How Much to Charter a Yacht? Miami Prices & Party Packages
Mariam Revuelta
How Much to Charter a Yacht? Miami Prices by Size, Hours and Experience
Imagine your birthday with the Miami skyline behind you, your favorite music playing and your closest friends enjoying a private yacht. Before choosing the boat, though, there is one question worth answering clearly: how much to charter a yacht?
The answer depends on more than its length. Your total changes with the yacht, charter duration, route, crew arrangements and extras you select.
In the Book My Boat Miami listings reviewed for this guide, displayed boat rates ranged from $196 to $5,425 per hour. That is a sample of selected vessels—not the minimum and maximum for the entire fleet—and separately displayed crew and fuel charges must be considered.
This guide breaks down the cost to rent a yacht, shows what different sizes can cost by the hour and builds five party budgets using actual boats from the Book My Boat catalog.
Explore available yachts with Book My Boat.
Pricing snapshot: October 14, 2026. All prices are in USD. Rates and availability may change.
How Much Does It Cost to Charter a Yacht in Miami?
For selected 40–60 ft yachts reviewed in the catalog, displayed boat rates ranged from $245 to $770 per hour, before separately billed crew, fuel and optional services.
That means a four-hour boat subtotal could range from $980 to $3,080 among those examples.
But the boat subtotal is only the starting point.
A useful planning formula is:
Boat rate × charter hours + separately billed crew + fuel + selected extras = estimated charter budget.
Before comparing two yachts, make sure you are comparing the same duration and the same inclusions.
Starting Price vs. Your Actual Booking Price
A catalog card displaying “price from” does not necessarily show the rate for your chosen date.
During our review, some booking panels displayed higher hourly rates than the corresponding search cards. The panels also showed separate crew and fuel charges.
Use the catalog to discover boats, then request an itemized quote for your date, route and number of guests.
Miami Yacht Rental Prices by Size and Hours
How much does it cost to rent a private yacht if you want something small, spacious or spectacular?
The following table groups selected Miami listings into consecutive size categories. The duration columns multiply the observed hourly boat rates by four, six and eight hours.
These are boat-only calculations, before separately billed crew, fuel and extras.
Yacht size | Sampled boat rate per hour | 4-hour boat subtotal | 6-hour boat subtotal | 8-hour boat subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30–39 ft | $196–$229.60 | $784–$918.40 | $1,176–$1,377.60 | $1,568–$1,836.80 |
40–49 ft | $245–$334.60 | $980–$1,338.40 | $1,470–$2,007.60 | $1,960–$2,676.80 |
50–59 ft | $245–$399 | $980–$1,596 | $1,470–$2,394 | $1,960–$3,192 |
60–79 ft | $350–$1,435 | $1,400–$5,740 | $2,100–$8,610 | $2,800–$11,480 |
80–99 ft | $665–$1,225 | $2,660–$4,900 | $3,990–$7,350 | $5,320–$9,800 |
100–119 ft | $1,680–$5,425 | $6,720–$21,700 | $10,080–$32,550 | $13,440–$43,400 |
120–149 ft | $2,450–$5,016.66 | $9,800–$20,066.64 | $14,700–$30,099.96 | $19,600–$40,133.28 |
150–169 ft* | $4,375 | $17,500 | $26,250 | $35,000 |
These ranges describe the selected listings reviewed, not every yacht in each size category. The last category uses one reviewed listing. Duration calculations are planning examples, not confirmed package offers or availability.
30–39 ft: A Smaller Yacht Experience
A smaller yacht can be a starting point for couples, families or groups seeking a private outing without moving into the larger yacht categories.
The reviewed examples included the 30 ft Wellcraft and the 37 ft CRUISER, with displayed boat rates of $196 and $229.60 per hour, respectively.
Check the vessel’s actual guest capacity, seating, shade and facilities before choosing.
Book a 37 ft yacht here: CRUISER.
40–49 ft: A Setting for a Private Celebration
This category includes options such as My Shel and the pink yacht Barbie.
The reviewed boat rates ranged from $245 to $334.60 per hour. For four hours, that produces a boat subtotal of $980 to $1,338.40 before separate charges.
Book a 40 ft pink yacht here: Barbie.
50–59 ft: Compare Layout as Carefully as Length
In the reviewed examples, Ruffing IT and Coco displayed boat rates of $245 and $399 per hour.
At this size, compare the areas where your guests will spend their time: shaded seating, indoor lounges, swim access and dining space.
Book a 50 ft yacht here: Coco.
60–79 ft: A Wider Range of Boats and Budgets
The selected examples in this category ranged from $350 to $1,435 per hour.
That spread shows why size alone cannot determine your budget. Different builders, layouts, amenities and booking conditions can produce very different quotes.
Book a 60 ft yacht here: Escape II.
80–99 ft: Think About the Experience You Want
The sampled boats in this category included Foolish Pleasure, Mav and Days Like This, with observed boat rates ranging from $665 to $1,225 per hour.
Choose based on the setting you want for the occasion and the amenities available during your charter.
Book an 80 ft yacht here: Foolish Pleasure.
100–119 ft: Large Yacht Charter Options
The reviewed examples ranged from $1,680 to $5,425 per hour for the boat.
A four-hour calculation therefore varies substantially: $6,720 to $21,700 before separately billed charges.
Book a 100 ft yacht here: Millennium II.
120–149 ft: Compare Individual Luxury Vessels
Matrix, listed at 135 ft, displayed a boat rate of $2,450 per hour, while Custom Lime, listed at 120 ft, displayed $5,016.66 per hour.
The shorter yacht had the higher displayed price in this comparison—another reason to evaluate individual vessels rather than assume every additional foot costs more.
Book a 135 ft yacht here: Matrix.
150 ft and Above: Request a Vessel-Specific Quote
Sweet Caroline II is listed at 166 ft and displayed a boat rate of $4,375 per hour.
Its listing contains differing vessel specifications, so confirm its dimensions and details with the concierge before booking.
Explore the Sweet Caroline II listing here.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Yacht With a Crew?
For the budgeting examples in this guide, Book My Boat’s professional crew rate is $110 per hour, added to the boat cost when charged separately.
Charter duration | Crew at $110 per hour |
|---|---|
3 hours | $330 |
4 hours | $440 |
6 hours | $660 |
8 hours | $880 |
If you are asking how much does it cost to rent a yacht and crew, always ask whether the quote already includes that charge.
Some reviewed listings said “captain included” while the booking panel still displayed a crew payment. Confirm the meaning with the concierge so you count each charge once.
What About Fuel?
The reviewed booking panels showed fuel charges equivalent to $55 per hour.
For illustration:
Duration | Crew | Illustrative fuel | Combined addition to boat cost |
|---|---|---|---|
3 hours | $330 | $165 | $495 |
4 hours | $440 | $220 | $660 |
6 hours | $660 | $330 | $990 |
8 hours | $880 | $440 | $1,320 |
Fuel for your actual route must be confirmed. A local cruise and a longer journey may require different arrangements.
For example, four hours aboard Coco at the observed $399 hourly boat rate produces:
Boat: $1,596
Crew: $440
Illustrative fuel: $220
Planning subtotal: $2,256 before extras
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Yacht for a Party?
A birthday with balloons and photos has a different budget from a celebration with a DJ, bartender and private chef.
Start with the boat, then decide which services will make the biggest difference to your guests.
Yacht Party Add-On Prices
The following standard planning rates were supplied by Book My Boat for this guide.
Additional service | Planning rate | Example |
|---|---|---|
Jet ski | $150 per hour | 1 hour: $150 |
Drone photography and photos | $150 per hour | 2 hours: $300 |
Bartender service | $100 per hour | 4 hours: $400 |
Private chef service | $150 per hour | 4 hours: $600 |
DJ service | $150 per hour | 4 hours: $600 |
Balloon setup | $350 per setup | $350 |
Hookah service | $150 per service | $150 |
Confirm service scope, minimum hours and vessel approval. Chef and bartender figures cover the service; food, ingredients, drinks and supplies require confirmation. Premium yachts may have different rates. Jet ski sessions and drone coverage depend on location, conditions and operating restrictions.
Package 1: The Pink Birthday — Barbie, 40 ft
Picture a pink yacht, birthday balloons and a dedicated hour to capture the celebration.
Component | Calculation | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
Barbie yacht | $334.60 × 4 hours | $1,338.40 |
Professional crew | $110 × 4 hours | $440 |
Illustrative fuel | $55 × 4 hours | $220 |
Balloon setup | One setup | $350 |
Drone photography and photos | $150 × 1 hour | $150 |
Estimated package budget | $2,498.40 |
Shared among 13 guests: approximately $192.18 per person.
Rent Barbie here and request your birthday setup.
Package 2: The Splash and Capture Day — Coco, 50 ft
Combine your yacht outing with a booked jet ski session and two hours of photography coverage.
Component | Calculation | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
Coco yacht | $399 × 4 hours | $1,596 |
Professional crew | $110 × 4 hours | $440 |
Illustrative fuel | $55 × 4 hours | $220 |
Jet ski | $150 × 1 hour | $150 |
Drone photography and photos | $150 × 2 hours | $300 |
Estimated package budget | $2,706 |
Shared among 13 guests: approximately $208.15 per person.
Rent Coco here and plan your day on the water.
Package 3: The Floating Dance Floor — Escape II, 60 ft
Make music the center of the afternoon with a DJ and bartender service throughout the cruise.
Component | Calculation | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
Escape II yacht | $350 × 4 hours | $1,400 |
Professional crew | $110 × 4 hours | $440 |
Illustrative fuel | $55 × 4 hours | $220 |
DJ service | $150 × 4 hours | $600 |
Bartender service | $100 × 4 hours | $400 |
Estimated package budget | $3,060 |
Shared among 13 guests: approximately $235.38 per person.
Rent Escape II here and request your party quote.
Package 4: The Chef’s Table at Sea — Foolish Pleasure, 80 ft
Build your celebration around dining, conversation and photos aboard a larger yacht.
Component | Calculation | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
Foolish Pleasure yacht | $665 × 4 hours | $2,660 |
Professional crew | $110 × 4 hours | $440 |
Illustrative fuel | $55 × 4 hours | $220 |
Private chef service | $150 × 4 hours | $600 |
Drone photography and photos | $150 × 2 hours | $300 |
Estimated package budget | $4,220 |
Shared among 13 guests: approximately $324.62 per person.
Menu, ingredients and provisioning require a separate confirmation.
Rent Foolish Pleasure here and discuss your celebration.
Package 5: The Big Birthday Statement — Millennium II, 100 ft
Choose a larger setting with music, bartender service, balloon decor, photo coverage and a requested hookah service.
Component | Calculation | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
Millennium II yacht | $1,680 × 4 hours | $6,720 |
Professional crew | $110 × 4 hours | $440 |
Illustrative fuel | $55 × 4 hours | $220 |
DJ service | $150 × 4 hours | $600 |
Bartender service | $100 × 4 hours | $400 |
Drone photography and photos | $150 × 2 hours | $300 |
Balloon setup | One setup | $350 |
Hookah service | Subject to vessel approval | $150 |
Estimated package budget | $9,180 |
Shared among 13 guests: approximately $706.15 per person.
Rent Millennium II here and customize your celebration.
All five packages are illustrative budgets, not published bundled offers. They use observed boat rates and the stated service assumptions. Confirm four-hour availability, your date’s rate and the complete quote before booking.
For more inspiration, learn more about birthday celebrations with Book My Boat in Miami.
What Does a Private Yacht Cost per Person?
A charter budget can look very different when your group shares it.
For a yacht confirmed to accommodate 13 guests, divide the complete budget—not just the boat subtotal—by 13.
Example: $3,060 ÷ 13 guests = approximately $235.38 per person.
That is the Floating Dance Floor example above, including the boat, crew allowance, illustrative fuel, DJ and bartender service.
Guests sharing the same $3,060 budget | Approximate cost per person |
|---|---|
6 guests | $510 |
8 guests | $382.50 |
10 guests | $306 |
13 guests | $235.38 |
Thirteen is the published guest capacity for the five package boats reviewed here. It is not a universal capacity for every boat.
Confirm whether hired entertainers and service providers affect your permitted headcount. Sleeping capacity for overnight trips must be checked separately.
How Much Would It Cost to Rent a Yacht for 1 Day?
For selected full-day yacht experiences, Book My Boat’s planning range is $2,500 to $20,000, depending on the yacht’s size, the route and the service arrangements.
First, define what “one day” means.
An eight-hour cruise and a 24-hour charter are different products. A day around Miami and a longer journey also have different fuel and itinerary requirements.
Some smaller day charters can cost less than this range, while premium yachts can exceed $20,000, as the hourly calculations above demonstrate.
Yachts to Explore for Your Full-Day Quote
Ask for a quote based on your departure point, planned stops and preferred hours.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Yacht for a Night?
If the yacht stays in the marina and is used only for sleeping, Book My Boat’s supplied planning range is $400 to $2,000 per night.
The price depends on:
Boat size.
Number of bedrooms.
Overnight guest count.
Marina arrangements.
Accommodation facilities.
This range refers to a dockside overnight stay, rather than a night cruise or an overnight journey.
What to Confirm Before Booking an Overnight Stay
Ask how many people can sleep aboard, whether dockside accommodation is permitted and what the quote includes for cleaning, utilities and marina access.
A boat listed for 13 daytime guests does not necessarily have beds for 13 people.
Browse the catalog and ask Book My Boat about available dockside overnight options.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Yacht for 3 Days?
Book My Boat’s supplied planning range for a three-day traveling charter is $15,000 to $90,000, depending on the yacht, destination and number of guests.
At this duration, cabin layout becomes as important as deck space.
Your quote should address overnight accommodation, route feasibility, crew arrangements, meals, fuel and dockage.
Larger Yachts to Discuss With the Concierge
Explore these listings as starting points:
Their hourly listings do not confirm a three-day offer. Ask which vessels are available and suitable for your overnight itinerary.
How Much Is It to Rent a Yacht for a Week?
If you are wondering how much does it cost to rent a yacht for a week, Book My Boat’s supplied planning range is $40,000 to $500,000, depending on the destination and yacht.
A weekly charter is priced around an accommodation plan and a complete itinerary.
Confirm whether the quoted figure covers only the charter fee or also includes operating expenses.
What Can Change a Weekly Charter Budget?
Budget factor | What to clarify |
|---|---|
Yacht | Exact vessel, cabins, amenities and availability |
Destination | Cruising area, embarkation and disembarkation |
Fuel | Included allowance or separate consumption charges |
Meals and drinks | Provisioning, menus and beverage arrangements |
Marina stops | Dockage and shore-side charges |
Crew | Included services and any additional staffing |
Other expenses | Taxes, gratuities and destination-specific charges |
For larger yacht inspiration, explore Matrix, Custom Lime and Sweet Caroline II.
Weekly availability and overnight suitability require individual confirmation.
The overnight, full-day and multi-day ranges above were supplied by Book My Boat for budgeting. They are not published tariffs for the linked vessels.
Small Yacht, 60 Foot, 100 Foot or 150 Foot: What Should You Budget?
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Small Yacht?
Among the sampled 30–49 ft boats, displayed boat rates ranged from $196 to $334.60 per hour.
That translates to $784 to $1,338.40 for four hours, before separately billed crew, fuel and extras.
Explore CRUISER, listed at 37 ft, or Barbie, listed at 40 ft.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a 60 Foot Yacht?
Two reviewed 60 ft examples showed:
Yacht | Observed boat rate per hour | 4-hour boat subtotal | With illustrated 4-hour crew and fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
Escape II | $350 | $1,400 | $2,060 |
Supreme I | $770 | $3,080 | $3,740 |
Optional services are additional.
Book a 60 ft yacht here: Escape II, or compare Supreme I here.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a 100 Foot Yacht?
Millennium II, listed at 100 ft, displayed a boat rate of $1,680 per hour.
For four hours:
Boat subtotal: $6,720
Crew allowance: $440
Illustrative fuel: $220
Planning subtotal before extras: $7,380
Book a 100 ft yacht here: Millennium II.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a 150 Foot Yacht?
An exact 150 ft yacht needs a vessel-specific quote.
The reviewed larger alternatives included Matrix at 135 ft and Sweet Caroline II listed at 166 ft. Neither should be presented as exactly 150 ft.
Their observed boat rates were $2,450 and $4,375 per hour, respectively, giving four-hour boat calculations of $9,800 and $17,500 before separate charges.
Explore Matrix here or explore Sweet Caroline II here and request a vessel matching your preferred size.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Big Yacht?
“Big” could mean an 80 ft yacht for an afternoon or a much larger vessel for a luxury vacation.
Among the reviewed 80 ft-and-above examples, displayed boat rates spanned $665 to $5,425 per hour.
Choose based on usable space, amenities and service rather than the adjective in the listing.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Luxury Yacht, Super Yacht or Mega Yacht?
These terms overlap in yacht marketing. They do not create fixed pricing categories.
If you are researching how much does it cost to rent a luxury yacht, how much does it cost to rent a super yacht or how much does it cost to rent a mega yacht, comparing named vessels provides a more useful answer.
Yacht | Listed length | Observed boat rate per hour | 4-hour boat calculation |
|---|---|---|---|
80 ft | $665 | $2,660 | |
100 ft | $1,680 | $6,720 | |
135 ft | $2,450 | $9,800 | |
Listed 166 ft | $4,375 | $17,500 | |
120 ft | $5,016.66 | $20,066.64 | |
116 ft | $5,425 | $21,700 |
Boat-only calculations. Confirm specifications, amenities, crew, fuel and all other charges in your quote.
The surprising lesson is that the longest yacht is not automatically the most expensive.
Focus on the features you will enjoy: shaded lounges, dining space, interior style, a jacuzzi or water toys. Confirm which amenities are available during your charter and which carry additional charges.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Boat Instead of a Yacht?
If your main question is how much does it cost to rent a boat, begin with the activity you want.
A smaller boat may suit a short private outing. A yacht may offer the indoor space, facilities and layout you want for a longer celebration.
The reviewed 30 ft Wellcraft showed a boat rate of $196 per hour.
A four-hour illustration is:
Component | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
Boat: $196 × 4 hours | $784 |
Crew allowance | $440 |
Illustrative fuel | $220 |
Planning subtotal before extras | $1,444 |
This is one catalog example, not the lowest price for every boat type in Miami.
Explore the 30 ft Wellcraft here.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Yacht in Split?
Split is a yacht charter destination in Croatia. A search for “how much does it cost to rent a yacht in Split” refers to that destination.
The Miami prices in this guide should not be used as Croatian charter rates. For Split, request a destination-specific quote based on the yacht, season, duration, itinerary and inclusions.
If you meant splitting the price among friends, use the complete Miami charter budget divided by your confirmed guest count.
For example:
$2,706 ÷ 13 guests = approximately $208.15 per person.
How to Get a Yacht Quote You Can Compare With Confidence
Before choosing your boat, ask these five questions:
What is the total for my actual date and hours?
Check the selected booking rate rather than relying only on a “from” price.Which charges are separate?
Confirm crew, fuel, taxes, dockage and any mandatory fees.Does the yacht fit my group?
Verify guest capacity, seating, facilities and sleeping berths when applicable.Can we complete our preferred route in the booked time?
Discuss the departure location, cruising time and planned stops.What does each extra include?
Confirm service hours, supplies, availability and vessel approval.
A useful yacht budget starts with the day you want to create. Choose the boat, allow enough time for your route and add the services your group will enjoy most.
Ready to plan your private yacht experience? Explore the Book My Boat catalog and request a personalized quote with your date, guest count, preferred duration and occasion.