Make the water the highlight of the trip

Fort Lauderdale Vacation Boat Charters

You made it to Fort Lauderdale. Now get out on the water. Bring the whole vacation crew, up to 22 guests, for a private afternoon of music, waterfront views and time to relax.

Vacation group enjoying a private Freaky Tiki charter in Fort Lauderdale

Private two to eight hour charters for up to 22 guests, starting as low as $550.

Why it works

This is a good use of a vacation day.

Add a private Fort Lauderdale boat charter to your South Florida vacation with Intracoastal cruising, BYOB coolers and room for up to 22.

  • Your own private boat for up to 22 guests
  • Bring your drinks—we’ll have the coolers and ice ready.
  • Captain, mate and fuel included
  • Private onboard restroom

See the city from a seat on the boat

Watch the bridges open, check out the waterfront homes and see which yacht your friends would pick. Cruising Fort Lauderdale’s canals and Intracoastal gives you plenty to look at while you catch up, take photos and enjoy the breeze.

Your vacation crew gets the whole boat

Get everyone together for a private boat day, with room for up to 22 guests. Your captain and mate are included, along with coolers, ice, a sound system, private bathroom, seating and floating mat.

A few hours here, or a whole day

Two or three hours leaves room for the beach, shopping or dinner. Four is the favorite for more cruising and sandbar time when conditions allow. Five, six or eight hours gives you an unhurried day to enjoy having the boat to yourselves.

Bring a bit of your vacation aboard

Your favorite snacks, a playlist from the trip and a phone ready for photos are a good start. Add drinks, towels and sun protection. Check the calendar for your date, then use your confirmation to plan the ride to Cox’s Landing. The crew will take it from there.

Keep the boat day simple

Put a boat day on the vacation calendar.

Choose the date while everyone’s plans are still open. We can help you find the right amount of time on the water.

Book the boat day first

Choose the charter day before filling the schedule with dinners and other fixed reservations.

Plan group transportation

Use the confirmed pickup point from the booking and arrange enough seats for the entire party.

Pack once for everyone

Send a shared list for drinks, snacks, towels, sunscreen, swimwear and phone protection.

Before you book

See what’s on the boat, what to bring and the policies for your trip. Then choose a date and check the total.

Independent guest feedback

What visiting groups say about Freaky Tiki.

Google review.

Awesome boat, amazing crew, beautiful scenery.

Damon P. • Mar 2026
Google review.

Our captain was amazing—super chill, played great music, and took us to a perfect sandbar spot. 10/10 experience.

Isabelle O. • Apr 2026
Google review.

Great time, right on time, comfy seats in the shade.

Melinda W. • Jun 2026
Google review.

The crew was great! Very easy to find the boat and communicated well! Such a fun boat for a girls trip!

Cathryn P. • Jun 2026
Google review.

Incredible hosts, fantastic vibes, wonderful time out on the water. If you're in Fort Lauderdale... this is the boat you're looking for.

Jake I. • May 2026
Google review.

Great time, well organized, and very accommodating.

William M. • 2025

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Plan the rest of your weekend

Local ideas for food, activities and timing before or after your charter.

Frequently asked questions

Is a private boat charter worth adding to a Fort Lauderdale vacation?

For groups that want to experience the city’s waterways together, a private charter combines sightseeing, music, water time and a group activity in one reservation.

Can a vacation group of more than 12 stay on one boat?

Yes. Freaky Tiki welcomes private groups of up to 22 guests, which can prevent larger vacation parties from having to split across several boats.

What comes with our private boat charter?

Every Freaky Tiki private charter includes the 40-foot boat, a captain and mate, standard-route fuel, two coolers filled with ice, a private bathroom, the Rockford Fosgate sound system and a floating mat. Connect your phone and bring the drinks, ready-to-eat food and towels your group wants for the day.

Cruise ship viewed from the Freaky Tiki deck near Port Everglades

Ready to bring everyone together?

Choose your date and trip length to see live availability and your total cost.