Top Fort Lauderdale Day Trips

Experience Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, Florida aboard a narrated water taxi that grants you access to 20 stops. Discover historic landmarks like the Stranahan House and vibrant hubs like Las Olas Boulevard. Enjoy waterfront dining at 15th Street Fisheries, explore the elegant Hilton Marina, cruise by Bahia Mar and the International Swimming Hall of Fame, and much more.

Escape to the Florida Everglades for this airboat adventure and wildlife encounter at Sawgrass Recreation Park. This exciting airboat ride is a great way to experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour while looking for wildlife like alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This guided tour includes entrance to Sawgrass Recreation Park and an admission ticket to the animal exhibit and a guided airboat tour.

Harken back to yesteryear on a fun Fort Lauderdale sightseeing cruise aboard the Carrie B paddlewheeler. Sail past the "yachts and homes of the rich and famous" along the New River and Intracoastal Waterway in Port Everglades. Spend time on the open sun deck or sit outside under a canopy or in air-conditioned comfort on the main deck. The captain narrates the tour. Full bar service and light snacks are available to purchase.

Travel from Fort Lauderdale to Key West with ease on this full-day tour. Drive across the famous 7 Mile Bridge straddling the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean on your ride into the Keys, and then explore the island on your own or get out on the water with optional activities that you can add upon booking, including snorkeling, trolley, and a glass-bottom boat tour.

Escape to Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale for a 1-Hour Narrated Airboat Tour . This adventure is a great way to experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour while looking for alligators, wading birds and an abundance of flora and fauna in their natural habitats.

Zip over to the Bahamas for the day on this tour from Fort Lauderdale by boat. Step aboard a boat in metropolitan Florida and enjoy the scenery on the 49-mile (79-kilometer) journey, landing on Bimini to relax at the Hilton Beach Club. Have the option to purchase a pass that gives you access to all of the hotel's amenities; you can book for water sports at your own expense.

Explore the real Everglades with a master naturalist on this full-day adventure. Enjoy a Ten Thousand Islands boat tour to spot birds, manatees, and dolphins; and a master-naturalist-led dry nature hike in Big Cypress National Preserve. Also included are a 1-hour airboat ride far from land into the River of Grass; a visit to a Native tree island village only accessible via boat; time at a historical trading post, and lunch.

Enjoy the Caribbean vibe of Key West on this day trip from Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy comfortable round-trip bus transportation to this historic island city and wander at will, or choose from a variety of tour upgrades. Add a 90-minute Conch Tour Train or a hop-on hop-off trolley tour to see all the attractions. Or get out on the water and select from a 3-hour snorkelling adventure, a 2-hour glass-bottom boat cruise or a 15-minute parasailing ride. Pickup and drop-off from Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport and Cruise Port Hotel included.

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.

The subtropical wetlands of the Everglades—roughly 30 miles (48 kilometers) west of Miami—is known for its abundance of wildlife—including crocodiles and alligators. With this high-speed airboat ride, enjoy a safe and eco-friendly way to explore this unique ecosystem up-close. Benefit from the luxury of having a captain to drive the boat, and discover educational trails along the way to learn more about the local area.

More than just a chance to catch bass, this Florida Everglades fishing trip introduces you to one of Florida’s top natural attractions with the help of a naturalist guide. Learn about the River of Grass as you sail through it with your group, stopping at known fishing locations along the way. This tour even includes all equipment so you don’t need to rent or buy anything extra.

Explore Miami - The Magic City from Fort Lauderdale with our fun and friendly local guides who will take you to witness the best views and learn about the city’s history, while immersing yourself in its Latin-American influences and beautiful white-sand beaches. There is no better way to experience the city than our best small group tours (max. 7 guests). Enjoy the top attractions and visitor experiences while avoiding long lines and wait times, with our fully guided and narrated tours with all attraction admission fees included along with complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Downtown Fort Lauderdale in the comfort of one of our complimentary vehicles.

Go deep into Big Cypress National Preserve on a small-group wet walk led by a Florida Master Naturalist, then take an hourlong boat trip through the Ten Thousand Islands of Everglades National Park to identify plants and animals like rare orchids, bromeliads, manatees, dolphins, and the many birds that thrive in Florida’s vast swamps. Also embark on a 1-hour airboat trip way out in the real Everglades, with stops at Native American tree island villages. Lunch and other eco and cultural experiences are also included.

Wild Lime Adventures provides the only tour that combines an airboat ride in the Everglades with a tour of Little Havana. Two exciting activities in a part day! Enjoy both of these iconic South Florida spots and still have time to go to the beach! We will start our day with a narrated scenic drive to the Everglades. Your guide will identify the local flora and fauna and will inform you about the history of the Everglades and the current challenges facing this unique ecosystem. You will then take a 60 minute airboat ride out on the Miccosukke Indian reservation. You will learn all about their history and culture and will be able to explore a native tree island village. We only use small personalized airboats. NO cattle call airboats! After time in the "Glades, we will depart for Little Havana. Your guide will share the special history of the Cuban exile community. Take a behind the scenes tour of a cigar shop and enjoy some special Cuban treats. You will have an hour of free time here.

Freeport experiences typical Caribbean climate. As such it hosts a variety of different ecosystems. Starting with forests, nature parks, underwater cave systems, mangroves, picturesque white sandy beaches. And the sea which is home to some of the best coral reefs in the world. The reefs in turn are home to a variety of different sea creatures.The island is also not devoid of animal and plant life, and hosts over 370 species of birds. There are colored lizards, raccoons and other small island animals too.With all this beauty it’s no wonder there is so much fun and adventure to be had at this port and so little time, to have it in

There are plenty of boat tours in Miami, but this experience allows you to avoid the crowds and head out into the water with just your group and a private captain. Have complete control of the itinerary and choose where you want to go—potential options include Key Biscayne, or one of the area’s popular sandbars.

Go fishing in the Everglades with a local guide on this excursion. After boarding a bass boat, cruise to the best location in the area, handpicked by your guide. Once there, learn the proper skills and use the provided equipment to attempt to catch some fish. The boats have coolers on board and have plenty of space to bring your own lunch.

Picture this perfect day trip from Brightline to Miami: You kick off the adventure by hopping on the sleek and comfy Brightline train, where you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic ride to the Magic City. Once in Miami, your day kicks into high gear with a boat tour along Biscayne Bay, cruising past iconic spots like Star Island and Millionaire's Row. The real charm comes alive when you jump on a double-decker bus, riding high with open-air views of South Beach, Little Havana, and more. Feel free to hop on and off at different stops, soaking in the vibes of each neighborhood. And, of course, no Miami trip is complete without indulging in the city's diverse food scene – be it Cuban delights in Little Havana or fresh seafood by the waterfront. As the sun sets, board the Brightline for your return journey, with memories of a day packed with Miami's unique blend of culture, scenery, and flavors.

Enjoy big game fishing off the Florida coast with a half-day small-group tour that costs much less than a similar private charter. Go trolling, live bait fishing, and wreck fishing in search of target species like tuna, bonita, amberjack, white marlin, sailfish, and more. For parties of one to three people, sharing the boat allows you to save money with the same itinerary as a private charter.

Even if you don't have the time to explore the Bahamas, you can still soak up the sun on the island of Bimini on this day tour from Miami. You'll get picked up from your hotel, board the ferry, and be transported to Bimini Big Game Resort and Marina where you can spend your day as you please.

This Fort Lauderdale fishing charter takes you away from the city and out on the open ocean for a day of offshore fishing. Your captain takes you to spots where you have a good chance of catching grouper, snapper, tuna, and more—equipment and fishing instructions for beginners to advanced anglers are included. Going with a guide also means you don’t have to learn all of the laws regarding legal catch; you can just enjoy the cleaned and prepared fish your captain tells you are okay to take home.

Welcome to the Immersive Everglades Tour, where we will unravel the many wonders this National Park has to offer. You will have the chance to get a close-up view of these incredible creatures to learn about their qualities and behaviors. We’ll take you on a private nature walk. Our Expert Guide will point out the different species including; alligators, fish, turtles, and a wide variety of birds. After the hike, we will take you on a private airboat ride through the Everglades. Our airboat will take you deep into this one-of-a-kind ecosystem and discover the unique landscape, wildlife, and history. where you can take in the stunning beauty of the area from a unique perspective.

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