Get up-close with the Everglades' wild side on a thrilling airboat ride offered by Miami Tour Company. Perfect for families and outdoor lovers, this trip blends education, wildlife viewing, and accessible adventure just outside Miami.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes per airboat ride
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for all ages and abilities.
Wildlife
History
The Everglades was designated as a National Park in 1947 to protect its unique wetland ecosystem and endangered species.
Conservation
Miami Tour Company operates as an authorized National Park operator, promoting sustainable tourism that minimizes environmental impact and supports Everglades preservation efforts.
Miami Tour Company
Get up-close with the Everglades' wild side on a thrilling airboat ride offered by Miami Tour Company. Perfect for families and outdoor lovers, this trip blends education, wildlife viewing, and accessible adventure just outside Miami.
Miami Tour Company is a Miami, Florida–based tour operator that runs a variety of guided day trips and combo experiences across South Florida and the Florida Keys. The company offers family-friendly Everglades tours, airboat rides with Park admission and departures every 25 minutes, and convenience features such as hotel pickup, luggage storage, and souvenir photos. For visitors bound for Key West, Miami Tour Company runs daily bus service from Fort Lauderdale and flexible overnight options with open returns, providing six hours of on‑island free time to explore highlights like the Southernmost Point and Ernest Hemingway House.
On-water experiences include sightseeing boat cruises around Biscayne Bay and Star Island, with skyline views ideal for celebrations and group outings, plus snorkeling and booze cruise departures aboard one of the largest sailing catamarans in the Keys that features a stairway to the sea and shaded lounges. Combo packages pair Everglades adventures with a Star Island cruise or combine city highlights, the Everglades, and a cruise in the Triple Crown Tour.
Tours cater to diverse groups in luxury vehicles or comfortable buses and emphasize photo opportunities, interpretive guides, and curated itineraries. Departure options and pickup logistics are provided for guests without cars. With a menu of sport, nature, and cultural experiences—ranging from airboat thrills to Wynwood and Little Havana city highlights—Miami Tour Company serves as a single-source organizer for popular Miami and Key West excursions. Bookable options include hotel pickup, luggage storage, souvenir photos, and accessible itinerary choices for family groups and convenient transportation.
Tours Offered
10
Diverse Miami and Key West trips
Departure Frequency
Every 25 min
Airboat departures at park
Family Friendly
Yes
Tours for all ages
Water Experiences
Boat & Snorkel
Cruises, snorkeling, catamaran
Select a date, choose a pickup option, and secure tours that include Everglades airboats, Miami cruises, and Key West trips—limited availability on popular departures.
Arrive early to secure prime seating
Airboats depart every 25 minutes, but seating is first-come, first-served, so get there early for the best views.
Bring insect repellent
The Everglades can have mosquitoes, especially near water, so bug spray will keep you comfortable.
Wear ear protection if sensitive
Airboat engines are loud; bring earplugs for younger kids or if you’re noise-sensitive.
Pack a picnic or plan to dine onsite
Picnic tables are available if you bring your own food, but a scenic restaurant is also on site for meals.
Sunscreen
Protects skin under direct Florida sun during exposed boat rides.
summer
Hat and sunglasses
Provide shade and reduce glare off the water.
Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and biting insects at bay, especially near marshy areas.
spring
Light jacket or windbreaker
Useful for cooler breezes and early morning tours.
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