Spend a day discovering Florida’s Everglades on a combined airboat ride and nature hike with an expert guide. Encounter alligators, manatees, and explore a Native village in the 10,000 Islands.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Good physical shape recommended for walking undulating, sometimes wet trails and standing during airboat rides.
Wildlife
History
The 10,000 Islands region has long been home to Native American communities, whose heritage remains integral to the area's identity.
Conservation
Wild Lime Adventures supports Everglades conservation by promoting low-impact tourism and educating guests on ecosystem preservation.
Wild Lime Adventures
Spend a day discovering Florida’s Everglades on a combined airboat ride and nature hike with an expert guide. Encounter alligators, manatees, and explore a Native village in the 10,000 Islands.
Wild Lime Adventures is a Hollywood, Florida-based ecotour company that leads guided experiences in Everglades National Park, Big Cypress, the 10,000 Islands and nearby marine areas.
Staffed by trained biologists and certified master naturalists, Wild Lime Adventures offers airboat rides, guided boat trips, kayak tours, wet and dry hikes, cultural visits to Native tree island villages, and urban excursions such as a Little Havana walking tour paired with Everglades time.
The company emphasizes authentic, small-group exploration of wild habitats: tours focus on wildlife viewing in natural settings rather than animals in pens, and guides hold special permits issued by the National Park Service to operate in Everglades, Big Cypress and Dry Tortugas National Parks. Wild Lime Adventures is also eco-certified, maintaining standards for low-impact travel and environmental respect.
Tour options range from short airboat or one-hour boat trips to full-day multi-activity adventures that include lunch, multiple boat trips, wet walks, and guided paddling. Several itineraries highlight the 10,000 Islands and Florida Bay where visitors commonly see dolphins, manatees, wading birds and large alligators. Small groups, private tours and multi-day programs are available upon request.
Guests looking for a scientifically informed, conservation-minded Everglades experience will find Wild Lime Adventures delivers experienced naturalists, permitted access to protected areas, and immersive field-based learning suitable for families, photographers and serious nature travelers. Booking is available from the Hollywood, Florida meeting point; customized itineraries can accommodate educational groups, photographers, researchers, and private charters with advance notice and confirmed permits for special locations and seasonal scheduling.
Special Permits
NPS-approved
Permits for national parks
Expert Guides
Biologists & Naturalists
Trained scientists lead tours
Tours Offered
Multiple itineraries
Airboat, boat, hikes, paddling
Duration Range
Part-day to Multi-day
From 1-hour to full-day
Book airboat rides, 10,000 Islands boat trips, guided hikes or paddling tours from Hollywood, Florida — certified naturalists, special NPS permits, and eco-certified itineraries ready to explore.
Arrive Early for Cooler Temps
Start your day early to enjoy milder morning temperatures and active wildlife sightings on the water.
Bring Insect Repellent
Mosquitoes thrive in wetlands, so carry effective repellent to stay comfortable during hikes.
Wear Sturdy Waterproof Footwear
Trails can be wet and uneven; waterproof shoes will keep you comfortable throughout the hike.
Keep Cameras Ready for Wildlife
Keep your camera handy—dolphins and birds often appear unexpectedly during airboat rides.
Lightweight Long Sleeve Shirt
Protects from sun and insects while keeping you cool on water and land.
summer
Waterproof Hiking Shoes
Keeps feet dry and provides traction on wet or muddy trails.
summer
Binoculars
Enhances wildlife viewing opportunities from a distance, especially birdwatching.
Sun Hat & Sunglasses
Essential for sun protection during the airboat portion of the tour.
summer