Mangrove Maze Ultimate Stay & Play in Everglades City
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
overnight + 4–5 hours of tours
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness to handle sitting during rides and some walking at the sanctuary.
Overview
Experience Florida’s Everglades like never before with the Mangrove Maze Ultimate Stay & Play. Enjoy a cozy night at Ivey House and thrilling airboat and swamp buggy tours, capped with an alligator show.
Mangrove Maze Ultimate Stay & Play
For 2 - 5 People | Hotel Stay + Mangrove Maze Ultimate Combo
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About This Adventure
Experience the ultimate adventure with the Mangrove Maze Stay & Play package! Enjoy a restful night at the Ivey House, followed by thrilling airboat tours through the mangroves and grasslands. Complete your day with exciting encounters at the Animal Sanctuary and an alligator show, all included for an unforgettable experience.
Mangrove Maze Ultimate Stay & Play
Please Note: You are choosing the date and time of your airboat tour. Your hotel check-in is the night before your tour.
Includes
- 1 night at the Ivey House Everglades Adventures Hotel
- 50-minute Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour
- 30-minute Grassland Airboat Tour
- 30-minute Swamp Buggy Tour
- Alligator Show & Animal Sanctuary
Rates Starting At
Departures mid April - mid December:
- 2 People (All Ages): $311-341
- 3 People (All Ages): $417-462
- 4 People (All Ages): $523-583
- 5 People (All Ages): $629-704
Departures mid December - mid April:
- 2 People (All Ages): $411-441
- 3 People (All Ages): $517-562
- 4 People (All Ages): $623-683
- 5 People (All Ages): $729-804
About
Start with a relaxing night's stay at the Ivey House Everglades Adventures Hotel. The next day, take a 50-minute Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour. Then, head to Wooten's for your 30-minute Grassland Airboat Tour and Swamp Buggy Tour. After your tours, check out the Animal Sanctuary, alligator show, both included free with your tour.
Adventure Tips
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes and other bugs are common in mangrove areas, so insect repellent is essential to stay comfortable during tours.
Wear lightweight, breathable clothing
Florida’s heat and humidity make light fabrics ideal to keep cool during outdoor activities.
Protect your gear from water
Tours can be splashy, so a waterproof bag or dry sack will help keep your belongings safe.
Bring binoculars for wildlife spotting
Enhance your experience by spotting birds and alligators from a distance with a good pair of binoculars.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- American alligator
- Roseate spoonbill
History
Everglades City served as a major hub for maritime trade and fishing, with rich cultural ties to native tribes and settlers exploring Florida’s wetlands.
Conservation
Efforts focus on protecting the delicate mangrove ecosystems and freshwater flow, which are vital for the health of the Everglades.
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Recommended Gear
Insect Repellent
Keeps bugs away during airboat and swamp buggy tours.
summer specific
Waterproof Bag or Dry Sack
Protects your belongings from splashes on the water tours.
Sun Hat
Provides protection from the strong Florida sun during outdoor activities.
spring specific
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Ideal for walking around the Animal Sanctuary and lodging areas.