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Fort Lauderdale Sea Rocket Intracoastal & Dinner Cruise — Speed Boat Views and Waterfront Dining - Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale Sea Rocket Intracoastal & Dinner Cruise — Speed Boat Views and Waterfront Dining

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Minimal fitness required—able to board a docked boat and stand or sit comfortably for several short intervals.

Overview

Race the Intracoastal on the Sea Rocket, then settle in for a hearty dinner at Bokampers. This three-hour combo pairs high-speed coastal sightseeing past mansions and megayachts with a lively waterfront meal—perfect for travelers who want speed and local flavor in one night.

Fort Lauderdale Sea Rocket Intracoastal & Dinner Cruise — Speed Boat Views and Waterfront Dining

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The Sea Rocket eases off C-Dock at Bahia Mar with a staccato of wake and music. Wind cuts across the water and the city blooms outward: low-slung Art Deco facades hand off to glass towers, then to a parade of hedged mansions and megayachts that loom like private islands. Crew narration picks up—names of neighborhoods, who owns which palazzo—while the boat leans into a faster rhythm and the Intracoastal Waterway pulls you forward like a current with purpose.

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Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Best Seating

Check in at least 20 minutes before departure at Bahia Mar C-Dock to claim forward or midship seats for steady views and less spray.

Sun Protection Is Crucial

Bring SPF 30+ sunscreen and polarized sunglasses—sun reflects strongly off water, even in the evening.

Bring a Light Layer

Coastal breeze can feel cool once the sun sets; a windbreaker or hoodie keeps you comfortable during the ride.

Motion-Sickness Precautions

If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication beforehand or sit midship where motion is minimized.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bottlenose dolphins
  • Brown pelicans

History

The Intracoastal Waterway transformed Fort Lauderdale from a coastal settlement into a boating hub; many waterfront estates date to early 20th-century development booms.

Conservation

Keep distance from wildlife, avoid feeding animals, and dispose of trash properly—coastal ecosystems here are sensitive to pollution and boat wake.

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Recommended Gear

Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

Essential

Protects against intense reflected UV on the water and during sunset sails.

summer specific

Polarized Sunglasses

Essential

Reduces glare and improves visibility for photography and sightseeing.

summer specific

Light Windbreaker

Blocks wind and holds warmth as the evening cools after the boat speeds up.

spring specific

Motion-Sickness Medicine or Wrist Bands

Helpful for anyone who gets queasy on choppy or high-speed rides.