Compare Fort Lauderdale charters
Underway Charters
vs. Coastal Yacht Tours
A few hours in Fort Lauderdale or a longer escape?
See the key differences →A guide by Coastal Yacht Tours. Independent businesses; no affiliation or endorsement.
The decision that matters
A few hours in Fort Lauderdale or a longer escape?
Trip length changes the planning brief. A sunset celebration, a full day with activities and an overnight charter need different arrangements, budgets and onboard spaces.
Know what you’re comparing
Underway Charters at a glance.
| Planning detail | Underway Charters |
|---|---|
| Service | Private charter service of Maverick Yacht Management |
| Vessels | Sport fishers, motor yachts and sport yachts |
| Duration | Half-day, full-day and overnight options advertised |
| Planning | Custom itinerary, catering and beverage requests |
Based on the operator’s linked public information, reviewed October 20, 2026. Availability, rates and package details must be reconfirmed.
Marquis 690
Our yacht
Up to 20 guests
Our capacity
2, 3 or 4 hours
Our cruises
The actual salon aboard Coastal’s Marquis 690.
Where Coastal fits
Build the day around the time you have.
If you are bringing friends or family together for a few hours, a focused local cruise can fit neatly around the rest of your plans. Coastal advertises two-, three- and four-hour options aboard the Marquis 690, with up to 20 guests on Fort Lauderdale’s waterways.
Explore the Marquis 690 virtual tour →A useful distinction
When to look more closely at Underway Charters.
Underway Charters may merit consideration when the brief includes a longer trip or a different vessel category. Its service covers several South Florida locations. Ask for the actual vessel, passenger limit and departure point; a broad fleet description is not a confirmed booking.
Bring these questions to your quote
Questions for Underway Charters and Coastal.
Is the quoted guest count a day-cruising or overnight limit?
What is the actual departure marina and permitted itinerary?
Are catering, beverages and requested water toys included or extra?
Ask both operators for the same date, guest count and duration. Compare the complete price, not unmatched starting rates.
Underway Charters: comparison FAQs.
Can I compare an overnight charter with a three-hour cruise?
They serve different needs. Decide whether you need sleeping accommodations or simply time together on the water. Then compare operators offering the same duration, route and service level.
How do I request a Coastal Yacht Tours quote?
Share your date, number of guests, preferred duration and occasion through our inquiry form. Ask the team to confirm the meeting point, included services and total price before booking.
Private Fort Lauderdale cruising
Picture your gathering aboard Coastal.
Tell us what you’re celebrating and who’s coming.
Sources: Underway Charters official information · Coastal FAQs · Coastal cruise options. No overall winner or price advantage is claimed. Return to all ten comparisons.