Private Booze Cruise in Fort Lauderdale: How a BYOB Pontoon Party Works

A "booze cruise" in Fort Lauderdale usually means one of two things: a big public party boat where you share the deck with strangers, or a private BYOB charter where the boat, the playlist, and the cooler are all yours. We run the second kind.

How a Private BYOB Cruise Works

• You bring the drinks. We supply the cooler and ice.
• Your group only. Up to 13 guests, with no strangers on board.
• A USCG licensed captain drives, so nobody in your group has to stay sober to run the boat.
• You pick the vibe: mansion cruise, sandbar party, or both.

Which Boat Is Best for a Booze Cruise?

The Boozy Barge. It's in the name. It's a double-decker with a beer pong table, a sound system, and a waterslide. For a slightly calmer group, Boozy Barge 2.0 has more deck space. Doing a long day? The Brown Boat has a bathroom.

What to Bring

• Cans, pouches, and plastic bottles. Glass and boats don't mix
• Plenty of water. The Florida sun plus drinks catches people off guard
• Snacks or food
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, and towels
• Valid ID. Everyone drinking must be 21 or older

The Rules

Your captain is in charge of safety on board. Stay off the rails while underway, wear a life jacket if you're not a strong swimmer, and listen to the captain at anchor. The captain will call it if someone needs to sit out the water.

Private vs. Public Booze Cruise

Public cruises sell per-person tickets. A private charter starts at $400 for the whole boat, and it's often similar per person once you have 8 or more guests. You also get your own music and your own schedule. See our pricing breakdown.