Party on the Seas: 37ft Private Yacht Cruise in Miami With Captain
Quick answer
Party on the Seas charters a private 37ft yacht with a captain for up to 12 guests in Miami, listed from $215 per group.
The captain ($50 per hour) and fuel ($50) are paid at the dock, so two hours cost about $365; rated 4.8/5 from 162+ GetYourGuide reviews.
PARTY ON THE SEAS LLC
37ft Private Yacht Cruise with Champagne
4.8 (162) · from $215
Party on the Seas is a Miami company that charters a 37-foot Rinker Fiesta Vee yacht with a captain for up to 12 guests, listed from $215 per group, with the captain and fuel paid at the dock.
The detail that changes the decision is how much comes with the boat.
Party on the Seas lists a cabin, a private bathroom, air conditioning, a TV, a microwave, a fridge and docking parking in the fare, which most Miami charters do not. A two-hour trip costs $215 plus $100 for the captain plus $50 for fuel, or $365 in total.
| Operator | Party on the Seas LLC |
|---|---|
| Boat and capacity | 37-foot Rinker Fiesta Vee yacht with cabin, bathroom, air conditioning and TV; up to 12 guests including children |
| Price | From $215 per group; captain $50 per hour and fuel $50 per trip paid at the dock |
| Duration | 2, 3, 4 or 5 hours |
| Departure times | Chosen when you book; arrive 15 minutes early for check-in |
| Meeting point | 2151 NW 12th St, Miami, FL 33125, where a representative meets you at the front entrance; parking available |
| Route | Miami River, Downtown, Bayside, the island chain, Star Island and Fisher Island; the 5-hour option goes to Nixon Sandbar |
| Food and drink | Bring your own; cooler, ice and bottled water provided; a bottle of champagne comes with the champagne option |
| Languages | English, Spanish and Arabic listed; bilingual narration included |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before for a full refund |
| Rating | 4.8/5 from 162+ reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the Party on the Seas 37ft yacht cruise in Miami?
It is a private yacht charter with a professional captain, sold in five versions from a budget two-hour sightseeing run to a five-hour trip to a sandbar.
The two-hour trips are the Miami sightseeing cruise without champagne and the same cruise with a complimentary bottle. Three hours adds a swim stop in Biscayne Bay, four hours extends the swim and sightseeing time, and the five-hour option goes to the Nixon Sandbar near Key Biscayne for swimming, floating and music.
| Option | Length | What the listing offers | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing, no champagne | 2 hours | Skyline, Miami River and celebrity homes | Budget first look |
| Sightseeing with champagne | 2 hours | Same route with a complimentary bottle | Couples and toasts |
| Sightseeing and swim | 3 hours | Route plus a swim stop in Biscayne Bay | Families |
| Extended cruise and swim | 4 hours | More time on the water for music and swimming | Birthdays |
| Nixon Sandbar adventure | 5 hours | Trip to the Nixon Sandbar for floating and swimming | Groups who want the sandbar |
The marketplace web address still says "soft drinks", but the structured data and the title lead with champagne. Trust the structured options: champagne comes only with the champagne option, and the budget sightseeing trip is without it.
Where does the Party on the Seas cruise leave from?
It leaves from 2151 NW 12th Street in the 33125 postcode, where a company representative meets you at the front entrance and walks you to the boat.
The listing states that parking is available, and that you should arrive 15 minutes early to check in and settle the captain and fuel charges. Lateness is expensive: half an hour behind schedule and GetYourGuide can log your group as a no-show. The boat may still sail, but your minutes are not added back.
- Arrive at 2151 NW 12th Street 15 minutes before your slot.
- Meet the representative at the front entrance.
- Settle the captain's hourly fee and the flat fuel fee, then board.
I could not route a walking time to a Metrorail station for this address, so there is no minutes figure here.
The county fare guide lists $2.25 for Metrorail and Metrobus, with Metromover free, and you can check a walking route in Google Maps. GetYourGuide's review summary says travelers wanted clearer meeting-point and timing messages, so confirm both the evening before.
What is the route, stop by stop?
The yacht works down the Miami River to Downtown, passes Bayside, loops through the island chain to Star Island and Fisher Island, then runs by the port.
| Stop | What happens | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Miami River | Guided sightseeing from the river | Miami River |
| Downtown Miami | Skyline and scenic views | Downtown |
| Bayside Marketplace | Pass-by | Bayside Marketplace |
| San Marco, Di Lido, Palm, Hibiscus and Venetian Islands | Pass-by views | Di Lido Island |
| Star Island | Guided sightseeing, celebrity homes | Star Island |
| Flagler Memorial and Fisher Islands | Pass-by | Fisher Island |
| Miami Marine Stadium | Optional swim stop of about 40 minutes | Marine Stadium |
| Nixon Beach Sandbar | Swimming and floating on the 5-hour trip | Nixon Sandbar |
The narration is bilingual, which is unusual for a private charter. Ask your captain which language mix he or she prefers before you leave the dock.
What is on board and what is included?
This yacht has the longest equipment list of the private boats on this site: cabin, bathroom, air conditioning, TV, microwave, fridge, floating mat and shower hose.
| Item | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 37ft Rinker Fiesta Vee yacht, licensed captain | Included | Captain fee paid separately |
| Cabin, private bathroom, A/C, TV, fridge, microwave | Included | On board |
| Cooler, ice, bottled water | Included | Bring your own food and drinks |
| Floating mat, Bluetooth sound, shower hose | Included | For swim stops |
| Docking and parking | Included | Parking at the meeting point |
| Champagne | Included on one option only | Not on the budget sightseeing trip |
| Captain ($50/h) and fuel ($50) | Not included | Paid at the dock |
| Food and extra alcohol | Not included | BYOB |
| Gratuities | Optional | Listed as optional |
Rules matter on this boat.
Alcohol is allowed except red wine, smoking is not allowed (vaping is), no open flames.
Shoes go in a basket before boarding, and sunscreen on before boarding to protect the cushions. One adult aged 18 or more must be in the group, and the boat is not wheelchair accessible; strollers and service animals are fine. Bring photo ID for adults and children, plus beachwear.
How does it compare with the other private yachts?
Party on the Seas has the lowest base price and ties for the largest capacity among the group-priced private boats on this site.
| Boat | Price from | Group size | Fees at the dock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Party on the Seas 37ft yacht | $215 per group | 12 | Captain $50/h, fuel $50 |
| MYA Boat Charters | $224 per group | 10 | Captain $50/h, fuel $50 |
| Ocean Sunrise private tour | $255 per group | 12 | Captain $50/h, fuel $50, docking fee |
| Bruschi BYOB yacht cruise | $125 per person (label) | 10 or 12 | Captain $45/h, fuel $50 |
If you prefer a ready-made party with a DJ and food, the live DJ boat party is $120 per person. More private options are on the yacht charters in Miami page.
Is the Party on the Seas yacht worth it versus a shared boat party?
It is worth it from about six guests up, when the per-person cost falls under the price of a shared party ticket.
| Group size | Per person |
|---|---|
| 2 people | $182.50 |
| 4 people | $91.25 |
| 6 people | $60.83 |
| 8 people | $45.62 |
| 10 people | $36.50 |
| 12 people | $30.42 |
A full boat pays about $30 each, which beats a $120 party ticket by a wide margin if you can fill it and bring your own food and drink. A couple pays $182.50 each. Sub-scores are 4.8 for the guide, 4.8 for transportation and 4.8 for value across 162 reviews.
- Groups of 8-12 - the dock fees disappear into the split
- Sandbar fans - the five-hour trip is built for it
- Mixed-age families - cabin, shade and restroom help
- Couples - consider the shared champagne cruise at $30 per person
When is the best time to go?
Between November and April, highs run 75 to 82°F with 9 to 13 rain days a month, which suits the swim stops better than the 19 to 25 rain days of June to October.
| Month | Avg high | Rain days | Sunset | On the water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75°F | 11.0 | 5:52 PM | Dry and mild; a light layer on the water |
| Feb | 77°F | 11.3 | 6:15 PM | Dry and mild; light layer after dusk |
| Mar | 79°F | 9.6 | 7:30 PM | Dry season ends; comfortable all day |
| Apr | 82°F | 12.4 | 7:45 PM | Warm; shade matters from midday |
| May | 84°F | 16.4 | 8:00 PM | Hot; rain starts to build |
| Jun | 85°F | 22.5 | 8:14 PM | Wet season; afternoon storms likely, book morning or evening |
| Jul | 87°F | 22.2 | 8:15 PM | Hot and wet; shade and water essential |
| Aug | 87°F | 25.0 | 7:57 PM | Hottest; storm and heat risk, favour early or sunset |
| Sep | 86°F | 23.9 | 7:26 PM | Peak wet and hurricane season; watch the forecast |
| Oct | 83°F | 19.3 | 6:54 PM | Still wet; storm delays possible |
| Nov | 80°F | 13.1 | 5:33 PM | Drier and cooler; among the best months |
| Dec | 77°F | 11.0 | 5:33 PM | Dry and mild; busy holiday weekends |
Check the National Weather Service Miami office for coastal waters forecasts before a sandbar day, because small craft advisories are posted there.
28 million visitors came to Miami-Dade County in 2024, the most the county has recorded in a single year.
Busy days follow the holidays: Veterans Day on 11 November and Thanksgiving on 26 November (Nager.Date).
What time should you board for the champagne option?
Board about an hour before sunset on the two-hour champagne cruise so the toast lands as the sun drops.
The listing gives no departure times, so this is my arithmetic from sunrise-sunset.org times for the 15th of each month. Check the live calendar for the real slots.
| Month | Sunset | Board about |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5:52 PM | 4:52 PM |
| February | 6:15 PM | 5:15 PM |
| March | 7:30 PM | 6:30 PM |
| April | 7:45 PM | 6:45 PM |
| May | 8:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| June | 8:14 PM | 7:14 PM |
| July | 8:15 PM | 7:15 PM |
| August | 7:57 PM | 6:57 PM |
| September | 7:26 PM | 6:26 PM |
| October | 6:54 PM | 5:54 PM |
| November | 5:33 PM | 4:33 PM |
| December | 5:33 PM | 4:33 PM |
What do passengers say about Party on the Seas?
Captains drive the praise: reviewers name them, mention a thorough safety briefing and say the mood was relaxed.
All ten reviews shown on the listing are five stars, so they cannot reveal complaints.
GetYourGuide's summary of 92 reviews says travelers like captains who keep safety tight while the mood stays easy.
The one recurring request is clearer communication about the meeting point and timing. One reviewer says their group added an extra hour while out on the water, which suggests extensions can be arranged on the day, though the listing does not promise them.
- Captains - friendly, with photos taken for guests
- Safety - a thorough briefing is mentioned
- Communication - the meeting point and timing are the weak spot
Who should skip it?
Skip it if you are late-prone, travel with a wheelchair, or want a party boat with a DJ and food included.
The 30-minute no-show rule makes this a poor fit for groups with uncertain arrival times. Wheelchair users cannot board. For a ready-made party, the shared boats on the boat tours in Miami hub are a better fit.
How do you book Party on the Seas?
From $215 per group for up to 12 guests, plus captain and fuel at the dock; pick 2 to 5 hours and a champagne option at checkout.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Party on the Seas cost?
The listing starts at $215 per group for up to 12 guests. The captain is $50 per hour and fuel is $50 per trip, so a two-hour cruise costs about $365.
Is champagne included?
Only on the champagne option, which comes with a complimentary bottle. The budget two-hour sightseeing cruise is without champagne.
Where do we meet?
At 2151 NW 12th Street, Miami, FL 33125, where a representative meets you at the front entrance. Parking is available.
How early should we arrive?
15 minutes early for check-in and to pay the captain and fuel fees.
What happens if we are late?
Thirty minutes behind schedule can get the booking logged as a no-show. The boat may still sail, but the lost time is not added back.
How big is the boat?
A 37-foot Rinker Fiesta Vee yacht that takes up to 12 guests, with a cabin and a private bathroom.
Can we bring food and alcohol?
Yes, you can bring food and drinks. Alcohol is allowed except red wine, and the boat provides a cooler, ice and bottled water.
Can we swim?
Yes, on the 3-hour and longer options, which include swim stops, and the 5-hour trip goes to the Nixon Sandbar. A floating mat is provided.
Is the boat wheelchair accessible?
No. Strollers and service animals are allowed.
Is the narration in English?
Bilingual narration is included, and the listing offers English, Spanish and Arabic.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before for a full refund.
What should we bring?
Photo ID for adults and children, beachwear, and sunscreen applied before boarding.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 1123703 (checked 2026-10-17); Miami-Dade Transit fare guide; National Weather Service Miami; Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, 2024 visitation; Open-Meteo archive API; sunrise-sunset.org API; Nager.Date.
