6-Hour Private Catamaran to Crab Island from Miramar Beach

The Lady Delana's 6-hour private catamaran charter runs along the Emerald Coast from Baytowne Wharf in Miramar Beach, Florida, delivering a flexible day afloat for groups up to 13. On this trip you'll trade packed schedules for wide-open water, extended time at Crab Island's broad sandbar, and room to customize stops—swimming, floating, beach visits, or a waterfront lunch. Crab Island is the defining feature: a shallow, sandbar-edged gathering place where clear, waist-deep water fans around exposed sand and submerged seagrass beds. The shallow shelf creates warm, emerald-green water perfect for floating and social anchoring; nearby barrier islands and dunes provide a soft coastal backdrop of sugar-white sand and low maritime grasses. The Lady Delana, a private catamaran, offers stable decks, shade, and enough room for music, coolers, and celebration gear, which makes it ideal for bachelorette parties, family milestones, or long afternoons with friends. Your six hours let you linger where crowds thin and explore quieter coves or nearby islands as weather allows. Boarding is at Baytowne Wharf, where your captain will review the day, safety basics, and suggested stops. The operator supplies a recommended captain list; captain's fee ($700) and estimated fuel ($175) are paid to the captain on the day of the charter. The simple bareboat pricing shown lists the boat at $1,168 plus those on-day fees. Safety and planning matter in shallow coastal systems: tides and wind can shift access to sandbars, so expect the captain to adjust the route. Weather cancellations issued for safety receive a full refund or reschedule option; standard refunds require 72 hours' written notice. No-shows are charged in full. Practical notes: pack reef-safe sunscreen, a water-resistant speaker, a dry bag for phones, and reef shoes for hopping between sand and seagrass. Bring cash or cash-app ability for captain fees and gratuities. Larger groups should reserve early-maximum capacity is 13 guests-especially in summer when demand spikes. Why book this trip? It's the best way to experience the Emerald Coast's shallow beaches and social sandbars without the stress of coordinating boats yourself. The Lady Delana combines local knowledge, flexibility, and room to celebrate, making a long afternoon of sun, surf, and slow cruising feel effortless. For groups who want a memorable Florida Gulf day on their own timetable, this charter is a standout choice. Expect to see coastal wildlife: playful bottlenose dolphins working the inshore channel, osprey hovering above marsh edges, and hermit crabs scuttling along exposed sandbanks. Photographers will appreciate low-angle sun across the shallow shelf and mirrored reflections at slack tide. The crew can suggest quieter anchorages for snorkeling or shelling, and they understand local marine rules meant to protect seagrass and shorebird nesting areas. Book early and coordinate provisioning with captain.