Experience five days of serene paddling through the Everglades with Flamingo Adventures. Explore diverse water trails, spot unique wildlife, and enjoy hassle-free vessel transport during cooler months.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness with basic paddling endurance to cover daily distances comfortably.
Wildlife
History
Everglades National Park protects the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S. and has been vital for indigenous peoples and conservation efforts.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to preserve the fragile wetland ecosystems and minimize human impact.
Flamingo Adventures - Everglades National Park
Experience five days of serene paddling through the Everglades with Flamingo Adventures. Explore diverse water trails, spot unique wildlife, and enjoy hassle-free vessel transport during cooler months.
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.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes and sandflies are common in the Everglades, especially near mangroves and marshes.
Wear sun protection
Use a wide-brim hat, sunscreen, and UV-protective clothing to stay safe in Florida's strong sun.
Secure your gear
Use dry bags and tie down loose items in the kayak or canoe to stay organized and prevent loss.
Respect wildlife distances
Observe animals quietly and maintain a safe distance, especially around alligators and nesting birds.
Waterproof dry bags
Protects your belongings from water and rain while paddling.
Insect repellent
Keeps pesky mosquitoes and biting insects at bay during warmer months.
spring
Sun hat with wide brim
Provides essential sun protection during long hours on the water.
summer
Lightweight layered clothing
Keeps you warm during cooler mornings and evenings while allowing cooling during the day.
winter