JUNGLE QUEEN, Sightseeing Cruise, BBQ Dinner, Show, & Wildlife

It's an Island where every corner is a magical

Duration4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 385 travelers

Overview

Experience one of Fort Lauderdale’s most iconic attractions aboard the legendary Jungle Queen Riverboat.

Enjoy a narrated cruise along the New River, the “Venice of America,” with views of Millionaire’s Row, waterfront mansions, mega yachts, and historic sights.

Then arrive at our private Tropical Isle, accessible only by boat. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat dinner featuring BBQ ribs, fried chicken tenders, waffle fries, vegetarian baked beans, coleslaw, and cornbread.

Explore the island, see exotic animals, enjoy Dippin’ Dots, and visit our gift shop. Then take your seat for our family-friendly Island Polynesian Show, featuring music, dancing, island culture, and an exciting fire dance spectacular.

End your adventure with a relaxing nighttime cruise along the New River. Jungle Queen is more than a dinner cruise—it’s a Fort Lauderdale tradition filled with sightseeing, food, tropical adventure, and unforgettable entertainment.

What's included

Private transportation
Live music while dining and live show afterwards
All you can eat BBQ ribs, chicken tenders, cornbread, coleslaw, waffle fries and vegetarian baked beans.
Fully narrated cruise down the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale's New River
Restroom on board

Gratuities
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (available for purchase on board and on island)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Parking Fee at the Bahia Mar Resort and Yachting center

What to expect

1h · Admission ticket included

The Jungle Queen departs the Bahia Mar Yachting Center and takes you on a fully narrated cruise down the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale's New River, sailing through Millionaire's Row with homes of the Rich and Famous, spectacular Mega Yachts, and sights beyond belief.
Stranahan House
Pass by

Stranahan House is the home of Fort Lauderdale pioneers Frank and Ivy Stranahan. Built in 1901 as a trading post and converted into a residence for the Stranahans in 1906, the house is the oldest surviving structure in Broward County.
Colee Hammock Park
Pass by

Colee Hammock Park is a peaceful little spot on the water near Las Olas Boulevard. It is beautiful to look past the tall, old trees and shady lawn to the blue of the water beyond and the boats gliding by. Mansions line the shore of the waterway, making for a nice view. Couples sit on the benches enjoying the serenity.
Pass by

The recently renovated historic hotel was built in the 1930s. It is located on trendy Las Olas Boulevard in downtown Fort Lauderdale, adjacent to shops and restaurants and less than 3 miles from the beach.
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
Pass by

Founded in 1958, NSU Art Museum is a premier destination for exhibitions and programs encompassing all facets of civilization's visual history.
The Museum is the hub of the South Florida Art Coast, situated midway between Miami and Palm Beach in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, one of the fastest growing areas in the U.S. Its distinctive modernist building, which opened in 1986 was designed by the renowned architect Edward Larrabee Barnes. Located in Fort Lauderdale's active Arts and Entertainment District, the Museum is a short walk to the shops, restaurants and galleries of vibrant Las Olas Boulevard as well as to the picturesque Riverwalk waterfront promenade.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Parking available on the street, and ar local municipal lots, Arts & Entertainment Garage(101 SW 5th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33312), and the Broward County Governmental Garage( 151 SW 2 Street, Ft. lauderdale, FL 33301 )

End point

Parking available on the street, and ar local municipal lots, Arts & Entertainment Garage(101 SW 5th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33312), and the Broward County Governmental Garage( 151 SW 2 Street, Ft. lauderdale, FL 33301 )

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maximum number of passengers is 385
All of the Jungle Queen boats are specially designed for sightseeing, pleasure, and have on-board rest room facilities.
Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Guests should arrive at the dock 45 minutes prior to sailing

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

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