Explore Everglades National Park aboard a 20ft Lexington II pontoon with a powerful 90HP motor. Perfect for groups, this half-day rental promises adventure and stunning Florida waterways.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light physical condition needed; mostly seated with occasional movement around the pontoon.
Wildlife
History
The Everglades region has been inhabited by the Miccosukee and Seminole peoples for centuries, with a rich cultural history tied to the ecosystem.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to protect the Everglades from pollution and habitat loss, emphasizing sustainable boating and wildlife respect.
Flamingo Adventures - Everglades National Park
Explore Everglades National Park aboard a 20ft Lexington II pontoon with a powerful 90HP motor. Perfect for groups, this half-day rental promises adventure and stunning Florida waterways.
Flamingo Adventures - Everglades National Park is based in Homestead, Florida, and provides kayak, canoe, and small skiff rentals along with a guided Backcountry Boat Tour inside Everglades National Park. The operation offers a full range of paddle options — single kayaks, tandem kayaks, and canoes — across short and extended rental formats, including 2-hour, 8-hour (available 8 AM to 3 PM for select rentals), 24-hour, and multi-day rentals for three, four, and six days. Transportation to scenic trailheads is available for many trips, streamlining access to backcountry routes and launch points.
Motorized options include a 17ft Mako Pro Skiff with a 60HP Yamaha outboard (available as half-day and full-day rentals) and a 17ft Carolina Skiff JV17 CC with a 40HP Yamaha outboard for half-day rental. Skiff features noted in rental listings include padded seating, GPS navigation, rod holders, fuel capacity details, and occupancy guidance for up to three adults on select models. The Backcountry Boat Tour is a 1.5-hour naturalist-guided cruise that travels the Buttonwood Canal into Whitewater Bay and focuses on regional wildlife and park history.
Seasonal specifics are included where applicable (for example, multi-day transport availability from November through March). Flamingo Adventures emphasizes safe, regulation-compliant access to Flamingo’s waterways, offering both motorized and paddle-based ways to explore the Everglades from Homestead, Florida.
Location
Homestead, FL
Gateway to Flamingo Everglades
Tours Offered
11 trip options
Paddles, skiffs, and a boat tour
Rental Hours
8 AM–3 PM (selected)
Available window for select rentals
Boat Types
Kayaks • Canoes • Skiffs
Paddle and motorized options
Reserve a 2‑hour paddle, a multi-day expedition, or a guided 1.5‑hour Backcountry Boat Tour and access the Everglades from Homestead, Florida.
Complete Boating Education
Make sure to finish the required boating education program before your trip to ensure safety on the water.
Check Weather Forecast
Always check current weather conditions as sudden changes can affect safety on the Everglades waterways.
Bring Sunscreen and Hydration
Florida sun can be intense; protect your skin and stay hydrated throughout your outing.
Respect Wildlife Distance
Maintain a safe distance from wildlife to avoid disturbances and ensure your safety.
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from Florida’s intense sun during open-water exposure.
summer
Polarized Sunglasses
Reduces water glare and improves visibility for safe navigation and photography.
Lightweight Rain Jacket
Useful for sudden showers during spring outings in the Everglades.
spring
Reusable Water Bottle
Keep hydrated easily without relying on disposable plastic bottles.