Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes, Wild Lime Adventures welcomes participants ages 5 and up, but children should be comfortable walking and wading in water.

What wildlife might I see on the wet hike?

Expect to see alligators, wading birds like herons and egrets, and a variety of fish and amphibians common to the Everglades.

Are guides provided for the wet hike?

Yes, knowledgeable local guides lead the tour to ensure safety and enrich the experience with natural history insights.

Will I get wet on the tour?

Yes, the experience includes wading through shallow waters and mud, so prepare to get wet and muddy.

What should I bring to the tour?

Bring water shoes, sun protection, insect repellent, a reusable water bottle, and clothing suitable for getting wet.

Is this tour available year-round?

Yes, the tour operates year-round, with seasonal considerations for weather and wildlife activity.

Everglades Wet Hike Adventure with Wild Lime Adventures

Wild Lime Adventures invites you to an immersive full-day journey through Florida’s iconic Everglades with their Everglades Tour featuring a Wet Hike along the west coast of the park. Starting near Hollywood, Florida, this 9-hour excursion offers a hands-on encounter with one of North America’s most unique wetland ecosystems.

The Everglades sprawls across South Florida as the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, its slow-moving waters carving intricate patterns through sawgrass marshes, mangrove-lined estuaries, and scattered tree islands. Wild Lime’s tour bypasses the standard boat rides, plunging you directly into the shallow waters and mudflats for the signature wet hike — a primal, sensory experience that brings you into close contact with the landscape’s diverse flora and fauna.

This isn’t a passive sightseeing trip. You’ll wade through the glassy waters with guidance from knowledgeable local guides tuned into the rhythms of the ecosystem. Expect close-up sights of alligators basking on logs, wading birds like herons and egrets, and the chance to learn about native plants that thrive in this rare environment. The wet hike reveals the Everglades’ layered complexity—its mix of fresh and saltwater habitats shaped by centuries of rainfall and tidal shifts.

Wild Lime Adventures stands out in the local outdoor scene by focusing on authentic engagement rather than surface-level tours. Their commitment to safety and education creates an accessible adventure for families and seasoned adventurers alike, starting at age five. With a base in Hollywood and deep local expertise, they connect visitors not just to the landscape but to the conservation challenges it faces.

Whether you’re drawn by wildlife photography, natural history, or simply the raw thrill of stepping off the beaten path, this Everglades Wet Hike is a distinctive way to experience Florida’s wild heart.

About Wild Lime Adventures

Wild Lime Adventures is a Hollywood, Florida-based ecotour company that leads guided experiences in Everglades National Park, Big Cypress, the 10,000 Islands and nearby marine areas.

Staffed by trained biologists and certified master naturalists, Wild Lime Adventures offers airboat rides, guided boat trips, kayak tours, wet and dry hikes, cultural visits to Native tree island villages, and urban excursions such as a Little Havana walking tour paired with Everglades time.

The company emphasizes authentic, small-group exploration of wild habitats: tours focus on wildlife viewing in natural settings rather than animals in pens, and guides hold special permits issued by the National Park Service to operate in Everglades, Big Cypress and Dry Tortugas National Parks. Wild Lime Adventures is also eco-certified, maintaining standards for low-impact travel and environmental respect.

Tour options range from short airboat or one-hour boat trips to full-day multi-activity adventures that include lunch, multiple boat trips, wet walks, and guided paddling. Several itineraries highlight the 10,000 Islands and Florida Bay where visitors commonly see dolphins, manatees, wading birds and large alligators. Small groups, private tours and multi-day programs are available upon request.

Guests looking for a scientifically informed, conservation-minded Everglades experience will find Wild Lime Adventures delivers experienced naturalists, permitted access to protected areas, and immersive field-based learning suitable for families, photographers and serious nature travelers. Booking is available from the Hollywood, Florida meeting point; customized itineraries can accommodate educational groups, photographers, researchers, and private charters with advance notice and confirmed permits for special locations and seasonal scheduling.