USA · FORT LAUDERDALE TOURS
The 15 best fort lauderdale tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride the Carrie B paddlewheeler in Fort Lauderdale. See yachts, mansions, and Port Everglades on a narrated Venice of America cruise.
“We are from California, and at a convention. We had a few free hours and were looking for something to do to see parts of Fort Lauderdale. This cruise was great, very informative, relaxing, and we had a great time.”
Narrated 60-minute Everglades airboat near Fort Lauderdale. See alligators, enjoy a free group photo, and free parking.
“I thought that we would be airboat riding and going fast but there was more trolling and listening to the driver speech about Everglades. Was not what I expected”
Everglades Sawgrass Park day airboat tour with a live guide, wildlife sightings, and reptile exhibits including touch time with a baby alligator.
“We had the most amazing tour guide Captain Disco! He made the tour very fun and informative. We can picture him on tik tok make videos and bringing even more visitors. He had a great personality and boating skills. Thanks so much”
Speed through the Everglades on a 40-minute airboat ride, then visit Sawgrass Recreation Park’s alligator and reptile exhibits in about 2 hours.
“Air boat ride was great. The staff in gift shop was great. The rest of the staff was not very informative. The animal show was not very good or informative.”
Jungle Queen offers a narrated 90-minute cruise on Fort Lauderdale’s New River, seeing Millionaire’s Row mansions and mega yachts.
“Enjoyed it very much. The tour guide was well informed and very funny. The line for the bar was slow though.”
Join a 1-hour interactive pirate cruise on Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal, with water cannons, pirate games, certificates, and fun for all ages.
“Great experience! Very entertaining and the kids had a blast. Highly recommended! We would definitely come back”
Jungle Queen BBQ dinner cruise on Fort Lauderdale's New River: narrated views, all-you-can-eat ribs and chicken, and a Polynesian show.
“Great experience, the show was amazing. My boys said the food was okay, nothing great, they aren’t able to accommodate dietary restrictions. So if your vegetarian there’s no options. I had to eat after. The host and tour guide were great and informative.”
Glide Fort Lauderdale on a small-group Segway tour with training, helmets, and waterfront views from the Riverwalk to Port Everglades.
“Became a good Segway operator within 10 minutes, and got to practice my new skills 20 more minutes before heading out for the tour with no difficulties.”
2-hour Fort Lauderdale evening party cruise past Las Olas and Port Everglades. Bring your own drinks, enjoy music, see sunset skyline.
“Fun activity. Arrive early to find it can be a little tricky finding parking lot, but there is plenty of parking”
VIP Everglades airboat tour with Fort Lauderdale and Miami transportation, live wildlife narration, and a free group photo for about 4 hours.
“Our driver was right on time. He gave information on the park on the way there. We had an excellent airboat ride and saw so many alligators. Even two babies. Lots of birds and had a informative alligator demonstration”
Two-hour Fort Lauderdale champagne catamaran cruise passing Millionaires Row and Port Everglades for an Atlantic sunset.
“Perfect ride from inlet to ocean and back! Loved the time spent and informative narration of Fort Lauderdale.”
Master naturalist-led Everglades day trip from Fort Lauderdale with River of Grass airboat, Big Cypress hike, and 10,000 Islands cruise.
“The tour was everything I hoped it would be. Lindsay was a great guide and everything worked out fantastically.”
Half-day drift fishing off Fort Lauderdale for snapper and grouper. Gear, licenses and fish cleaning included. Morning, afternoon, evening.
“windy day, high seas..I called to cancel, as I had only reserved the day prior, and got phone message. Since we had paid and could not confirm cancellation, we decided to try it anyhow, since we had to consider drive time .... Many were sick and it was too rough to move around at all...A long 4 hours!!”
Glide on a Seabob through Fort Lauderdale reefs on a 90-minute small-group tour with snorkeling, sea turtles, and optional photo add-ons.
“My wife and I had a wonderful experience! This was our first attempt at the Seabob snorkeling experience and we had an absolute blast! Our guide, Chris, was amazing! He explained everything to us, kept us informed when boats were around and made it fun. I would recommend that you make sure that your harness is at the right length so that the Seabob does its job and allows your arms to rest. Otherwise your arms will get tired! I’m really looking forward to doing this again! If you are with Chris, you’ll really enjoy it!”
Private Everglades airboat ride from Weston with an alligator and reptile exhibit, plus Glades viewing, mining, and park fun at Sawgrass.
“We had a private tour with Captain Jack. The experience was rich with detail of the ecological system of the Everglades. Captain Jack led the way to allow to see not only the alligators but most of the residents of the park. The airboat ride was amazing too! We also had a chance to see the displays and pet a baby alligator! Highly recommended!”
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