The world's first AI-Powered boat charter marketplace. Our AI Concierge handles everything from search to booking. Chat with owners, split payments with friends, and sign paperwork digitally.
Every listing and captain is vetted for safety and quality.
Zero commissions. All-inclusive pricing. Tip the crew digitally after the trip.
Invite friends and split the cost evenly or customize amounts for each guest.
Hand-picked vessels for the discerning traveler. Experience luxury without compromise.
May is the quiet-before-the-storm month in South Florida — snowbirds have migrated home, summer tourists haven't arrived, and captains offer their sharpest midweek pricing of the year. Water temps hit 82 by month-end. Memorial Day weekend is the only firm exception — reserve 3 weeks out or pivot to a weekday.
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Meet your 24/7 AI Concierge. Speak naturally to find the perfect boat, get real-time weather safety ratings, and context-aware support for your booking.
We provide owners and captains with up-to-date weather information and alerts so they can help you reschedule or arrange a refund if needed.
I found 3 great options near Miami Beach.
SAFEWeather is perfect (82°F).
Coming Soon — Our AI Agents are currently attending a training bootcamp, but don't worry they are graduating really soon! Sign up to get updates on their progress to becoming your trusted AI Yachting Concierge!
No more chasing friends for Venmo. Invite your crew and choose to split the bill evenly or assign specific amounts for each member directly on the platform. Plus, sign all waivers digitally before you even arrive at the dock.
Every booking with CharterXO includes verified captains and 24/7 AI + Human support. From the moment you start searching for the perfect vessel to the moment you step back onto the dock, our team and intelligent systems are working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly. Whether it's answering questions, coordinating with your captain, or handling last-minute changes, we're always available to make your experience effortless and enjoyable.
Pillar guides covering the full CharterXO experience — from your first booking to listing your own boat.
How chartering works, captained vs bareboat, costs, etiquette.
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Standard recreational boat insurance won't cover charter operations. This guide breaks down every layer of yacht charter insurance — Hull & Machinery, P&I, marine surveys, hurricane deductibles, and crew liability — so you can list your boat with confidence.
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Fort Lauderdale's 300+ miles of canals and world-class marine scene make it one of the best places in the US to charter a private yacht. This guide covers the waterways, bridge navigation, best seasons, and how CharterXO connects you directly with verified owners — no broker, no paperwork.
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FLIBS 2026 is the world's largest in-water boat show — and Fort Lauderdale's biggest fall event. Here's what to see, how to get around, and how to make the most of your visit.
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CharterXO is an AI-powered boat charter marketplace that connects charterers with verified yacht owners and licensed captains. Headquartered in Miami with charter availability throughout South Florida, CharterXO handles booking, split payments, insurance verification, and captain coordination so you can book a yacht in minutes without paperwork. Boat owners anywhere in the United States are welcome to list their vessels.
Search for a verified vessel in your market, chat directly with the owner or captain through the app, split the payment with friends if you want, and pay only after your charter is confirmed. CharterXO's AI concierge handles scheduling, insurance checks, and captain coordination end-to-end. Most charters book in under 15 minutes.
CharterXO is headquartered in Miami and currently operates charters throughout South Florida — Miami, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Key Biscayne, the Florida Keys, Palm Beach, Naples, and Tampa. Boat owners anywhere in the United States can list their vessels on CharterXO; charter availability expands into new markets as inventory grows.
Yacht charters on CharterXO typically start around $150 per person and scale up based on vessel size, duration, captain, and amenities. Most South Florida charters run 3 to 8 hours with a captain included in the posted rate. Pricing is transparent on every listing — fuel, gratuity, and any provisioning are itemized before you confirm the booking.
Yes — every CharterXO charter is offered with a captain included in the posted rate. Captains are properly credentialed to operate the vessel they charter; CharterXO reviews each captain's documentation at sign-up (a valid USCG captain's license is strongly recommended, and the specific credentials required depend on the vessel, passenger count, and local regulations) and every captain is background-checked as part of CharterXO's verification process.
Yes. Boat owners anywhere in the United States can list their vessel on CharterXO with no upfront listing fee. Every charter is offered with a captain, and CharterXO handles booking, insurance verification, split payments, captain coordination, and payouts — you set your hourly rate and availability.
Experience a faster, smoother journey with the CharterXO app. Designed to make your boating trip excellent, get instant alerts for trip updates, group payments, and electronic signatures.
AI Concierge will provide trip updates and even help you prepare for the trip if you have any questions. Even remind them to bring sunscreen!
