Top Fort Lauderdale Outdoor Activities

End your perfect Fort Lauderdale day with the Sea Rocket Sunset Cruise, a 75-minute journey combining stunning scenery, ocean adventure, and one of Florida's most breathtaking sunsets. Glide along the Intracoastal Waterway past Millionaires' Row mansions, celebrity homes, and spectacular mega-yachts while your captain shares stories about the "Venice of America." Watch the sky transform into brilliant shades as you sip cocktails or cold beers from our full-service bar. The Fort Lauderdale skyline and twinkling yacht lights create the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening or memorable family outing. Our professional crew keeps the vibe lively with upbeat music and entertaining narration while you watch for dolphins playing in the golden light. This is the only ocean sunset cruise in Fort Lauderdale, offering views you simply cannot get from shore. Whether you're celebrating something special or just chasing that perfect sunset photo, Sea Rocket delivers pure South Florida magic!

Explore the Florida Everglades on an 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 water at high speeds while looking for alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This guided tour includes admission to Sawgrass Recreation Park, a ticket to the alligator and reptile exhibit, and a guided airboat tour.

Get more out of your time in Fort Lauderdale with a tour that reveals the beauty of the underwater world. Have a chance to see coral reefs and abundant marine life—including angelfish, parrotfish, sea turtles, and eels. Rather than bringing your own equipment, snorkeling gear is provided, and a guide is with you throughout to ensure a safe and worry-free session.

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

See the beauty of Fort Lauderdale from a brand new vantage point with this small-group parasailing adventure over the Atlantic Ocean. The captain assesses the weather and takes you to an area that’s optimal for parasailing. Then, enjoy a worry-free tour with a life vest, harness, and all the equipment you need provided.

Escape to Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale for a 1-Hour (approx.) 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.

Make the most of limited time in Fort Lauderdale with this high-speed adventure along the Intracoastal Waterway. Cover more sights in less time as you pass mega yachts, waterfront mansions, the city skyline, and Port Everglades. Enjoy live narration, upbeat music, and a full onboard bar offering cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks—making it an easy, engaging way to tick off coastal highlights without planning or logistics.

Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s historic New River and enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner on this cruise. Board the Jungle Queen Riverboat and see the luxurious mansions and yachts along Millionaire’s Row, stretching from the Bahia Mar Yachting Center to the Intracoastal Waterway. The cruise travels to a tropical isle for an endless dinner offering barbecue ribs, and chicken with all the trimmings. Then experience a laugh-out-loud variety show to cap off an enjoyable and entertaining evening.

Perfect for those who want to squeeze a lot of sightseeing into a limited amount of time. A fully narrated 90-minute cruise along the New River through Fort Lauderdale will let you soak up such sights as the lavish homes and mega yachts along Millionaire's Row.

Set off on an exhilarating ocean adventure when you ride a jet ski along the waters of Pompano Beach. Launch directly from the beach at 1406 N Ocean Blvd, allowing you to speed off immediately instead of a slow intracoastal ride. Look for marine life, feel the sea spray, and enjoy the waves bouncing under you as you have an unforgettable sea experience.

Cast your line and catch your next meal on a half-day fishing trip from Fort Lauderdale. Offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening, the 4-hour excursion can suit any schedule. Use a provided pole to reel in grouper, porgies, snapper, and more. Bait, tackle, and all other equipment is at your disposal. Your catch is cleaned by the crew, ready to be cooked at home or prepared by a nearby restaurant.

Discover a locals-only snorkeling gem in South Florida on a relaxed, guided snorkeling adventure. After a warm welcome and safety briefing, enjoy an easy swim to vibrant nearshore reefs made up of artificial structures and soft corals, home to diverse marine life including tropical fish, rays, sea turtles, and more. With high-quality equipment, attentive guidance, and plenty of time to explore at your own pace, this experience is ideal for both first-time and confident snorkelers. Unwind afterward by the sea with light refreshments and take home a photo to remember your salty adventure.

Escape to paradise with a day trip to the Bahamas, home to more than 700 stunning islands nestled within the mysterious Bermuda Triangle. Depart from Port Everglades and enjoy a scenic ferry ride to either Bimini Island or Grand Bahama, where you'll spend the day hours soaking up the sun and exploring pristine beaches.

Go for an immersive airboat ride through Everglades National Park—and leave the transit and logistics to someone else—on this half-day tour from Fort Lauderdale. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and meet your driver at your hotel. Then, head for the Everglades: upon arrival, transfer to your boat and zip along the waterways, soaking up the unique scenery and looking out for alligators and wildlife as you go.

Escape to 60 acres of tropical paradise with this admission ticket to Flamingo Gardens Botanical Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary. The gardens boast more than 3,000 species of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical and native plants. The arboretum has some of the largest trees in the entire state of Florida. And the wildlife sanctuary is home to native-Florida animals like alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, panthers, peacocks and, of course, the famous flamingos.

For those who want to go deep-sea fishing but don’t want to charter a boat, secure your spot on this small-group excursion. Board your boat with a handful of people and head out onto the Atlantic Ocean to troll for sailfish, wahoo, mahi-mahi, tuna, and more. This trip is ideal for solo travelers or smaller groups who want to meet other fishing enthusiasts.

This private tour makes discovering Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway effortless. Forget about organizing logistics and enjoy a day where you have your own personal captain. Ideal for families, friends, or even corporate groups—you can pick from different durations and a fully customizable schedule, with optional sandbar stops, and a chance to see grand waterfront mansions.

See Fort Lauderdale from the water with a private yacht charter on a 40-foot yacht for up to 12 passengers. Sit back and let your captain (fee extra) and crew take care of everything as you soak up the sun and scenery. BYOB, with an included cooler stocked with ice and bottled water. Choose from 2-, 4-, or 6-hour charters to fit your schedule.

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.

Fort Lauderdale is a playground for the rich and famous, home to over 2,000 megayachts, stunning waterfront homes, and historic landmarks—making this cruise a great way to see the best of the city. Board a comfortable boat with a spacious viewing deck and cruise the winding waterways while relaxing with a complimentary beer, wine, juice, or soft drink. As you cruise, a local guide will point out historic landmarks, luxury waterfront homes, and impressive megayachts, as Fort Lauderdale is known as the yachting capital of the world. Another highlight is passing cruise ships docked at Port Everglades, one of the world’s busiest cruise ports. By the end of this 90-minute cruise, you’ll enjoy plenty of photo opportunities and a true taste of the rich and famous lifestyle.

This Fort Lauderdale Day/Night Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter is perfect for anyone looking to experience deep sea fishing in just half a day. You’ll cruise past the stunning mansions on "Millionaire’s Row" before dropping your first line and feeling the thrill of the catch. The crew is always there to assist, and when you return, they’ll even clean your fish and recommend great local spots to cook it up fresh.

Explore the Everglades National Park with a naturalist guide, including an airboat ride and a nature walk, on this half-day tour. Learn about the area ecosystems and view alligators and local birdlife. On the smaller air boat, travel way out far from land and become immersed in the culture and remote beauty of the Native way of life, including a stop to a Native tree island village or two. A narrated scenic drive led by the master naturalist and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, or the port in Ft. Lauderdale or Miami included.

Set sail for adventure on this interactive Pirate Adventure Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway. Help find the hidden treasure, learn to talk and dress like a pirate with face painting and temporary tattoos and fend off the attacks of rival pirates with onboard water cannons. Kids receive a pirate certificate and a bag of loot to take home. This tour is great for birthday parties, group field trips, or just to have an entertaining experience on the high seas.