Miami
A wedding that leaves the dock
A yacht wedding is a small wedding with a very good view. Thirteen guests per boat is the legal maximum, so bigger weddings run as several boats leaving together and meeting on the water.
Four to six hours, ceremony plus reception
Thirteen a boat, no exceptions
The USCG limit is thirteen guests per vessel regardless of length. Twenty-six guests means two boats and two captains, leaving at the same time.
Ceremony, then reception
Most couples hold the ceremony early in the charter and spend the rest of the time on the water, which keeps the day moving.
What the crew does
Captain, crew, fuel, water, ice and safety gear are included. Ceremony setup, catering and music are arranged separately — ask when you book.
What people ask
- Can we hold the ceremony on board?
- Yes, on the deck. Tell us the plan when you book so the crew knows the order of the day.
- How many boats do we need?
- One per thirteen guests. Two boats for twenty-six, three for thirty-nine, all leaving together.
- Can we bring our own officiant?
- Yes. The officiant boards as a guest and counts toward the thirteen.