FORT LAUDERDALE
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The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours in Fort Lauderdale. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Hop on and off Fort Lauderdale’s water taxis all day, with live commentary and stops from Las Olas to Hollywood Beach, plus scenic night rides.
“The water taxi is a great way to spend the day. It’s great to use at night with all the lights. Commentary is really interesting. Definitely recommend seeing Hollywood. Thank you for a great adventure!”
A 90-minute narrated Jungle Queen cruise on Fort Lauderdale’s New River, passing Millionaire’s Row yachts. Food and drinks available, from $31.
“Mason was very good. He told many good stories and jokes. Tour of houses was interesting. Information about the cruise ships could have been more interesting.”
A 1-hour interactive Pirate Adventure Cruise on Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway with water cannons, pirate talk, and take-home loot.
“You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great. You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great. You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great.”
Fort Lauderdale Jungle Queen cruise with BBQ dinner, narrated New River sights, and a laugh-out-loud Polynesian variety show.
“Everything is as described worth the money the cruise was my favorite of all. Wish we could have saw more.”
BYOB sunset party boat cruise through Fort Lauderdale, Port Everglades, and Las Olas Boulevard. 2 hours, coolers, music, great views.
“It was fun and informative. Highly recommend it. Beautiful houses and relaxing experience. Ryan and Mike were amazing.”
Fort Lauderdale sunset catamaran with Millionaires Row views, Port Everglades sights, and a free champagne glass. Two-hour cruise.
“The cruise was very relaxing and informative, guided by shipmate Justin and Captain Jim. Great views of mansions and narration while heading out to sea. The cruise was motorized until we reached the sea, then sails went up and it was a very peaceful, calm ride. Great views toward the city and the sunset. I…”
Drive your own mini powerboat in Fort Lauderdale for an hour, with easy setup, clear instruction, and yacht-and-mansion canal views.
“Just a great experience all the way from customer service being very informative with trip. The sights were gorgeous from the water. Great time!”
Island Time party boat in Fort Lauderdale: 2 hours, BYOB, floats plus a sandbar swim, and yacht-and-port views from the water.
“The 4 of us had the best time on the boat. We booked this last minute and it was well worth it. Ross and Damien were funny and great tour guides. The swimming portion was great on the sandbar and they had floats attached to the boat. You’re able to bring your own drinks and…”
A small private Fort Lauderdale sailing charter with Captain Dan, downtown water views, Atlantic sailing, and an easy BYO picnic plan.
“Absolutely fun and fabulous! A must for anyone that wants to enjoy the stunning landscape of the Fort Lauderdale waterways, the sunshine, and the Atlantic. Captain Dan and his wife were very welcoming and made the trip lots of fun! Would definitely put this on your “to do” list!”
A 75-minute Fort Lauderdale boat cruise past Millionaire’s Row with complimentary drinks and live narration, plus views of Port Everglades.
“Great getting around and seeing all the houses. Crew were great”
