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Our team of experienced guides is your window into Fort Lauderdale's rich history and vibrant culture. With their deep knowledge of the area, they'll not only narrate your journey but also answer your questions, making each boat cruise a captivating and educational experience.

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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Fort Lauderdale as you cruise along its pristine waterways. From stunning waterfront mansions to lush tropical landscapes, our tours offer a front-row seat to the city's most captivating sights.

At Riverfront Cruises, your happiness is our commitment. We're confident that you'll love every moment of your tour with us, but if for any reason you're not completely delighted, our team is here to make it right and ensure you leave with a smile.

About Our Sightseeing Cruise

Come cruise Ft Lauderdale's magnificent inland waterways in our new, state of the art, air conditioned, safe and comfortable cruise boat! Our modern, elegant ship offers the utmost in comfort as you cruise the rivers of Fort Lauderdale. You'll be impressed by our new

and completely redesigned interior.

Indulge in light snacks, complimentary beer, wine and  soft drinks as well as prosecco, and juices as you absorb the beauty of Fort Lauderdale. Our Venice of America open-top cruise that embarks on daily tours narrating all of Fort Lauderdale featuring Millionaire's Row homes of the rich and famous, Port Everglades, and Old Lauderdale! 

You will hear fascinating narration by your Coast Guard licensed Captain and boat tour host describing the sights, the history and legends of the waterways. Breathtaking views will be yours to see along the tour of the New River, the Intracoastal Waterway and Port Everglades. There's nothing like it! 

Venice Sightseeing in Florida has never been so fun!

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For small group tours, we can customize an itinerary to emphasize your interests. If you have a special request, send us a message, and we will be sure to get back to you soon. Valet parking is available for $15 or free parking is available on the East Side of the Galleria Mall.

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The Jungle Queen Riverboat has been sailing the waterways of Fort Lauderdale for more than 80 years, since 1935.

Jungle Queen Riverboat is famous for the way they treat their guests, navigate the, at times, narrow riverways, and create an entertaining atmosphere for everyone on board.

This cruise takes visitors around the city’s most notable landmarks while providing all entertainment options in one location.

This article covers everything you must know before booking tickets for the Jungle Queen Riverboat. 

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Are you curious about how wealthy people live? Then Jungle Queen Riverboat Cruise is the best way to find out.

Let a guide take you down the ‘Venice of America’ and show you the lavish houses and enormous yachts of the millionaires on a trip that is bound to leave a lasting impression on you!

Witness ostentatious homes worth over $30 million, some of which belong (or have belonged) to famous celebrities such as Shaquille O’Neal, Will Smith, and Oprah Winfrey.

During the cruise, you can satisfy your hunger and thirst as food and drinks are available to purchase on board.

The experienced guides on the cruise will make your trip informative and memorable as they provide details about the surrounding homes, boats, and landmarks, all while adding some humor and answering all your questions.

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Tickets for the Jungle Queen Riverboat Cruise are available to be purchased at the ticket office or online in advance.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the attraction.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the ticket counters.

When you book early, you also get your preferred time slot.

Because some attractions sell a limited number of tickets, they may sell out during peak days. Booking online also helps avoid last-minute disappointment and delays.

Go to the Jungle Queen Riverboat booking page , select your preferred date, timeslot, and the number of tickets, and buy the tickets right away.

After the purchase, you will receive the tickets via email.

You don’t need to carry printouts.

Show the smartphone tickets at the gate on the day of your visit and begin your adventure.

Adult tickets for the Jungle Queen Cruise cost US$35 for all visitors aged 13 and above.

Children aged two to 12 years can get the tickets for a discounted price of US$24. 

Infants up to two years of age can join for free.

Guests can go on a 90-minute Jungle Queen sightseeing cruise and enjoy the city’s riverfront views.

The cruise offers narrated tours along the shimmering waters of Fort Lauderdale’s historic and shimmering New River.

Get an in-depth understanding of the river’s history and identify each mega-yacht owner with your knowledgeable guide’s help.

Visitors can cancel or reschedule their tickets up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

Visitors can upgrade their experience and purchase food and drinks on board the cruise.

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Adult Ticket (13+ years): US$35 Child Ticket (2 to 12 years): US$22 Infant Ticket (up to 2 years): Free

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The meeting point for the Jungle Queen Riverboat will vary depending on the tour option you choose.

It’s important to keep in mind that the meeting location may change.

Visitors should check the booking page before arriving to confirm the exact location.

Jungle Queen Riverboats operate on all days of the week.

Visitors can choose between cruises starting at noon or at 2.30 pm.

Visitors are advised to reach at least 45 minutes before their scheduled departure.

The Jungle Queen cruise lasts approximately 90 minutes. 

The tour length may vary from time to time due to weather or traffic on the waterways.

It is best to book your cruise on a weekday to have the best experience.

Tours on weekends and public holidays tend to be the busiest.

The weather also plays a key role in determining the best time to go on the Jungle Queen Cruise, so its better to check the weather forecast before booking your cruise.

The Jungle Queen Cruise starts from Bahia Mar Yachting Center, and as you sail ahead, you’ll be exposed to sights of renowned sites. 

Catch glimpses of Colee Hammock Park, RiverWalk  Fort Lauderdale, Abreu Park, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Broward County Convention Center, and many more!

Keep an eye out for the Millionaires Row; you never know, you may spot P.Diddy sipping a cup of coffee in his garden!

Here are some questions visitors usually ask before taking the Jungle Queen Riverboat Cruise.

Yes, it is best to buy tickets in advance to ensure availability and have a hassle-free experience.

No, the ticket does not include food and beverages. However, visitors are free to buy the food onboard.

Yes, the cruise is wheelchair accessible.

Yes, visitors will be provided with jackets when getting on the Jungle Queen cruise.

No, outside food and drinks are not allowed on the cruise.

It is recommended that visitors wear casual clothing and comfortable shoes to have the most comfortable experience.

No, pets are not allowed on the cruise.

The upper and lower decks of the riverboat can accommodate up to 385 passengers.

Yes, there are restrooms on the lower decks of the cruise.

Visitors are welcome to sit on the upper deck. However, only crew members can access the top pilothouse deck.

Yes, limited power outlets are accessible for customer use on cruises. Please check with a crew member regarding availability.

Yes. The cruise has full-service bars. There’s beer, wine, rum punch, pia coladas, and other specialty cocktails. Please remember that all persons consuming alcohol in Florida must be over 21 years old. 

Yes, there is parking near the Box Office at the Bahia Mar Hotel. Metered parking is available for a cost. There is limited handicapped parking at the dock.

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Local news | fort lauderdale may embrace controversial neighborhood mural.

FORT LAUDERDALE — A neighborhood mural that sprang to life in River Oaks without the required city approvals might get to stay after all.

Normally, public murals require commission approval and vetting by the city’s Public Art and Placement Advisory Board.

Ted Inserra, president of the River Oaks Civic Association, admits to jumping the gun and ignoring that process in a rush to beautify an area left barren after mangroves were chopped down.

The trees were removed months ago as part of a major drainage project. In their place, two safety walls were erected at the corner of Southwest 20 Street and Coconut Drive to keep cars from driving into the canal below, city officials say.

In mid-February, local artist Linkie Marais painted a mural of a vivid green forest on the northern wall.

On Monday, Inserra appeared before the public art board to plead his case.

“It was just a cement wall — imagine that,” Inserra told the board. “That corner is like the heart of River Oaks. And to see what was happening to this creek was kind of heartbreaking . We wanted to do something nice.”

After hearing from Inserra, the board agreed to recommend that city commissioners grant the mural retroactive approval.

“We’re not here to take away a mural,” said Joshua Carden, Fort Lauderdale’s Cultural Affairs Officer. “We’re here to retroactively make it right.”

Inserra got this advice from Martha Gutiérrez Steinkamp, the board’s vice chair: “When you leave here, know we are on your side. We just want it to follow the process.”

Before heading out, Inserra apologized to the board.

“I have the tendency to pull the trigger sometimes,” he said.

The commission is expected to vote on the matter in the coming weeks.

Warren Sturman, the district commissioner, could not be reached for comment.

Commissioner Steve Glassman says he’s hoping the mural can be approved retroactively, but he’s just one of five people who will decide.

“While I appreciate the enthusiasm of the neighborhood, there is a process to follow,” Glassman said. “It’s not just, ‘Let’s paint a wall.’ Does it need to be primed? Was it sealed properly? Hopefully we can figure all this out.”

Inserra says he hopes to get commission approval to paint a mural on the second wall too.

Despite all the trouble, Inserra says he has no regrets.

“I’m not the first one in my family to be active in the community and get things done,” he said. “My dad would have done the same thing.”

Susannah Bryan can be reached at [email protected]. Follow me on X @Susannah_Bryan

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Fort Lauderdale is looking at raising roads to battle rising seas

by Susannah Bryan, South Florida Sun-Sentinel

It's a scary thought: Sea levels rising by as much as 2 feet, swallowing up land, homes and everything else not on high ground.

It could happen as soon as 2060, experts say.

Fort Lauderdale, with its overabundance of low-lying neighborhoods both inland and along the coast, is already looking at one drastic, "last-resort" option to help keep streets high and dry: Raising roads.

Higher seawalls, bigger pipes and better pumping stations won't be enough to armor the city, Fort Lauderdale officials warn.

Fort Lauderdale is seeking input from experts with the Urban Land Institute, a nonprofit organization made up of land-use experts who also have offered guidance to other cities vulnerable to flooding, including New Orleans, Boston, New York City, Chicago and El Paso.

A panel of ULI experts recently toured Fort Lauderdale's most flood-prone neighborhoods, then held two public meetings with the community to hear from residents and share what might lie ahead.

During the first meeting, Fort Lauderdale resident Judy Mudge told panelists she's about to grow gills and fins.

"We're really impacted by the king tides," she said of her Las Olas Isles neighborhood. "It's really frustrating. The road becomes a river. The seawall does not stop the water. We really need your help."

'Living in a bathtub'

Resident John Roth chimed in.

"We are living in the bottom of a bathtub," he said. "People are running out to buy high-clearance vehicles or a boat. I have both. We're still building road diets around here (where lanes are removed to slow down traffic). That's the wrong way to go, guys. You have to (give) people (a way) to escape."

Fort Lauderdale is raising seawalls, upgrading drainage and installing tidal valves in an attempt to reduce coastal flooding , Assistant Public Works Director Nancy Gassman said. But for flood-prone areas where upgrades have not solved the problem, roadway elevation has been proposed as the next potential solution.

ULI's advisory panel plans to return to Fort Lauderdale in a few months with a list of recommendations for the city on how to choose which roads to raise and suggestions on how high to raise them. The panelists will also suggest ways to find funding.

A controversial road-raising project is already underway in Miami Beach, where some residents are complaining of roads so high that lawns flood while streets stay dry.

If a road is raised by 2 feet, nearby homes can flood unless they are elevated along with the road. And that can cost a pretty penny.

Raising a home above base elevation can cost anywhere from $30,000 to more than $100,000, according to FL Home Builder.

"Road elevation is the last resort," Commissioner Steve Glassman told the South Florida Sun Sentinel on Friday. "Miami Beach had issues, but we have to learn from that. How do we mitigate those issues? I think we can learn from those who have already done this. And you do a better job when you learn from mistakes that have been made."

If Fort Lauderdale officials move forward with a plan to elevate roads, they are likely going to get pushback from homeowners, said Kitty McGowan, a local activist who has served on Fort Lauderdale's Marine Advisory Board.

"If you put a mountain next to something that's lower, the water is going to run down," McGowan said.

To avoid a deluge, residents would have to pay an "insane" amount to have their homes elevated to the same level as the road, McGowan said.

McGowan lives in Fort Lauderdale's Edgewood neighborhood, where nearly 300 homes were damaged in a record-breaking rainstorm that hit last year on April 12—including McGowan's. Many homeowners did not have flood insurance.

"I lost everything," McGowan said. "It took nine months to get back in my house. Dozens of people in my neighborhood are still displaced. We were ground zero for that flood."

Retreating from the coast?

Another option considered by some coastal cities is what is known as managed retreat, where property owners voluntarily leave flood-prone areas.

Municipalities typically rely on planning, zoning and environmental impact assessments to subtly manage retreat, according to a report authored by Gabriella Mickel published last year in the UCLA Journal of Environmental Law Policy.

"For example, Punta Gorda limits new development in flood-prone areas and prohibits hard shoreline armoring," Mickel wrote. "Punta Gorda has also utilized another managed retreat tactic—buyouts. Punta Gorda buys out properties to help people move away from the coastline. It then uses the land to build living shorelines that buffer floods and facilitate the inland migration of coastal habitats."

Fort Lauderdale officials have made no mention of buying out private property owners—not yet, anyway.

"How do you tell people it's not really worth trying to save your street or your home?" Glassman said. "It's scary. It's a scary thought. But it might be the reality of the future. But that's part of a much larger discussion."

Last year, Fort Lauderdale commissioners gave unanimous approval to new seawall height requirements, increasing the minimum top elevation from 3.9 feet to 5 feet.

Seawalls are not cheap.

A homeowner with a 100-foot-long seawall might end up paying anywhere from $125,000 to $200,000.

The new rule, mandated by Broward County to address sea-level rise and tidal flooding, will apply to homeowners who fall into one of three categories:

• Those who are building a new seawall.
• Those with seawalls in significant disrepair, with damage to more than 50% of the structure.
• Those with seawalls so low that tidal flooding breaches the seawall and sends water into neighboring yards and nearby roadways.

In March 2020, Broward County adopted new seawall standards for more than a dozen cities susceptible to high-tide flooding and gave them two years to adopt the new rules.

Several cities have already done so, including Hollywood, Dania Beach, Hallandale Beach, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Wilton Manors, Oakland Park and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.

Fort Lauderdale homeowners cited by the city will have one year to build or replace their seawall . If they miss the 365-day deadline, they can be fined $100 a day.

2024 South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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