What Does a Miami Boat Rental Include?
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What does the rental include?
Every Miami charter includes a USCG-certified captain — no license or experience needed (as of 2026-09-07). Of the 146 boats that publish an inclusions list, 137 include the captain, 132 include fuel, 114 include bottled water and ice, 105 include a floating water mat for swim stops, 101 include a sound system, and 22 include a cooler. Free cancellation applies up to 48 hours before departure, and extras like catering are quoted upfront.
Wondering what actually comes with your Miami boat charter? Here's exactly what the listings publish — and what you'll want to confirm when you book.
What most listings include
Across the 165-boat Miami fleet, 146 boats publish an inclusions list. On those listings, 137 include the captain, 132 include fuel, and 114 include bottled water and ice. For swim stops, 105 list a floating water mat, while 101 list a sound system (phrased that way because some say "speaker"). A smaller group, 22 boats, list a cooler. These are per-listing counts, not fleet-wide guarantees — a boat that doesn't list an item may still lack it, so confirm the specifics for your chosen vessel. Every charter, regardless of listing, includes a USCG-certified captain, so no boating license or experience is required from you.
The captain is always included
The single constant across the fleet is the crew: every charter includes a USCG-certified captain, and 137 of the 146 boats that publish inclusions name the captain explicitly. That means you never need a boating license or prior experience — the captain handles navigation, docking and safety while you enjoy the water. With 165 vessels departing from 59 distinct departure points across zones like the Miami River (67 boats), Miami Beach (20) and Downtown Miami / Biscayne Bay (20), the captain also knows the local waters. A captain tip of 15–20% is customary and optional, so factor that into your budget when booking.
Extras and what to confirm
Beyond the standard inclusions, extras are available on request and quoted upfront: jet skis, catering, DJ and flyboard. Specifically, 12 boats publish a jet ski add-on directly on their listing. Onboard facilities vary by vessel — 117 of the 165 boats list at least one bathroom (head) and 116 list at least one cabin — but a boat that doesn't list one isn't proven to have or lack it, so ask before booking if it matters. The typical minimum charter is 4 hours. Booking is direct via WhatsApp, and after you book, the coordinator sends the exact marina name, dock number and address.
Data verified as of 2026-09-07
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the captain included in the price?+
Yes. Every charter includes a USCG-certified captain, and 137 of the 146 boats that publish inclusions name the captain explicitly (as of 2026-09-07). No boating license or experience is needed. A captain tip of 15–20% is customary and optional, so plan for that on top of your charter.
Is fuel included?+
Of the 146 boats that publish an inclusions list, 132 include fuel (as of 2026-09-07). Because inclusions are listed per boat, confirm fuel for your specific vessel when you book. Your final quote depends on the date and duration; the typical minimum charter is 4 hours.
Do the boats provide water and drinks?+
On the listings, 114 of the 146 boats that publish inclusions include bottled water and ice, and 22 include a cooler (as of 2026-09-07). These are per-listing counts, not a fleet-wide guarantee. Catering can be added on request and is quoted upfront when you book via WhatsApp.
Can I add a jet ski or other extras?+
Yes. Extras are available on request and quoted upfront: jet skis, catering, DJ and flyboard. Specifically, 12 boats publish a jet ski add-on on their listing (as of 2026-09-07). Ask your coordinator over WhatsApp to add extras to your booking.
Do all boats have a bathroom and cabin?+
Not all list them. Of the 165 boats, 117 list at least one bathroom (head) and 116 list at least one cabin (as of 2026-09-07). A boat that doesn't list one isn't proven to have or lack it, so confirm before booking if these matter to you.
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