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Jungle Queen Riverboat in Fort Lauderdale

The Jungle Queen Riverboat is a popular attraction for South Florida residents, especially when friends and family are in town. The popular cruise started in 1935

The iconic vessel floats along the lovely New River in Fort Lauderdale and offers a narrated sightseeing excursion and a stop-over on  “private island,” and there is a dinner cruise option with a variety show.

Discounts of 10 percent are offered for military and first responders. 

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Jungle Queen Riverboat prices

  • Dinner excursion for 13 and older  is $78.86, including tax. For seniors, it is $73.63, for ages 3-12, it is $54.77; and for children 2 and younger it is $21.20.
  • Sightseeing excursions prices are 13 and older, $34.90; seniors, $31.64; ages 3-12, $23.68; free for 2 and younger

Parking is $4 an hour, or $11 for 6 hours    

Discounts are rare, but you will find any promotions listed here.  Opportunities include:

  • Military and first responders receive 10 percent off for up to 5 people in party
  • 2-for-1 deals for Broward Attractions and Museums Month on eligible excursions

Information is on the website or call 954-462-5596.

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