Explore the Everglades: Thrilling Airboat Tours and Wildlife Encounters from Miami Beach
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required; comfortable sitting and boarding airboats with some walking between stops.
Overview
Experience the Everglades like never before with a high-speed airboat tour from Miami Beach. Encounter alligators, birds, and untamed wetlands on this unforgettable four-and-a-half-hour guided adventure.
Everglades Airboat Adventure + FREE 2 HOURS with Rentals.
4.5 Hours · Includes Alligator Show · See Birds, Snakes and Various Reptiles
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About This Adventure
Embark on a thrilling 4.5-hour guided tour from South Beach to the breathtaking Everglades National Park. Experience the excitement of an airboat ride through a vast subtropical ecosystem, encounter alligators, birds, and reptiles, and visit an alligator farm to learn about these fascinating creatures and their history.
See the wildlife including alligators Show, birds, snakes and various reptiles.
Duration
4.5 hours
About
Go from the Art Deco District to the Everglades National Park on this 4.5-hour entertaining and educational guided tour. Leave wild South Beach behind for another kind of wild: flora- and fauna-loaded Florida Everglades. See alligators, turtles and all manner of birds in their natural habitat. Meet in the middle of South Beach's Art Deco district and then get whisked out of Miami to the wild Everglades. Learn about the flora and fauna of the Everglades from the guide on this 4.5-hour tour. Once there, hop on an airboat and skim the water, zipping around a 1.5-million-acre subtropical ecosystem.
See indigenous wildlife including alligators, birds, snakes and various reptiles before heading to an alligator farm, an area that is literally crawling with the continent's largest reptiles. See caimans, crocodiles and other species and learn the difference between them. You will also learn about how the ancient American-Indian captured alligators.
Finally, make the comfortable drive back to Miami, getting dropped off where the tour began.
Remember that you have 2 FREE hours with any rentals.
Adventure Tips
Wear lightweight, breathable clothing
Florida's subtropical climate means warm, humid conditions—light fabrics help keep you comfortable during the tour.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes and other bugs are common near the water—apply repellent to avoid bites.
Use sun protection
Wide open marshes offer little shade—wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect yourself.
Secure your belongings
The airboat's speed and wind can blow loose items away—use zippered bags or leave valuables onshore.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- American alligator
- Roseate spoonbill
History
Everglades National Park, established in 1947, is the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S. and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Conservation
The Everglades faces threats from water diversion and habitat loss; responsible tours help support conservation efforts and spread awareness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Lightweight hiking shoes
Provide traction and protect feet on wet or uneven surfaces during stops.
summer specific
Wide-brimmed hat
Shields your face and neck from intense Florida sun.
summer specific
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your multi-hour outdoor excursion.
Camera or smartphone
Capture stunning wildlife and landscape photos on the ride.