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Honeymoon Harbour
Shallow, clear water off Gun Cay where friendly stingrays swim right up to the boat.
Life Is
Better
On A Boat.
Miami to Bimini
The closest Bahamas island to Miami. Cross the Gulf Stream on a private yacht with a licensed captain and be on Bimini's beaches before lunch.
Good
Vibes
Bigger
Horizons
Distance
~50 nautical miles
Cruise time
2–3 hours
Trip length
Day trip to 4 days
Passport
Required
Trip Overview
Boat from Miami to Bimini
Board at a Miami marina, head east across the Gulf Stream, and clear Bahamas customs in Alice Town, North Bimini. From there it's beaches, snorkeling and dinner on the island. Your captain picks the weather window and runs the route. Distances are approximate.
- 10–12 hours
Day Trip
Leave early, swim and snorkel, lunch on the island, and you're back in Miami by evening. A long day, but doable on a fast yacht.
- 2 days
Overnight
Sleep aboard or at a resort, see the island without rushing, and cross back the next afternoon.
- 3–4 days
Long Weekend
Add Gun Cay, Cat Cay or the Berry Islands. More time in the water, less time watching the clock.
Sample Itinerary
A Day in Bimini
A sample Bimini day trip from Miami. Your captain adjusts the timing to the weather and your group.
- 8:00 AM
Leave Miami
Meet your captain at the marina and head east across the Gulf Stream.
- 10:30 AM
Clear customs in Alice Town
The captain takes care of the paperwork while you stay aboard.
- 11:30 AM
Honeymoon Harbour
Swim with stingrays in the shallow water off Gun Cay.
- 1:00 PM
Lunch on the island
Conch salad and cold drinks near Radio Beach.
- 3:00 PM
SS Sapona wreck
Snorkel the old concrete ship on the way out.
- 4:00 PM
Head home
Cruise back across the Gulf Stream while the water is calm.
- 6:30 PM
Back in Miami
Dock and report to U.S. Customs on the CBP ROAM app.
Highlights
What to Do in Bimini
Four ways to spend your time on and around the island.
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SS Sapona Wreck
A concrete shipwreck in 15 feet of water. One of the easiest wreck snorkels in the Bahamas.
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Radio Beach & Alice Town
Walk to beach bars, conch stands and the shops on King's Highway.
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Sportfishing
Bimini is known as a big game fishing capital. Troll the Gulf Stream on the way over.
Ferry vs. Private Boat
The Bimini ferry is the cheapest seat. A private boat is the better day for a group.
| Compare | Bimini Ferry | Private Boat with Book My Boat |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves from | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) | The Miami marina you choose |
| Schedule | Fixed departure times | You pick the time |
| Travel time | About 2 hours, plus check in | 2–3 hours, dock to dock |
| Cost | About $150–$250 per person round trip | From about $350 per guest (10 guests) |
| Who's on board | Hundreds of other passengers | Only your group |
| Stops on the way | None | Stingrays, wrecks and sandbars |
Bimini Trip Pricing
Prices are for the whole boat, not per seat. Split it across your group and compare it to ferry tickets.
Day Trip
From $3,500/per group · about $350 per guest for 10
- 60 ft yacht with captain and crew
- Customs help in Bimini
- Snorkel gear and floats
Overnight
From $6,500/per group · about $650 per guest for 10
- Night at the marina or anchored
- Two full days on the island
- Sleep aboard or at a resort
Long Weekend
From $9,500/per group · about $950 per guest for 10
- Gun Cay, Cat Cay or Berry Islands
- Flexible route each day
- Concierge plans every stop
No Surprises
What's Included
Here's what your Bimini quote covers and what gets added on top.
Included
Yacht with a licensed captain and crew
Water, ice and soft drinks
Snorkel gear and floats
Towels and a Bluetooth sound system
Help with customs paperwork
Not Included
Fuel, quoted by route
Bahamas customs and cruising permit fees
Food and catering (add-on)
Bahamas fishing permit
Crew gratuity
Featured Fleet
Boats for This Trip
Yachts sized for the Gulf Stream crossing, each with a licensed captain who knows the run to Bimini.
How It Works
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Browse & Choose
Pick a yacht rated for the Gulf Stream crossing that fits your group.
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Plan Your Trip
Choose a day trip or overnight. We confirm customs, timing and add-ons.
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Book & Board
Pay your deposit, bring passports, and meet your captain at the marina.
System Live
Packing List
What to Bring
Pack light. Space on board is tight, and soft bags stow easier than hard suitcases.
Essentials
- 1
Passport for every guest
- 2
Swimsuit and cover-up
- 3
Reef-safe sunscreen
- 4
Sunglasses and a hat
Smart Extras
- 1
Light jacket for the ride back
- 2
Cash for the island (USD works)
- 3
Seasickness medicine
- 4
Overnight bag if you're staying
Frequently Asked Questions
About 2 to 3 hours on most yachts. Bimini sits roughly 50 nautical miles east of Miami, across the Gulf Stream. A choppy crossing can add 30 minutes or more.
Yes. Plan on 10 to 12 hours total, with 4 to 6 of them on the island. Leave early to get calm morning water both ways.
Yes. Many groups book 2 to 4 days. Sleep in the yacht's cabins at the marina, or stay at Resorts World Bimini or a guesthouse in Alice Town.
At the Bahamas port of entry in Alice Town, North Bimini. The captain goes ashore with the boat papers and your passports while you wait aboard.
A valid passport for every adult and child. A driver's license won't get you into the Bahamas by private boat.
Everyone reports their arrival to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, usually through the CBP ROAM app, as soon as you dock in Miami.
It depends on the wind. A north wind against the current stacks up waves fast. Your captain watches the forecast and only crosses in a safe window.
Passport, swimsuit, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, a light jacket for the ride home, some cash for the island, and seasickness medicine if you need it.
Yes. It's a short run south of Bimini at Gun Cay. The water is shallow and calm, so it works for kids and non-swimmers.
Yes. Bimini is a famous big game fishing spot. You'll need a Bahamas sportfishing permit, which we can arrange when you book.
Yes. The Bahamian dollar is pegged one to one with the U.S. dollar, and shops, bars and conch stands take U.S. cash.
Send your date, group size and day trip or overnight plan on WhatsApp. We'll quote yachts that can make the crossing, and a deposit locks it in. Refundable with 24 hours' notice, except crew fees.
Day trips start around $3,500 for the whole group, about $350 per guest with 10 people. Overnight and multi-day trips cost more. See the pricing above.
Yes, if you leave early. You'll get 4 to 6 hours on the island, enough for the stingrays, a wreck snorkel and lunch. To slow down, book an overnight.
Bimini is a small, quiet island that's popular with boaters and families. Use the same common sense you would anywhere, and your crew can point you to the best spots.
The ferry is cheaper per seat. A private boat leaves from Miami on your schedule, carries only your group, and stops wherever you want on the way.