1 Life Boat Rental captain at the helm pointing out a white waterfront mansion with palm trees and a private dock on a Miami celebrity homes boat tour

Miami Beach · Private tour · Celebrity homes

See where Miami’s
biggest names actually live

Star, Palm and Hibiscus Islands hold some of the most expensive real estate in the country — and the only way to really see it is from the water. Private charter, captain included, from $200/hr.

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Your captain points out the mansions — and the stories behind the gates

Home/Tours/Celebrity Homes

USCG-licensed captains

Captain, fuel, water & ice included

100% private — your group only

Free cancellation 24hrs

No OTA fees — book direct

Departs 2400 Collins Ave

The route

The best addresses
in the country.

Star Island, Palm Island, and Hibiscus Island hold some of the most expensive real estate in the country — and the only way to really see it is from the water.

These man-made islands in Biscayne Bay sit behind guarded gates on land, so the grand facades, private docks and sweeping lawns face the water — not the road. From the deck of a private boat, you get the view the neighbours get.

Your captain knows which house belongs to who and the stories behind the gates, and paces the cruise so you have time for photos at every highlight. Everything is viewed from the public waterway at a respectful distance — it’s a sightseeing cruise, not a doorstep tour.

Read more about the route in our guide: Celebrity homes boat tour Miami.

Illustrated route map of the 2-hour celebrity mansions boat tour from 2400 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, looping past the Venetian Islands, Star Island, Palm Island and Hibiscus Island in Biscayne Bay — The 2-hour route: from Collins Ave through Biscayne Bay, past the Venetian, Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands. Your captain may adjust it for conditions on the day.

Duration

2 hours

The core route. Add an hour for Raccoon Island or a sandbar.

Ideal group

2–8 guests

Up to 8 on the Nautic Star; up to 13 on the Axopar 38, Pardo 40 or Sunseeker 74.

Best time

Morning or late afternoon

Softer light on the facades, or golden hour on a sunset slot.

Departs

2400 Collins Ave

Miami Beach, across from 1 Hotel.

Whose homes

Names you know.

Waterfront estates on and around Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands have been linked to some of the most recognisable names in music, sports and business. Ownership changes — your captain has the latest.

DJ Khaled

The “We the Best” producer is one of the names guests ask about most — your captain points out the waterfront property linked to him along the route.

Jeff Bezos

Miami’s most-talked-about recent arrival. Hear how the Amazon founder’s move made headlines across Biscayne Bay’s most exclusive enclaves.

David Beckham

The Inter Miami co-owner is part of the city’s modern star power — one of the names your captain covers on the cruise.

Shakira

The Barranquilla-born superstar has deep Miami ties, and a waterfront home linked to her is a favourite photo stop.

Gloria Estefan

Miami royalty. The Estefans are woven into the story of Star Island and the city’s music scene — ask your captain for the history.

Your captain

Knows which house belongs to who — and the stories behind the gates. Multilingual too: English, Spanish, French and Italian.

What to expect

Two hours of Miami’s best views.

The classic celebrity homes route, start to finish:

Board at 2400 Collins Ave. Meet your captain, connect your playlist to the Bluetooth speakers and get a quick safety briefing.
Cruise into Biscayne Bay. Pass the Venetian Islands along the Venetian Causeway with the downtown skyline opening up ahead.
Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands. Slow cruising past the mansions while your captain tells the stories — plenty of time for photos.
Skyline and wildlife. Open-water views of downtown Miami, and dolphins or manatees if they’re around (sightings never guaranteed).
Stop near Sunset Island. A pause for panoramic photos before the cruise back to Miami Beach — or extend with a sandbar swim.

What’s included

Everything for the day.

One rate, one boat, your group only. Here’s exactly what the celebrity homes run covers.

Round-trip from 2400 Collins Ave on our private 25ft Nautic Star — or a larger boat for bigger groups.
A slow pass by the celebrity mansions of Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands and the Venetian Islands.
Live commentary from your captain — who lives where, and the stories behind the gates.
Time in the water to swim, snorkel, or float if you extend the trip.
Captain, fuel, water, sodas, ice and Bluetooth speakers all included.
Usually paired with a sandbar stop or Raccoon Island to fill out a 2–3hr trip.

Duration & timing

When to cruise the mansions.

Morning brings calm, glassy water and the best odds of spotting dolphins along the way. Late afternoon puts warm light on the facades and the skyline — and a 5pm-plus slot turns the same route into a sunset cruise.

The mansions look spectacular year-round, and because it’s a sightseeing cruise rather than a swim stop, this tour works in almost any season. Weekends book up first, so reserve a few days ahead.

2 hours

$400 · the classic

The full celebrity homes route with skyline views and photo stops.

3 hours

$600 · most popular

Add Raccoon Island or a swim at the sandbar.

4 hours

$800

Mansions, Raccoon Island and proper sandbar time.

6 hours

$1,200 · best value

Every highlight of Miami from the water, at an easy pace.

Before you board

Reef-safe sunscreen and a hat — there’s no shade on open water, and the bay reflects more sun than you expect.
A camera or phone with space — the mansions and skyline are best from the water.
Your own food and drinks — BYOB is welcome. Water, sodas, ice and cooler space are on board.
A swimsuit if you’re adding a sandbar or Raccoon Island stop.

Pricing

All-inclusive rates.
No surprises.

The Nautic Star 25ft is our boat — captain, fuel, water, sodas & ice all included. Book directly with us and skip the agency fees. For partner vessel pricing, contact us directly.

2 hours

minimum booking

$400

all-inclusive

3 hours

$600

all-inclusive

4 hours

$800

all-inclusive

Full day · 6 hours

best value

$1,200

all-inclusive

Everything included in the Nautic Star rate

Licensed captainFuelWater & sodasIce & coolerBluetooth · 4 speakersLife jacketsUp to 8 guestsFloating mat on request

Up to 8 guests included. Children count as 1 person.
$100 deposit secures your booking via Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal. Balance due on the day.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
See the full pricing table and the rest of the fleet on the homepage.

Questions

Celebrity homes tour FAQ.

More on deposits, BYOB and departure points in the general FAQ.

Whose homes will we see on the celebrity homes boat tour?

The route passes waterfront estates on and around Star, Palm and Hibiscus Islands that have been linked to names like DJ Khaled, Jeff Bezos, David Beckham, Shakira and Gloria Estefan. Ownership of individual properties can change — your captain shares the latest.

How long is the celebrity homes tour?

The core route takes about 2 hours (our minimum booking). Many groups book 3 hours to add Raccoon Island or a sandbar swim.

How close do we get to the mansions?

Close enough for great photos. We cruise the public waterway and view everything at a respectful distance — it’s a sightseeing cruise, not a doorstep tour.