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1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)

Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Fort Lauderdale, USA
Great choice
20+ bookings last month.
  • 1 hour (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· miguelina_p ·
Mar 2026
Great one hour kid experience Not expensive lots of interaction and beautiful view on the water. would do it again
· Danny_B ·
Nov 2025
Great job and great experience for the kids . Crew was focused on the children fun and adventures. Fun and learning experience. Would highly recommend for all ages . Fantastic time the family had .

Overview

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.
  • Keep kids entetained with face painting, lessons in pirate talk and water cannons
  • Views mansions and yachts as you cruise along
  • Choose from multiple depature times to suit your preferences
  • Easy to fit experience into busy vacation schedules

What's Included

  • 1-Hr Pirate Themed Cruise in Dania Beach
  • Interactive Experience including a visit from Pirates!
  • Optional Pirate Themed Stick-On Tattoos before Cruise
  • Family-Friendly Experience with Activities Suitable for Parents and Children
  • Children receive a Pirate Certificate & Treasure Bag after experience
  • Learn how to talk like a pirate, and battle a real pirate with real water cannons
  • Live Narration On Board
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Beverages

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Dania Beach Marina
    151 N Beach Rd, Dania Beach, FL 33004, USA

    Directions: Bluefoot Pirate Adventures Enter Dania Beach Marina Park at the North end as close to the ship as possible Boat is docked at Slip G28

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Why settle for a pirate ship fort when the real thing is right here on the waters in Fort Lauderdale?

Hop on board the pirate ship Bluefoot, a US Coast Guard inspected and certified vessel at the Bahia Mar Beach Resort and Yachting Center in Fort Lauderdale. With Jolly Rogers flags whipping in the breeze, this ship is fully equipped with all the necessary safety and life preserving equipment, so get ready for adventure on the high seas — or in this case, Fort Lauderdale’s beautiful Intracoastal Waterway.

Begin by learning some proper pirate lingo from the US Coast Guard certified crew — Captain Moe, Black Rose, Lady Lilian Red and others — then get into character with face painting and temporary tattoos. Cruise along Fort Lauderdale's coastline, admiring the many mansions and yachts along the way as the crew keeps the children entertained with a treasure hunt.

Kids can use the onboard water cannons to fend off the villainous Barnacle Bill before successfully completing their quest to get an official pirate certificate and a bag of loot to take home.

A variety of cold beverages is available for purchase on board the ship during the cruise.
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Dania Beach

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Restrooms available on board
  • We have a ramp to our dock that provides easy access to our boat for all guests. However, we are unable to accommodate any motorized scooters or chairs while on the boat. We ask that guests please bring non-motorized equipment for the journey itself.
  • You are more than welcome to bring your own drinks on any trip, but please no glass containers on board. The little pirates are going to be fully engaged on their quest for treasure anyway so no food on the ship.
  • During our adventure, we learn to fire real water cannons! Those cannons come in handy when we encounter that mean Barnacle Bill. Barnacle Bill is not a defenseless pirate and will fire back with his own water gun. Kids and adults who engage in the battle or stand in the battle zone (where the cannons are located) should expect to get sprayed. If you do not wish to be sprayed, please take shelter near the captain or in the bow (front) of the ship.
  • IMPORTANT: Please arrive 30 minutes before your voyage is scheduled to depart for getting kids tattooed and dressed up
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 1,495 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great

Stephanie_R, Mar 2026
Great for kids under 10! And relaxing for the parents! Friendly staff and good value for the experience.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you, Stephanie! ⚓🏴‍☠️ We’re so happy the kids had a blast and the parents could relax. Thanks for sailing with us—we hope to see your crew again soon! 🌊

unexpectedly fun

miguelina_p, Mar 2026
Great one hour kid experience Not expensive lots of interaction and beautiful view on the water. would do it again

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you pirate! It was gggrrrrreat having you on board. Aaarrghh!!!

Swashbuckling

Amanda_D, Jan 2026
Very fun watching the children be pirates and even more so if the parents are as interactive and excited as their child especially with the shy children.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Aarrghh! Thank you pirate we had a gggrrreat time with you on board! Hope to see you back soon.

Unfortunate canel

Janet_M, Jan 2026
Trip cancelled due to rain Crew was experienced and kept is safe Children had a good time for 15 mins

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Ahoy Pirate we aarrrghh sorry we had to cancel your trip due to foul weather but as you mention we do prioritize safety above everything else. Unfortunately the weather is unpredictable and out of our control. Since you were not able to reschedule for a different date we did fully reimburse you and hope to have you back on board on your next visit.

great family fun

kayryy, Jan 2026
fantastic crew captian black sparrow was the best. we had a blast so much fun for the kids and parents

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Arrrghh! Thank you pirate. It was ggggrrreat seeing you on board. Aaarrghh!!!

Truly Amazing!!

Renee_R, Jan 2026
My hubby & I took our daughter, son-in-law, & 3 grandkids & had the time of our lives! What an amazing experience with Cpt Black Sparrow & Ruby Red! They were hilarious & interacted with the kids so well! I feel the adults had just as much fun as the kids! I got soaked & couldn't stop laughing!! Our group could not recommend this adventure enough! Thank You so much Cpt Blk Sparrow & the crew!!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Ahoy Pirate! Thanks for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear you all had a good time and hope to see you back on board soon. Have a gggrrreat 2026! Aaarrghh.

Fun for a whole family

Alex_K, Nov 2025
You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great. You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great. You will get wet, lots of fun, the crew is great.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you pirate! Thank you pirate! Thank you pirate! Aaaaaaarrghhh!!!!!

Great adventure

Danny_B, Nov 2025
Great job and great experience for the kids . Crew was focused on the children fun and adventures. Fun and learning experience. Would highly recommend for all ages . Fantastic time the family had .

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you pirate! It was gggrrrrreat having you on board. Aaarrghhh!!!

Mermaid Pls

Dolly_C, Oct 2025
It was fun for young children. If there will be a mermaid to bring the key back, that would be a wow.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Ahoy Dolly! Thanks for your review! ✨ We will try to find a mermaid 🧜‍♀️ but remember they are elusive creatures. Keep yer eyes sharp and your heart open… you never know when one might surface! Aaaaaarrghh!!!

Wonderful Experience

Richelle_L, Jul 2025
My grandson (8) had the best time thanks to Captain Crawfish and Sandy Bones. The interactive play was what made the experience special for the kiddos. Maybe incorporate a splash of a mermaid’s tale to complete the story.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Arrr, that be a mighty fine idea, me hearty! So glad yer young buccaneer had a blast with Cap’n Crawfish and Sandy Bones—they do know how to bring the adventure alive! Adding a sprinkle of mermaid magic to the tale? Aye, that’d be the cherry atop the treasure chest! 🧜‍♀️⚓🏴‍☠️ Cheers fer the clever suggestion!

The captain and crew did...

Camri_B, Jul 2025
The captain and crew did an amazing job! Omari loved them!! If your kid is on the spectrum they will still be able to enjoy themselves!!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

⚓ Aye, that warms our salty hearts! So glad Omari had a blast with the captain and crew—they love makin’ every matey feel welcome aboard, no matter the seas they sail 🌊 Inclusivity be the true treasure here, and we’re honored to bring joy to adventurers of all kinds! Thanks fer sharin’ your story, matey! 🦜

Special memories on the isle

Joanne_T, Jul 2025
The sightseeing narration along the canal was humorous, and the food was as much as you could eat. We enjoyed the owls before the Polynesian dancers. It is definitely something that we would recommend to everyone visiting the Fort Lauderdale.

Exciting 😁 fun!

Donna_I, Jul 2025
Excellent interaction. Great tour boat driver. Kids will get wet as they spray the man in the side boat, as he sprays back. Very fun. Water available for purchase on boat.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

🌊 Aye, sounds like yer crew dove headfirst into fun! Big cheers to our trusty Captain and the splashy skirmish with Barnacle Bill 💦 A bit o’ soak and a whole lot o’ laughter be what makes the voyage truly unforgettable. Glad ye stayed hydrated too—pirate battles be thirsty work! Thanks fer joinin’ the adventure, matey! ⚓️

Amazing Day

Kethsia_F, Jul 2025
My child had an amazing time protecting the boat against other pirate invasion. Enjoy all the activities on board.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

⚔️ Arrr, what a brave little buccaneer ye’ve got! Standin’ guard against pirate invaders and claimin’ victory on the high seas be no small feat 💪 We be thrilled yer wee warrior enjoyed every swashbucklin’ moment aboard—from cannon blasts to treasure hunts 🗺️ Thanks fer sailin’ with us—may ye always chart a course full o’ adventure and mirth 🦜

Arg; the kids loved it!

Jess_P, Jun 2025
It was a refreshing experience with the kids. Everyone had a great time! It was just the right amount of silly.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Arrr, glad to hear ye and yer crew had a grand time on the high seas! A fine balance of adventure and jolly nonsense makes fer the perfect pirate escapade! 🏴‍☠️

Pirate voyage

Ryan_A, Apr 2025
We traveled with captain Black Sparrow and Sandy Bones they were great! This was a fun activity to break up our day since we flew in early for a cruise. Not too long or exhaustive so it was wonderful for little’s

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Arrr, a hearty thanks fer sharin’ yer grand adventure, matey! Captain Black Sparrow and Sandy Bones be fine shipmates, by the sound of it. Glad it made yer day a treasure fer yer crew, big an’ small! 🏴‍☠️⚓

My family and I (a group...

Bryan_F, Apr 2025
My family and I (a group of seven—four adults and three children) just returned from the hour-long pirate excursion. While I’d like to commend the crew for being friendly and accommodating throughout the trip, I wanted to express our disappointment regarding a few missing elements of the experience. Specifically, there were no tattoos or face painting offered, which had been advertised as part of the event and were something our children were especially looking forward to. This absence unfortunately detracted from the overall experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Arrr, matey! We be truly sorry fer the missing tattoos on yer grand adventure. 'Twas advertised as part o’ the journey, and we understand how much yer young buccaneers were lookin’ forward to it. Ye have every right to feel let down, as every swashbucklin’ voyage should be filled with the promised thrills and treasures! This be a grave oversight indeed, and we reckon the scallywag responsible be needin’ to take a long walk off a short plank! May your next adventure be filled with all the piratey wonders ye were promised. We look forward to seeing you back on board. Aaaarrghh⚓️

Great time, kids had a...

Adam_J, Apr 2025
Great time, kids had a blast. The staff was great and the pirate battle and water cannons were a huge hit.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Shiver me timbers! Thank ye for yer kind words, matey! Thrilled to hear yer crew had a grand adventure—may the seas always bring ye back for more swashbucklin’ fun! ⚓️🏴‍☠️

Fun Pirate ship adventure

Twylla_N, Mar 2025
We had a great time! Very fun and interactive for the kids! They entertain the kids while you relax and enjoy the ride!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Arrr, that be the perfect way to set sail—fun for the little buccaneers while the grown seadogs kick back and enjoy the voyage! The crew be mighty pleased that ye had a grand time, and we be raisin’ a toast to more smooth sailin’ ahead! ⚓🏴‍☠️

Amazing! So worth it and...

Devon_W, Mar 2025
Amazing! So worth it and fun as soon as you get in the boat! Black sparrow was great! I want to go again!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Arrr, that be music to a pirate’s ears! Captain Black Sparrow and his crew be mighty pleased that ye had a blast from the very first moment aboard. We’ll be hoistin’ the flag and waitin’ for yer grand return to the high seas! ⚓🏴‍☠️

Highly recommend

Cody_N, Mar 2025
Great experience! Very entertaining and the kids had a blast. Highly recommended! We would definitely come back

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Arrr, that be the spirit of a true adventurer! The crew be mighty pleased that ye and yer young buccaneers had a grand time. We’ll be keepin’ the lanterns lit for yer next voyage! ⚓

swashbuckling experience

Michael_F, Feb 2025
Wonderful, well organized experience that was great for the kids. I would highly recommend. Good job Capt. Black Sparrow and Alligator Al!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Arrr, ye be a fine matey for sharin’ yer kind words! Capt. Black Sparrow and Alligator Al be tippin’ their hats to ye. May yer next adventure be just as grand, with fair winds and bountiful treasure ahead! ⚓

Fun. Kids love it. ...

JOCELYN_A, Feb 2025
Fun. Kids love it. Well planned and executed by the actors. Great music. Captain gave clear safety instructions and were enthusiastic in getting all the kids to join the fun

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Arrr, Jocelyn_A! Thank ye fer sharin' yer review. We're thrilled to hear that the little buccaneers had a blast on the Pirate Cruise! 🏴‍☠️ Fair winds and smooth sailin' to ye and yer crew! Arrr! 🌊🚢

Excellent pirate boat experience!

Deborah_H, Feb 2025
The pirate boat experienced was so well done and our grandchildren 5 and 3 are still talking about it. Even the older kids that were guests on the ship had a great time.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Arrr, thank ye fer sharin' yer splendid review! We're delighted to hear that yer grandchildren and the older kids had a fantastic time on the pirate boat. 🏴‍☠️ Fair winds and joyous sailin' to ye and yer crew! Arrr! 🌊🚢

Awesome Florida Experience!

Bernard_R, Jan 2025
Wow, this was great. These guys went all out and it was the perfect family experience with a young kid.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Ahoy there! Sounds like ye had a fantastic adventure with yer family. Glad to hear it was perfect fer everyone, even the young lad! 🌊⚓️ Arrr!

Wrong info provided

DeCarlos_H, Jan 2025
The experience is a cool thing for the kids BUT the third party(VIATOR) trying to make a buck selling the tickets provided me the wrong information and we were at the wrong location. Needs to be updated. Luckily a local approached me and knew we were waiting for the pirate boat and told me it didn’t leave there anymore. I was using ride sharing to get around with my family…not that great when in a rush. Luckily I don’t like being late so we were in the wrong place extremely early with time to make it right before the ship left.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Aaarrghh me hearty we aaaarrrggghhh very sorry to hear about the confussion and are thrilled to know you made it. Amazing pirate skill being on time, thank you for that!!! We have recently moved and are working hard to let all our pirates know abouty our new cove. Once again please accept our aplogy for any inconvenience this may have caused. Aaaaarrghhhh!!!!

Great time

Julia_T, Jan 2025
Crew was wonderful and friendly. Captain Black Sparrow was terrific. The location changed and I wasn’t notified until 90 minutes before the departure so that was inconvenient. Half the water cannons didn’t work for half the trip but worked for the battle so that was okay. We did this same adventure two years ago and it was amazing. Still worth the money for the adventure.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Aaaarrghh thank you Julia, it was ggrrrerat to see you back on board. Aaaarrrghh!!!!

Amazing for small kids

Louise_M, Jan 2025
Amazing trip, our kids loved it and the pirates were top class!! Perfect amount of time for kids aged 4&7

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Ahoy, matey! This be a top-notch adventure! The sprogs had a blast, an' the pirates were first-class! A perfect duration for sprogs aged 4 and 7. Yo-ho-ho! ⚓️🏴‍☠️

Great time!

Sam_M, Jan 2025
So much fun! Well worth it! Our son loved it and is still continuing to talk about it. He enjoyed the whole experience!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Ahoy there, matey! Sounds like ye had a whale of a time! Well worth it indeed! Yer lad must've been over the moon, enjoyin' the whole swashbucklin' adventure and still jabberin' about it. Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of fun! ⚓️🏴‍☠️

Fun times

sally_b, Jan 2025
Great 1 hour experience with excellent pirates! Captain crawfish was very engaging. Highly recommended for young kids.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Arrr, Sally thank ye fer the praise! We're thrilled Captain Crawfish kept ye entertained. Highly recommend fer all young scallywags! 🏴‍☠️⚓️🦜"
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