 6 to 8-hour full day adds Key Biscayne, an extended sandbar stop, and a full lunch service at anchor. Custom durations outside standard packages are available on request.
04
Add Any Optional Services
A private chef, an open bar package, custom decoration, a watersports package, and VIP ground transport are all available as add-ons for small yacht charters. Every add-on is coordinated and loaded before the group boards. The vessel departs with everything in place. No day-of logistics for the organizer. We confirm all add-on loading schedules in advance.
05
Secure with a Deposit
A deposit confirms the vessel and date. You receive a full booking confirmation including the marina address, boarding time, captain contact, and a complete breakdown of everything included. Any last-minute changes to the add-ons or itinerary can be made up to the day before departure. The captain contacts you directly before the charter to confirm routing and weather.
06
Board and Enjoy
The vessel is fueled, provisioned, and ready at the marina berth at your boarding time. The captain greets the group at the dock. Bar and any catering are set up and ready from the moment everyone is on board. The captain departs when the group is settled, routes through the chosen destinations, and manages all navigation and anchoring throughout the day. The group returns to the marina at the end of the charter duration.
DESTINATIONS
Small Yacht Charter Destinations in Miami
All charter routes are customized. These are the most requested stops and anchor points on small yacht charters from Miami marinas.
Half day / Full day
Haulover Sandbar
Haulover Sandbar is the most popular anchor destination in Miami and the standout stop on any small yacht charter. The sandbar sits at the Haulover Inlet just south of Bal Harbour in knee-deep turquoise water. Small yachts have an advantage here because the shallower draft allows closer anchoring to the sandbar itself. Swimming, bar service from the boat, and a casual lunch at anchor are the standard format. The 30 to 50-minute transit north from Miami Beach Marina makes it accessible on a 4-hour or longer charter.
CHECK AVAILABILITYDEPARTURE POINTS
Miami Marinas for Small Yacht Departures
The small yacht fleet departs from all major Miami marinas. Select a marina below to see its location and details.
Miami Beach Marina
Premier full-service marina at the southern tip of Miami Beach, steps from South Beach and the Art Deco district.
SMALL YACHT FLEET
PRIVATE CHARTERS
FULL SERVICE
WHY CROWN YACHTS MIAMI
The Best Small Yacht Charter Experience in Miami
Crown Yachts Miami operates 18 small yachts from 26 to 50 feet, the largest selection of private-charter small vessels in Miami. Every booking includes a USCG-licensed captain.
18 SMALL YACHTS.THE LARGEST SELECTION FROM 26 TO 50 FEET
The Crown Yachts Miami small yacht fleet includes 18 vessels from 26 to 50 feet. Whether the group is two guests on a VanDutch 40 or 13 guests on a Cruiser Sport 50, there is a vessel in the fleet that fits. All 18 vessels are available for private charter and depart with a USCG-licensed captain from any major Miami marina.
CAPTAIN ON EVERY BOOKING.NO BAREBOAT RENTALS. ALWAYS FULLY CREWED
Every small yacht charter from Crown Yachts Miami departs with a USCG-licensed captain. Bareboat rentals without a captain are not offered. The captain manages all navigation, anchoring, and routing for the full duration of the charter. The group boards and focuses entirely on the day without any requirement to operate the vessel or manage logistics.
SAME ADD-ONS AS LARGER YACHTS.CHEF, BAR, DJ, AND DECORATION ON ANY VESSEL
The private chef, open bar, DJ, and custom decoration available on larger Crown Yachts Miami vessels are also available on small yacht charters. All add-ons are coordinated and loaded before departure. The birthday decoration is set up on the vessel before the group boards. The bar is stocked and ready. The chef provisions and prepares on board.
STRAIGHTFORWARD BOOKING.ONE POINT OF CONTACT FROM INQUIRY TO DEPARTURE
Booking a small yacht charter at Crown Yachts Miami follows the same process as any vessel in the fleet. Share your preferred vessel, date, guest count, and any add-ons. We confirm availability, send a booking confirmation, and coordinate everything from marina logistics to add-on loading in advance. One contact from booking to departure. No separate vendor coordination required.
SAMPLE ITINERARIES
Small Yacht Itineraries in Miami
Sample outlines for three popular small yacht charter durations. Every itinerary is adapted to the group, occasion, and preferred destinations.
4 Hours
Quick Bay and South Beach Circuit
- 10:00 — Board at Miami Beach Marina or 5th Street Marina. Bar ready at the dock.
- 10:15 — Depart south through Government Cut channel.
- 10:30 — Fisher Island approach. South Pointe and cruise ship channel views.
- 11:00 — Open bay transit. South Beach Art Deco waterfront on the port side.
- 11:30 — Star Island slow cruise along the celebrity estate waterfront.
- 12:00 — Open bay anchor stop. Swim from the aft platform.
- 13:15 — Return transit along the Venetian Islands channel.
- 14:00 — Dock and disembark.
Half Day
Sandbar and City Charter
- 10:00 — Board at Bill Bird Marina or Miami Beach Marina. Bar loaded.
- 10:15 — Depart north through the intracoastal toward Haulover Inlet.
- 10:45 — Anchor at Haulover Sandbar in knee-deep turquoise water.
- 11:00 — Bar service and swim stop from the aft platform.
- 12:00 — Depart sandbar south. Open bay transit.
- 12:30 — Star Island slow cruise.
- 13:00 — Venetian Islands channel inbound.
- 13:30 — South Beach waterfront at reduced speed.
- 14:00 — Open bay. Second swim stop or continued bay cruise.
- 15:00 — Return to marina and disembark.
Full Day
Complete Miami Waters Experience
- 09:30 — Board at Bill Bird Marina. Full bar and provisions loaded.
- 09:45 — Depart north to Haulover Sandbar.
- 10:15 — Sandbar anchor. First swim stop and bar service.
- 11:30 — Chef-prepared lunch served at anchor.
- 12:30 — Depart south through the intracoastal.
- 13:30 — Star Island and Venetian Islands circuit.
- 14:30 — Government Cut transit. Fisher Island approach.
- 15:00 — Key Biscayne anchorage. Snorkel gear and paddleboards deployed.
- 16:30 — Sunset transit north along the South Beach waterfront.
- 17:30 — Open bay sunset anchor. Final bar service.
- 18:00 — Return to marina. Dock at last light.
- 18:30 — Disembark.
UPGRADE YOUR CHARTER
Small Yacht Charter Add-Ons
Every add-on is coordinated and loaded before departure. The group boards a vessel that is fully provisioned and ready.
CulinaryPrivate Chef
A private chef prepares a custom menu on board during the charter. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a formal dinner at anchor. Menu selection made in advance. All provisions and equipment loaded before departure. Served at the aft deck, main seating area, or across the vessel depending on the charter format.
LEARN MORE
EntertainmentPrivate DJ
A professional DJ with full sound system set up on the yacht deck before departure. Music runs from boarding to dock. The DJ coordinates the playlist in advance. Available on all vessels 37 feet and above. The Cruiser Sport 50 and Princess Flybridge 50 are the most popular small yacht choices for DJ charters.
LEARN MOREFood and DrinkOpen Bar Package
Full bar setup with premium spirits, wine, Champagne, mixers, and non-alcoholic beverages loaded before departure. Bar service runs from boarding to dock. All glassware, ice, and bar equipment included. The open bar package is the most commonly booked add-on for birthday parties and sunset cruises on small yachts.
LEARN MORE
ActivitiesWatersports Package
Paddleboards, kayaks, towable inflatables, snorkel gear, and water toys deployed from the aft platform at the anchor stop. Crew manages equipment deployment. Available at the sandbar, Key Biscayne, and open bay anchor stops. The most popular watersports add-on for family charters and casual day trips on small yachts.
LEARN MORE
DecorCustom Yacht Decoration
Balloon arrangements, flower decorations, themed table settings, custom banners, and event-specific decoration for the deck and seating area. The decoration team sets up before departure so the group boards a fully dressed vessel. Available for birthday parties, anniversary outings, proposals, and romantic sunset charters.
LEARN MORE
LogisticsVIP Ground Transport
Luxury SUV or limousine transfer from hotel, residence, or airport to the marina and back. A dedicated driver ensures the group arrives at the marina on time and travels as a unit. Available for birthday parties, corporate team outings, and any small yacht charter where marina transportation is preferred.
LEARN MOREBOOK YOUR SMALL YACHT
Book a Small Yacht Rental in Miami
Share your preferred vessel, guest count, date, and any add-ons. We confirm availability and handle all coordination from booking to departure.
What Our Clients Say
Google Verified Reviews
FAQ
Small Yacht Rental Miami FAQ
Common questions about small yacht rentals and private boat charters in Miami.
Explore