Fort Lauderdale’s Most Fun Experience! • 90 Minutes
Hit the water fast with a 90-minute RIB ride from 220 Nugent Ave—speed, skyline views, and dolphin encounters combine for a compact coastal primer of Fort Lauderdale. Bring sun protection and a sense of adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Moderate: you should be able to step on/off a low dock, hold on during brisk turns, and tolerate short bursts of wind and spray.
Wildlife
History
Fort Lauderdale’s waterways were heavily altered by 20th-century dredging and the growth of Port Everglades, shaping the channels you’ll see on this ride.
Conservation
Respect seagrass beds and keep distance from manatees and nesting birds; operators follow local guidelines to minimize wake near sensitive habitats.
Fort Lauderdale’s Most Fun Experience! • 90 Minutes
Arrive early for boarding
Plan to arrive 20–30 minutes before departure to check in, stow gear, and get a safety briefing.
Dress for spray
Wear a light windbreaker and quick-dry layers—RIBs throw spray during high-speed sections.
Secure your camera
Use a wrist strap or dry bag; expect sudden dolphin close-approaches and skyline shots.
Monitor weather
Tours run year-round but are canceled in thunderstorms or sustained high wind—check forecasts before booking.
Waterproof camera or smartphone with wrist strap
Locks in dolphin and skyline photos even with spray.
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Protects skin during exposed, reflective water time.
summer
Light windbreaker
Blocks spray and keeps you warm on breezy runs.
spring
Closed-toe boat shoes
Gives stable footing during boarding and quick movements on deck.