Fort Lauderdale / The Waterways Tour

Fort Lauderdale / The Waterways Tour

Fort Lauderdale is known as the Venice of America located in South Florida and only a 20-30 minute drive from Miami or 1.5 hour boat ride from Miami. The city is centrally located between Miami and West Palm Beach.

The beauty of this private yacht tour is for you to enjoy the intracoastal waterway scenery while making your way to famous Millionaire’s Row. Enjoy viewing multi-million dollar homes from the water and conclude your tour with a delicious meal at one of more than 10 dock-access restaurants.

Your tour is completely customizable! Simply let your captain and crew know of any preferences and activities you would like to enjoy while in Ft. Lauderdale and they will make it happen!

Throughout your special day at sea, our gracious crew will serve your favorite cocktails and pass hors d’oeuvres while giving you a bit of the history of Ft. Lauderdale. You will learn about the homes of local celebrities and other noteworthy billionaires as you cruise by and enjoy sightseeing. You will agree that it is worth seeing Fort Lauderdale and the inland waterways from the water side.

PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO FT. LAUDERDALE

Half day Yacht Tour (up to 4 hours)

On a 4-hour half day yacht charter, we recommend picking you up from any marina in Ft. Lauderdale like the Pier 66 Marina or the legendary Bahia Mar Marina made famous in the Travis McGee mystery series.

Start your trip by cruising through the intracoastal waterways, making your way to the open ocean. As our crew is pampering you with beverages and snacks, you are now passing in front of Port Everglades where you can view the cruise ships arriving and departing through the port inlet.

Heading out toward the oceanside, moving north past Commercial Boulevard and Pompano Beach, you can enjoy the impeccable beaches of Fort Lauderdale while watching the sunbathers envious of the yacht you are on. Learn more with The Advantaged.

Near the inlet at Pompano Beach you can drop anchor and take a break snorkeling, swimming or jetting around on one of our available waverunners.

When you are ready, head back south to Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal and cruise along The New River where you’ll enjoy an endless parade of the magnificent homes of the rich and famous.

Finish your day by being dropped off at one of the restaurants with a dockage or you can return to the marina and bask in the joy of a well-spent, beautiful day.

Full day Yacht Tour (up to 8 hours)

For a full day yacht charter tour, the best starting point would be from the Miami Beach Marina or Sunset Harbor Yacht Club in South Beach, Florida early morning.

Choose your preferred yacht that you want to impress your friends and family and off you go cruising north towards Ft. Lauderdale.

First you will pass by the famous Star Island, Palm Island, and Venetian Island in South Beach pushing north thru the bay area. There you will see Normandy Village and once you get to Bal Harbor in North Miami Beach area your captain will move to the ocean side where he will be able to pick up speed and make his way to Ft. Lauderdale.

You will enjoy the picturesque view and the beautiful blue Atlantic Ocean. Up to this point you are within a 3-hour cruising in a luxurious & relax mode being entertained by your favorite music while sipping champagne of your choice and possibly snacking on fruit & cheese platter all that can be provided by us for your convenience.

For the next four hours, which is also our recommendation for a 4-hour charter, your captain will show you a true spectacular waterway view of Ft. Lauderdale by first entering the Port Everglades inlet.

You are able to view cruise ships like Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise lines. Making your way to Millionaire’s Row sightseeing celebrities luxury homes, “6 Million Dollar Man” home, Radio Shack home, Wayne Huizenga compound, La Maison Blanche, and more.

If time permits, the captain might stop at the Las Olas Riverfront for some shopping, eating, drinking or other land-side entertainment. Right on the waterway is the iconic Broward Center for the Performing Arts where you will also find the IMAX theater and science museum.

You will have the option to be dropped off at one of more than 10 restaurants with dockage facility or you may just be ready to head back home to your destination marina with memories for a lifetime.

+ HALF DAY (~4 HOURS)

Half day Yacht Tour (up to 4 hours)

On a 4-hour half day yacht charter, we recommend picking you up from any marina in Ft. Lauderdale like the Pier 66 Marina or the legendary Bahia Mar Marina made famous in the Travis McGee mystery series.

Start your trip by cruising through the intracoastal waterways, making your way to the open ocean. As our crew is pampering you with beverages and snacks, you are now passing in front of Port Everglades where you can view the cruise ships arriving and departing through the port inlet.

Heading out toward the oceanside, moving north past Commercial Boulevard and Pompano Beach, you can enjoy the impeccable beaches of Fort Lauderdale while watching the sunbathers envious of the yacht you are on. Learn more with The Advantaged.

Near the inlet at Pompano Beach you can drop anchor and take a break snorkeling, swimming or jetting around on one of our available waverunners.

When you are ready, head back south to Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal and cruise along The New River where you’ll enjoy an endless parade of the magnificent homes of the rich and famous.

Finish your day by being dropped off at one of the restaurants with a dockage or you can return to the marina and bask in the joy of a well-spent, beautiful day.

+ FULL DAY (~8 HOURS)

Full day Yacht Tour (up to 8 hours)

For a full day yacht charter tour, the best starting point would be from the Miami Beach Marina or Sunset Harbor Yacht Club in South Beach, Florida early morning.

Choose your preferred yacht that you want to impress your friends and family and off you go cruising north towards Ft. Lauderdale.

First you will pass by the famous Star Island, Palm Island, and Venetian Island in South Beach pushing north thru the bay area. There you will see Normandy Village and once you get to Bal Harbor in North Miami Beach area your captain will move to the ocean side where he will be able to pick up speed and make his way to Ft. Lauderdale.

You will enjoy the picturesque view and the beautiful blue Atlantic Ocean. Up to this point you are within a 3-hour cruising in a luxurious & relax mode being entertained by your favorite music while sipping champagne of your choice and possibly snacking on fruit & cheese platter all that can be provided by us for your convenience.

For the next four hours, which is also our recommendation for a 4-hour charter, your captain will show you a true spectacular waterway view of Ft. Lauderdale by first entering the Port Everglades inlet.

You are able to view cruise ships like Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise lines. Making your way to Millionaire’s Row sightseeing celebrities luxury homes, “6 Million Dollar Man” home, Radio Shack home, Wayne Huizenga compound, La Maison Blanche, and more.

If time permits, the captain might stop at the Las Olas Riverfront for some shopping, eating, drinking or other land-side entertainment. Right on the waterway is the iconic Broward Center for the Performing Arts where you will also find the IMAX theater and science museum.

You will have the option to be dropped off at one of more than 10 restaurants with dockage facility or you may just be ready to head back home to your destination marina with memories for a lifetime.

There are various options of pick-up and drop-off locations for this tour. We will be happy to work around your schedule to make yours an easy and convenient experience!

Morning cruise suggested time frame: 10am to 2pm or 10am to 6pm.
Sunset cruise suggested time frame: 4pm to 8pm or 2pm to 10pm.

Enhance your experience

Whatever the reason for your boat charter, we will be sure to make it special! We offer a broad range of additional services to make your time spent on one of our yachts unforgettable. Think of us as a concierge service, available to meet the needs of your special day.

Every moment on your chartered yacht is meant to be spent enjoying the sights, sea and sun, while relaxing with your special guests. With this in mind, we have a selection of “add-ons” for your onboard enjoyment (also feel free to bring your own).

Catering Services / Beverages by Pre-order / Jet Ski Rendezvous Service / Onboard Chef for special occasions / Transportation Services / Restaurant Reservation

CHOOSING A BOAT

Your boat choice will be determined by budget, number of guestsoccasion and destination.

May we suggest a 40’ Sessa or a 50’ Sea Ray for a budget-conscious group of 13 guests (excluding the captain and mate)? Or, how about a 70’ Sunseeker or an 85’ Azimut for that special occasion with a larger budget? Or a sexy 40’ Van Dutch for the partying group of 10 guests seeking a good time for 2+ hours.

Note: Fishing charters are permitted for a maximum of 6 guests by law.

Our Captains & Crews

Our knowledgable Staff has been in the boating industry for over a decade. They are well-prepared and informed, ready to guide and teach you, and answer any questions you may have.

While cruising onboard, your Captain will provide local fun-facts and general tour information per your requests. You will learn about specific areas of interest, celebrity homes, historical landmarks, places to stop and watch the sunset, the best restaurants to eat by the water, sandbars for swimming, the best snorkeling and fishing areas, the ideal time to catch the best fish, and even designated areas to jet ski.

SOUTH FLORIDA SEASONS

Here in South Florida, we are fortunate to have almost perfect weather all year round – making it possible to enjoy a boating, yachting, sailing or fishing trip at any given moment!

During the Summer, we have a short period of hot and humid weather, with temperatures from the mid-80s to low-90s (29–35° C) and occasional afternoon rain showers. This combination creates the perfect conditions for swimming, sunbathing, and ice-cold mojitos.

Winter temperatures average 69.2° F (20.7° C) during the day and 50° F (10° C) at night, making it the preferred time of the year for tourists from up north to escape the cold and soak up the sun while enjoying the cool, dry air. It’s truly the most wonderful time of the year.

OUR SELECTED FRIENDS AND PARTNERS IN FT. LAUDERDALE

Shooters Waterfront

The all new Shooters Waterfront delivers superb food, service and spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway.

Grille 66 & Bar

A prime steakhouse, the perfect place for an exceptional dining experience equalled only by the panoramic view.

15th St. Fisheries

Winner of numerous awards, it offers the freshest seafood and a waterfront experience in an authentic Fort Lauderdale marina.

The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale

A tranquil luxury beach hotel that captures both the glamour and the essence of Fort Lauderdale.

Bahia Mar Beach Resort

This hotel in Fort Lauderdale Beach is a short walk or water taxi ride away from the shops, restaurants and nightlife of Las Olas Boulevard.

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