MIAMI BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Private 4-Hour Haulover Sandbar Tour: Dolphins, Snorkel and Millionaire’s Row
A 4-hour private boat trip from Miami to Haulover Sandbar that lets you swim, snorkel and cruise past luxury waterfront mansions—this guide lays out what the tour includes and what to bring.
Private 4-Hour Haulover Sandbar Tour: Dolphins, Snorkel and Millionaire’s Row.
Embark on a private, customizable 4-hour boat excursion to the Haulover Sandbar hosted by Miami Ocean Tours. The outing centers on a sandbar stop for swimming and snorkeling, dolphin spotting while cruising, and a shoreline run past the mansions of Millionaire’s Row and Billionaire’s Bunker Island; the operator supplies a floating mat, snorkeling gear and a cooler with ice and bottled water for guests.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Millionaire’s Row & Bunker Island
The tour cruises past the waterfront estates known as Millionaire’s Row and Billionaire’s Bunker Island, offering sustained views of Miami’s high-end shoreline as part of the route.
Sandbar Swimming & Snorkeling
The itinerary includes time anchored at the Haulover sandbar for swimming and floating on a provided mat; snorkeling gear is included so guests can explore the shallows.
Dolphin Sightings
Dolphin watching is a noted part of the experience—while cruising between stops guests can expect opportunities to spot dolphins from the boat.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Over four private hours the group customizes the pace—cruising the coastal mansions, pausing for dolphin watches, and dropping anchor at the sandbar for swimming and snorkeling. The operator includes a floating mat, snorkeling gear and a cooler stocked with ice and bottled water; trips are framed as suitable for couples, families and groups and can be adjusted by arrangement.
THE ROUTE
Millionaire’s Row & Bunker Island
The tour cruises past the waterfront estates known as Millionaire’s Row and Billionaire’s Bunker Island, offering sustained views of Miami’s high-end shoreline as part of the route.
WATER PLAY
Sandbar Swimming & Snorkeling
The itinerary includes time anchored at the Haulover sandbar for swimming and floating on a provided mat; snorkeling gear is included so guests can explore the shallows.
WILDLIFE
Dolphin Sightings
Dolphin watching is a noted part of the experience—while cruising between stops guests can expect opportunities to spot dolphins from the boat.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who benefits most from this outing — and who should take care:
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a 4-hour private boat tour; price listed is $599.00 for the private 4-hour tour.
Bring a photo ID, towels, your preferred alcoholic beverages and snacks; operator provides snorkeling gear, a floating mat and a cooler with ice and bottled water.
Go barefoot on board; smoking and glass containers are forbidden; no spray tans allowed; avoid brand-new clothing or towels that may bleed when wet as they can damage seats.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Haulover Sandbar Tour and what does it cost?
The tour is a 4-hour private boat tour; the listed price is $599.00 for the 4-hour private option.
What gear and amenities are provided?
The operator supplies a floating mat, snorkeling gear and a cooler stocked with ice and bottled water.
What should I bring with me?
Bring a photo ID, towels, and any alcoholic beverages or snacks you want to have aboard; the operator requests no glass containers.
Are there any restrictions or rules I should know?
Guests must be barefoot onboard; smoking and spray tans are not allowed; do not bring glass cups and avoid brand-new clothing or towels that may bleed when wet.
Can I customize the itinerary for a special occasion?
Yes — all tours can be customized; callers are invited to contact the operator to arrange specifics for the private trip.
Will we see dolphins on the tour?
Dolphin sightings are a noted part of the experience and the itinerary includes cruising segments for dolphin watching, though sightings cannot be guaranteed.