Top Fort Lauderdale Bird Watching

Make sure you tick off the most important highlights of the Everglades with an experienced guide in the lead when you book this Everglades airboat tour. Race through the River of Grass listening to in-depth commentary on the local environment and wildlife. Plus, round-trip transport from Fort Lauderdale is provided for a stress-free adventure.

Explore Fort Lauderdale’s underwater world—without doing snorkeling location research beforehand—with this convenient guided tour. No need to worry about organizing equipment hire, as snorkeling gear is provided, and a guide takes the lead to show you where to find beautiful coral reefs and abundant marine life. Fish you might spot along the way include angelfish, tangs, and butterflyfish.

This Fort Lauderdale half-day trip is an excellent introduction to deep sea fishing. Cruise past the mansions on "Millionaire’s Row" on the way to the first line-in spot, then get ready to reel. Mates are on hand at all times to offer tips and help with baiting. Back at the marina, they’ll also clean your fish and offer suggestions of local restaurants that will prepare your catch.

Spend your day trolling for big game fish on a shared fishing charter from Fort Lauderdale. Secure your spot to avoid the expense of paying for a private boat and meet other anglers. Head out to the Atlantic in search of mahi-mahi, tuna, sailfish, game sharks, and many more. At the end of your tour, your crew can clean up your catch for you to enjoy your next meal.

Escape to the wilderness of Florida's Everglades on this guided, full-day adventure from Fort Lauderdale. This exciting small-group tour includes an airboat ride through Everglades National Park, a drive through Big Cypress National Preserve, a nature walk through a cypress forest, and a scenic boat ride through the 10,000 islands of Everglades National Park in search of a variety of wildlife. Lunch is provided and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included at select Fort Lauderdale area locations.

Explore the natural beauty of Fort Lauderdale’s Island City during a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) tour. Glide through the mangroves, catch sight of marine wildlife, and enjoy unobstructed views of Wilton Manors from the water. Your SUP tour includes a paddleboard, safety equipment, and a brief training session. Plus, choose from morning or afternoon times to easily fit this activity into your schedule.

With more than 500 different species of fish and stunning coral reefs residing just off the shores of Fort Lauderdale, you’ll want to spend all day exploring the water off of Fort Lauderdale’s shores. Join a guide for this private snorkeling tour in South Florida. Walk from the sand into the water as your guide gets you comfortable using the snorkeling equipment. Dive in and explore some of the guide’s favorite snorkeling spots at a relaxed pace.

Coconut Cove was once a mangrove and buttonwood swamp until the late 1920's, when the U.S. Army Corp. of engineers was granted permission to deposit the fill while dredging the Intracoastal. The fill caused the swamp to perish, which prompted Mr. Bartlett to plant rows of Coconut Palms where the current Bonnet House parking lot exists. The property is a blend of native and exotic flora including a desert garden, Orchid House, Shell Museum, Fruit Groves, Freshwater Slough, Wild Coffee, Silver Palms, Coontie Plants shaded by Gumbo Limbo, Seagrapes, Sabal Palms, and Paradise Trees to name just a few splendors in addition to the 1920 Bonnet House Museum with it's incredible architecture built around a Fountain Garden and displaying art, sculptures, and collectibles from all over the world. It is truly the last of Old Florida in the present day and a celebration of the protected history and the legacy of Frederic Clay and Evelyn Barlett's vision and talent.

Soar above Miami and access aerial views that you wouldn’t see otherwise with this private plane ride. Fly over Miami’s beaches, and get great views of city highlights—such as its cultural centers, shopping malls, and financial centers. As well as being a fun experience, it’s a great way to discover the city’s key points of interest, and headsets are provided so you can hear the pilot.