Take it to the water.
Delight in an Intracoastal Waterway cruise, where you'll see eye-popping mansions along Millionaire's Row, the mega-yachts of the rich and famous and private islands. From popular cruises like the Jungle Queen Riverboat and Riverfront Cruises, to intimate gondola rides, to Water Taxi -- taxi cabs in the water! -- to kayak tours for an up close and personalized look at Greater Fort Lauderdale's flora and fauna.
Print PageALOHA WATERSPORTS
- 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-7245
- Located at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Daily 9am-5pm. Wave Runners $65-$75, Parasailing $75-$190, Water Playground $20-$50, Hobie Cat Catamarans $70-$125, Boogie Boards $10-$20, Surf Boards $25-$50, Water Weenie Rides $20, Metal Detectors $20-$25, Sport Fishing $650, Speed Boat $50-$90, Scuba/Snorkel call for pricing.
CARRIE B. CRUISES
- 440 North New River Drive East, Fort Lauderdale, 954-768-9920
- Offering three daily sightseeing cruises at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm, each lasting 90 minutes. See yachts and homes of the rich and famous and cruise ships from around the world in Port Everglades. Stroll around the Sun Deck, seating outside under a canopy or enjoy air conditioned comfort on the main deck. The boat is Coast Guard certified for up to 300 passengers, no reservations required. Entertaining and informative live narration from your Captain. Adults $19.95, children under 12 $12.95.
CATAMARAN CHARTERS BY TROPICAL SAILING
- 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-579-8181
- Champagne sunset cruises, half day island getaway and beach adventure (full menu lunch included), 2-hour Intracoastal mansion and ocean sightseeing cruise, dinner cruise. Private group charters, snorkeling and gourmet catering available. 10am-7pm, 3 trips daily, 365 days a year. From $30 for adults.
CELEBRATION CRUISE LINE
- Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, 800-520-2410
- Two night cruises with departures from Port Everglades, every Mon and Wed and three-night weekend cruises with departures every Fri aboard the Bahamas Celebration to Nassau Paradise Island, Bahamas. Combine with your Fort Lauderdale stay for the perfect vacation.
CLUB NAUTICO BOAT RENTALS
- Fort Lauderdale, 954-784-7868
- Dive, snorkel, cruise the Intracoastal or fish for the big one off shore. Captain your own boat from 21-foot ski boats, 24 center consoles for fishing or cruising, or try our 30-foot twin engine Scarab Sport. Ocean use permitted. Fishing and skiing equipment available. Surprisingly affordable. Nice, clean boats.
FORT LAUDERDALE DUCK TOURS
- 17 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. (Across from BeachPlace), Fort Lauderdale, 954-761-4002
- Amphibious duck tours, the eye opening tour lasts 1 ½ hours and is narrated by entertaining tour guides. Cruise both land and sea including the landmark Fort Lauderdale strip, quaint Las Olas Boulevard, historical districts and the mansions and yachts dotting Millionaire's Row. Daily 10am-6pm. Adults $30, seniors $26, children $16, under 3 free.
FULL MOON KAYAK
- Fort Lauderdale, 954-328-5231
- A great way to get close to nature. Plan a 2 hour guided tour and enjoy the calm waters on a single or tandem kayak. Open 7 days a week. Day or night time trips. Large groups welcome. Self-guided trips and kayak classes available. Ask about monthly Full Moon kayak tour dates.
JUNGLE QUEEN RIVERBOAT
- 801 Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. (A1A), Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-5596
- American, $$
- Open: Departs Daily 6pm
- World Famous BBQ & Shrimp Dinner Cruise. Sail to their tropical isle for an "All You Can Eat" dinner of ribs, chicken, shrimp with all the trimmings followed by a hilarious variety show. Daily three hour fully narrated sightseeing cruises of the historic New River, Millionaire's Row, with a stop-off at their tropical isle to see rare birds, monkeys and alligator exhibition.
- Average Dining Cost: Adults $39.95, Children (12 & under) $21.75
LAS OLAS GONDOLA
- Fort Lauderdale, 954-243-9618
- Authentic gondola tours for history enthusiasts and romantics alike. Imported Venetian gondolas for hire in the heart of the "Venice of America." Tours are always private. Call for reservations, rates, hours and pick-up locations.
LAUDERDALE WATER LIMO
- 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-527-2217
- The WaterLimo is an exclusive service catering to the demanding expectations of discriminating visitors to Fort Lauderdale & South Florida. It provides a private means of transportation and sightseeing that is guaranteed to be unique and memorable. Itineraries can be customized or spontaneous to meet the interests and whims of each guest. You can board the WaterLimo at its homeport in the heart of the Fort Lauderdale beach district, or you can have it come to you at your residence, resort, hotel, guest house, marina, or at any point on the water near by.
RIVERFRONT CRUISES & ANTICIPATION YACHTS
- Las Olas Riverfront, Downtown, Fort Lauderdale, 954-463-3440
- Located right in the heart of Las Olas Riverfront. Their modern, elegant yachts offer the utmost in comfort in their new and completely redesigned interior, panoramic views and air-conditioned salons. Enjoy light snacks and drinks from the bar as you enjoy cruising along Florida's beautiful Gold Coast. Breathtaking views will be yours to see along the New River, the Intracoastal Waterway and Port Everglades. Adults $20, juniors (4-16) $10, seniors $18, children (4 & under) free. Departure Times: 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm & 5pm 7 days a week (rain or shine).
SEA EXPERIENCE SCUBA DIVING, GLASSBOTTOM & SNORKEL ADVENTURES
- 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6000
- Glass bottom, snorkel and scuba diving trips. Try the Discover Scuba Diving, a 4 hour class and go scuba diving the same day. Visit the underwater beauty of natural reefs. View through the glass bottom or get up close and personal snorkeling with the tropical fish. An experienced staff helps beginners and seasoned snorkelers in every aspect of their tour. Great family fun and an educational eco-tour. Two trips daily (three trips during peak times), seven days a week; also offering private charters. Two tank scuba trips also offered daily.
WATER FANTASEAS YACHT CHARTERS
- 2400 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-1234
- Luxury yacht charters. Motor yachts, mega yachts, party vessels, power speed boats, sailing vessels and luxury sport fishing boats. Half/Full Day/Term charters.
WATER TAXI
- 1881 S.E. 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6677
- Enjoy a leisurely cruise with Water Taxi along Fort Lauderdale's world-famous waterways that have earned the city the nickname "The Venice of America." Come to the beach, shop and dine on Las Olas Boulevard and see the cruise ship at Port Everglades. All day pass $13. Eleven stops 9am-midnight.
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