Top Fort Lauderdale Outdoor Activities

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.

A combination of Jet Skiing, snorkeling, and scuba diving, the SEABOB is a truly remarkable experience that lets you swim with the fishes quietly and safely. After a short gear fitting and training session on the SEABOB, explore three local reefs where you can dive up to eight feet and see a variety of aquatic sea life.

Parasailing is an incredible way to disconnect yourself from the world for a few minutes! Fly high above the Gold Coast in silence & with a view that will give you the thrill of a lifetime! So Flo Parasail, a Sea Rocket Adventures Company, strives to provide customers with an experience they will never forget. With our experienced captain and first class crew, we will make sure you have a safe and enjoyable experience!

A half-day fishing trip in Fort Lauderdale s a great way to get out on the water, admire coastal views, and reel in a few favorites like grouper, trigger fish, and snapper. This tour is geared toward beginner fishers and includes the instruction and equipment you need to make your first catch. Plus, fish cleaning is included so you can cook up your catch when you get home.

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.

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.

Be the Captain of you very own Mini-Powerboat. No boating experience required We will show you everything you need to know to safely drive the boat! Fort Lauderdale is known as the "Venice of America" explore our 165+ miles of navigable waterways.

We put together shared charters every day for our 6 person max big game charters. Fish the Fort Lauderdale waters for sailfish, mahi, wahoo and more on a half day deep sea fishing expedition. One thing that sets us apart from our competitors is our awesome crew. We pride ourselves on having the best crew in south Florida. Charismatic, knowledgeable, professional and most importantly fun to fish with, you will love our crew. Family owned and operated for over 25 years, we love our jobs, our customers, and taking people out for a fun filled fishing adventure every day.

We are amongst very few parasail companies with 100% safety rating, not only are you in good hands, you'll absolutely enjoy the company of our crew. We have brand new top of the line equipment to ensure your safety.

Take a First Class Jet ski cruise through the VIP section of Fort Lauderdale's finest areas! Instead of driving back and forth between 2 buoys, here you can freely explore up close the multi-million dollar yachts and mansions that line the intracoastal waterways. This option allows you to enjoy the speed zones and covers roughly 5-7 miles to travel through. This is the ultimate jet ski experience! (ocean comes with 2 or 4 hour option)

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, bears, panthers, peacocks and, of course, the famous flamingos.

Come sail and play in Fort Lauderdale’s “Aquatic Playground” on this unforgettable excursion aboard our state of the art catamaran the Spirit of Lauderdale and enjoy one of the best Ft Lauderdale boat cruises. Sit back and relax while we tour the “Venice of America” and “Millionaires Row” and set sail to the Atlantic Ocean! Next we’ll head to the Atlantic Ocean. Sails up, sea breezes and salt air increase everyone’s taste for fun. Calypso music and breaking waves provide a tropical rhythm. Relax and enjoy the views while you sip on an ice cold beverage served by our friendly crew at Ft Lauderdale boat cruises Spirit of Lauderdale.

Parasailing offers families, couples, and individuals a-once-in-lifetime experience too see beautiful Fort Lauderdale from a different perspective. Knowing you’re in a experts hands and all measures have been taken to ensure your safety makes the ride more enjoyable. Hop aboard one of our parasail boats for an unforgetable experience. Create a memory that will last a lifetime. Take one of our GoPro cameras up into the air with you, you become the director, producer, and characters. Our captain and crew will help you make your experience your best memory of Fort Lauderdale Beach for years to come. Go home with a digital chip and share the video with your friends and family.

Cruise the intracoastal waterways of Fort Lauderdale without noise or fumes in one of our Duffy eco-friendly electric boats. Tour on your own, or hire our captain to drive you around and give you an entertaining, informative Tour. Ecoboats provides a unique way to celebrate special occasions, gather with friends, visit dockside restaurants and bars, or watch the sunset. Our boats can accommodate up to 10 adults, have a full canopy rooftop, window enclosures, and a CD player with an aux cord. So don’t forget to bring along your favorite playlist! We offer 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6-hour rental options. Perfect experience for Private Groups up to 10 passengers. We strive to make this planet a better place by protecting Florida’s wildlife and the environment with our Duffy boats. We look forward to having you on board! We strive to make this planet a better place by protecting Florida’s wildlife and the environment with our Duffy boats. We look forward to having you on board!

Set sail for adventure on this exciting, interactive Pirate Adventure Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway. This spirited 1-hour excursion is fun for the whole family. 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 bag of loot to take home. This tour is great for birthday parties, group field trips or just a day of fun on the high seas.

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.

Our most popular tour in the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s Venetian Isles. You will see a combination of mansions, mega yachts, sail boats, marine & bird life and hidden little secrets on this paddle trip. This is rated as an easy leisure paddle while soaking up the sunshine.

Beautiful scenery of Mansions, Yachts and Mangroves Large Selection of paddle boards to rent or buy Spacious Backyard and Deck overlooking the waterways Opportunity to see the amazing marine life Offer music, refreshments and free parking!

Afraid of heights? Experience the thrill of skydiving without jumping out of a plane at iFly Fort Lauderdale. Open from 9am to 10pm, begin your adrenaline fueled adventure at a time that works for you. No experience is necessary and after a small-group training session, you’re ready for your two solo sessions inside the wind tunnel.  Feel confident with the guidance of an instructor for both 60-section sessions.

Enjoy some time on the water with this 4-Hour Half Day Sailing Charter located in Fort Lauderdale. Your sail is entirely customizable, and travelers have the option to use their time docked or sailing out to sea. Once on the water, sit back and relax or jump in for a quick swim or make use of the provided snorkeling equipment. Your boat will have everything needed to spend time on the water: shaded seating areas, Bluetooth music player, a place to keep all your refrigerated food (you're welcome to bring your own food & beverages), a fresh water shower after swimming in the ocean, snorkeling and other water activity equipment, and an experienced boat Captain. Perhaps you want to take a turn at the wheel to sail the boat? The Captain would be happy to offer some instructions so you can have this new experience. Cruise by the mega mansions of the city's millionaires, luxurious yachts, spectacular cruise ships, and playful dolphins; manatees; turtles; or porpoises swimming by.

Come rent our high quality Fiberglass Epoxy Paddle Boards. We do not use the heavier dragging foam or cheap imitations, so you will get more than your monies worth and never be disappointed. Visit our Facebook Page and you can read the comments and see the pictures from our guest. You will quickly learn that there really is nobody in South Florida with the same experience and equipment. We are the #1 selling Dealer for the largest Manufacturer in the World, so it is important the our guest ride boards that are in like new condition. There really is no comparison, but take a look around and see if anyone offers the variety of activities to choose from or a great location to Rent and Launch. We also have FREE PARKING. If you are not 100% Satisfied then we will make it right.

All tours are lead by Mr. Beaches our tour PUP. Mr. Beaches has been paddling the Las Olas canals since he was less than a year old. Follow Mr. Beaches on Instagram @mrbeaches1

Exploring Fort Lauderdale by Segway is a great way to roll around the city—there’s no need to walk in the heat as you head to top locations. Unlike other Segway tours, this Segway service offers rentals by the hour (or even by the week) for you to use on your own, in addition to traditional guided Segway tours of Hugh Taylor Birch Park and Fort Lauderdale by night.

Our guides are certified Advanced Master Naturalists and South Florida natives who have been paddling most of their lives and guiding tours for over 10 years. Our groups are small or private usually 10 guests or less providing a personal experience. Smaller groups also increase chances of observing a vartiety of wildlife from a closer distance.