Top Fort Lauderdale Nature and Wildlife Tours

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.

Escape to the Florida Everglades for this airboat adventure and wildlife encounter at Sawgrass Recreation Park. This exciting airboat ride 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 wildlife like alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This guided tour includes entrance to Sawgrass Recreation Park and an admission ticket to the animal exhibit and a guided airboat tour.

Make sure you tick off the most important highlights of the Everglades with an experienced guide in the lead. Race through the River of Grass listening to in-depth commentary on the local environment and wildlife.

End the day relaxing on the Atlantic Ocean with this sunset cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable catamaran for this evening excursion and take in views of the mansions on “Millionaires Row” and the Florida coastline. Then, head out to the Atlantic Ocean and catch the sun set, casting fiery hues of orange and red on the water.

Travel deep into Everglades National Park on this private airboat tour and wildlife encounter at Sawgrass Recreation Park. Experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades on your own airboat, going deeper into the Everglades than on the typical public ride. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour while looking for alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This tour includes entrance to Sawgrass Recreation Park and admission to the Reptile and Glades exhibits.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Go for an immersive airboat ride through Everglades National Park—and leave the transit and logistics to someone else—on this half-day tour from Fort Lauderdale. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and meet your driver at your hotel. Then, head for the Everglades: upon arrival, transfer to your boat and zip along the waterways, soaking up the unique scenery and looking out for alligators and wildlife as you go.

This private sport fishing tour lets you and up to six of your closest friends or family members enjoy a day out on the ocean. Guides who are super knowledgeable about shark fishing come along to help you reel in the primary catch—sharks weighing up to 1,000 pounds—and you might catch other species like mahi-mahi, tuna, and sailfish, too. This tour includes all equipment, so you just need to show up.

Join us for a unique exploration of Fort Lauderdale’s beautiful coral reefs, home to over 500 different species of fish. With the reef so close, we don’t need a boat! The incredible reef we explore is only 400 feet from the shoreline which is where we launch. After a short swim, you will be face to face with many tropical spices such as Angelfish, Butterfly fish, Tangs, and other reef life! Fort Lauderdale's reefs won't be here forever so make sure you see them before they are gone!

Discover Fort Lauderdale’s Venetian Isles on this guided kayaking tour. See the many sides of the city—from mansions and mega yachts to marine and bird life such as mangroves, sea grapes and possibly manatees. Plus, uncover hidden secrets as you paddle with the help of your guide. Enjoy personalized attention during this private tour.

Go City's Miami All-Inclusive Pass offers you the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when visiting Miami and South Beach. Choose between a 1, 2, 3, or 5-day pass to best suit your trip, and save up to 50 percent versus paying for individual attraction tickets. Each pass is good for two weeks from first use and gives you access to dozens of activities like a day trip to Key West, an Everglades airboat ride, entry to Miami Seaquarium, and more. Access your pass on a mobile device or print it at home and go. It’s that simple. Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two years from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for the remaining number of days purchased.

Explore Everglades National Park on this airboat tour at night at Sawgrass Recreation Park. This exciting airboat ride is a great way to experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades at night. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour (64 kph) while keeping your eyes peeled for alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This tour includes daytime entrance to Sawgrass Recreation Park and admission to the Reptile, and Glades exhibits.

Enjoy the luxury of a private boat tour in Fort Lauderdale—an ideal alternative to busy sightseeing buses. Benefit from the personalized service of the captain and request to stop at places that interest you along the way—such as beachside bars for cocktails and nibbles. Highlights include a visit to Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, a chance to see the giant tarpon fish at 15th Street Fisheries, and views of Port Everglades.

Experience Florida's Everglades at night on this airboat tour at Sawgrass Recreation Park. Get to know the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades in a private setting with your own captain. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles (64 kilometers) per hour while looking for alligators, fish, turtles, and wading birds. This tour includes daytime entrance to Sawgrass Recreation Park and admission to the Reptile and Glades exhibits.

The Miami Explorer Pass by Go City is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when visiting Miami, Key West, Fort Lauderdale, and other locations. Choose two, three, four, or five popular attractions/activities and save up to 45 percent compared to buying individual tickets. Enjoy fun activities like a duck tour of South Beach, Conch Train tour, or an Everglades airboat ride—just to name a few. Each pass is good for 60 days from first use. Simply save your pass on your mobile device and go—no voucher redemption required! It’s that simple to experience some of South Florida’s best attractions. Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two years from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for 60 days and/or the remaining number of attraction choices purchased.

Join us for a unique Private exploration of Fort Lauderdale’s beautiful coral reefs, home to over 500 different species of fish. With the reef so close, we don’t need a boat! The incredible reef we explore is only 400 feet from the shoreline which is where we launch. After a short swim, you will be face to face with many tropical spices such as Angelfish, Butterfly fish, Tangs, and other reef life! Fort Lauderdale's reefs won't be here forever so make sure you see them before they are gone! For those who don’t know how to snorkel, receive instruction before the tour and then head out to the sea with your knowledgeable local guide. You wont find a crowded tourist boats on our a private tour. We provide all the necessary snorkel equipment and flotation needed. A private guide means a personalized and unforgettable experience. If requested we can even take your group out on a large multi-person paddle board as big as a boat!

Discover the life of beekeeping and learn about bees on a private tour of a Florida apiary. Visit a community garden in Oakland Park and see different farming techniques including vertical gardens, aquaculture, and seaweed farms. Learn how bees play a crucial role in everyday farming and then suit up to visit the apiary. Conclude your tour with light refreshments and tastings of honey from all over South Florida.

Join us for a unique Private exploration of Fort Lauderdale’s beautiful coral reefs, home to over 500 different species of fish. With the reef so close, we don’t need a boat, Instead we will take a MegaSUP! Our MegaSUP is 15 feet long, 8 feet wide and able to hold 850lbs no problem, and the incredible reef we explore is only 400 feet from the shoreline which is where we launch. After a paddle, you will be face to face with many tropical spices such as Angelfish, Butterfly fish, Tangs, and other reef life! Fort Lauderdale's reefs won't be here forever so make sure you see them before they are gone! For those who don’t know how to snorkel and paddleboard, receive instruction before the tour and then head out to the sea with your knowledgeable local guide. You wont find a crowded tourist boats on our a private tour. We provide all the necessary snorkel equipment and flotation needed. A private guide means a personalized and unforgettable experience.

Once in a lifetime Adventure traveling via Jet Ski thru the world famous "Venice of America", Millionaires Row, Lighthouse Point, Downtown riverfront. Port Everglades, and an Atlantic Ocean stretch passing Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Pompano Beach, and Lighthouse Point. An incredible 3 - 4 Hour Adventure depending on the weather and water conditions as well as your personal stamina and preferences as we customize this Tour to your likings with over 165+ miles of waterways that we can pick and choose. This excursion stops to anchor for an amazing exploration: the SS Copenhagen is a shipwreck off the town of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida, United States. The single screw steamer was built in Sunderland, England in 1898, sinking in 1900. Located on the Pompano Dropoff reef south of Hillsboro Inlet, it became the fifth Florida Underwater Archaeological Preserve when it was dedicated in 1994. We can extend your Snorkel at other reefs or improvise your Tour to do more sightseeing via Jet Ski!