10 Fort Lauderdale Yacht Charters Worth Booking

1.Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150Our pick

Captain Dan takes your private group from 937 Mandarin Isle through Fort Lauderdale’s New River, past grand homes and yachts, then toward the Atlantic. Bring your own food and drinks, learn basic sailing, swim if conditions allow, or simply relax aboard the Wind Pirate.

“Captain Dan is knowledgeable about local history of the water and real estate. The best investment of time for our week. You could not have a better host and hostess.”

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2.Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $184

Take a private yacht from Bahia Mar with up to 12 people, choosing a 2-, 4-, or 6-hour route around Fort Lauderdale Bay. Captain Andre is often requested for his friendly service, while the longer trips allow time for sandbar swimming, a floating mat, and a waterfront meal.

“This was one of if not the memorable experiences I've had on a boat. The captain I forget his name was the best. He made me and my family feel very welcomed and we enjoyed the whole experience. Definitely recommend this is our second time with the company don't hesitate to use them.”

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3.4-Hour Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $148

Sail Fort Lauderdale aboard Daffy with Captain Charlie for four hours, passing mansions, yachts, Port Everglades, and the Atlantic coast. Bring your own food and drinks, take a turn at the wheel, and choose between a relaxed dockside stay or a trip out to sea. The boat holds up to six people.

“Captain Charlie was very amusing. A sense of humor is a must on this adventure cause the Captain is a character in his own right. He was very understanding when my husband got sea sick and puked on the side of the boat. Please take his advice and take the motion sickness meds if you are not familiar with sailing. He warned us and we didn’t listen.”

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4.2 to 6 hours Private Yacht Cruise around Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.)

Cruise Fort Lauderdale’s canals and riverfront on a private yacht for up to 10 people. Captain Simon or Andre may be available, and longer trips can include ocean time, swimming, snorkeling, or a sandbar stop. Bring drinks, connect your music, and confirm the captain fee and route before booking.

“Loved this experience! Simon Rojas was the best captain. He was engaging and made us feel safe. He made sure we had a good time on our boat ride. 10/10 would recommend!”

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5.Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Cruise Fort Lauderdale’s canals on a private yacht for up to 12 people. Expect mansion and mega-yacht views, bottled water, snacks, soda, and an onboard restroom. Crew members including Tina, Matthew, and Captain Frank have helped host celebrations and business events.

“A great sunset cruise for a Bachelorette party. Tina and staff were great, made my guests feel welcome and walked around to make sure everyone had a drink. The boat was clean and great for a party of around 15. Plenty of room to sit inside and play a couple of games or dance on the back deck.”

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6.Fort Lauderdale: Famous Yachts and Mansions Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 57 reviews · 90 - 150 minutes · from $63

Ride a Segway through Fort Lauderdale’s mansion-lined waterways with guide Mike or Michael, stopping for city facts, photos, and yacht views. Choose the 4-mile route or extend to 8 miles for Port Everglades, downtown, the beach, and Intracoastal Waterway.

“It was awesome! Actually I booked this Segway tour because I couldn’t book watertaxi & flamingos garden, However, I think this is more fun and valuable!!!!!! Do this if you are Fort Lauderdale!! Do not miss it!!!!!”

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7.Sandbar Splash and Yacht Tour in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59Cheapest seat

Join Paddle Pub Fort Lauderdale for a two-hour pedal-powered boat ride near Fort Lauderdale Beach, Las Olas, the New River, and Port Everglades. John, Mike, Tom, or Jason may guide the outing. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and ice for a lively cruise with music, floats, and a sandbar stop.

“The crew was outstanding and catered to our every need. Tom and Jason did a great job narrating the trip.”

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8.Fort Lauderdale: Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews

Charter the Beautiful Sundancer 40 for 2 to 6 hours and see Fort Lauderdale from the water. Bring drinks, play music through Bluetooth speakers, and watch for mansions, dolphins, manatees, Port Everglades, and downtown views. Captain Simon has earned especially warm praise, though the captain fee costs extra.

“Simon was great! My family was visiting from overseas- and they loved being on a boat”

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9.60ft Luxury Yacht Charter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Charter a pristine 60-foot yacht for 4 to 8 hours with up to 13 people. Captain Colin or Levi may guide your cruise through Fort Lauderdale’s waterways, with bedrooms, bathrooms, a sun pad, rafts, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth audio on board.

“Our trip was fabulous. Colin, our captain, was excellent, fun, and funny. We ordered catering to have snacks, and the service was perfect. The yacht was clean and beautiful, plates, cups, napkins, ice, and beach towels were all in place. We later stopped for dinner and carried out back to our boat, Colin picked out the restaurant, and it was the perfect stop. We all loved it. During our 4 hour trip we played music, danced and just had the best time. See ya soon, Colin.”

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10.6-Hour Sailing Charter from Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $750

Set out from Fort Lauderdale at 10 a.m. for a private six-hour sailing charter with a licensed captain. Choose time on board or under sail, cruise past mansions, yachts, cruise ships, and possibly dolphins, then return to the starting point.

“Captain Charlie was attentive to our needs. He customized the trip to give us the experience we were hoping for. It was a spectacular day and we hope to join him again soon”

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