Smooth C's Yacht Charter Rates in Tampa Bay

If you're planning on cruising or sailing in Florida aboard a crewed chartered vessel, and have more than six passengers, USCG regulations require an certified/inspected vessel.


​Rates shown below are for the Coast Guard Certified, Smooth C's, a 43-foot Viking Motor Yacht, departing from downtown Saint Petersburg, Florida.

Rates include a USCG Master Captain, Mate, Fuel bottled water and ice.

​Weekend and some holiday dates require a three-hour charter minimum.

Special Event charters may be subject to different rates.

​Relocation options may be available (additional fees apply) for the following departures: Tampa, St. Pete Beach, Clearwater, Clearwater Beach, Tampa, Bradenton and Sarasota.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to USCG regulations, we do not permit swimming from the boat and only allow passengers to disembark from a commercial dock.

Charter Rates:
PARKING IS FREE at our home port in Downtown St Petersburg. We are the only legal charter yacht in the area with free on site parking!

Rates do not include 7% state sales tax, 15% crew gratuity, or $250 security deposit. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks or contract with one of our preferred caterers. We provide bottled water, ice, coffee/hot tea/hot cocoa, paper and plastic items.

Rates are subject to change based upon special events, fuel costs and other considerations.

Boarding 15 minutes prior to departure is included in pricing above. This is more than enough for most parties, however if you feel you need more time, please let us know and we can provide dockside options and pricing.

​Charter Requirements: In order to contract the vessel, you must be at least 25 years old. A signed charter agreement and 25% non-refundable deposit are required to guarantee your charter date/time. The balance of payment is due 30 days prior to your cruise date. If booking within thirty days of cruising, all monies are due at the time of contracting. Payments may be made online, through our secure payment processor, with any major credit card. 

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Insist on a Coast Guard Certified vessel:
  • Coast Guard Certified vessels are insured more thoroughly, training of the Captain and crew are monitored, the design of the boat is maximized for safety and must pass several inspections, and all required safety equipment is on board. Continue reading >
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