Discover the heart of the Everglades with a private 40-minute airboat tour in Weston, Florida. Encounter wildlife, explore reptile exhibits, and enjoy a delicious meal—all in one unforgettable package.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours total
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking required during boat and exhibit visits.
Wildlife
History
Sawgrass Recreation Park has been offering authentic Everglades experiences since 1971, preserving traditional airboat tours.
Conservation
The park actively participates in habitat preservation and educational programs to raise awareness about Everglades ecosystem health.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Discover the heart of the Everglades with a private 40-minute airboat tour in Weston, Florida. Encounter wildlife, explore reptile exhibits, and enjoy a delicious meal—all in one unforgettable package.
Sawgrass Recreation Park is a public Everglades destination located in Weston, Florida that offers guided airboat tours, private excursions, fishing rentals, reptile exhibits, and primitive camping. The park operates multiple tour formats including a general admission 40-minute airboat tour, private sunrise and nighttime airboat adventures, and exclusive options such as the Red Eye Exclusive Nighttime Airboat Adventure and Gator Night Airboat Tour. Sawgrass Recreation Park also provides jon boat fishing rentals, peninsula island primitive camping close to Fort Lauderdale, and private Sawgrass Reptile Exhibit tours for small groups.
All experiences are staffed by trained captains and on-site personnel who lead tours, provide safety briefings, and present facts about local ecology and rescued reptiles. The park includes on-site amenities such as the Gator Grill and a retail store offering snacks, drinks, and souvenirs. Fishing participants are required to hold any applicable fishing license. Limited-session experiences—like private reptile tours and primitive camping—are available by reservation and often have restricted capacity. Located minutes from Fort Lauderdale, Sawgrass Recreation Park serves as a convenient gateway to the Florida Everglades for anglers, families, photographers, and nature enthusiasts seeking guided encounters with native wildlife and nighttime wildlife viewing opportunities.
Location
Weston, Florida
Minutes from Fort Lauderdale
Tours Offered
11
Airboats, fishing, camping & exhibits
Private Options
Available
Private airboats & reptile tours
Tour Lengths
40 minutes
Standard airboat tour duration
Book airboat tours, private tours, fishing rentals, reptile exhibit access, or primitive camping — limited availability for private and nighttime experiences.
Wear lightweight, breathable clothing
Florida’s humid climate means light fabrics will keep you comfortable during the airboat ride.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes and biting insects are common in the Everglades, especially during dawn and dusk.
Use sun protection
Apply sunscreen and wear sunglasses and a hat to protect against strong Florida sun exposure on the open boat.
Keep camera ready
Wildlife sightings happen quickly—have your camera or smartphone accessible for captures.
Lightweight long-sleeve shirt
Protects from sun and insects while remaining breathable in warm weather.
summer
Waterproof camera or phone case
Safeguards your devices from splashes during the airboat ride.
Sunglasses
Reduces glare on the water and protects your eyes from bright sunlight.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially in Florida’s warm climate.