Yacht Delivery and Repositioning Services
Mike Moves Boats provides professional captain services for owners who want their vessel moved, operated, or managed with a clear plan and consistent execution. Services include point-to-point power and sail deliveries, seasonal repositioning, Welland/Erie Canal and St. Lawrence Seaway transits, Great Lakes and Caribbean routing, offshore passages, and hands-on owner assist and training. Every job starts with practical route and risk planning based on the boat’s range, systems, crew needs, and the realities of weather, daylight, and operating hours, followed by daily updates and clean handoff notes at the destination. If your priority is a smooth move, a safer learning curve, or a polished day on the water with the details handled, request a quote with your boat details, location, destination, and timeline
Powerboat Delivery
Professional point-to-point delivery of motor yachts with route planning built around fuel range, bridge/lock restrictions, and vessel parameters. Pre-departure checks, daily logs, voyage tracking, and clear handoff notes keep the owner informed and ensure a smooth and predictable delivery…
Spring and Fall brings a great migration, not just birds – boats too! We’re well versed in the requirements for seasonal yacht repositioning having done many from Florida to New England to the Great Lakes and everywhere in between. The process includes practical scheduling around weather and daylight, plus coordination for dockage, fuel and any maintenance stops…
Sailboat Delivery
Seasonal Repositioning
Owner Assist and Training
Hands-on coaching with you aboard, focused on docking, close-quarters control, passage planning, watchstanding, and real system management (power, water, batteries, and troubleshooting). Training is structured to leave you with a deep knowledge and feel for your boat. With the ability to safely and confidently run your vessel…
Sailboat deliveries focused on vessel integrity, weather windows, and well organized passage plans. Motor-sailing is often the preferred method of sailing vessel delivery. Keeping a sail or two up for stability and efficiency while running low RPMs to keep the boat moving and on schedule. The goal is a boat that arrives safe, clean, and ready for the owner to enjoy…
Host-Ready Captain Services
Enjoy your day with guests or clients onboard while a professional captain runs the boat. Route planning, crew coordination, smooth docking, and a well-timed itinerary to fit your needs. Add catering support, music or entertainment with clear costs and a clean plan that keeps the outing relaxed, on schedule, and polished from departure to return…
Ocean Crossings
Offshore passages run with a disciplined watch rotation to keep crew fresh. Navigation practices are up to date and refreshed whenever possible. Systems are managed efficiently to reduce unnecessary fuel and mechanical strain . We give you guidance on safety gear, spares, and crew readiness, followed by daily position updates and a post-passage debrief…
Welland, Erie Canal, St. Lawrence Seaway
Seaway transits managed end-to-end: clearance paperwork, bridge and lock sequencing. Timing around commercial traffic, fender/line setup and operating hours are all planned efficiently. Typical days bring early starts and long lock days. Careful line handling and vessel maneuvering keeps crew, yacht, and equipment safe…
Great Lakes Deliveries
Great Lakes deliveries planned for fast-changing forecasts, long open-water legs, and tight narrow channels. We know what’s around every bend and the best harbor options when conditions tighten up. Transit plans factor in fuel availability, marina hours, ever changing water depth and lock/bridge constraints. Daily mileage stays achievable and safe…
Caribbean Yacht Deliveries
Caribbean deliveries built around trade winds, customs/clearance steps, and the realities of short hops between islands with limited maintenance and spare parts availability. The emphasis is on practical routing, smart anchoring practices, and daily system checks that keep the trip on schedule…