Book My Boat lines up the boat, the captain, and the vendor team in one booking. We handle the marriage license walkthrough, the rain plan, and the vendor list.
From intimate elopements to multi-yacht celebrations — we match the package to your guest count and vision.
2 to 8 guests, 2 hours, ceremony only
10 to 30 guests, 3 to 4 hours, ceremony plus light reception
30 to 100 guests, 4 to 8 hours, ceremony plus plated dinner
100+ guests, lead yacht plus tender boats
We guide you through the county steps so paperwork is the last thing on your mind.
At any county courthouse in Florida (Miami-Dade is easiest)
Florida residents wait 3 days unless they take a marriage prep course. Out-of-state couples skip the wait.
License is valid for 60 days from issue
Licensed officiant signs at the ceremony
Submit signed license within 10 days
Know the guest limits and layout options before you book.
Non-inspected yachts cap at 12 guests plus crew
Passenger vessels carry 49 to 375 guests for full ceremony and reception
Some yachts split the deck so ceremony runs at the bow and reception on the salon and aft deck
Our preferred vendors know yacht logistics. Florist, photographer, officiant, catering, and more.
Ceremony arch, bouquets, table centerpieces
Drone capture included
Licensed in Florida
Acoustic duo, band, or DJ
Dock-arrival timing
Plated, family-style, or tasting menu
Full coordination on the day
Every wedding deserves a rain backup. We build yours into the contract.
Does not cancel. Most yachts have an enclosed salon for the full guest count.
Trigger a reschedule or move to a partner indoor venue per the contract.
Plan a backup date or backup venue 60 days out.
Real yacht weddings — ceremony on the bow, reception in the salon, sunset first dances.
Browse the fleet and pick the boat that fits your group
Pick your date, dock, and route
Pay your deposit and the captain meets you at the marina
Every vessel is inspected and verified for safety, cleanliness, and compliance. Your wedding charter is backed by our quality guarantee.
All wedding charters come with US Coast Guard licensed captains experienced with ceremony coordination and guest safety.
Secure your wedding yacht with a deposit and pay the rest closer to your date. Flexible payment plans available.
Upgrade with florist, photographer, catering tiers, live music, and full wedding planning coordination.
Dedicated wedding concierge handles vendor coordination, license walkthrough, rain plan, and day-of logistics.
Earn points on every wedding booking and unlock exclusive perks like priority scheduling.
Real reviews from couples who celebrated their wedding with Book My Boat.
“Our micro-wedding on the bow at sunset was perfect. The planner handled everything — florist, photographer, officiant, and the rain backup.”
“We had 85 guests on an inspected vessel. Ceremony on the bow, dinner in the salon, dancing on the aft deck. The vendor team was incredible.”
“Eloped with 6 guests on a catamaran. Marriage license walkthrough from the team made it stress-free. Best decision we made.”
Yes. Florida law allows a wedding on the water with a licensed officiant. The marriage license comes from a Florida county courthouse.
Elopement packages start at $2,500. Micro-weddings run $7,500 to $20,000. Full weddings run $25,000 to $150,000+ based on yacht size, guest count, and vendor lineup.
Standard yachts cap at 12 guests under Coast Guard rules. Inspected passenger vessels carry 30 to 100 guests. Larger IPV vessels handle 200 to 375 guests.
Yes. Larger yachts have an open aft deck or salon for dancing. Smaller yachts make do with the bow. Live music and DJ setups both work.
Light rain does not cancel. Storms or Coast Guard advisories trigger a reschedule or refund. Larger yachts have an enclosed salon so the ceremony moves indoors.
Yes. Most yachts have a stateroom that doubles as a bridal suite. Plan a 90 minute window before the ceremony.
Yes. Rehearsal dinner the night before plus wedding next day saves on vendor coordination. We bundle the booking with a small discount on the rehearsal night.
Lock the wedding date 6 to 12 months ahead. Peak season (December through April) and major weekends sell out by month 12. Vendor coordination needs 4 to 6 months at minimum.
Reach thousands of couples looking for the perfect wedding yacht. Book My Boat handles bookings, payments, and customer service.