How many guests can a yacht party hold?

Most of our boats and yachts carry 10 to 13 guests. The 26-foot party boat carries 18, and the 55-foot catamaran carries 49. Tell us your guest count and we'll match the boat. Call or text (561) 945-8527.

Can we decorate the boat?

Yes. Decorations are welcome. Ask the captain where to set up when you board.

Do you provide food and drinks for events?

We can arrange catering for any event. You can also bring your own food and drinks, alcohol included. See our boat catering page for menus.

Do you host events on weekends and holidays?

Yes. We run events seven days a week, including holidays, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Saturday dates in season book months out. Weekdays are easier to get and cost less.

Can you host an event for a hotel group in Palm Beach?

Yes. Many of our event guests are staying at Palm Beach or West Palm Beach hotels. Riviera Beach City Marina is a short ride from both. We can also coordinate with a concierge or planner.

Do your captains and crew speak Spanish?

Yes. Our captains and crew speak English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains on our event date?

If we cancel for weather, you get a credit toward another charter. The credit is good for 28 months. Light rain usually doesn't cancel a trip. Lightning and high wind do.

How long is a Palm Beach boat tour?

Most tours run 3 to 4 hours. That's enough time for Peanut Island and the celebrity homes route. Jupiter and Loxahatchee River trips run 6 to 8 hours. Sunset cruises run 2 to 3 hours. Call or text (561) 945-8527 and we'll help you pick a length.

Do you offer boat tours on weekends and holidays?

Yes. We run tours seven days a week, including holidays, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Weekends book fast in season, so reserve early. Weekday dates get a discount.

Is the boat tour private?

Yes. Every tour is private. Only your group is on board. We don't combine groups or sell seats on a shared boat.

Do your captains speak Spanish?

Yes. Our captains and crew speak English and Spanish.

Can we swim or snorkel during the tour?

Yes. Snorkel gear is included on every charter. Peanut Island has a snorkeling lagoon, and the Lake Boca sandbar is good for a swim. Tell the captain you want to get in the water and he'll plan a stop.

Can we fish during the tour?

Yes. Fishing is allowed on any boat in the fleet. Rods and tackle are an add-on, so tell us when you book. See Palm Beach fishing charters for half-day and full-day trips.

Yes. Dogs and other pets are welcome on board. Tell us when you book so we match you with the right boat.

Can we bring food and drinks?

Yes. Bring your own food and drinks, alcohol included. We can also arrange catering. Our boat catering page explains the options. Peanut Island Park does not allow alcohol on the island itself, so plan to drink on the boat.

What if the weather is bad?

If we cancel for weather, you get a credit toward another charter. The credit is good for 28 months. Our captains make the weather call, and they err on the side of safety.

When is the best time of year for a boat tour?

Winter and spring bring the calmest water and the biggest crowds. Manatee season runs November 15 to March 31, when slow-speed zones are in effect on parts of the Lake Worth Lagoon and you have the best odds of spotting one. Summer is warmer and quieter, with afternoon storms that usually pass fast.

Yacht Party Palm Beach | Private Event Yacht Charters

A yacht party in Palm Beach solves the venue problem. No room rental, no decor budget, no crowd from the next table over. The water is the view, the boat is the room, and the guest list is yours alone.

South Florida Yacht Rental hosts private events on 30+ company-owned boats and yachts from 22 feet to 122 feet. Every event comes with a USCG-licensed captain. Larger yachts add crew. We host bachelorette and bachelor parties, birthdays, corporate outings, proposals, and wedding party cruises.

Call or text (561) 945-8527 to check your date. We answer 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.

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Bachelorette Party Yacht

Our most-booked event. Packages start at $225 per person. Decorations are welcome, catering can be arranged, and the captain runs the route. See the bachelorette party page.

Bachelor Party Yacht

Same boats, different vibe. Fishing gear can be added, and the Lake Boca sandbar or Peanut Island make good stops. Ask about day boats for groups of 6 to 12.

Birthday Yacht Party

Kids, milestone birthdays, or a surprise for a partner. Most boats carry 10 to 13 guests. The party boat carries 18. Bring the cake. We'll bring the view.

Corporate Yacht Charter

Client entertainment, team outings, and small offsites. Larger yachts have indoor seating out of the sun and wind. See the corporate yacht charter page.

Wedding Party Sunset Cruise

A rehearsal dinner on the water, a welcome cruise for out-of-town guests, or a send-off the morning after. Sunset timing works well for wedding groups.

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Proposal Cruise

A private sunset cruise for two, with the captain in on the plan. Tell us the moment you want and we'll time the route and find a quiet spot on the water.

What's Included in a Private Event Charter

Every event charter comes with:

A USCG-licensed captain, already in the price
Fuel, already in the price
Crew on larger yachts
Life jackets, pool noodles, and snorkel gear
A route planned with you before the event

Gratuity for the captain and crew is the only cost on top of the quote.

You can bring your own food and drinks, alcohol included, and pets are welcome on board. Or we can arrange catering, from platters to a plated dinner. Our boat catering page covers the menus and how to order.

Picking the Right Boat for Your Event

Guest count decides the boat. Here's how our fleet breaks down:

Up to 10 guests: the 22-foot fun boat, 27-foot picnic boat, and 42-foot De Antonio
Up to 12 or 13 guests: most of the fleet, from the 29-foot Rand to the 88-foot Warren, with cabins and restrooms on the yachts
Up to 18 guests: the 26-foot party boat
Up to 49 guests: the 55-foot catamaran

Select yachts carry Seabobs and other water toys. If you want guests in the water, tell us when you book and we'll pick a boat with a swim platform.

Browse our boats to see photos and capacities for each one.

Why Host Your Event With Us

Event planners and hosts choose us for three reasons.

First, we own the boats. We've run charters in South Florida since 2001, and every vessel is company-owned and insured. You're not renting a stranger's boat through an app.

Second, the price is the price. Captain and fuel are in the quote. No fee appears at the dock. For an event with 12 guests, that certainty matters.

Third, our captains know the water. They know which sandbar is quiet on a Saturday, which restaurant dock fits a 60-footer, and how to time a sunset cruise so the light hits right. That's local knowledge an app can't give you.

Where We Host Events

Palm Beach and West Palm Beach groups board at Riviera Beach City Marina. We also leave from Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and Lighthouse Point. Hotel guests on Palm Beach island and in downtown West Palm Beach are a short drive from the marina.

Our service area covers Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach, Lake Worth, Manalapan, Boynton Beach, Wellington, Delray Beach, and Boca Raton.

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Event Charter Pricing

Event charters start at $690. Bachelorette packages start at $225 per person. Group charters start at $1,980. The full fleet runs $690 to $9,999 per charter depending on the boat and the length of the trip. Fuel and captain are included. Gratuity is extra.

Weekday events get a discount. We take all major credit cards, debit cards, ACH, and wire transfer. If we cancel for weather, you get a 28-month credit toward another charter.

Yacht Party and Private Event Charters in Palm Beach