Do you pick up hotel guests in Palm Beach?

Our Palm Beach charters board at Riviera Beach City Marina, a short drive from Palm Beach island and downtown West Palm Beach. We'll send directions when you book. We can also coordinate with your hotel concierge.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat on vacation?

No. Every charter includes a USCG-licensed captain. You don't drive, so no license or experience is needed.

Can kids and grandparents come?

Yes. Life jackets are on board for every guest. Boarding is by stairs at the dock, so guests need to manage a few steps. Tell us ages when you book and we'll pick a boat with shade, seating, and a restroom.

Can we book more than one day?

Yes. Many vacation guests book two or three trips in one visit. Ask about weekday dates, which cost less.

Do you run charters on weekends and holidays?

Yes. We run seven days a week, including holidays, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Holiday weeks book early, so reserve before you travel.

What if a storm cancels our vacation charter?

You get a credit toward another charter, good for 28 months. Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, and summer afternoons often bring short storms. Our captains make the call, and morning departures have the best odds of clear weather.

Do your captains speak Spanish?

Yes. Our captains and crew speak English and Spanish.

Can we bring our dog?

Yes. Dogs and other pets are welcome on board. Tell us when you book.

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.

Group Boat Charter Palm Beach | Vacation Boat Rentals

A group boat charter in Palm Beach is the one plan that works for everyone on the trip. The kids swim. The adults relax. Grandparents sit in the shade. Nobody has to drive.

South Florida Yacht Rental runs private captained charters for families, hotel guests, friend groups, and large parties. Our fleet has 30+ company-owned boats from 22 feet to 122 feet, so there's a right-sized boat for a couple or a group of 49. Group boat charters start at $1,980. Smaller vacation charters start at $690.

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

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Family Boat Charter

Half-day trips work best for families with young kids. We pick a boat with shade, a restroom, and a swim platform. Peanut Island has a guarded beach and a snorkeling lagoon, so it's a favorite family stop. Life jackets are on board for every guest.

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Hotel Guest Boat Charter

Staying on the island or in downtown West Palm Beach? Riviera Beach City Marina is a short drive. Book online before you arrive, or call or text once you're in town. We can also work with your concierge.

Vacation Boat Rental

Visiting for a week? Book one day on the water or several. Each trip can be different. A Peanut Island day, a sunset cruise, a dock-and-dine lunch. Every charter is captained, so no boating experience or license is needed.

Group Boat Charter

Reunions, friend trips, club outings, and sports teams. Most yachts carry 12 or 13. The 26-foot party boat carries 18, and the 55-foot catamaran carries 49 with a captain and crew aboard. Pricing for larger groups starts at $1,980.

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Watersports Boat Charter

Snorkel gear comes on every trip. Select yachts carry Seabobs. See the water toys page for what's available on which boats.

What's Included

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

Gratuity for the captain and crew is extra. Bring your own food and drinks, alcohol included, or ask about boat catering.

Popular Stops for Vacation Charters

Our captains run these stops most often:

Peanut Island, an 80-acre boat-only county park with a snorkeling lagoon
The celebrity homes along Palm Beach island
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, lit since 1860, and the Loxahatchee River
The Lake Boca sandbar, for groups leaving from Boca Raton or Delray Beach
Waterfront restaurants from our dining destinations list

Full route details are on the Palm Beach boat tours page.

Why Book Your Group Charter With Us

Big parties have the most to lose from a bad boat day. A boat that's smaller than the listing said. A captain who doesn't show. A fuel fee at the dock that nobody budgeted for. These are the stories people tell about peer-to-peer rental apps.

South Florida Yacht Rental has run charters in Palm Beach since 2001. We own and insure every boat. Every trip has our own USCG-licensed captain. The quote you get is the price you pay, with fuel and captain already included.

Our captains and crew speak English and Spanish. 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.

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Where We Pick Up Groups

Riviera Beach City Marina, for Palm Beach and West Palm Beach groups
Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens
Delray Beach and Boca Raton
Lighthouse Point

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

Group Charter Pricing

Smaller trips start at $690. Larger groups start at $1,980. The fleet runs $690 to $9,999 per charter depending on boat size and trip length. Fuel and captain are included. Gratuity is extra. Weekday charters get a discount.

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Group Boat Charters and Vacation Boat Rentals in Palm Beach