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Fort Lauderdale, Florida Cruises & boat tours

Our most recommended Fort Lauderdale, Florida Cruises & boat tours

Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

1. Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

Set sail on board an 85-foot Gulfcraft fishing boat and fish off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, Florida on a 4-hour morning, afternoon or evening fishing trip. The tour cost per person includes all rod and reel rental, bait and tackle. You will fish approximately 1 mile off the coast, where the ocean bottom drops off quickly to depths of up to 150 feet and the inside edge of the Gulfstream current provides perfect fishing conditions. On daytime trips, you will drift or anchor fish over the reefs, wrecks and rock piles of Fort Lauderdale, and fish for kingfish, tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, snapper, grouper, or whatever is biting. For added adventure, nighttime trips anchor up over a spot where the crew chum the water for snapper and grouper. Everything is included in the price; just bring along any food and drink you like. This is a fun trip for novice and experienced anglers, and the crew is there to help you 1-on-1 for the entire trip.

Everglades: Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

2. Everglades: Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

Embark on a real adventure with an airboat tour of the Florida Everglades and entry to the alligator and reptile exhibit. Explore this fascinating natural wonder, hear the history of the Seminole people, and learn about the wildlife you sport from your captain. Board your airboat and glide out into the Everglades. As you cruise, listen to fascinating historical and ecological facts from your captain. Listen to tales of how the Native American Seminole people and panthers once coexisted in this lush wilderness. Keep an eye out for rare and endangered wildlife as you skim across the glassy water, through grassy rivers, and over the tropical marsh. After your airboat tour, head into the alligator and reptile exhibit. Get up close to a baby alligator and touch its unique skin and learn about these formidable predators.

Fort Lauderdale: Millionaire's Homes and Megayachts Cruise

3. Fort Lauderdale: Millionaire's Homes and Megayachts Cruise

Fort Lauderdale is the water playground for the rich and famous with over 2,000 megayachts of the rich and famous docking here. When you add in the fabulous waterfront homes and the historic landmarks, it makes this cruise a great way to see the best of Fort Lauderdale. The cruise starts on the Riverwalk of the New River in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, close to Pioneer House and History Fort Lauderdale. Board the two-level boat with an open upper deck for maximum 360’ viewing or stay below in the enclosed lower deck with air-conditioning and a cash bar. As you head down river, your local bilingual guide will point out the many historic landmarks and the luxury waterfront homes of the rich and famous. With Fort Lauderdale being considered the yachting capital of the world, you will also get to see some of the luxury megayachts that dock here. Another highlight is seeing the cruise ships docked in Port Everglades, one of the busiest cruise ports in the world. By the end of your 90-minute cruise you will have had a real taste of the lives of the rich and famous, having experienced countless photo opportunities along the way.

Fort Lauderdale: Everglades Express Trip with Airboat Ride

4. Fort Lauderdale: Everglades Express Trip with Airboat Ride

Explore Everglades National Park on an airboat tour across the Florida wetlands on a day trip from Fort Lauderdale. Learn about the native plants and animals from guides who have unparalleled knowledge of the trails, plants, and wildlife. Get picked up from your downtown hotel before setting off on your drive to Sawgrass Recreation Park. Relax as your driver gets you to your destination in the comfort of a Mercedes Metris van. Upon arrival, get up close and personal with the Everglades’ native wildlife. Hop on one of the park’s thrilling airboats and glide across miles of wetlands while you learn about the flora and fauna of the region. Be sure to keep an eye out for alligators. Stop by the park’s reptile sanctuary, which features over 50 reptiles that have been adopted and rescued, including tortoises and iguanas. See the park’s main reptile exhibit, the Florida Alligator. You may even get the chance to meet a baby alligator. If you get hungry during your adventure, make a stop at The Gator Grill. Enjoy Gator Bites, tacos, burgers, and more at the on-site food truck. Or go to the Gator Emporium for souvenirs, snacks, and beverages. Once you are finished with your experience, be accompanied back to your hotel by a driver.

Fort Lauderdale: 1-Hour Family Pirate Adventure Cruise

5. Fort Lauderdale: 1-Hour Family Pirate Adventure Cruise

Start by arriving a half-hour early to get outfitted with pirate tattoos and a vest that will be returned at the end of the trip. Meet the captain and crew as they introduce you to the Pirate way of life. Follow the first mate to board the real U.S. Coast Guard certified pirate ship where you will learn everything you need to know to join the crew. Learn how to fire the water cannons as you navigate the Intracoastal Waterway to find the key to the treasure. Battle a villainous pirate to win back the key and leave with your share of the loot. Hear of the many tales of legendary pirates and keep a sharp eye out to spot the local wildlife.

Fort Lauderdale: Celebrity Homes & Superyacht Cruise

6. Fort Lauderdale: Celebrity Homes & Superyacht Cruise

Rent your own party paddle boat for a cruise down the New River in Fort Lauderdale. Bring your own beer, wine, or liqour onboard and celebrate your special occasion with your friends, family, or colleagues. Set off on the "Paddle Pub" a pedal-powered pontoon boat. Enjoy the ultimate party on the water with a sound system, 12 pedaling stations, and party lighting. Celebrate any event or special occasion, with your captain and first mate on hand to ensure you have a great time. Discover the sights of Fort Lauderdale from the water and discover why they call Fort Lauderdale the "Venice of the Americas." Pack a cooler with snacks and drinks, and pedal your way through Fort Lauderdale’s waterways, admire views of beautiful mansions and yachts along the shore.

The Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Night Tour

7. The Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Night Tour

Join the action at Sawgrass on this thrilling 60-minute night-time airboat ride deep into The Everglades. Experience the nocturnal side of this vibrant ecosystem. You will board a powerful airboat deep in the night to seek out Florida's legendary reptile, the American Alligator. Sneak through The Everglades as you experience the thrill of this eco-system's abundant wildlife and explore the sights and sounds of nocturnal giants. Discover the mysteries of this rich river as you search for the telltale red glow from the eyes of these amazing predators. Slide over the sawgrass and cattails at an excess of 35 miles per hour and take in the wonderful array of flora and fauna.

Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Sport Fishing Shared Charter

8. Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Sport Fishing Shared Charter

Come out fishing on an exciting half-day sport fishing charter. Enjoy the companionship as you share the boat with a couple of anglers, with a maximum of 6 persons fishing on this trip. You will fish 1-3 miles off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, trolling the reefs, deep dropping around the shipwrecks, and live baiting on the edge of the Gulf Stream current. Here you can catch tuna, dolphin, wahoo, sailfish, sharks, amberjack, barracuda, grouper, and more. This half-day fishing charter will target whatever is biting best on that day to make sure that everyone catches the most fish possible. With only a few persons aboard, you can experience a very one-on-one trip with the captain and mate. No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided for you. Just bring your sunglasses, hat, and a little luck, and get ready to catch some of the biggest species in South Florida.

From Miami: Everglades Airboat Ride and Nature Walk

9. From Miami: Everglades Airboat Ride and Nature Walk

Benefit from pickup at your hotel or other location in the Greater Fort Lauderdale and Miami-Dade County area, and then travel by brand new sprinter-style vehicle to Everglades National Park. Appreciate the natural beauty of the area, and learn about its ecological importance. Join a naturalist guide on a walk in Everglades National Park and learn about the different ecosystems of the park. Walk through a tropical hardwood hammock to admire the mature trees and beautiful plants and wildlife. Then, drive to the launch site of your 1-hour airboat ride, and glide through the grasses to see wild alligators up close in their natural environment. Visit an historic Miccosukee Indian village, exclusive to the airboat company, and learn about their special customs and way of life. Head back to your hotel at the end of your exhilarating airboat tour, better acquainted with the real Florida.

Sawgrass Park: Private 1-Hour Airboat Adventure Tour

10. Sawgrass Park: Private 1-Hour Airboat Adventure Tour

Embark on a 60-minute airboat tour of the Everglades and get to see all the wildlife, flora, and fauna of this incredible ecosystem. During this tour, which is guided by an experienced Everglades captain, listen to tales of how the Seminole and panther once coexisted in the lush Everglades wilderness. Learn a wealth of other facts and information about the region. As well as catching a glimpse of endangered wildlife as you skim across the water, all airboat ticket purchases automatically include entrance into the Alligator and Reptile exhibit where you can catch educational presentations and even get up close to a baby alligator and touch its unique skin. Choose how you would like to experience the Everglades. The Day Time tour explores this unique ecosystem in full daylight, perfect for getting clear views of the diverse wildlife. The Night Tour travels the dark river to seek out the sights and sounds of various creatures including the nocturnal alligator, distinguishable only by its glowing red eyes.

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What people are saying about Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 40 reviews

Totally enjoyed our airboat ride. Our guide was very informative and we got to see an alligator up close. We also got to touch a baby alligator and the handler was so nice to all the children who were waiting for their turn. All around was a great experience.

This is the perfect day trip to Miami! Loved this company, everything was great. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get down to Miami for the day.

It was great and informative, our Tour Guide was Disco he was awesome‼️‼️‼️ Also try the Alligator Bites at the food van

Great trip around the Everglades. Transport was good and guides knowledgeable. Drinks and snacks provided too.

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Zach was incredible. Very knowledgeable with a great personality.