Golden Ours Cruises is a family-owned catamaran charter based in Coconut Grove, creating relaxed, memorable days on Miami’s beautiful waters. Known for their warm hospitality and personal touch, they tailor each outing for everyth...
Golden Ours Cruises is a family-owned catamaran charter based in Coconut Grove, creating relaxed, memorable days on Miami’s beautiful waters. Known for their warm hospitality and personal touch, they tailor each outing for everyth...
Captain Wade is the star of the show here, and reviewers make that abundantly clear. He's described as professional, kind, and genuinely knowledgeable about the Miami waterways, from the best sightseeing routes to hidden swimming spots most tourists never find. Repeat customers are common, which says a lot about the experience he delivers. The boats themselves get consistent praise for being clean, spacious, and comfortable, and Wade has a talent for reading the group. Families with young kids or guests prone to seasickness have noted he adjusts the route to find calmer waters, while others appreciate that he stays helpful without hovering. Drinks, snacks, and a float toy have all made appearances, giving trips a relaxed, social feel. If you're planning a celebration, sightseeing tour, or just a few hours on the water in Miami, this is a solid pick. The communication leading up to the trip is smooth, Wade is patient and accommodating, and the overall vibe is easygoing and well-run. Tough to find a critical word across the reviews.
I was looking to rent a private boat to celebrate some milestone birthdays in our family. I wanted to surprise them with a private 3 hour water experience. I contacted Wade and explained the situation but since I was going to be down in coconut Grove a couple of weeks before the rest of the family arrived I wanted to look at the boat to make sure it was suitable. I asked if I could see the 2 boats they had to offer, and they were happy to accommodate. We are boaters ourselves and operated a large marina in the NE, so are really picky about condition of the boat. I was delighted with the boats and Wade. Our family had an amazing time on the water with Captain Wade. The was spacious and clean. Communication was fantastic and since we had our 20 month old grandson with us and 3 people that get sea sick he was able to find a nice calm spot for us to swim and us the blow up platform toy. Wade assisted with passing drinks and offering local knowledge. He was there to assist if needed and never felt intrusive. We highly recommend Wade and the charter service. We will be back since our daughter and family now lives here.
Josephine Faler
April 5, 2026
I was looking to rent a private boat to celebrate some milestone birthdays in our family. I wanted to surprise them with a private 3 hour water experience. I contacted Wade and explained the situation but since I was going to be down in coconut Grove a couple of weeks before the rest of the family arrived I wanted to look at the boat to make sure it was suitable. I asked if I could see the 2 boats they had to offer, and they were happy to accommodate. We are boaters ourselves and operated a large marina in the NE, so are really picky about condition of the boat. I was delighted with the boats and Wade. Our family had an amazing time on the water with Captain Wade. The was spacious and clean. Communication was fantastic and since we had our 20 month old grandson with us and 3 people that get sea sick he was able to find a nice calm spot for us to swim and us the blow up platform toy. Wade assisted with passing drinks and offering local knowledge. He was there to assist if needed and never felt intrusive. We highly recommend Wade and the charter service. We will be back since our daughter and family now lives here.
Josephine Faler
April 5, 2026