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🐊 Everglades Park Tour (With Airboat Ride & Gator Show)

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• Adults $ 59  –  $ 64
• Children ( Ages 3 - 17 ) – $ 54
• Infants   (Under 3 years) – Free

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The main pick-up spot, hotel pickup and return, your tour includes....

• Holiday Park admission (a $41 value!)
• 1-hour airboat tour (50% longer than other places)
• Live show by the Gator Boys from Animal Planet TV
• Free professional grade group photo (a $7 value)
• Luggage storage on the bus

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Miami Everglades Tour and Airboat Adventure with Transportation

• Immerse yourself in Florida's untouched wilderness, experiencing the thrill of an airboat ride through Miami's wetlands.
• Witness rare and endangered species in their natural habitats, including alligators, native birds, and snakes.
• Enjoy an exciting alligator show and hold a baby gator. Remember your camera for this unique photo opportunity!
• Afterward, explore a walking trail, enjoy a delicious meal onsite, and grab a souvenir from the gift shop.
• Hassle-free round trip transportation from Downtown Miami or Miami Beach hotels included. Book now to avoid disappointment!

Take an Everglades airboat tour and see Florida's wilderness up-close. At nearly 1.5 million acres in size, this unique wetland habitat is home to numerous rare and endangered species. Your tour of the Everglades will take you through this preserved wilderness on a 30-minute airboat ride, followed by an alligator show and time to explore a lush walking trail.

With this Miami tour, you will be picked up from your Downtown Miami or Miami Beach hotel and transported to the Everglades. There you will board an airboat and glide through the wilderness made up of wet grasslands and hardwood hammocks. During this Everglades tour, you are likely to catch a glimpse of endangered wildlife as you skim across the glassy water in the preserved Florida ecosystem. Your expert airboat captain will be happy to point out the alligators, native birds and snakes, as well as other exotic wildlife in their natural habitat. This is Florida in its purest form.

After the airboat ride, take in the alligator wildlife show and get as close as is safe to these amazing reptiles. You will be left with plenty of time to experience the walking trail filled with flora and fauna exhibits. Stop in at the restaurant and have some lunch or just grab a snack. Be sure to pick up a souvenir at the gift shop on your way out so that you will have something to remind you of this incredible adventure.

Don't forget your camera, as you'll even be given the opportunity to hold a baby gator during this thrilling Everglades wilderness tour. After you've had your fill of fun, you'll be shuttled back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the great city of Miami on your own.

Please Note: If you are arriving by cruise ship, please select the Bayside Marketplace as your pick up location. The Bayside Marketplace is an approximately 25 minute walk or a 5 to 10 minute taxi ride (not included, approximately $15 US each way) from the pier. This tour is not a transfer tour, and luggage cannot be accommodated.

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• Sunrise/Sunset Private Airboat Tour
• Half Day and Full Day Airboat Fishing Trips
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• Night Private Airboat Tour
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Welcome to our Everglades airboat tours from Miami ! Our Everglades trip from Miami is a thrilling adventure through one of the world’s most unique ecosystems. To begin your journey, we offer convenient pick-up locations in Miami to Everglades tour, including downtown Miami and Miami Beach. Our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides will transport you to the Everglades Tours from Miami, where you’ll embark on an unforgettable journey through the swamps and marshes.

Where are we offering pick-up locations?

If you are staying in Miami Beach or Downtown Miami, our pick-up locations include:

• Lauderdale Hollywood Int’l Airport
• Palm Beach Intl’ Airport

What do Our Excursions Have to Offer You?

Our excursions offer a fun and educational experience through the heart of the Everglades experience in Miami. To start your adventure, we offer convenient pick-up locations in Miami, including downtown Miami and Miami Beach. Our experienced guides will transport you to the Everglades, where you’ll explore the unique ecosystem and learn about its history and wildlife. Book your Everglades Miami excursion today and get ready to experience the beauty of the Everglades!

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Our tour offers a comprehensive and immersive experience of this iconic park. To begin your journey, we offer convenient pick-up locations in Miami, including downtown Miami and Miami Beach. Our knowledgeable guides will transport you from Miami to Everglades national park tour, where you’ll explore the diverse landscape and learn about its unique flora and fauna. Come on board with us and experience this memorable trip to Everglades from Miami.

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Please note that our tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off service for your convenience. When booking your tour, please provide us with your hotel information, and we will arrange for a pick-up time that works best for you.

Our tour bus will be clearly marked with our company logo, and our driver will contact you at the designated pick-up time to ensure a smooth and timely departure. Please be ready and waiting at the designated pick-up location at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.

We are excited to have you join us for a thrilling adventure into the heart of the Everglades tours near Miami. So, contact us and book your Everglades trip from Miami today! We look forward to seeing you on the Miami to Everglades tour!

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Depart the Port of Miami by air-conditioned coach with a knowledgeable guide and drive for approximately one hour to enter Everglades National Park. This world renowned eco-system covers about 5,000 square miles and is home to most of Florida's alligators, snakes, black bear, wild pigs, over two hundred species of birds including herons, egrets, white ibis, anhingas, roseate spoonbills, wood storks, ospreys, hawks, vultures, eagles and more, plus the endangered and nocturnal Florida Panther - less than 100 remaining in the wild.

Board your airboat for a thirty minute exhilarating ride over this “River of Grass” and hopefully come face to face with a number of these different creatures. Enjoy the Alligator Show and take home a complimentary photo next to a baby alligator. Afterwards enjoy the various crocodilian exhibits, visit the souvenir shop or perhaps try out the alligator nuggets in the snack bar. On the drive to the airport learn about the Miccosukee and the extremely wealthy Seminoles, the two Florida tribes of Native American Indians.

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Gator Park is open every day. No reservations required, just show up!

NPS Entrance Fee is now $8 per person for adults, free for seniors, children under 16, National Park passholders, military and veterans.

Please be advised that holding live baby alligator for a photo is no longer allowed. Thank you for your understanding.

We have a limitied availability for private tours. Please call to make reservation in advance. 

Walk-ins are always welcome!

Attention Drivers: Please exercise increased caution while traveling on US41 due to current road conditions. Stay alert, reduce speed , and maintain a safe following distance. 

Welcome to GATOR PARK

An alligator adventure in the heart of the everglades national park..

Looking for some serious gator action? Gator Park is the premier airboat tour in the Florida Everglades to spy these fierce reptiles. Airboat rides depart every few minutes, so your Everglades experience begins the moment you arrive. We also offer private airboat tours for a more up close and personal look at the alligators .

The Everglades National Park is known for its vast wildlife, many of whom you’ll meet on your airboat tour. From endangered birds you won’t find anywhere else to small creatures that live among these wild alligators , you’ll see Florida as few people do.

The Everglades' marine life includes more than 200,000 alligators, so you’re guaranteed to spy quite a few on your Everglades tour! American crocodiles and fish, including large mouth bass,  blue gil and catfish, are also frequent guest stars on the tour.

More than 28 different snakes - a few of which are venomous – also call the Everglades home, alongside the beautiful and elusive endangered Florida panther.

Experience this unique Miami, Florida attraction by booking your airboat ride through the Everglades National Park today. Give us a call at 800-559-2205 or buy tour tickets online now.

Ready to meet the gators? You’ve come to the right place. Buy your airboat tour tickets online and save time and money at the park. No reservations required! Your tickets will be available at Gator Park on the day of your airboat safari.

Airboat Tours

Get ready for the ride of your life. The Gator Park Airboat Tour begins by winding down the canal, providing plenty of photo ops to catch wildlife in their natural habitat. Experienced guides offer tips to ensure you spot alligators large and small...

Wildlife Show

Go beyond the Everglades with Gator Park's famous alligator and wildlife show and watch alligators from just a few steps away! This barehanded technique was originally used to capture alligators and showcases the great power and agility of the gators.

ALLIGATOR TOUR HOURS & RATES

Looking for a unique change of pace from other Florida tourist attractions? An Everglades airboat safari is just what you need. Gator Park is open and ready for your Everglades adventure every day, rain or shine! (The gators like the rain.)

Monday – Sunday:

• 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Last wildlife show:

Last airboat departure:

Tickets to Gator Park include admission, airboat ride through the Everglades and watch alligators at the Wildlife show. Buy tickets online and save. 

• Adults: $29.99 ($29.99 at the gate)
• Children: $19.99 (Kids 1-5 years old ride for free!)

Private airboat tours run on your schedule and are a great way to get up close and personal with the gators. Rates are by the hour.

• 1-4 People: $595.00
• 5-6 People: $695.00
• 7-10 People: $895.00
• 11-15 People: $995.00
• 16-24 People: $1495.00

$8 National Park Service entry fee is not included.

Excluded from National Park entrance fees:

• Children under the age of 16
• National Park passholders
• Senior citizens (62+ years of age)
• Active Military personnel with proper ID

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diner's Club cards accepted for all our Everglades attractions.

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• Your excursion begins and ends at the location of your choice including Port Miami, Port Everglades, or your Hotel 
• Your excursion begins at the time of your choice and when your group is ready.
• If you have luggage, it will stay securely in our clean vehicles
• Complimentary flight check in for your return home
• Enjoy complimentary water and snacks
• Experienced tour director and driver stay with your group
• We provide an in depth, interactive, fun and memorable exploration​
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• The exploration begins and ends at the location of your choice such as a hotel, cruise ship or convention center  
• For explorations ending at the airport, we provide complimentary flight check in for your return home within the US
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• A more in depth exploration such as a longer airboat ride or having time to explore Little Havana, South Beach, and Lincoln Road
• Memories that will last a lifetime such as holding a baby alligator
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IN SPEAKING WITH RHONDA, THE GROUP LEADER, UPON THEIR RETURN, SHE STATED THAT THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH YOU AND YOUR COMPANY WAS JUST WONDERFUL. I WAS VERY PLEASED TO HEAR THAT AND I EXPECTED AS MUCH. IN WORKING WITH YOU, IT WAS REALLY A PLEASURE. YOU RESPONDED TO MY CALLS AND EMAILS VERY QUICKLY, WHICH WAS MOST HELPFUL TO ME. WHAT WAS MOST IMPORTANT TO ME WAS YOUR WANTING TO MAKE THIS EVERGLADES EXCURSION A VERY MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE FOR ALL OF THE MEMBERS OF THE GROUP AND THAT PROVED TO THE CASE WITH MY DISCUSSION WITH RHONDA. I FOUND YOU TO BE ONE OF THE MOST PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE THAT I HAVE DEALT WITH IN ALL OF MY YEARS IN THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY AS A TRAVEL AGENT. I WISH THERE WERE MORE PEOPLE IN OUR SERVICE INDUSTRY LIKE THAT TODAY. I THANK YOU AGAIN AND WHEN THE OPPORTUNITY PRESENTS ITSELF FOR TRANSFERS AND SIGHTSEEING I WILL LOOK TO YOU AND YOUR COMPANY.   KINDEST REGARDS, DIANE L RUDERT

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Everglades Tours from Miami

This post will help you find an Everglades tour from Miami that best fits your schedule and meets your expectations.

We will cover details about prices, services provided, activities included, and more.

• Airboat Tours
• Kayak Tours
• Swamp Walks
• Tours From Miami

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WHY VISIT THE EVERGLADES?

The Florida Everglades is a region of subtropical wetlands in South Florida. Its unique ecosystem is unlike one you will find anywhere else in the U.S.

What makes the Everglades such a special destination? Unlike a visit to a zoo to see exotic wildlife, a Miami Everglades tour lets you get close to so many beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.

In this wilderness, you'll spot American alligators, White-tailed deer, turtles, lots of other reptiles, and exotic birds.

Most of the tour companies that visit the Everglades are located along HWY 41 just outside of Miami, but some of them are also found along HWY 27. (See driving directions from Miami to the Everglades here ).

There are some Everglades tours from Miami that include transportation, so you don't have to think about getting out there on your own.

Some tours specialize in taking you close to alligators in the wild, while others focus more on the natural beauty of the environment.

No matter what you want to see, any tour of the Everglades is an experience of a lifetime!

PUBLIC AIRBOAT TOURS

The following section will cover several great Everglades airboat tours, including information about pricing, the tour length, and all included activities.

Gator Park Airboat Tours

This is an example of an airboat tour that offers more than just a ride on an airboat.

Each ticket pays for admission, an airboat tour of the Everglades, and an alligator wrestling show.

This option is one of the best Everglades airboat tours for families, as it allows children to participate in a variety of activities.

They offer online booking and are located just off HWY 41.

• $32.99 Adults | $24.99/Children
• Children age 5 and under are free.
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Availability: Daily from 9 am - 5 pm
• Purchase tickets or learn more .

TIP: Admission to Gator Park is included with the Go City Miami Pass .

Gator Park has an overall rating of 4 ½ out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

Most customers report that they offer a fun experience at a great price.

NOTE: Miami Double Decker offers a combo package that includes transportation to and from Gator Park for only $29.99.

If you don’t want to worry about how to get there, this is an excellent option. Read more below .

Sawgrass Recreation Park Airboat Tours

Much like its competitors, this company also offers at least one additional activity – the opportunity to hold a baby gator!

They also offer an animal exhibit with several snakes, lizards, tortoises and other native species to see.

However, this airboat tour isn’t quite as long as some of the other options in the Everglades.

At only 30 minutes long, you won’t have as much time to explore the area and take photographs.

That said, if you’re looking for a shorter excursion, this is an excellent option.

Sawgrass Recreation Park tours can be booked and purchased ahead of time online. You’ll find the park off HWY 27.

• $26.95/Adults | $16.95/Children
• Children under 4 get in for free.
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Availability: Daily from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

NOTE: This airboat tour is included with the Go City Miami Card , a great way to save 50% or more on popular activities and attractions in the area.

Sawgrass Recreation Park has also received an overall score of 4 ½ out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

Few reviewers had any issues with the length of the tour, and most guests described their trip as a fun experience.

Everglades Holiday Park

This is another popular location that offers Everglades airboat tours, but they actually provide more activities than their competitors.

Rather than choosing between the opportunity to hold a baby alligator and seeing an animal show/exhibit, you can actually do both!

In addition to an alligator presentation and the chance to hold a baby alligator, you’ll also get one free professional-grade Kodak photo.

As if that weren’t good enough, this airboat tour is also 60 minutes in length, making it one of the longer options in the area.

You can book and purchase tours from Everglades Holiday Park airboat tours and rides online. The park is located right off Highway 27.

• $38.51/Adults | $25.67/Children
• Children under 3 get in for free

NOTE: If you're in need of transportation to and from Miami, you can get tickets that include this service for just $44/Adults and $40/Children. Purchase tickets or learn more .

TIP: This airboat tour is included with the Miami Sightseeing Pass , a service you can use to save 50% or more on popular activities.

Everglades Holiday Park currently enjoys a 4 ½ out of 5-stars rating. 

Guests describe this activity as a great way to see the Everglades in just a few hours.

Many customers feel their staff is amazing and the airboat ride is excellent.

Big Bus Tours

In addition to their hop-on hop-off Miami bus tours, this company also offers a service that will take you to the Everglades Holiday Park where you'll enjoy an airboat ride and a wildlife show.

Although the price for this activity is a bit more expensive than just a ticket to Everglades Holiday Park, this service includes transportation to and from the attraction.

This is essentially the same airboat tour as above, but it includes the price of a coach to and from the Everglades.

• $55/Adults | $50/Children
• Includes transportation to Everglades Holiday Park.

NOTE: This service is included for free with the Go City Miami Pass .

Since this is included with at least one Miami tourist pass, it might make sense to take advantage of this activity if you're already planning to use one of these concession services.

Big Bus currently enjoys an overall rating of 3 ½ stars out of 5 in Miami ( read reviews here ). While this might not seem great, keep in mind that the only service they're really offering here is transportation.

The airboat tour itself is still offered by Everglades Holiday Park, and they still have an overall rating of 4 ½ out of 5-stars .

Coopertown Airboats  

Coopertown Airboats claims to be the ‘original airboats since 1945’. It sure seems to be the case given the expertise of their guides and animal handlers who get rave reviews. They are 4 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor !

They offer a 45-minute tour that doesn't require reservations, though booking in advance ensures you will get a spot on the airboat.

Your ticket includes an animal show where you can see a number of animals, most notably Big Man, their 14-foot alligator.

At the end of your experience, a group photo is taken and available for purchase. 

Unlike other tour options, there is an on-site, small-town restaurant where you can try Everglades-style frog legs, ‘gator tail, and catfish.

• $29.95/Adults | $18.95/Children (6-11)
• Children 5 and younger are free.
• Duration: 45 minutes 
• Availability: Daily from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (tours depart every 20-30 minutes)

Buffalo Tiger Airboat Tours   

This tour company is owned and operated by a native-American Miccosukee family and is able to offer a unique experience combining wildlife viewing with a culturally immersive experience.

After the airboat tour, you’ll visit a Miccosukee camp on Tear Island and take a short nature walk. 

These tours are excellent for families with children since interacting with a Native American tribe doesn't happen every day.

With 5 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor , Buffalo Tiger Tours is impressive!

• 45-Minute Standard Airboat Tour
• $45/Adults | $27.50 Children (age 3- 12)\ 
• Ages 2 and younger are free. 
• Tours are offered daily at multiple times between 9 am and 4 pm
• Purchase tickets or learn more.

EVERGLADES KAYAK TOURS

The following section covers some of the more notable kayak tours available in the Everglades.

Everglades Area Tours

Described as an “eco-tour,” Everglades Area Tours specializes in providing a fun and educational experience.

Expert guides will take you on a 3 - 3 ½ hour kayak tour where you will learn more about the wildlife and plant life in the area.

In addition to their basic kayak tour, they also offer a tour of Mangrove Tunnel – a series of narrow lakes and creeks in the Everglades.

Alternatively, you can also enjoy a combo tour which includes the kayak trip, a boat tour and a walking tour in the area.

If you’re looking for an even longer outing, they also offer a 6-hour kayak tour that will take you to an island on the Gulf of Mexico.

Everglades 3-Hour Kayak Eco Tour

• $119.95/Adults | $97.95/Children
• Duration: 3 hours
• Availability: Daily at 8:30 am & 1 pm

Everglades Mangrove Tunnel Eco Tour

• $128.50/Adults | $102.15/Children
• Availability: Daily at 8:30 am

Everglades Boat, Kayak & Walking Eco Tour

• $159.95/Adults | $97.65/Children
• Duration: 3 ½ hours
• Availability: Daily at 1:30 pm

Everglades 6-Hour Sea Kayaking Eco Tour

• $179.95/Adults | $89.95/Children
• Duration: 6 hours
• Availability: Daily at 10 am

Reviews for Everglades Area Tours are consistently around 5 out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

Most customers indicate that their guides are excellent and very friendly, providing a lot of useful information about the Everglades.

Some guests even described this as the best tour they took while they were on vacation!

Tour the Glades Kayak Tours

While airboat tours take a quick look around the Everglades, this kayak tour prides itself on providing a slower glide through the mangroves.

Learn more about the delicate ecosystem of this beautiful subtropical climate zone by paddling through the grass prairies with an experienced tour guide.

A standard outing with Tour the Glades can last between 3 - 4 hours long, providing an up-close look at the flora and fauna in the Florida Everglades.

• $99/Adults | $60/Children (ages 5-16)
• Duration: 3 ½ - 4 hours
• Availability: Daily from 7 am - 9 pm

Much like its competitors, this company also has a full 5 out of 5-stars rating ( read reviews here ).

Many of the positively glowing reviews have great things to say about the tour guides, who are apparently very attentive, intelligent and entertaining.

EVERGLADES SWAMP WALKS

In this section, we will provide information about some of the more interesting swamp walks you can take through the Everglades.

Everglades Nature Tours

If you want to get really close to the natural beauty of the area, this kind of tour may even take you into the water.

Of course, if you plan to do what they call a “wet walk” you’ll want to bring a change of clothes for the ride home.

These hikes are highly rated and last between 1 ½ - 2 hours.

You can schedule a private walking tour or take advantage of their cheaper semi-private walking tours instead.

• $339 per person
• Availability: Daily at 7:30 am

Everglades Nature Tours has a full 5 out of 5-stars rating with the major review sites ( read reviews here ).

When it comes to their nature walks, some reviewers report having a lot of fun wading (sometimes thigh-deep) in the waters of the Everglades.

Others report that during the dry season, there isn’t much walking in the water, so your experience could vary in this area.

Clyde Butcher’s Eco-Swamp Walk

If you really want to experience the Everglades up close, this tour is for you.

During a 2-hour excursion, a knowledgeable tour guide will take you through the natural beauty of the Big Cypress National Preserve.

Clyde is known for his fantastic photography, and he even offers workshops every now and then.

He is quite familiar with the Everglades and has even developed several PBS specials on the environment of Florida.

Private Guided Swamp Walk Eco Tour

• $125 each with a minimum of 2 people
• Duration: 1 ½ hours
• Availability: Fri/Sat/Sun
• Hours: 8:30 am, 11:30 am, 2:30 pm

This tour is located much further out from Miami than others, as it is pretty much smack dab in the middle of the Big Cypress National Preserve.

It might take a bit longer to get there, but reviewers have given the experience a full 5 out of 5-star rating ( read reviews here ).

There are no negative reviews of Clyde Butcher’s, so as long as you’re willing to make the trip out to see him, this tour is probably well worth the time and money invested.

Given that his company was featured in the New York Times , it’s a pretty good bet that you’re going to have a great time.

Self-Guided Everglades Swamp Walk

If you feel comfortable with going out on your own excursion on one of the many public hiking/walking/biking trails in the area, that option could be more affordable.

A self-guided experience will be only as expensive as the cost of transportation out to the area.

In addition to being less costly, some reviewers of the tours listed above have reported seeing more animal life on their own self-guided tours throughout the park than they saw at some of the above tourist locations.

Whatever choice you make, it’s important to dress appropriately and prepare for the environment you are going to enter; be safe while you’re having fun out in the Everglades!

EVERGLADES TRAM TOURS

This section will provide details about tram tours you can take in the Everglades.

Shark Valley Tram Tours

As the name implies, this outing is offered in the Shark Valley region of Everglades National Park.

Experience some of the wildlife and plant life that lives in the area while comfortably seated.

The trams have open sides allowing you to really get a look at what the Everglades are like.

At 2 hours in length, you’ll have plenty of time to spot wildlife such as alligators, tortoises, lizards, snakes, and a wide variety of birds.

• $28/Adults | $22/Seniors | $15/Children
• Duration: 2 hours
• Availability: Daily at 9:30 am, 11 am, 2 pm & 4 pm

Shark Valley Tram Tours currently has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

Visitors report that this tour is both informative and a great opportunity to see some of the animals in the Everglades.

Many guests feel that this is an excellent family activity.

EVERGLADES NIGHT TOURS

This section will provide details about Everglades tours you can enjoy after dark.

We will include information about ticket prices, hours, when the tours are available, and other factors to consider.

Sawgrass Recreation Park

In addition to their daily airboat tours, this park also offers an airboat night tour to give you an idea of what the Everglades are like after dark.

Starting at 8:30 pm, this 60-minute tour traverses the waterways in search of alligators and other notable wildlife in the area.

The only other difference is that these night tours are only offered on Wednesday and Saturday nights, but they are available throughout the year.

Each ticket includes admission to the animal exhibits at the park, allowing you to see a variety of snakes, tortoises, and other animals.

• $48.15/Adults | $26.75/Children
• Availability: Wed & Sat at 8:30 pm

This Everglades night tour has a rating of about 4 ½ out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

Customers report that they saw a lot of alligators on this tour, but that shouldn’t be too surprising because gators are actually nocturnal.

EVERGLADES TOURS FROM MIAMI

If you’re specifically looking for Everglades tours and day trips you can take from Miami, there are several options to consider.

Each of these services offers transportation to and from a wildlife park that offers airboat tours, alligator shows, animal sanctuaries and other fun things to see and experience.

Some tours include pick-up and drop-off from your hotel for added convenience.

Miami Double Decker 5-Hour Everglades Airboat Safari

Offered by a popular hop-on-hop-off bus tour company, this affordable tour provides convenient hotel pick-ups and drop-offs.

In addition to transportation to the Everglades, you get admission to the park, an airboat tour, and an alligator show.

You also get an additional 2-3 hours of free time at Gator Park watching the alligator show and exploring their exhibits.

After your time in the park, you will be transported back to Miami and dropped off at your hotel.

• $29 Adult / $25 Child
• Duration: 5 hours (including travel time)
• Availability: Daily at 9:30 am & 1:30 pm
• Purchase tickets or learn more . Be sure to choose the option that says Everglades Airboat Safari Adventure + Transfer.

Miami Double Decker typically receives average scores, but this specific Everglades day trip has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

Most people appreciate the ride to and from the park, but some customers had minor issues with the trip by bus.

Aside from transportation, a majority of reviewers report that the airboat tour, the alligator show and everything else at Gator Park is fun and informative.

Xcursions USA Everglades Park: 3.5-Hour Adventure Tour

Like the Miami Double Decker tour above, your ticket includes transportation to and from your hotel to the Everglades Park, an airboat ride, and a wildlife show.

But unlike Miami Double Decker's tour, this tour is 4.5 hours long, so you do not get extra time to explore the park.

While this tour costs the same as Miami Double Decker's longer tour above, it may be worth taking this tour instead as you can count on Xcursions USA's consistently excellent reviews.

With over 1,000 reviews, they have a 4 out of 5 stars rating.

• $50 per person (infants 1 and under free)
• Duration: 4.5 hours (including travel time)
• Availability: Daily at 10:10 am & 2:10 pm

Other Everglades Day Trips From Miami

Most of the day trips from Miami are similar, but if you’re looking for a specific service or you want to purchase from an even better-rated company, make sure to check these options.

Prices range from $40-$80 on average, but depending on which activities you select and where you plan to go, they could get as high as $200 .

Purchase tickets or learn more about Everglades tours from Miami .

If you want to save even more money, it’s worth noting that the Go City Miami Card includes an Everglades day trip from Miami with transportation from Gray Line.

The normal price for this activity is $58 per person, but depending on how you use this tourist pass, you could save 55% or more off ticket prices.

For more details about this and other opportunities to save money, check our post covering Miami tourist attraction concession passes .

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This section will cover all of the ways you can save money on various Everglades tours. We will provide details about tourist attraction passes, combo packages and other deals.

Tourist Attraction Concession Passes

There are a few different Miami tourist passes, and each of them offers at least one Everglades tour.

Most of these services allow you to pay one flat price for either a set number of attractions or a set number of days in which you can enjoy dozens of activities.

Depending on how you use the pass, you can save up to 55% on every activity you choose in and around Miami – including a tour of the Everglades!

These passes also offer skip-the-line benefits at several popular locations in the area, making it easier to save both time and money.

Here are the Everglades tours included with each pass:

The Miami Sightseeing Pass

• Airboat Tour & Alligator Show
• Airboat Tour & Wildlife Park

The Go City Miami Card

• Airboat Tour & Alligator Feedings
• Airboat Tour & Everglades Exhibit
• Airboat Tour & Wildlife Show
• Day Trip, Airboat Tour & Alligator Show
• Airboat Tour
• Everglades Airboat Tour

No matter which tourist pass you choose, you’ll have plenty of options to consider.

For more details, make sure to read our post covering Miami tourist concession attraction passes .

EVERGLADES COMBO PACKAGES

There are a few combo deals offered by hop-on-hop-off bus tour companies in Miami which include a trip to the Everglades.

If you’re planning to do more than take an Everglades tour, these packages include at least 2 or 3 different activities for a concessionary price.

Here are some of the best combo packages that provide Everglades tours:

Miami Double Decker

In addition to their Everglades day trip from Miami listed above , this company also offers a 3-in-1 combo with the following services:

• Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour
• Miami Boat Tour
• $69.99 per person

Gray Line Miami

This is one of the most popular tour companies in the world, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that they also offer a combo package called “Miami City Tour & Everglades Airboat Adventure” which includes the following activities:

• Miami City Tour
• Everglades Air-boat Adventure
• $82 per person

Gray Line also offers an Everglades day trip which includes transportation to and from a wildlife park as well as an Airboat tour and other activities for only $58.

This outing is included at a concession with the Go City Miami Card , so you could save even more money on this combo package by using a tourist attraction concession pass .

Promo Sites

Many of the companies that offer Everglades tours work with promo sites such as Groupon and Living Social to provide even better deals for their customers.

On top of any concession they may have to begin with, these sites also frequently hold special sales on local activities which you can use to save even more money.

Make sure to check the top of the page for any banners that provide promo codes or additional concessions in order to take full advantage of these opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of year to visit the everglades.

The best time to visit the Everglades is from early December to April, which is the dry season. Temperatures are comfortable, there are fewer mosquitoes, and the chances of spotting wildlife are greater. On the downside, the dry season can be very busy.

When can you see alligators in the Everglades?

Alligators can be seen year-round in the Everglades, but they are more active in the rainy season as they love hotter, wetter weather. 

How much time should you spend in the Everglades?

Unless you are coming to Miami for an extended nature trip, then you can spend a day in the Everglades and have a satisfying experience. 

In theory, you could spend just a half-day if you plan to drive out to the park, take a short airboat tour then leave, but rushing isn’t doing the Everglades justice.

Do you need reservations to take an Everglades Tour from Miami?

Not all companies require reservations for Everglades tours. But in the busy season, it is wise to reserve ahead so you don't miss out on an amazing experience.

Which Everglades tour is best: Airboat, Swamp Walk, Kayak or Tram?

Airboats have a few advantages for the casual visitor to the Everglades. They can navigate through the shallow waters so you can get up close safely to animals.

You can see more than on a kayak tour or a swamp walk. Plus, an air boat ride is exciting! fun to ride!

Swamp walks are ideal for those who want to have a highly educational experience as they will learn more details about the animals, flora, and fauna of the Everglades. Swamp walks are also eco-friendly.

Kayaking is also eco-friendly but you will cover more than a swamp walk. Unlike airboats, kayaks are silent so are allowed to go deep into the Everglades. People who are very active and like a good workout will love a kayak tour.

A tram tour is a great option for those who want to see animals, but don’t want to get into the water. Trams are open-air so you can get up close to nature, but not too close!

Also, tram tours offer longer tours for less money than other types of tours.

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