What Is Included in a Miami Sunset Cruise?
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What is included in a sunset cruise?
As of 2026-10-27, every Miami charter — including a sunset cruise — comes with a USCG-certified captain, so no license or experience is needed. Of the 152 of 173 boats that publish an inclusions list, 143 include the captain, 138 include fuel, 117 include bottled water and ice, 108 include a floating water mat and 101 include a sound system. The typical minimum charter is 4 hours.
A sunset cruise in Miami is booked like any charter in our fleet, and the listed inclusions carry over. Here is exactly what the 152 boats that publish an inclusions list actually cover, so you know what you are paying for before you book.
The captain and fuel are the core inclusions
The single most important inclusion is the captain. Every charter in the Miami fleet includes a USCG-certified captain, so you never need a boating license or prior experience. Within the 152 of 173 boats that publish an inclusions list, 143 specifically include the captain and 138 include fuel — meaning those two major cost drivers are already baked into most listings. That matters for a sunset cruise because you want to be enjoying the light on the water, not navigating. The typical minimum charter is 4 hours, so a sunset window fits comfortably inside a standard booking. Your final quote depends on the date and duration you choose.
Comfort and swim-stop gear on board
Beyond the captain and fuel, many listings add comfort and water-play items. Of the 152 boats with published inclusions, 117 include bottled water and ice, 101 include a sound system and 24 include a cooler. For swim stops along Biscayne Bay, 108 boats include a floating water mat. Facilities vary by vessel: 121 of the 173 boats list at least one bathroom (head) and 121 list at least one cabin, with up to 5 heads and up to 21 cabins on a single boat. A boat that does not list a facility is simply unknown — confirm the specific vessel's features when you book via WhatsApp.
Extras you can add to a sunset cruise
If you want more than the standard inclusions, extras are quoted upfront before you commit. Available on request are jet skis, catering, a DJ and flyboard — and 12 boats specifically publish a jet ski add-on on their listing. These are priced per request, so you see the cost before booking. Booking is direct via WhatsApp with the operator, and after you book, the coordinator sends the exact marina name, dock number and address for your charter. Free cancellation applies up to 48 hours before the charter. A captain tip of 15–20% is customary and optional. The fleet carries 804 reviews averaging 4.7.
Data verified as of 2026-10-27
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does a sunset cruise include a captain?+
Yes. As of 2026-10-27, every Miami charter includes a USCG-certified captain, and 143 of the 152 boats with published inclusion lists state this explicitly. You need no boating license or experience. A captain tip of 15–20% is customary and optional.
Is fuel included?+
Of the 152 of 173 boats that publish an inclusions list, 138 include fuel. Because inclusions vary by vessel, your final quote — which depends on the date and duration — confirms exactly what that specific boat covers before you book via WhatsApp.
Will there be water and a sound system on board?+
Many boats list both: 117 of the 152 boats with published inclusions include bottled water and ice, and 101 include a sound system. Boats that do not list these may still lack them, so confirm your specific vessel's inclusions when you book.
How long is a typical charter?+
The typical minimum charter is 4 hours as of 2026-10-27. A sunset window fits comfortably inside that minimum. Your final quote depends on the exact date and duration you choose, confirmed when you book directly via WhatsApp.
Can I add extras like catering or a jet ski?+
Yes. Jet skis, catering, a DJ and flyboard are available on request and quoted upfront. Specifically, 12 boats publish a jet ski add-on on their listing. You see the cost before committing, with free cancellation up to 48 hours before the charter.
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