Top Fort Lauderdale Day Trips

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.

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.

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. Your day pass gives you access to all of the hotel's amenities; you can book for water sports at your own expense.

Taste your way through Paso Robles wine country on a half- or full-day tour of the area’s most beloved wineries. Visit several tasting rooms with a focus on family-owned, unique winemakers that craft distinctive bottles. Enjoy the personal experience of a convivial, small-group tour that offers a chance to create your own perfect itinerary. Hear stories about Paso Robles’ colorful past and winemaking history as you savor the area’s celebrated Zinfandels, Cabernet Sauvignons, and Bordeaux varieties, along with flights of distinctive local blends.

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.

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.

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.

Avoid crowded bars and opt for a more fun way to listen to great music and enjoy your favorite drinks—a cruise that passes through downtown Fort Lauderdale, Port Everglades, and Las Olas Boulevard. No need to worry about expensive bar tabs—you can bring your own drinks and use the cooler boxes on the boat. As the sun sets, get spectacular views of Fort Lauderdale’s skyline and sail past luxurious yachts and mansions.

The best way to see Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood! Hop on & hop off at any of the15 stops all day for one low price.  Enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s restaurants, bars, beaches and shopping while traveling by the magnificent mansions and yachts of the rich and famous. Experience Hollywood by hopping on the Margaritaville Express, that travels through Port Everglades and brings you directly to the 5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar at the Margaritaville Resort. Hollywood offers one of the top beaches in the country and there is plenty to see and do along the world famous Broadwalk.

Cruise down the waterways of Fort Lauderdale on a mini powerboat and enjoy a relaxing time on the water. Known as “America’s Venice,” this canal-ridden area is lined with yachts, mansions, and mangrove forests. A powerboat helps you easily navigate the waterways without exerting any energy, so you can sit back and admire the scenery while you ride.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Cruise the coastline of both Dutch and French St. Maarten as the Tradewinds tickle your face and the glistening ocean leads the way, to an uninhabited island adventure! Over the shore of French St. Martin, sits an oasis of sand and rock, known as the island of Pinel. Listen to the sweet sounds of soca music and indulge in an array of snacks on board including cheese & crackers, grapes and finger sandwiches, coupled with a selection of soda, juice, fruit punch, beer and wine. Enjoy a refreshing local must have, where you can be rejuvenated by natures healing coconut as it is sliced and prepared in front of your eyes. Glide the oceans currents back to home base with your group, admiring the coastal tropical views and appreciating your sea and sun fever dream memories. • Motorboat private boat trip. • Visit to Uninhabited Pinel Island. • Beach free time, swimming & snorkeling.

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.

Capture the magic of both Dutch and French St. Maarten on a three-beach multigenerational, family adventure by intimate catamaran boat for your private group. Listen to the sweet sounds of soda music as you indulge in an array of snacks onboard including fruits, chips, and cookies, coupled with an open bar selection bar of soda, juice, rum punch, or wine. 3 Bullet Points • Catamaran private boat trip. • Exploration of Tintamare Island, Friars Bay Beach, and Kim Shaw Beach. • Beach free time, swimming & snorkeling snacks and lunch!

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 air-conditioned Mercedes Metris vans.

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.

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.

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.

Go deep into Big Cypress National Preserve on a small-group wet walk led by a Florida Master Naturalist, then take an hour-long boat trip through the Ten Thousand Islands of Everglades National Park. With a naturalist guide you will identify plants and animals throughout the day, you’ll watch for rare orchids, bromeliads, manatees, dolphins, and the many birds that thrive in Florida’s vast swamps. Also embark on a 1-hour air boat 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. The full-day tour includes transport from greater Fort Lauderdale and Miami, making it a great way to explore Florida’s fascinating ecosystems even with limited time.

This is 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 or explore further. We pick you up around 8 and have you back by 2. We only use small personalized airboats. NO cattle call airboats! Not all companies have actual permits to lead tours in the Everglades. We do!