13 Miami VIP Tours Worth Booking

1.Miami Skyline Boat Cruise Past Millionaire’s Homes Optional Stop

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 2,718 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $12Our pick

Spend about 75 minutes on a small sightseeing boat from Bayside Marketplace, passing Hibiscus, Venetian, Sunset, Star, and Fisher islands. You’ll see Miami’s skyline, port, and waterfront mansions, with guide commentary, indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and a cash bar. Some departures may include a South Beach Marina stop.

“Very nice cruise, but was nearly 25 mins late, and cruise was closer to 60 mins than 75. Would have purchased more snacks, but $53.00 for 4 small tubs of popcorn kinda put a damper on that. They need at LEAST to give 75 mins if advertised as such.”

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2.Fully Private Speed Boat Tours, VIP-style Miami Speedboat Tour of Star Island!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

Meet your guide at Watson Island for a private two-hour Miami speedboat ride. Cruise Biscayne Bay, Star Island, Millionaires Row, South Beach, and nearby islands while your captain shares local stories. The boat holds six, bottled water is provided, and you should expect some spray.

“excellent a ne surtout pas manquer. nous sommes deux filles et ne savions pas trop a quoi nous attendre et nous avons juste adorer . aller a fond voler au dessus des vagues vraiment génial. et merci au guide vraiment très sympa”

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3.Miami Sightseeing Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 333 reviews · from $18

Board a two-level yacht at Bayfront Park for a 75-minute cruise on Biscayne Bay. An English and Spanish guide points out celebrity homes, Miami Beach, Fisher Island, the Port of Miami, and the downtown skyline. Seating is first-come, first-served, with drinks and snacks sold onboard.

“The price gouging was ridiculous. They charge me 6.50 for a dollar bag chips. I still don’t understand why my total came to 75 dollars. I will never buy anything from them again”

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4.Miami Express Private Boat a 1- Hour Luxury Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Take a private Monterey M225 boat from Coconut Grove for about one hour, with room for up to eight people. Your captain may include marina stories, Millionaire’s Row views, Miami’s skyline, Bluetooth music, and a cooler for your own drinks. Champagne is available upon request.

“Amazing views on the water. Took the one hour private tour. Our captain Fernando made our trip amazing and memorable. Looking forward to coming back and taking another tour. Fernando is the best .. Thanks for making my birthday weekend one of the best .”

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5.Miami: Exclusive Private Boat Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 199 reviews · 2 - 4 hours

Take a private Miami boat tour with a captain such as Luis, Anthony, Kevin, or Ovi. Choose two hours of sightseeing, three hours with swimming, or four hours for a relaxed celebration. See Star Island, Millionaire’s Row, Bayside, the port, and Miami Beach while playing your own music.

“Amazing trip Luis was a fantastic captain very knowledgeable and friendly”

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6.Miami: Private Luxury Boat Charter with a Captain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews

Cruise Miami’s river, islands, skyline, and waterfront homes aboard a private 29-foot SeaRay for up to 10 people. Choose two to six hours, bring drinks and snacks, and use the Bluetooth sound system. Captains such as Ray, Eduardo, Omar, and Jasiel are available, with swimming and a floating mat on longer trips.

“It was amazing 🤩 we enjoyed every minute of our trip.”

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7.Miami: Everglades Airboat Eco Tour w/ Luxury Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 156 reviews · from $118

Ride from Miami in a Chevrolet Suburban with a multilingual guide, then take a 40-minute open-air airboat trip through natural Everglades marshes. Small groups are limited to seven, with wildlife viewing, a possible Indian village visit, and Miccosukee handicrafts.

“This trip is a must do when in Miami! Max is a wonderful and a very knowledgeable guide, the transportation is very comfortable and pleasant. We had an amazing time, saw so many alligators and wild life. Much recommended.”

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8.Miami & South Beach: 35-Minute Private Luxury Airplane Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 111 reviews · 35 min · from $84

Take a private 35-minute flight from Miami Executive Airport in a new Cessna 177 Cardinal. Your English- or Spanish-speaking commercial pilot points out South Beach, Key Biscayne, Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and Biscayne Bay. Bring ID, arrive early, and pack light.

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9.Fort Lauderdale & Miami: Private Luxury Airplane Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 35 - 50 minutes · from $170

Take a private 35 to 50 minute flight from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport to Miami and back. Your pilot, often Mike or Will, guides you over Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami Beach, and Brickell in a Diamond DA-40 with panoramic windows, headsets, water, and champagne.

“Really enjoyed our flight and the pilot was very cool. Thanks!”

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10.Miami Premium Everglades Driving Tour with Airboat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · from $138

Travel from downtown Miami to Everglades Safari Park in a comfortable vehicle with a guide such as Walker. Ride a public airboat, watch a wildlife show, walk the Jungle Trail, and return to your hotel in about 4.5 hours. The van group is limited to seven, but the boat can hold up to 35.

“Walker was great guide getting us too and from the park. Recommend sitting at the front of the boat.”

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11.Miami Premium Driving Night Tour with Skyviews Wheel Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews · 2 hours · from $94

See Miami after dark with a local English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and a small group capped at six or seven people. You’ll pass the Venetian Bridge, South Pointe Park, Fisher Island, Bayside, and the Rickenbacker Causeway before riding the Skyview Miami Wheel nearly 200 feet above the city.

“Walker was a great guide we had a personal experience was a great tour thank you highly recomend”

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12.Miami: Private Luxury Airplane Tour with Champagne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $159

Share a private 50-minute flight for two aboard a new Cessna 177 from Miami Executive Airport. Your commercial pilot provides live commentary as you pass Coral Gables, South Beach, Bal Harbour, Biscayne Bay, the Port of Miami, and Brickell, with Prosecco, water, headsets, and free parking included.

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13.Miami Premium Driving Tour with Little Havana & Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · 4 hours · from $151

Travel with up to seven people in a Mercedes Metris van, stopping in Little Havana, the Art Deco District, Miami Beach, and Everglades Safari National Park. English-speaking guides such as Walker and Nick lead the day, which also includes an Island Queen cruise and downtown hotel pickup.

“Super guide Walker qui nous a bien renseigné sur les mœurs et coutumes de Miami et ces quartiers comme Winwood, « Little Havana » et Miami Beach. Ensuite le tour en bâteau avec un guide qui avait un terrible accent hispanique, c’était pas vraiment intéressant.”

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