Miami 3-Hour Boat Party Cruise to Private Island on Biscayne Bay
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable boarding from a dock and climbing aboard from shallow water.
Overview
Spend three hours partying on Biscayne Bay with a lively DJ, swims at a private island, and skyline views of Miami. This guide covers what to expect, how to prepare, and local tips to make the most of the cruise.
Miami 3-Hour Boat Party Cruise to Private Island on Biscayne Bay
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The boat slips away from Pelican Harbor Marina and the city exhales. Glassy Biscayne Bay opens up, the skyline sliding along the horizon as the DJ spins through the first set. In three hours you move between two moods: the high-energy deck where people dance and toast the sun, and the soft, salt-bright calm when the captain eases up on the throttle and the boat anchors off a private island. Waves flirt with the hull; the air pushes you forward.
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Adventure Tips
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The South Florida sun is strong and you'll spend much of the trip exposed; choose reef-safe SPF to protect skin and marine life.
Wear water shoes
Decks and island shorelines are slippery and sandy—closed water shoes protect feet on and off the boat.
Hydrate before boarding
Alcohol plus sun ramps up dehydration; drink water before and during the cruise—bottled water is included but bring a refillable bottle.
Secure valuables
Bring a dry bag or leave cameras/phones on the boat when swimming; waves and floats can be unstable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins
- Brown pelicans and terns
History
Biscayne Bay has long been a working waterway for fishermen and boaters; Stiltsville and local marinas reflect Miami’s nautical culture since the 1920s–1950s.
Conservation
The bay has sensitive seagrass and nearshore reefs; avoid anchoring on seagrass, use designated launch areas, and carry out all trash.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the bay’s coral and seagrass beds under bright Florida sun.
summer specific
Water shoes
Grips wet decks and protects feet on sandy or rocky island shores.
Dry bag
Keeps phone, wallet and camera safe while you swim or float.
Light windbreaker
Useful for cooler breezes on the water, especially late afternoons or spring evenings.
spring specific