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Welcome to Destino (latin for Destiny), a nascent enterprise but already top-rated Private Sailing Charter tours in Miami, where you can embark on an unforgettable adventure in Miami’s Biscayne Bay and beyond. As a premier choice for yacht rental in Miami and sailing charters in the area, we offer a range of experiences tailored to your desires.
Discover the beauty of Biscayne Bay, a vibrant boating playground blessed with breathtaking colors and captivating vistas. This protected habitat is nestled within the renowned Biscayne National Park, ensuring a safe and tranquil environment for your journey. When looking for things to do in Miami, a sailboat experience should be definitely up on your list. There is nothing like experiencing Miami from the water!
Our departure point in Coconut Grove grants you access to various captivating destinations. We can sail North towards the Brickell and Miami waterfront or the Virginia Key area, venture East to explore the enchanting Key Biscayne, or set your course South into the open bay waters. Our tours provide an ideal taste of the region's beauty and serenity.
For those seeking a more comprehensive experience, our full day tour around the Bay is an excellent choice. This immersive journey includes must-see highlights such as Stiltsville, a fascinating scene with a rich history, and the iconic Key Biscayne Lighthouse. As we head north towards Miami, we will stop at some wonderful reefs and shipwrecks to spot various species of fish, stingrays, turtles, crabs, lobster, and jelly fish. Heading back into Miami from Gov’t Cut channel, we will sail by Fisher Island, Miami Beach and the Port of Miami, to witness the breathtaking sunset and the mesmerizing skyline of the city. This extraordinary adventure typically lasts 6 to 8 hours, allowing ample time to savor every moment and can include a highly rated and fairly priced 3-course meal at anchor.
If you're yearning for a deeper exploration, we offer options to sail further south to the Biscayne National Park keys, including Sands Key, Boca Chita, and Elliott Key. These full-day excursions provide an opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the park.
Not enough? What about heading to the Keys? We can guide you on a multi day sail to Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon or all the way to Key West and back. This is the ultimate South Florida Sailing experience that combines a bunch of sailing miles with multiple snorkeling sessions in some of the most beautiful reefs in the World, paddleboarding the shoreline and experiencing the Keys nightlife.
Experience the ultimate sailing getaway with our Private Sailing Charter tours in Miami. Whether you're seeking sailboat rental in Miami, private sailing adventures, or a yacht rental in Miami, we've got it all. Discover the beauty of Biscayne Bay, indulge in the thrill of sailing from Miami, and create lifelong memories on the open waters. Book your adventure today and unlock the treasures of Miami's sailing paradise with our Captains, who will make you feel at home even before you set foot on our vessels.
Day sailing is punctuated by the water colors, sky views and occasional sightings of dolphins, sea turtles, rays, gulls, anhingas, pelicans, and other sea life. Anchoring near one of the sandbars and just swimming and floating, are all great options. Hop back aboard and enjoy a nice meal prepared by Cap Rod.
Captain Steven: “My personal favorite is departing just before sunset and sailing into the evening. The night scene is just as awesome as day sailing, but in a very different way. The starry sky, the night views of Miami's famed and constantly changing skyline, and the deeply peaceful vibe of watching the moon rise, the planes landing and taking off from MIA are all unforgettable. Night sailing is truly one of Miami's best-kept secrets.”
A few miles South East of Key Biscayne is Fowey Rock. Under the lighthouse lays a reef system, home to a diverse array of marine life, including colorful coral formations, sea turtles, and various species of fish. The area is part of the Biscayne National Park, which is dedicated to the preservation and protection of the natural and cultural resources of the region. It requires 5 hours and the right weather conditions.
Want to combine relaxation with a bit of workout. We'll bring paddle boards along and teach you some tricks if you are new to the sport. Paddleboarding is a great sport, like swimming it is very easy on your body and very complete as it makes you work your core and extremities simultaneously. More so, the shallow, clear water of the bay is the perfect setting and standing up on the board gives you the perfect perspective and viewpoint to observe the wildlife above and below the surface. Come back aboard and relax, or help us sail away!
Want to venture further away? Let's do it! South Florida offers wonders. What about opening sails early morning on a Saturday and spend the day sailing South. Arrive near Key Largo around 5PM, take a splash and have a wonderful meal prepared by Cap Rod, enjoy the sunset and maybe go to bed early. Wake up with the Sun, go for a paddle board ride in AngelFish Creek and then be picked up, have breakfast and go snorkel at primetime in some mesmerizing reefs. Then sail back to Miami and get a couple extra knots from the Gulfstream. Maybe catch a fish or two.
Check many bucket list boxes at one with an overnight sail. Sail for miles, snorkel wonderful reefs and shipwrecks, learn or improve your paddle boarding skills, hit the best dive bars in the Keys, enjoy great food and spend time along with our fun, authentic captains/sailors. Whether going to Key Largo on a 2 to 3 day sail to a 5 to 9 day adventure all the way to Key West, an unforgettable experience awaits you.
Charter pricing is based on total elapsed time of the private trip from departure to return to dock and includes the Captain's services, fuel, water for up to 6 passengers. A three hour sailing trip for four guests starts at $680. We can accommodate up to 2 more passengers for a total of 6. Passenger 5 pays $50. Passenger 6 pays $75. Overnights start at $2,400.
Inclusions:
US Coast Guard approved Safety Gear and Equipment;
Vessel + US Coast Guard Certified Captain (and Crew);
Toilette and Outdoor Shower;
Mini fridge, Water, Towels;
Photography, so you can unplug and enjoy the ride! Within two days of the excursion, you will receive a cloud link to all the pictures taken in hi resolution, so you can download and share at will. All the photographs featured on our website have been shot by our team. Most are from Miami, although we have included some from our trips to the Bahamas and the Florida Keys, to get your juices going for other than a few hours outing. We are not professional photographers, but we do our best to take on the responsibility of capturing the magic moments along the way, so you can put your phones away and enjoy the moment.
Cancelation policy:
Reservations are paid in advance and are not refundable for no-show, though, at the discretion of the Captain, may be rescheduled. Outings are subject to weather conditions and may be cancelled by the Captain due to unsafe or highly unpleasant weather conditions, in which case a reschedule or refund will be discussed. Given that South Florida experiences occasional rain showers and some local storms, the final decision about a cancellation due to weather will normally be taken within a 24 hour window prior to planned departure and will be subject to re-evaluation right up to two hours before departure time. In any case, Our vessels are quite capable of handling adverse weather, providing shelter and safety for its passengers.
Restaurant on the Bay:
We like to eat well and are very good at preparing nice meals that are practical and fun to have aboard. We have recommendations but are also happy to accommodate special dietary requirements. Full meals start at $45 per person and a loaded Charcuterie board is $35/pp. Meals might include steaks from the grill, grilled salmon, or whatever the guests prefer.
Special arrangements for rendezvous at a different departure location (such as Bayside, Key Biscayne, South Beach, or Coral Gables) need to be arranged in advance. Sailing time required to and from the rendezvous location will be evaluated and under certain circumstances, billed at $90 per hour, plus docking fees.
