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Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter

By A Day on the Water
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Your PRIVATE sailboat charter is hosted by Captain Dan, a licensed captain with 20 years of local sailing experience. Call to make arrangements for a private sail. Beginning 4/15/2021 --2 passengers bookings will be semi Private. 4 to 6 passengers booking will be a private group You will board the "Wind Pirate", a very comfortable 40ft sailboat, from a private residence with parking. Complimentary bottled water & ice, as well as cups, plates and a fresh water shower are provided. You are welcome to bring food and beverage of your choice as yacht has refrigeration. Your Sailing Charter begins and ends two miles from Fort Lauderdale Beach. You will cruise down the historic Fort Lauderdale New River through Downtown. You will pass millionaires row, mega yachts and Port Everglades set sail in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. The Captain is always happy to discuss with you various sailing options to design your perfect day.
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$165.00
per adult (price varies by group size)
from
$165.00
per adult (price varies by group size)
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Ages 1-99
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
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Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best
2022
  • Bottled water, Ice, Cups and plates, cutlery
  • Entry/Admission - A Day on the Water
What's not included
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Departure details
  • 937 Mandarin Isle, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, USA
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 68236P1
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Child life jackets available.
  • Flotation devices available.
  • Refrigeration available.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
A note from Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter
  • Limit charter capacity to private parties only, allowing for social distancing Encourage frequent guest handwashing and supplies to support healthy hygiene behaviors Face Coverings among all staff, as feasible Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces Provide disposable cups
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Contactless payment for gratuities and add-ons
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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How much is Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter?
Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter price starts from $165.00. Discover and book Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter on Tripadvisor
What is the Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter cancellation policy?
Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter on Tripadvisor
Which company provides Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter?
Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter is hosted by A Day on the Water. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact A Day on the Water on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter on Tripadvisor
How much time do I need for Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter?
On average, this experience will take approximately 4h. Discover and book Fort Lauderdale Sailing Charter on Tripadvisor
If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 68236P1
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Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    937 Mandarin Isle
    937 Mandarin Isle, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, USA
    See address & details
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    A Day on the Water
    Stop: 4 hours - Admission included
    Your charter will begin and end at a private residence. We will board with group pictures to remember your day. Depending on the tour selected, our Sailing Charters are four hours or two-hours. Your host will be Captain Dan, a licensed boat captain with over 20 years of local sailing experience. You will be provided a variety of options based on your groups’ preference and weather. We welcome Anniversaries, Birthday Parties, Bachelor and Bachelorette wedding parties, Engagement experience, Picnics, sunset date nights or just chilling. You may want to ride the bow in a bean bag chair and sip a cocktails, sail in the Atlantic Ocean, or swim and snorkel. You may want to drive the boat under sail and learn how to sail. The day belongs to you. The sailboat is well equipped will all necessary safety equipment; Your Safety is our responsibility.
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  • You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator

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By: A Day on the Water
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mikerazey
mikerazey
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Fantastic Sailing Lesson!
Sailing on the Wind Pirate with Captain Dan was a fantastic experience! My fiancé and I were interested in learning…
debraleaa
debraleaa
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Sailing for my birthday
I was looking for an outdoor activity to celebrate my birthday, and I’d never gone sailing. When this popped up on …
Cindy L
Cindy L
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Loved sailing with Captain Dan!
We had a great time sailing for an afternoon with Captain Dan! The sailboat was roomy and Dan gave a great narratio…
160grahamk
160grahamk
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Great sail
We really enjoyed our 4hr private sail with Captain Dan. We were in very capable hands. He took time to teach us a…
Cruzangirl
Cruzangirl
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Sister’s Birthday Celbration
We spent a beautiful 1/2 day sailing with Captain Dan. Everything was perfect from our initial greeting (by his wif…
chewedpup
chewedpup
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What a great day out and lovely to have made new friends
It was an outstanding day, going out sailing, captain dan and first mate tracy were wonderful, following social dis…
harrymO9704JV
harrymO9704JV
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Sailing Chart with Captain Dan
We had a great trip on the Wind Pirate! Dan and his wife made us feel welcome from the start. Cruised through the…
387indy
387indy
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A Day on the Water
The weather is just perfect, if you have a boat that's great; if you have a friend with a boat that's better. You c…
630ilet
630ilet
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Fun Time
Had a great and lovely tour with captain Dan and his wife. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a good…
Glasgow1900
Glasgow1900
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Fantastic 4 hours with captain Dan
What a fantastic day. Don’t be put off or be concerned at the location as it’s captain Dan’s home. Lovely sail boat…
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judithhY6200AD
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Water Taxi
This was really good going up and down the waterways, looking at all the great mansions and the guides were excelle…
AdmiralWilbur
AdmiralWilbur
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Amazing day sailing experience!
Captain Dan was fantastic, knowledgeable, and willing to customize your experience to however you like it. We had e…
Explorer781891
Explorer781891
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My Day on the water
Excellent for people who like to pop in and out of different location. ALong the route offers some excellent eatin…
Elyse H
Elyse H
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Captain Dan!
Captain Dan was amazing. We had such a great time on the water - book with him, you won't regret it! Thank you for …
MMcCartney27
MMcCartney27
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Excellent trip
We had an excellent time! Dan and Tracey were great and their boat was really nice. My husband is really interested…
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JamesHoliday007
toronto, canada16 contributions
Great Sailing Charter
Feb 2023
I have been on a few boating charters before but this was my first sailing charter. My wife and I booked a 4-hour semi-private charter for two. We were joined by one other gentleman and of course Captain Dan.

Based on the previous Trip Advisor reviews for this charter I was pretty sure we were going to have a great experience, and I wasn't wrong. It was immediately evident that Captain Dan was a personable, competent and experienced sailor as he navigated the tight rivers, the intracoastal waterways and draw bridges and then finally the Atlantic.

We did stop for a swim in the Atlantic and Dan offered us snorkeling equipment but we opted out on the snorkeling as we wanted to continue sailing the waves.

The 4-hour experience went by far to fast but isn't that always the case when you are enjoying yourselves.

This sailing charter gets my 100% recommendation and we felt the price point for this charter was extremely reasonable for the experience offered. He books up fast and we were lucky to find an open date so book early if you can.
Written February 24, 2023
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Andy S
3 contributions
An amazing sunset cruise in rough waters!
Feb 2021
Captain Dan is the best! On the second to last day in Florida, and for a post Valentine’s Day romantic excursion, we booked “A Day on the Water” with Captain Dan. He and First Mate Tracy (his wife), were so welcoming upon arrival. He is knowledgeable on all the local history and the general area. As it turns out, the waters were a bit rough on our excursion and created a bit of sea sickness. Captain Dan was very experienced in navigating and considerate in minimizing the effects of the waves. As we cruised back into the intercoastal channels, the seasickness subsided and he graciously retrieved our champagne from the lower deck so that we could enjoy the remainder of the cruise in grand style. We would highly recommend this excursion both for the opportunity to be with Captain Dan as well as the great value he provides for four hours on a wonderful sailboat.
Written March 2, 2021
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Andrea E
1 contribution
Special in every way!
Feb 2023
Perfect!! Everything was perfect...from beginning to end. Captain Dan is a skilled sailor and wonderful host. He not only gives you a spectacular sail off the coast of Ft Lauderdale, in the big beautiful Atlantic; he is also your tour guide as you motor through the New River and Intracoastal. His lovely wife, Tracy, greets you and prepares you for your journey. She takes a group photo of your party as you leave the dock and will send a copy to each as a souvenir.
This was our second sail on the Wind Pirate and I am looking forward to a third in the near future.
It is a Day on the Water you will never regret or forget!
Written February 17, 2023
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beachrobin12
Ocean View, DE22 contributions
Fabulous cruise with Capt. Dan!
Beautful, well maintained 40 ft. sailboat and a friendly, skilled captain who made sure we were comfortable and happy over our 4 hour adventure. We motored along the New River for 45 min. and were amazed by the "millions of dollar" homes and huge yachts floating out front and the tour of downtown Ft. Lauderdale. Once we got to the ocean the sea was rough but our captain was very skilled in maneuvering his boat and keeping us safe. We had taken Dramamine before we left and were glad we did.
Finished with anchoring in calm water and swimming off the boat. Motored back to Capt. Dan's home at sunset and the scenes earlier in day were now bathed in lights. A truly spectacular day and happy memories made!
Written February 18, 2021
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jamie
4 contributions
Captain Dan is the man..
Jul 2021
From the first phone call to the end of the sail, it was over the top in terms of service and going above and beyond our expectations.
Captain Dan and his wife Tracy were pleasant, knowledgeable, funny, and like most in the boating community.. easy going.

My 93 year old dad and his girlfriend are still talking about how much fun they had months later. He even was able to pilot the boat out in open sea and jumped in the water with the rest of us in a sheltered cove.
I'm looking forward to doing this again my next trip out there. I'd highly recommend it to anyone who would like " a day on the water" and not be on a huge commercial boat with a lot of strangers.
Written September 5, 2021
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5newtravelers
CT Shoreline27 contributions
Sailing Fun!
Absolutely recommend! Super captain, made everyone comfortable, great story telling about the area, but most importantly a great sail...! We did the 2:30pm cruise, the way back was amazing sunset, moon rise, as picturesque and relaxing as you dream about. The highlight of our vacation in Ft Lauderdale.
Written March 7, 2023
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Philip W
Newton, MA71 contributions
Beautiful sail expertly captained
Jan 2022 • Couples
What a delightful afternoon! Captain Dan was welcoming and Covid-careful, which we greatly appreciated. He guided us through a network of beautiful canals, offering just enough and not too much local history along the way, greeting every drawbridge operator by name as we headed out to a gorgeous ocean sail. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Written January 22, 2022
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Stacy K
1 contribution
A nice break from DIsney!
Nov 2021
My husband used to sail and wanted me to have the experience to see if we wanted to get back into it. Dan was quick to respond to initial phone call for reservation and he and his wife were both professional, friendly and organized. The trip was very pleasant, although the seas were a bit rough, giving me a realistic idea of sailing. My husband was allowed at the helm and I simply enjoyed.
Written November 15, 2021
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dtvogen
Canonsburg, PA231 contributions
Awesome Experience
Apr 2021
We went on a private 4 hour cruise. Captain Dan and First Mate Tracey are awesome, so welcoming, friendly, professional yet easy-going, well-prepared, experienced, and knowledgeable. The 4 hours trip was so relaxing, and provided such a great Ft Lauderdale experience, really getting access to the city and intercoastal ways, seeing so much you don't see walking up and down the beach. Dan would do anything and had so much insight into the entire area. You could quickly understand how much experience he has boating and in the FLL area. We had 3 adults and 2 late teens and enjoyed the trip so much. We look forward to another trip in the future.
Written April 3, 2021
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Beth C
Lubbock, TX18 contributions
Perfect day Sailing
Feb 2023
We had an amazing afternoon with Captain Dan on the Sail Wind Pirate! Tracy and Dan are very professional and made sure all our needs were taken care of. The afternoon was perfect with Captain Dan letting us pick how we wanted to spend our time. I would highly recommend Sail Wild Pirate and Captain Dan to anyone who lives in Ft. Lauderdale, or is traveling to Florida and wants an amazing day on the water!
Written March 13, 2023
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