A simple southbound day trip

A Freaky Tiki day in Fort Lauderdale is worth the trip from Deerfield Beach.

Deerfield Beach is a little farther north, but Fort Lauderdale is still an easy day trip. Plan for the drive south, then build the Fort Lauderdale part of the day around your charter.

About 18 miles away—usually 30–35 minutes. Check traffic before you leave.

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Friends gathered during a Freaky Tiki celebration in Fort Lauderdale
Worth the drive

The trip south opens up a completely different side of South Florida.

Deerfield Beach is excellent for a laid-back oceanfront stay. Fort Lauderdale brings the busier Intracoastal setting, city views and a private Freaky Tiki outing for everyone from families and work groups to birthday and bachelor or bachelorette parties. It’s an easy day trip, so there’s no need to change hotels.

Getting to the boat from Deerfield Beach

Leave enough time for the drive.

Meet in one place, check traffic and avoid booking dinner immediately after the charter.

Bringing your group out from Deerfield Beach? See our private charter options, take a look around the boat and check dates and prices. Your booking confirmation includes the pickup details.

  • Meet near the beach or one I-95 access point.
  • Travel south in as few vehicles as practical.
  • Avoid putting a fixed dinner immediately after the return.

Things to do in Deerfield Beach

These local stops are worth adding while Deerfield Beach is your home base.

Ready for your Fort Lauderdale boat day?

Deerfield Beach is the home base; Fort Lauderdale is the day trip.

Enjoy the pier, beach and quieter pace where you are staying. When the group wants its own charter, the ride to Fort Lauderdale is a reasonable trade for a few hours together on Freaky Tiki.

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