Glide silently through the Everglades under starlit skies on a private nighttime airboat tour with South Florida Airboat Adventures. Experience the marshes’ nocturnal wildlife in an intimate, off-the-beaten-path setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal physical exertion is required as the airboat handles the terrain.
Wildlife
History
The Everglades National Park, established in 1947, protects the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S., crucial for its diverse ecosystems.
Conservation
Tour operators like South Florida Airboat Adventures follow strict guidelines to minimize disturbance to wildlife and help raise awareness about protecting this delicate wetland.
South Florida Airboat Adventures
Glide silently through the Everglades under starlit skies on a private nighttime airboat tour with South Florida Airboat Adventures. Experience the marshes’ nocturnal wildlife in an intimate, off-the-beaten-path setting.
South Florida Airboat Adventures is a Miami-based operator offering private airboat tours that explore the Everglades ecosystem. Operating from Miami, Florida, the company provides four distinct private experiences — Sunrise Private Airboat Tour, Sunset Private Airboat Tour, Nighttime Private Airboat Tour, and a Private Everglades Airboat Tour. Each trip is designed for private groups, allowing guests to enjoy focused, personal time on the water.
Trips emphasize wildlife viewing and the unique landscape of the Everglades. The Sunrise Private Airboat Tour highlights morning light and waking wildlife; the Sunset Private Airboat Tour features evening colors and quiet waterways guided by a captain; the Nighttime Private Airboat Tour uses spotlights to observe nocturnal species such as alligators; and the Private Everglades Airboat Tour offers a flexible full-ecosystem experience suitable for families and photographers. All offerings are described as private, ensuring group-focused departures and personalized attention.
South Florida Airboat Adventures positions itself as a specialist in private Everglades outings from Miami. Trip summaries indicate guided experiences and targeted viewing opportunities across different times of day. Prospective guests seeking tailored airboat tours near the Everglades in Miami can select from multiple time-specific options to match interests in wildlife viewing, photography, or a scenic nature outing.
Location
Miami, Florida
Gateway to the Everglades
Private Tours
All tours private
Exclusive group departures
Tours Offered
4 distinct trips
Sunrise, Sunset, Night, Private Everglades
Tour Times
Sunrise–Night
Options across day and night
Secure a sunrise, sunset, nighttime, or custom private airboat experience from Miami and explore the Everglades on a guided excursion.
Wear insect repellent
Mosquitoes can be active at night in the Everglades—apply repellent before your tour to stay comfortable.
Bring a light jacket
Even in Florida, temperatures drop after sunset; a light jacket helps keep you warm on the water.
Charge your camera battery
Night photography requires extra battery power—ensure your camera or phone is fully charged before departure.
Follow safety instructions
Always listen closely to your captain for guidance and safety information about being on the airboat at night.
Insect repellant
Protects against mosquitoes and other bugs common at night in marshlands.
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Light jacket
Keeps you warm during cooler nighttime temperatures on the water.
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Flashlight or headlamp
Useful for walking to and from the dock but generally not needed during the tour.
Camera with night mode
Allows you to capture low-light wildlife and environmental shots during the tour.