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Guided tour
Transfers included
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Feel the rush of an airboat ride at Sawgrass Recreation Park, zipping through lush marshes at speeds up to 40 mph while spotting wildlife.
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Learn from expert guides about the park’s fascinating ecosystem and how reptiles contribute to its delicate balance.
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Step into the reptile sanctuary, where you’ll encounter a variety of native species, including rescued alligators and snakes.
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Upgrade your adventure with a private airboat tour for a customized experience or take an airboat night tour for an after-dark wildlife encounter.
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Alternatively, choose the round-trip transportation option to be picked up and dropped off at hotels in Fort Lauderdale.
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40-min airboat tour
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Live English-speaking guide
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Entry to alligator and reptile exhibit
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Ear protection for airboat ride.
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Nighttime airboat tour (as per option selected)
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Private airboat tour (as per option selected)
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Airboat tour with round-trip transportation from downtown Fort Lauderdale (as per option selected)
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- TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
Start pointSawgrass Recreation Park
1. Airboat tour
2. Reptile exhibit
End pointSawgrass Recreation Park
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Start pointSawgrass Recreation Park
1. Airboat tour of the Everglades
2. Alligator & reptile exhibit
Things to do
Meet a Baby Alligator experience
End pointSawgrass Recreation Park
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION60 minutesStart pointSawgrass Recreation Park
1. Airboat night tour of the Everglades
End pointSawgrass Recreation Park
Your ending point would be same as your start point
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Race across the wetlands of Sawgrass Recreation Park on an exhilarating airboat ride, then explore a reptile sanctuary with alligators and native wildlife.
Getting started
Arrive at Sawgrass Recreation Park, where you’ll check in at the visitor center before boarding a state-of-the-art airboat. Your expert guide will provide a brief safety introduction and an overview of what to expect on your high-speed adventure.
What to expect
Sawgrass Recreation Park Airboat Ride
Step onto a powerful airboat and glide effortlessly over the grassy waters of Sawgrass Recreation Park at speeds of up to 40 mph. As you navigate through the maze of winding waterways, keep an eye out for native wildlife, including alligators, turtles, and vibrant bird species like herons and egrets. Your guide will offer insights into the unique ecosystem of the Florida wetlands, explaining how this biodiverse region plays a crucial role in the state’s environment.
Features
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High-speed airboat ride – Soar across the Everglades at thrilling speeds while enjoying unobstructed views of the pristine wetlands.
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Alligator spotting – See Florida’s most famous reptile in its natural habitat as you explore the park’s wildlife-rich waters.
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Expert guide commentary – Learn about the fascinating flora and fauna of the Everglades and the importance of its preservation.
Reptile Sanctuary & Wildlife Encounters
After your airboat ride, visit the park’s reptile sanctuary, home to over 50 rescued reptiles. Get an up-close look at Florida alligators, turtles, and snakes while wildlife experts share intriguing facts about their behavior, habitat, and conservation efforts.
Features
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Alligator exhibit – Observe rescued alligators up close and even witness feeding demonstrations led by trained handlers.
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Meet Baby Gators – Learn about alligator hatchlings and safely hold one under guided supervision.
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Native wildlife education – Gain deeper insight into Florida’s reptiles and the conservation initiatives protecting them.
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Accessibility
- The boats are not wheelchair accessible, but the exhibits are.
Additional information
- Your night tour also includes daytime access to the alligator and reptile exhibit on the day of your visit.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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