Add dates

Fort LauderdaleWater activities

Our most recommended Fort Lauderdale Water activities

Everglades: Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

1. 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: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

2. 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.

From Miami: Everglades Airboat Ride and Nature Walk

3. 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.

Hollywood, FL: 4-Hour Drift Fishing Excursion

4. Hollywood, FL: 4-Hour Drift Fishing Excursion

On our drift fishing trips (8:30AM-12:30PM / 1:30PM-5:30PM) we load the boat with top-of-the-line tackle, bait (squid, ballyhoo, sardines) and head 1-2 miles offshore anywhere from 70-150 ft of water on the reefs. Once lines hit the water, expect to catch: Snapper, Group, Trigger Fish, Grunts, Amberjacks, King Mackerel. If you're lucky enough, you might even hook a Sailfish. Fishing in Fort Lauderdale is seasonal, every 2 3 months a different set of fish species migrates to our waters. For a small fee, we provide all gear including fishing rods, bait, tackle, ice, captain and a mate. We are able to clean your catch and bag it with ice at the end of the trip. Recently-upgraded and beautiful 65 Drift Boat, the Lois Ann, with the latest electronics and gear to give you the best chance to catch fish. You wont find a better boat for comfort and fishability! Fully-Air Conditioned Cabin with clean bathroom on board. All Ages and Experience levels We are kid-friendly! No Experience Needed. Friendly and Professional Crew, you won't find a crew who enjoys fishing more than ours. We love to show off our tips and tricks.

From Fort Lauderdale: Freeport Bahamas Day Cruise

5. From Fort Lauderdale: Freeport Bahamas Day Cruise

Take advantage of Miami's proximity to the Bahamas and enjoy a day trip to this tropical paradise. Sunbathe on golden sandy beaches, snorkel in the crystal clear waters, or swim with the pigs. Go shopping and enjoy the resorts, then hop back on the boat and return to Florida the same day. Board your boat at Fort Lauderdale to begin your cruise to the Bahamas. Then, arrive at Freeport and begin your day. Choose to chill out on the beaches in the Lucaya district. Next, discover the many resorts with family and friends and go shopping in the many great shops nearby. Afterward, go snorkeling at Deadman's Reef, famous for coral, turtles, and colorful fish. Decide to go to Lucayan National Park to explore the underwater caves. Go kayaking in the ocean if you want, or spend your time hiking on the nature trails. Finally, return to Florida the same day.

From Fort Lauderdale: Bahamas Full-Day Trip by Ferry

6. From Fort Lauderdale: Bahamas Full-Day Trip by Ferry

Located just 80 km off the coast of Florida in the middle of the mysterious Bermuda triangle, The Bahamas consists of more than 700 islands. Grand Bahama is home to Crystal Beach, which is known for pigs living on it. Don't miss the chance to visit Crystal Beach during the optional tour offered at a surcharge on the ferry. The Bahamas are known for its small tropical islands, white sandy beaches, and warm, turquoise waters. Some of the top-rated beaches in the world are located in this stunning archipelago. Take advantage of your Florida getaway to explore the Bahamas during this day trip by ferry. Depart in the morning from the port, enjoy ca. 3 hours on the air conditioned ferry with a guaranteed seat before you arrive the island of Grand Bahama. The ferry is equipped with comfortable seats, restrooms, and a snack bar for a light bite. Select from a variety of optional activities on the island at surcharge or discover the island and its beaches on your own. At an additional cost, you can also rent beach chairs and enjoy water sports activities like snorkeling, jet skiing, parasailing and banana boating. Enjoy the afternoon on the island before you return to Florida by ferry. The Bahamas are known for its small tropical islands, white sandy beaches, and warm, turquoise waters. Some of the top-rated beaches in the world are located in this stunning archipelago. Take advantage of your Florida getaway to explore the Bahamas during this day trip by ferry.

Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Sport Fishing Shared Charter

7. 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.

Sawgrass Park: Private 1-Hour Airboat Adventure Tour

8. 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.

From Fort Lauderdale: Key West and Glass Bottom Boat

9. From Fort Lauderdale: Key West and Glass Bottom Boat

See Key West - the southernmost city in the US - by land and sea. Soak in the Caribbean atmosphere as you explore its many shops and restaurants before taking a boat ride to the third largest reef. Through the boat's glass bottom you can marvel at the colorful fish and corals. We'll cross 42 bridges and hop 32 islands before reaching Key West. Here street artists, outdoor cafes, and restaurants are waiting to enchant you. After you have explored Key West on your own, we will take you on a three-hour glass bottom boat ride to the coral reef, just off Key West. It is is the third largest reef in the world and home to a variety of plants and animals. You will marvel at the brilliant colors of the fish and the coral formations on this enchanting boat tour.

The Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Night Tour

10. 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.

23 activities found
Sort by:
Page 1 of 2

Immersive experiences

Frequently asked questions about Fort Lauderdale Water activities

What are other things to do than Water activities that are worth visiting in Fort Lauderdale?

The other unmissable things to do in Fort Lauderdale are:

Other Sightseeing Options in Fort Lauderdale

Want to discover all there is to do in Fort Lauderdale? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about Fort Lauderdale

It was a cold and rainy day, but we still had a great time and saw lots of animals and birds. Julio, our guide, was very knowledgeable, accommodating and caring! The boat guides were fantastic as well and made sure we all had a chance to observe the animals - we saw a lot of dolphins, as well as white and brown pelicans, and even saw a spoonbill.

Fantastic airboat ride through the Everglades! Daniel was an amazing guide - he knew all of the best places to see alligators (we saw 8-10 of them up close), and he was knowledgeable in answering our many questions about the Everglades. I went with my husband and adult children - we all loved it and would highly recommend it!

Captain Will and Chris were AWESOME very entertaining and informative. On top of catching a 55 inch Amberjack The experience was once in a lifetime!! We will be back in the spring, can’t wait till the next adventure with Captain Will and Chris!!

We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. From the start til the end, it never got boring. Mark was an excellent guide who imparted good information about what we saw and experienced.

this is my 2nd ride in 4 months. i enjoyed both and gets better based on the diversity of the guide.