South Florida Boat Tour: Explore Local Wildlife

Explore Fort Lauderdale’s waterways with a seasoned captain. Discover local wildlife and flora on a private cruise or sandbar trip. Book now.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Port Everglades - Explore one of South Florida’s most lively waterways as you navigate the renowned Intracoastal Waterway and cruise the New River, often referred to as “America’s Venice.” Set off on an experiential boating adventure through bustling sea ports, or find serenity swimming at a local sandbar.
    No matter your choice, stunning views and…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Your journey is guided by a U.S.C.G. Licensed Captain, a lifelong resident of South Florida who knows these waterways inside and out. With extensive experience in navigating the region, the captain is dedicated to your safety and enthusiastic about sharing in-depth knowledge of the area, including intriguing details about local wildlife and plants. Be…

Location
1445 Nautilus Isle
Nautilus Isle
Park in front of the address in gravel area.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mark_m
Aug 13, 2025
Great Day for the Family! - It was a great experience!!! Captain Mike was great, very knowledgeable of the area and was a great tour guide. He is an awesome guy and showed us great views of the area as we made our way down to the sandbar where we could hang out in the water and enjoy a few beverages with the family and enjoy the water and weather! We even saw some dolphins as we drove to the sandbar as Capt Mike knew where to take us to see them. It was a totally chill day, my family and I had a great day and Capt Mike was a great host and guide. I highly recommend this for a family looking for a relaxing and chill day on the water!!!
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Jp25252525
Aug 7, 2025
Amazing tour - Great experience, Captain Mike is kind, polite, fun and respectful, we had a great time with him. We could see a lot on the water, thanks for this beautiful tour, you can tell that he loves what is doing.
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Cherylnr3928pz
Jul 29, 2025
“I don’t know what I want” turned into one of the best days on the water! - Shout-out to Captain Mike for turning “I don’t know what I want” into one of the best days on the water I’ve ever had. Highly recommend! I wasn’t sure what I wanted in a tour, but Captain Mike planned an unforgettable day from Dania Beach down to South Beach Miami. His personalized itinerary meant all we had to do was show up and enjoy. From the moment we stepped onboard in Dania Beach, it was smooth sailing. The boat was spacious and comfortable, perfect for lounging while cruising the scenic route down to South Beach Miami. What really set this trip apart was Captain Mike. He customized the entire experience around what we wanted. He took us to a perfect swim spot at Haulover Inlet, where we got to unwind, swim and soak up the sun in total relaxation. We then continued on to Miami passing coastal views, city skylines, cruise ships, and Miami’s towering buildings. Every turn revealed a new picture worthy scene, whether it was the beach or the skyline. I highly recommend this tour for families, couples, groups, or anyone looking for a peaceful, personalized adventure. Captain Mike knows how to deliver an unforgettable day on the water!
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Letishaf2025
Jul 27, 2025
Totally worth it!! So much fun! - This boat ride was so awesome! Captain Mike welcomed us like family. My kids had a great time. 10/10, would definitely recommend, and will totally go again?
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A9804issamiraa
Jul 19, 2025
Private boat to the Haulover Sandbar! Best excursion ever!! - Best thing ever! Highly recommend. Were done lots of yachts and different boats and boat tours but this was by far the best. The captain took us to a sandbar that was the highlight, that and seeing the dolphins. It was more relaxed than other boat trips we’ve taken. Captain Mike was down to take us where ever we wanted to go and had great recommendations. There were some seats in the shade and seats in the sun. The boat was nice, he had ice, we played our music and he had a mat floatie for us at the sandbar. There’s nothing else like this that beats the price. We were able to extend our trip when we realized how much fun it was going to be. We will for sure be returning customers. I almost hate to leave a review because I don’t want him to be too booked when we come back!
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Cindykz5366gq
Jul 18, 2025
Trip to sandbar & dolphin viewing!! - This was literally the best part of our trip!! I found Captain Mike from other reviews and he did not disappoint. We got the 2 hour trip but 15 minutes after meeting him, we changed it to a 4.5 hour trip because we wanted to go to the Hallandale Sand Bar. The water there is light and clear, shallow enough that everyone was comfortable getting out (no fear of sharks). I wish we could have stayed there longer but he had another trip after that. We saw dolphin on our way back and he stopped, so that we could watch them for a while. For that trip, it took us back thru the canals down to North Miami, we got to see the beautiful houses, stop at Margaritaville for drinks. He’s so knowledgeable of the area and totally lets you customize your trip! I can’t give enough starts for this!! It’s a MUST DO!
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Boardingpass763230
Jun 29, 2025
Great boat experience! - We booked a last minute evening cruise and it was a highlight of our trip! Captain Mike was so kind, the boat was super comfortable, and we loved the water tour. We will book again for a full day adventure!
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592bellah
Jun 17, 2025
Water Limo Fun! - I had so much fun on the water limo! Vibes were amazing, music was fire, and the views were unreal. I felt like I was in a movie the whole time! Definitely one of the most memorable experiences ever. 💦🛥️🔥
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Christophermh9476mo
Jun 17, 2025
Fun day on the water - Fun! Very beautiful water. Mike is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Was even surprised seeing Dolphins and Stingrays! The boat is very clean and comfortable!
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45rebekahl
Jun 16, 2025
the best boat tour out there - captain mike is the BEST!! we had such a great time. he took care of everything for us to make it such an enjoyable experience, we can’t wait to go again!!
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From $250 (Per Group)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).