Head to Ft Lauderdale, Florida for a ride on the world-famous dinner cruise on the Jungle Queen riverboat. With plenty of options to choose, you are sure to have a great time on this beloved riverboat cruise. With an easily accessed parking lot and box office, the Jungle Queen makes your travel simple. Climb aboard the Jungle Queen boat at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center near Ft Lauderdale Beach and be prepared to relax and unwind on a ship that is raved about in guest reviews.
Each cruise is a fully narrated tour with your tour guide providing plenty of information on the New River, also known as the ‘Venice of America’. As you sip on island-style alcoholic beverages, relax and take in the scenery of Millionaire’s Row and downtown Ft Lauderdale. During the cruise, you will also have the opportunity to visit the tropical 'Indian village,' which is brimming with private island-like adventures. While at the tropical isle location, you will enjoy a delicious dinner featuring chicken and shrimp, baby back ribs, hot dogs, and barbecue as well as see exotic animals such as koi fish and tropical birds. Make sure to bring your appetite, because the Jungle Queen dinner cruise is all-you-can-eat. During your meal, you will enjoy live entertainment, complete with fire performances, singing, dancing, magic acts, and hilarious skits. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the beauty of Ft Lauderdale as seen aboard this old-fashioned cruise ship.
The New River: The Venice of America
The New River in Ft Lauderdale originates in Port Everglades, offering one of the most unique river environments in the country. It is home to everything from the baby alligator to exotic birds. Ft Lauderdale itself is nicknamed the Venice of America for its intricate and expansive intracoastal waterway that stretches across the city. As beautiful homes dot the river’s coast, it is easy to see why the nickname was inspired by the beautiful Italian metropolis.
Millionaire’s Row
Ft Lauderdale is home to many luxurious waterfront homes and yachts of the rich and famous. As you cruise the boat on Millionaire’s Row, you’ll enjoy sights of their multi-million dollar mansions, Mega Yachts, and beautiful landscaping. Those who enjoy architecture, sightseeing, and celebrity life are sure to have an amazing time on this boat ride.
The 500-passenger riverboat offers plenty of great amenities as well including a snack bar filled with chips, water, sodas, liquor, wine, coffee, and more to keep you satisfied on the sightseeing cruise. This exciting dinner cruise is definitely a fantastic activity to add to any Ft Lauderdale excursion. After your adventure, you will be brought back to Bahia Mar where you can experience the rest of the fun Ft Lauderdale has to offer. Whether you embark upon a sightseeing tour in the city, grab some ice cream at one of the beloved local restaurants, or visit Las Olas shops, there are many activities and hotel options for your vacation.