Zoom through Florida’s Everglades on a thrilling 40-minute airboat ride. Spot endangered wildlife and explore rescued reptile exhibits in this unique Weston adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
40 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required.
Wildlife
History
The Everglades have been home to indigenous peoples such as the Miccosukee for centuries, relying on its resources and waters for survival.
Conservation
Sawgrass Recreation Park actively participates in wildlife rescue and habitat preservation programs to protect endangered Everglades species.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Zoom through Florida’s Everglades on a thrilling 40-minute airboat ride. Spot endangered wildlife and explore rescued reptile exhibits in this unique Weston adventure.
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.
Bring insect repellent
The Everglades can have mosquitoes and other insects, especially near water; insect repellent helps keep bites at bay.
Wear sun protection
Open airboat tours expose you to direct sun, so bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
Arrive early
Arriving 15 minutes before the tour ensures smooth check-in and seating preferences.
Dress for wet conditions
Expect some water spray; waterproof shoes or quick-dry clothing will keep you comfortable.
Sunglasses
Protects your eyes from glare during the open-air ride.
summer
Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and biting insects away while exploring wetlands.
summer
Waterproof footwear
Helps keep your feet dry from water splashes during the tour.
summer
Lightweight rain jacket
Useful in case of sudden rain showers common during wetter months.
spring