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15 Private Boat Charters Worth the Money

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A private hull stops making sense below about four people and starts making sense fast above it. These 15 are quoted per boat where the operator quotes that way, with the passenger ceiling stated so you can do the arithmetic.

Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - Murano: a short look at serious glassmaking
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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

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

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

Travel from central Venice to Murano and Burano by private water taxi with a guide such as Silvia, Serena, Frankie, or Elena. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, browse colorful canals, and return by boat. Groups are limited to 22, though demonstrations are brief and much of the island time is independent.

“Great guided tour. Sylvia was very informative and had a lot of stories to tell about the other islands surrounding Murano and Bruano. The glass making was very interesting to watch and seeing all the products in the shop that was made were all very beautifully crafted. Bruano was gorgeous with all the colourful houses and we got some very yummy Gelato from there. Highly recommend doing this tour!”

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From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip - Meeting at Milano Centrale and setting off
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From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

2.Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

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

Spend 11 hours visiting Como, Bellagio, Lake Como, and Lugano from Milan. Your English-speaking guide, such as Luca, Amalia, or Marina, handles the timing, history, and meeting points while you enjoy coach transport, a private boat cruise, Como Cathedral, lakeside views, and free time for food and shopping.

“Would not recommend Sunday trips because the shops are generally closed. Otherwise this was an excellent trip with our guide Barbara. She was knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking - Meeting the boat near Riva degli Schiavoni
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Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking

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

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

See Murano glass made before your eyes, then visit Burano for traditional lace work and candy-colored houses. Guides such as Serena, Elena, Monica, and Frankie bring Venetian history to life during the boat rides. You get about 100 minutes on Murano and 90 minutes on Burano, with time to shop, eat, and wander.

“Elly was a fantastic guide and was super charming and knowledgeable. Allora!”

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2 hrs Miami Private Boat Tour with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo - Downtown Miami and Bayside from the water
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2 hrs Miami Private Boat Tour with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo

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

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

Spend two hours on a private Miami boat with your own group and a captain such as Walter, Andrés, Gustavo, or Yolepsy. Cruise past Downtown Miami, Bayside, the Port of Miami, Star Island, celebrity homes, and the Venetian Causeway. Bring drinks for the iced cooler and play your own music through Bluetooth. Expect a relaxed sightseeing charter rather than a nonstop narrated tour.

“We really enjoyed our time 💙 the captain we had was super down to earth. Andres thank you for making our time in Miami memorable.”

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From Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise - Como Cathedral and the first look at the lake
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From Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise

5.Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise

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

Travel from Milan to Como, Varenna, and Bellagio with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll tour Como Cathedral, cruise Lake Como by private boat, ride a public ferry, and get free time for lunch and wandering. Guides such as Monica, Anna, Sara, and Alessandro are praised for clear commentary and warm, organized service.

“The scenes were amazing on the lake! The bus was comfy and the guide was great and full of knowledge. It was a great experience!”

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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise - Como: cathedral, old streets, and limited free time
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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

6.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 Lake Como by private boat from Tremezzina, and spend free time in Bellagio and Como. The boat runs about two hours from April to October and one hour in winter. Guides such as Anna, Sarah, Angelo, and Rafaele have led praised departures, but group size and commentary style can vary.

“Great trip by this company. Comfortable double decker bus. On time. Short drive to Lake Como. Nice tour boat ride and a few hours in Bellagio. Our guides Guillermo and Rafaela were informative and entertaining. Marcelo our bus driver did a great job. A beautiful place to visit if only for a short while. No toilet on the bus however so be prepared. The brief visit to Como was not too exciting but there is a beautiful church in the town. Very crowded town with tourists groups in late September.”

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Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento - Cala di Mitigliano and the first coastal views
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Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

7.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 in a traditional gozzo boat with up to eight people, stopping at coastal grottoes, swimming spots, and the Blue Grotto. Guides such as Luca, Anna, Francesco, and Nello add local tips, snacks, drinks, and history. You also get 3 to 5 hours to explore Capri independently.

“We had such a great time on our trip! We didn't get to see the Blue Grotto due to high tides, but our boat captains made up for it. They took us to another inlet which had beautiful turquoise water. The drinks flowed, the music was great and the company was fantastic. We also had an amazing time on Capri. I highly suggest eating at Billy's Bar. The views are amazing and the food was delicious. I would 100% do this excursion again in the future!”

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From Milan: Private Boat to Como Lake, Lugano, and Bellagio - Como begins the day with history and coffee
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From Milan: Private Boat to Como Lake, Lugano, and Bellagio

8.Private Boat to Como Lake, Lugano, and Bellagio

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,555 reviews · 10 hours · from $79

Spend 10 hours crossing from Milan into Switzerland and around Lake Como. A live English or Spanish guide leads walks in Como, Bellagio, and Lugano, while the private boat ride brings you past famous villas including Villa del Balbianello and Villa Balbiano. Guides vary by departure, with Anna, Laura, Amato, and Josephine among the guides recently leading tours.

“It was really beautiful day and amazingly tour guided by Ana. She have a great knowledge about the places we went.”

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Best of Miami: Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience - Starting along the Miami River
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Best of Miami: Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience

9.Best of Miami: Private Top-Rated Boat Charter & Guided Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,462 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $190 per boat, seats 10

Reserve a private Miami boat for up to 10 people and choose a 2 to 4-hour route through the Miami River, Biscayne Bay, and Miami Beach islands. Captains such as Fernando, Eli, Omar, and Victor provide local guidance, while you bring drinks, snacks, and music. Longer trips add swimming time and a floating mat.

“Last day in Florida. Couldn't of picked a better ending to our trip. I loved the veiws and getting to know the area”

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From Milan: Lake Como by Private Boat, Bellagio & Lugano - Meeting at Porta Garibaldi
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From Milan: Lake Como by Private Boat, Bellagio & Lugano

10.Lake Como by Private Boat, Bellagio & Lugano

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,417 reviews · 10h 30m · from $81

Leave Milan by premium coach for a 45-minute private cruise on Lake Como, two and a half hours in Bellagio, and 100 minutes in Lugano. English-speaking guides such as Amato, Sara, Marika, and Jo lead the day, while a professional driver handles the roads. Bring your passport for Switzerland.

“Amato and Ion are fantastic. I like how Ion had water and coffee available and how he kept the bus very comfortable. Amato is one of the best guides we have had. He spoke English very well and was very entertaining. I would choose this company again if we could get Amato. We highly recommend the Lake Como,Bellagio& Lugano tour. If it were possible to give 10 stars, we would give them to Amato and Ion!”

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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat - Como: a useful first look at the lake
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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

11.Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,187 reviews · from $111

Spend 11 hours exploring Lake Como from Milan with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Ride an air-conditioned coach, tour Como, cruise by private boat past villas and gardens, then visit Varenna and Bellagio. Guides such as Anna, Monica, Lina, and Inna have been praised for clear directions and helpful local advice.

“The whole experience was very well put together. I travelled with 4 friends and we arrived at the meeting point at 8:15 and were greeted by our tour guide. We then left promptly at 8:30. We drove to Bellagio, with commentary from Anna, the wonderful tour guide, in both English and Spanish. We then got off and had a 45 minute boat ride on the lake where we were able to take photos and take in the view. After this, we walked around the town and had some free time to get some lunch too. We then boarded a ferry back to the meeting point where we then took a…”

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Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return - Getting to Gozo by private boat
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Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

12.Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

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

Spend a long day exploring Gozo by jeep with guides such as Kiko, Ben, Vince, Godwin, and Stefanie. Travel by private boat when weather allows, visit the Citadel, Ramla Bay, Xlendi, Dwejra, Ta’ Pinu, and the salt pans, and enjoy lunch plus local food tastings. Boat rides, temple entry, and some transfers cost extra.

“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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Private Boat Ride in Miami with Experienced Captain and Champagne - Seeing the Miami skyline from Biscayne Bay
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Private Boat Ride in Miami with Experienced Captain and Champagne

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,160 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $100 per boat, seats 8

Take a private Monterey M225 boat from Coconut Grove with your own group of up to eight. Captain Jorge, Rafael, Estefania, and others are known for friendly service and local explanations. Choose a one-hour express ride, a two-hour sightseeing cruise, or a sandbar option. Bring drinks, connect your music, and request champagne.

“Jorge was absolutely AMAZING! He made us feel like family and gave us a personalized experience. I would recommended Jorge for your next trip, you won’t be disappointed!”

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Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo - Leaving from Cirkewwa or Mġarr Harbour
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Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $204 per boat, seats 8

Take a private two-hour speedboat from Cirkewwa or Gozo’s Mġarr Harbour to Comino’s Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, caves and reefs. Your skipper can adjust the route for swimming, snorkeling and photos. Boats carry up to eight people, with equipment included, but add the €79 fuel charge.

“This is an excellent excursion in Malta! Sam is wonderful and all was great! Gorgeous day! They take you to all the places you can swim and see caves!”

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Dubrovnik: Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks - Entering the Blue Cave at Koločep Island
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Dubrovnik: Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

15.Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

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

Take a four-hour private speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to Koločep Island’s Blue and Green Caves, then relax at sandy Sunj Beach on Lopud. Your English-speaking skipper, often Mario, Duje, Robert, or Drago, provides snorkeling gear, a GoPro, life jackets, and unlimited beer, rakia, water, and juice. Swimming is part of the adventure.

“We had a wonderful time with our group exploring the caves and Sunj beach was beautiful!”

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