Biscayne National Park & Boca Chita Boat Tour

Escape the city and discover the wild side of Miami with a private Biscayne National Park & Boca Chita boat tour. This full-day adventure takes you far beyond Miami Beach to explore remote islands, turquoise waters, mangroves, marine life, and some of the most beautiful natural areas in South Florida.

This 7-hour private experience is designed for nature lovers, families, and adventurous travelers who want to discover a completely different side of Miami. Much of Biscayne National Park is covered by water, and several of its islands can only be reached by boat, making this one of the most unique ways to explore the area.

What You'll Discover on Your Biscayne National Park & Boca Chita Boat Tour:

🐬 Your journey begins across Miami Beach, heading south toward the more natural and undeveloped waters surrounding Key Biscayne. Along the way, keep your eyes open for Miami’s local wildlife, including dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, rays, tropical fish, iguanas, and numerous species of birds.

Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, but exploring these waters gives you the opportunity to encounter South Florida’s marine animals in their natural environment.

🌿 Cruise along the Virginia Key mangroves, an important coastal habitat where marine life and birds thrive away from Miami’s busy beaches.

🏝️ Continue toward Key Biscayne, surrounded by beautiful beaches, clear water, tropical vegetation, and some of the most scenic coastal landscapes around Miami.

🏠 As you travel farther south, discover Stiltsville, the famous collection of historic wooden houses standing above the waters of Biscayne Bay — one of the most unusual landmarks you can see by boat in Miami.

🤿 Around Soldier Key and the surrounding waters, discover shallow, clear areas ideal for exploring the underwater environment. Depending on conditions, you'll have opportunities to swim and snorkel while looking for tropical fish, rays, turtles, and other marine life.

🏝️ The highlight of the adventure is Boca Chita Key, one of the most iconic islands in Biscayne National Park and accessible only by boat. Explore the island, walk around its tropical landscape, enjoy the waterfront, and discover its famous historic lighthouse overlooking Biscayne Bay.

The National Park Service describes Boca Chita as the most visited island in Biscayne National Park, making it one of the signature destinations of the park.

On the journey back to Miami Beach, relax onboard and enjoy panoramic views as the Miami skyline gradually reappears across Biscayne Bay.

A Full-Day Miami Nature & Wildlife Adventure

🌊 Unlike our shorter sightseeing experiences, this tour is designed for travelers who want to leave the city behind and explore Miami’s natural environment.

With 7 hours on the water, you'll have time to travel farther into Biscayne Bay, discover remote islands, look for wildlife, snorkel, swim, and experience places that most visitors to Miami never get to see.

Because weather, tides, wildlife activity, and water conditions change every day, your captain may adapt the itinerary to provide the best and safest experience possible.

What's included:

🚤 Private boat exclusively for your group
🧑‍✈️ Professional licensed captain — English, French & Spanish available
⛽️ Fuel Included
🕺 Built-in Bluetooth Speakers
❄️ Large cooler with ice and water
🥂 Water included, you can bring your own beverages
🤿 Snorkeling equipment included

Biscayne National Park & Boca Chita Tour Prices:

Up to 8 people: $1,470
Up to 10 people: $1,645
Up to 13 people: $2,500

7-hour minimum experience

A 30% deposit is required to secure your reservation. The remaining 70% is paid at the marina before departure.
We accept Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, PayPal, Credit Card (+7% processing fees), Revolut

DEPARTURE ADDRESS:

Your Biscayne National Park & Boca Chita Boat Tour departs from 2400 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, in the heart of South Beach.

Our marina is conveniently located within walking distance of several of Miami Beach’s most iconic hotels, including 1 Hotel South Beach, W South Beach, The Setai, Shelborne South Beach, and Delano Miami Beach.

Exact meeting and boarding instructions are provided after booking.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Biscayne National Park & Boca Chita Boat Tour:

1. Is Boca Chita Key only accessible by boat?
Yes. Boca Chita Key is located inside Biscayne National Park and can only be reached by boat. There is no road or bridge connecting the island to Miami, which is part of what makes visiting it such a unique experience.

2. Can we see dolphins, turtles, and other wildlife during the tour?
Wildlife encounters are one of the exciting parts of exploring Biscayne Bay. Depending on the day and conditions, you may encounter dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, rays, tropical fish, iguanas, and many species of birds. However, these are wild animals in their natural habitat, so sightings can never be guaranteed.

3. Can we swim and snorkel during the tour?
Absolutely. This experience is designed to give you time to enjoy the water. Depending on weather and water conditions, your captain can select suitable locations for swimming and snorkeling around the islands and clear waters of Biscayne Bay.

4. Why is this tour 7 hours?
Boca Chita and the islands of Biscayne National Park are located much farther south than our regular Miami sightseeing routes. The 7-hour experience gives you enough time to travel through Biscayne Bay, explore multiple islands and natural areas, look for wildlife, swim, snorkel, and enjoy the destinations without rushing.