The 15 Best Private Boat Charters in the World

1.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36Our pick

From central Venice, join a guide such as Silvia, Serena, Frankie, or Elena for a five-hour boat trip to Murano and Burano. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, hear lagoon stories, and enjoy free time on the islands. The boat holds no more than 22 people.

“Silvia, was a excellent host, very informative. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Would try to request her again”

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2.️Nusa Penida by Private Boat – Snorkeling 4 spots, Swim with Mantas + Land Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,424 reviews · from $100Top rated

Join Day Trip Bali for a 10 to 11-hour Nusa Penida outing by speedboat. You’ll snorkel four sites, look for turtles and manta rays, eat beside an infinity pool, and visit Kelingking Cliff. Guides such as Ringo, Nemo, Vicky, Jena, and Putu lead the day, with GoPro photos included.

“A must do when in Bali! From the beginning of the trip to the end I can’t fault this adventure! I was lucky enough to have the tour guides Jena and ‘Rocky’ Both were super informative, helpful and ensured everyone felt safe and comfortable on the journey. The morning started with three snorkeling points each point got more beautiful in terms of coral and sea life. Spotting a number of turtles, angel fish, star fish, ‘dory’ and plenty other colourful fish. Both Jena and ‘Rocky’ pointed out any extraordinary animals ‘turtles’ for us all to see. The lunch spot was postcard perfect views, the meal was a little underwhelming but…”

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3.Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,271 reviews · 11 hours · from $78

Travel from Milan Central to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano in one long, well-organized day. An English-speaking guide such as Luca, Amalia, or Marina leads the outing, while a private boat cruise adds the best views of Lake Como. Bring your passport for Switzerland.

“Brilliant day trip, wish we could use the toilets on the coach but otherwise, great. The guide Monica and driver Manuela were fantastic and held a lot of knowledge. Best day of our holiday, from us both sisters.”

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4.Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,658 reviews · 5 hours · from $35Best value

Cruise from Venice to Murano and Burano with an English-speaking guide such as Serena, Elena, or Frankie. Watch glassblowing and handmade lace, browse artisan shops, and enjoy free time for food and photos. The $35 price includes private-boat transport, demonstrations, and discounts, but not hotel pickup.

“Elena was fantastic, we had a great time Karlie & Lindsay 💕”

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5.2 hrs Miami Private Boat Tour with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,968 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend two hours on a private Miami boat with your own group and captain. Cruise past Downtown, Bayside, PortMiami, Star Island homes, and the Venetian Causeway. Bring drinks and snacks, connect your playlist by Bluetooth, and choose a sunset or evening departure for the best light.

“Great experience from start to finish. From booking to the boat ride. Our captain Walter was very welcoming and provided a lot of info as we were in the water about our surroundings. I will definitely book again another trip.”

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6.Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,830 reviews · from $111

Travel from Milan to Lake Como by comfortable coach, tour Como with a live guide, cruise by private boat, then visit Varenna and Bellagio. Guides such as Monica, Anna, Silva, and Alessandro lead in English or Spanish, with free time for lunch, shops, and lakeside walks.

“We had a great time! I've seen some mixed reviews and I think it's all about expectations. This trip is relaxed, and all about enjoying the scenery. At every stop there was enough time to grab a snack and look around, check out some of the boutiques/shops. It's not enough time to explore at length, but for us it was perfect. couldn't have asked for better weather to really take in the beautiful mountains, water and the landscape as a whole. We had a lovely day.”

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7.Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,587 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Milan to Como, cruise past Lake Como villas and mountain views, explore Bellagio, and enjoy free time in Como. The English tour is guaranteed, with guides such as Sarah, Anna, Angelo, and Raffaele praised for clear local insight. Expect a long day, a large group, and plenty of walking.

“Lake Como was fantastic. Thoroughly enjoyed. Maybe our last stop we could have missed because there wasn’t a lot of time. Anna Angelo and Victor did a great job. Driving on some of the hills was beautiful but scary. Victor was a great driver”

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8.Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,053 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $216

Cruise from Sorrento to Capri on a traditional gozzo with a skipper and guide such as Luca, Anna, Francesca, or Federico. Expect grottoes, swimming, prosecco, a Caprese sandwich, and 3 to 5 hours to explore Capri independently. The group is limited to 8, with a private upgrade available.

“It was a fun day with Anna the guide and Castello the captain. Both were very capable and experienced at what they do. Overall a great day out with a small group.”

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9.Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,462 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Book a private Miami boat for up to 10 people and cruise the Miami River, Biscayne Bay, and famous island neighborhoods with a captain such as Fernando, Eli, Omar, or Ray. Bring drinks and snacks, play your own music, and choose a sightseeing, sunset, swimming, or half-day route.

“Supernice day with Captain Fernando. Boat was nice and superclean, and overall experience five stars! Will definently book again when in Miami.”

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10.Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,178 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend a full day seeing Gozo by Jeep and private boat, with guides such as Kiko, Vince, Stefanie, and Godwin sharing local stories. You’ll visit the Citadel, Ramla Bay, Xlendi, Dwejra, Ta’ Pinu, salt pans, and more, with lunch and tastings included.

“We had the best day today on the jeep safari tour of Gozo. Our driver Vince really made the trip one to remember. He was great with our two children and had so much insight into the island of Gozo. The day was jam packed full of the best sights of Gozo and well worth every penny. The lunch included was great and I would recommend doing the optional boat tour through the caves!!”

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11.Private Boat Ride in Miami with Experienced Captain and Champagne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,160 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Cruise Biscayne Bay privately with your own group of up to eight and a captain such as Jorge, Rafael, or Estefania. Expect Miami skyline views, celebrity homes, Star Island, Bluetooth music, a cooler, and champagne on request. Choose two hours for the full sightseeing route.

“Every body was satisfied, we enjoyed a lot, and we was appreciated that and planing to come back when it’s possible”

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12.Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private boat from Cirkewwa or Gozo’s Mġarr Harbour to Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Cominotto, sea caves, and reefs. Your skipper sets the pace, provides snorkeling gear, and can tailor the route. Justin, Ginger, Lucas, and Upie are among the skippers praised for friendly service.

“Amazing service. On time with no issues. Friendly services and able to travel at our own pace without the stress of lots of people. Defo recommend”

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13.2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98

Take a private two-hour yacht cruise from Miami with your own group, a captain, restroom, cooler with ice, and Bluetooth music. The route passes Bayside Marketplace, Star Island, and waterfront homes. Captain Jorge, Alex, Eduardo, Juan, and others have earned strong praise for friendly service, though captain and fuel fees cost extra.

“First time on a yacht for my birthday and it was a 10/10 experience !! Juan was the BEST captain we could’ve had and made the experience 10x more fun.”

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14.Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 814 reviews · 4 hours · from $73

Take a four-hour private speedboat from Dubrovnik to Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves, with guided swimming, snorkeling gear, drinks, and a GoPro. Captains such as Mario, Duje, and Robert are known for leading guests through tight cave passages before a stop at sandy Sunj Beach.

“One of the best optional day activities I have done. The swim stops were so much fun, drinks were flowing, the vibes were vibing and the views sensational. Such value for money. Recommended for everyone.”

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15.Private Day Sailing Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 662 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Sail from Kalkara Marina toward Comino on a private charter with a skipper such as David, Terry, or Nick. You can shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, sea views, and quieter bays, with Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and St. Paul’s Bay on the route.

“Captain Steve was a wonderful host and guide! He told some fantastic stories (we aren’t sure they were all true! Haha!!) and showed us a wonderful day. This tour was well worth every penny! The food was great (Captain Steve’s famous barbecue) My wife has mobility issues and they were very helpful getting her on and off the boat”

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