Privately Charting Tampa Bay Aboard a Prestige 500 Fly

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Privately Charting Tampa Bay Aboard a Prestige 500 Fly

A 4–8 hour private charter with Bored & Yachting on the award‑winning Prestige Yachts 500 Fly — this guide explains the yacht’s layout, onboard amenities, provisioning options and departure logistics.

Privately Charting Tampa Bay Aboard a Prestige 500 Fly.

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Location
Tampa
Operator
Bored & Yachting
Category
Private
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Experience Tampa’s waters aboard Bored & Yachting’s Prestige Yachts 500 Fly, a flagship that rethought yacht design with a private master entrance, raised salon and aft galley. The vessel pairs cruising capability with creature comforts — air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, TV, Bluetooth stereo, a full kitchen and a grill — making a day on the bay feel like a private floating house party.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE VESSEL

Prestige 500 Fly — award winning, livable, seaworthy

The Prestige Yachts 500 Fly changed designer expectations with features like a private entrance to the master stateroom, raised salon and aft galley. It won European Powerboat of the Year and combines practical seakeeping with comfortable accommodation.

ONBOARD AMENITIES

Full comforts: sleeping quarters, climate control and entertainment

The yacht includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, air‑conditioned interiors, Wi‑Fi, television and a Bluetooth stereo, plus a full kitchen and onboard grill — amenities designed for multi‑hour private charters.

CUSTOM SERVICE

Tailored provisioning and crew options

Bored & Yachting can provision the yacht with catering and staff — options include a server/bartender, masseuse or DJ — and can deliver the yacht to alternate arrival points for an added fee.

What the day feels like

What a day aboard feels like

A private charter with Bored & Yachting runs four to eight hours, unfolding as an intimate cruise from the marina onto Tampa’s waters. Expect a relaxed sequence of departure, open‑water time on the flybridge or shaded salon, meal and social time using the onboard kitchen and grill, and then a return to port or alternate delivery point arranged with the operator.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this charter suits — and what to watch for.

1
Luxury TravelersWell suited: the Prestige 500 Fly offers private staterooms, climate control and onboard entertainment, making it a comfortable option for travelers seeking upscale day cruising, though premium services and crew are added at booking.
2
Groups & PartiesIdeal for small groups: three cabins, two heads and a large flybridge support socializing and catered events; expect additional fees for staffing or special provisioning.
3
FamiliesGood match for families comfortable on the water thanks to multiple cabins and onboard facilities, but plan logistics and any extra staffing or services during booking.
4
Couples or Small RetreatsA quiet, private day at sea is achievable with this layout and amenities; confirm cabin use and any staffing needs when booking to avoid unexpected charges.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Trip length

Charters are offered in 4–8 hour durations.

What to bring

Pack drinks, food, ice, swimsuit, sun lotion, towel, sunglasses and weather‑appropriate light layers.

Onboard comforts & add‑ons

The yacht is outfitted with a full kitchen, grill, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, television and Bluetooth stereo; provisioning such as catering, server/bartender, masseuse or DJ can be arranged for additional fees.

Logistics & embarkation

Standard embarkation departs from Jackson’s at Harbor Island for no charge; delivery to other areas is available for an additional fee and extra booking charges apply (captain/crew, cleaning, local cruise refueling).

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long are the private charters?

Charters run between 4 and 8 hours.

Where do I board the yacht?

Standard departures are from Jackson’s at Harbor Island at no charge; the operator can also deliver the yacht to other areas for an additional fee.

What fees are added during booking?

Additional fees listed during booking include captain and crew fees, a cleaning fee and a local cruise refueling fee; delivery to other areas may incur an extra charge.

What onboard amenities does the yacht have?

The Prestige 500 Fly is equipped with a full kitchen, grill, large flybridge, air‑conditioned interior, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, Wi‑Fi, television and a Bluetooth stereo.

Can I arrange catering or staff for my charter?

Yes — provisioning options can include catering and services such as a server/bartender, masseuse or DJ for an additional fee arranged during booking.

Do I need to bring anything?

Bring drinks, food and ice if desired, plus swimsuit, sun lotion, towel, sunglasses and weather‑appropriate light layers.