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How Much Does a Yacht Charter Cost in Miami? (2026 Group Breakdown)
A private Miami yacht charter for a group costs $850–$3,500 for a 2–4 hour trip, depending on boat size and date. On bareboat charters the captain is paid separately (roughly $50–$100/hour). Split 8–12 ways, expect about $95–$440 per person all-in — and on OuiPool each guest is charged only when the whole group commits.
Miami yacht charter prices by boat size
| Boat class | Typical trip (2–4h) | Split at 8 guests | Split at 12 guests |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort / fun boat (up to 12) | $850–$1,400 | $106–$175 | $71–$117 |
| Mid-size cruiser (up to 13) | $1,400–$2,400 | $175–$300 | $117–$200 |
| Luxury yacht (up to 13) | $2,400–$3,500 | $300–$438 | $200–$292 |
Weekend and sunset slots price higher than weekday mornings. Holiday weekends (Art Basel, F1, NYE) move to the top of each range.
What does the captain cost on a Miami charter?
On bareboat charters — most owner-operated Miami boats — US Coast Guard rules require you, the charterer, to select and pay the captain separately. Budget roughly $50–$100 per hour on top of the boat price. This is the single most common surprise in group charter planning; OuiPool folds the captain fee into each guest’s share automatically and pays the captain directly.
How do deposits and cancellations usually work?
Across Miami operators the norm is a 50% deposit (often non-refundable), with the balance due 7–30 days before the trip. Weather cancellations are the captain’s call and typically earn a credit or reschedule rather than a refund. OuiPool’s pooling happens before the vendor is paid: if your pool doesn’t fill, every authorization is released and no deposit ever changes hands.
The group-payment math most people get wrong
The old way: one person puts $2,400 on their card, then spends two weeks chasing eleven Venmo payments — and eats the no-shows. The pool way: each guest authorizes $200 when they commit, nobody is charged until all 12 are in, and the booking confirms the moment the pool fills. The organizer’s downside goes from $2,400 to $0.
Split it, don’t front it
Say oui — no one pays unless everyone’s in.
See Miami yacht charters your group can bookFAQ
- How much does it cost to rent a yacht in Miami for a day?
- Full-day charters (6–8 hours) typically run $2,000–$6,000+ depending on the yacht. Most group bookings are actually 2–4 hour trips at $850–$3,500, which covers sandbar stops, skyline cruises, and sunset runs.
- Is fuel included in a Miami boat rental?
- For captained charters, fuel for standard routes is usually included; unusual distances or high-speed cruising can add a fuel surcharge. Always confirm the route when booking.
- Can you split a yacht charter payment between friends?
- Not on the big rental marketplaces — one card pays in full. On OuiPool the group pools the charter: each guest authorizes their share and is charged only when everyone has committed.
- What happens if it rains on our charter day?
- Rain alone rarely cancels — the captain cancels only for unsafe conditions, and standard policy is a credit or reschedule rather than a refund. If your OuiPool hasn’t filled yet, nobody is charged regardless.