Miami Shared Small-Group Boat Tour: River, Bay & Skyline Views
Overview
See Miami from the water on a relaxed, 2-hour small-group boat tour limited to just 6 travelers. Avoid the big sightseeing crowds as your USCG-licensed captain navigates from the Miami River into Biscayne Bay, showcasing stunning skyline and waterfront views.
This intimate cruise perfectly combines city sightseeing with a laid-back vibe. Bring your own drinks and music—we provide an onboard cooler with ice, a sound system, and complimentary bottled water. Fuel is included.
Highlights:
- 2-hour scenic cruise of the Miami River & Biscayne Bay.
- Max 6 passengers for a premium, uncrowded experience.
- USCG-licensed captain handles all navigation.
- BYOB-friendly with ice, cooler, and bottled water provided.
Please note: A mandatory $25 per person captain fee is due at checkout/arrival in addition to the booking price.
What's Included
- Music on board
- Safety items
- Cooler with Ice & Water
- The captains are licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard to serve as master of a vessel.
- Fuel surcharge
- Restroom at the marina.
- Gratuity for Boat Captain
- USCG Licensed Captain fee
Meeting Location
2610 Northwest 18th Terrace
Miami, FL 33125, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Miami River
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Biscayne Bay
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Traveler must be able to get on or off the boat on difficult conditions like low or high tides.
- Weather Policy Apply
- Name on reservation must be the one on the boat No Exceptions.
- No smoking on board.
- Max 6 passengers by law (including infants).
- Disruptive passengers may be asked to disembark at another dock in the city at their own expense.
- Please arrive on time. The boat waits up to 10 minutes past departure. After that, late arrivals are considered no-shows and are non-refundable.
- Every passenger, regardless of age, must pay a fare.
- Trips require a minimum of 3 passengers. If fewer are booked, we'll contact you to reschedule, upgrade to a private trip, or purchase the missing seat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Miami Shared Small-Group Boat Tour: River, Bay & Skyline Views?
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Activity code: C-169162P12
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Everglades customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Music on board.
- Safety items.
- Cooler with Ice & Water.
- The captains are licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard to serve as master of a vessel.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Restroom at the marina.
- Gratuity for Boat Captain.
- USCG Licensed Captain fee.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Miami Shared Small-Group Boat Tour: River, Bay & Skyline Views is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Miami Shared Small-Group Boat Tour: River, Bay & Skyline Views will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Everglades. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Music on board
- Safety items
- Cooler with Ice & Water
- The captains are licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard to serve as master of a vessel.
- Fuel surcharge
- Restroom at the marina.
- Gratuity for Boat Captain
- USCG Licensed Captain fee
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Traveler must be able to get on or off the boat on difficult conditions like low or high tides.
- Weather Policy Apply
- Name on reservation must be the one on the boat No Exceptions.
- No smoking on board.
- Max 6 passengers by law (including infants).
- Disruptive passengers may be asked to disembark at another dock in the city at their own expense.
- Please arrive on time. The boat waits up to 10 minutes past departure. After that, late arrivals are considered no-shows and are non-refundable.
- Every passenger, regardless of age, must pay a fare.
- Trips require a minimum of 3 passengers. If fewer are booked, we'll contact you to reschedule, upgrade to a private trip, or purchase the missing seat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
