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Fort Lauderdale to Everglades Tours

Discover Florida’s wild side with an Everglades tour from Fort Lauderdale. Glide through the wetlands on an airboat, spotting alligators and exotic wildlife. Choose from thrilling rides, guided tours, and wildlife shows—book your adventure today!
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Fort Lauderdale to Everglades Tours
Airboat with tourists gliding through Everglades wetlands under a clear sky.
Everglades airboat gliding through lush wetlands, showcasing scenic waterways.
Group enjoying an airboat ride through the Everglades with grassy wetlands in the background.
Group enjoying an Everglades airboat ride through marshland.
Alligator on grass in Everglades reptile exhibit.
Children interacting with tortoises at Everglades reptile exhibit.
Children interacting with a small alligator at Everglades reptile exhibit.
Person holding a large snake at Everglades reptile exhibit.
Airboat with tourists gliding through Everglades marshland at Sawgrass Recreation Park.
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1 hr
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  • The airboat ride through the Everglades, takes you across miles of waterways at speeds up to 40 mph, spotting alligators and exotic wildlife along the way.

  • Learn from expert guides who share fascinating insights into the Everglades ecosystem and the important role reptiles play in its survival.

  • Explore the reptile sanctuary with over 50 rescued reptiles, including the iconic Florida alligator, and get an up-close look at baby alligators.

  • Opt for the airboat tour with the wildlife show and transportation from Miami for a seamless round-trip adventure.

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  • The airboat ride through the Everglades, takes you across miles of waterways at speeds up to 40 mph, spotting alligators and exotic wildlife along the way.

  • Learn from expert guides who share fascinating insights into the Everglades ecosystem and the important role reptiles play in its survival.

  • Explore the reptile sanctuary with over 50 rescued reptiles, including the iconic Florida alligator, and get an up-close look at baby alligators.

  • Opt for the airboat tour with the wildlife show and transportation from Miami for a seamless round-trip adventure.

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$33.12
Airboat tour in Everglades Holiday Park with passengers exploring wetlands.
Airboat cruising through Everglades Holiday Park waterway surrounded by lush greenery.
Man interacting with an alligator at Everglades Holiday Park during an airboat tour.
Everglades airboat tour with passengers gliding through wetlands under a clear sky.
Man interacting with an alligator during Everglades airboat tour.
Alligators with open mouths on Everglades airboat tour.
Children holding a small alligator during Everglades airboat tour experience.
Child holding an alligator puppet at Everglades gift shop during airboat tour.
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Pickup available
  • This airboat tour is approximately 60-mins in length, combining high-speed thrills with expert narration as you explore the Florida Everglades. Spot wild alligators, rare birds, and more in their natural habitat.

  • Nothing beats the rush of skimming across the wetlands while learning about one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. Expect fascinating stories and plenty of surprises along the way!

  • Get up close with Florida’s most famous reptile at a live alligator show by the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team, an experience that’s as thrilling as it is unforgettable.

  • One free professional-grade group photo per party makes sure your adventure isn’t just a memory. Don’t forget to browse the gift shop for Everglades-inspired keepsakes!

  • Upgrade for convenience, choose the airboat tour with included Miami transportation.

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  • This airboat tour is approximately 60-mins in length, combining high-speed thrills with expert narration as you explore the Florida Everglades. Spot wild alligators, rare birds, and more in their natural habitat.

  • Nothing beats the rush of skimming across the wetlands while learning about one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. Expect fascinating stories and plenty of surprises along the way!

  • Get up close with Florida’s most famous reptile at a live alligator show by the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team, an experience that’s as thrilling as it is unforgettable.

  • One free professional-grade group photo per party makes sure your adventure isn’t just a memory. Don’t forget to browse the gift shop for Everglades-inspired keepsakes!

  • Upgrade for convenience, choose the airboat tour with included Miami transportation.

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$42.79
Everglades airboat with tourists gliding through wetlands, Miami tour.
Everglades aerial view with waterways and lush greenery, Miami airboat tour.
Group on airboat tour in Everglades, Miami, with bird flying over water.
Children on an airboat tour in the Everglades, Miami, pointing at wildlife.
Crocodile resting on a log in the Everglades, Miami tour.
Bird drying wings in Everglades wetlands, part of Big Bus Miami tour.
4 hr
Transfers available
Pickup available
  • Alligators, adventure, and an airboat ride are what you can expect from this one-of-a-kind trip from Miami to Everglades Holiday Park.

  • With an English or Spanish live guide, gain insights into the Everglades ecosystem and frame your memories with a complimentary pre-journey photo.

  • Glide through the Everglades to spot diverse wildlife like turtles and birds, and enjoy an interactive show featuring majestic Floridian alligators.

  • With transportation from select central locations in Miami, this is a seamless way to explore the Everglades without the hassle of planning your way to the National Park.

  • Fun fact: The Everglades is the only known place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist.

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  • Alligators, adventure, and an airboat ride are what you can expect from this one-of-a-kind trip from Miami to Everglades Holiday Park.

  • With an English or Spanish live guide, gain insights into the Everglades ecosystem and frame your memories with a complimentary pre-journey photo.

  • Glide through the Everglades to spot diverse wildlife like turtles and birds, and enjoy an interactive show featuring majestic Floridian alligators.

  • With transportation from select central locations in Miami, this is a seamless way to explore the Everglades without the hassle of planning your way to the National Park.

  • Fun fact: The Everglades is the only known place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist.

from $60
$49.80

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Airboat gliding through Everglades at Sawgrass Recreation Park with passengers.
Airboat gliding through Everglades marshland on a private 1-hour adventure tour.
Airboat with tourists in Everglades at Sawgrass Recreation Park.
Alligator on grass in Everglades reptile exhibit.
Visitors feeding a tortoise at Sawgrass Recreation Park Wildlife Show.
Children interacting with a small alligator at Everglades reptile exhibit.
Group on an airboat during a night tour in the Everglades, surrounded by marshland.
Alligator partially submerged in Everglades water during night airboat tour.
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1 hr
2 more
  • Feel the rush of an airboat ride at Sawgrass Recreation Park, zipping through lush marshes at speeds up to 40 mph while spotting wildlife.

  • Learn from expert guides about the park’s fascinating ecosystem and how reptiles contribute to its delicate balance.

  • Step into the reptile sanctuary, where you’ll encounter a variety of native species, including rescued alligators and snakes.

  • Upgrade your adventure with a private airboat tour for a customized experience or take an airboat night tour for an after-dark wildlife encounter.

  • Alternatively, choose the round-trip transportation option to be picked up and dropped off at hotels in Fort Lauderdale.

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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.

  • Learn from expert guides about the park’s fascinating ecosystem and how reptiles contribute to its delicate balance.

  • Step into the reptile sanctuary, where you’ll encounter a variety of native species, including rescued alligators and snakes.

  • Upgrade your adventure with a private airboat tour for a customized experience or take an airboat night tour for an after-dark wildlife encounter.

  • Alternatively, choose the round-trip transportation option to be picked up and dropped off at hotels in Fort Lauderdale.

from
$33.12
Group on an airboat during a night tour in the Everglades, surrounded by marshland.
Alligator resting on a log in the Everglades during a night airboat tour.
Airboat with tourists in Everglades at Sawgrass Recreation Park.
Turtle swimming in Everglades water during airboat night tour.
Airboat gliding through Everglades at dusk during night tour.
Alligator partially submerged in Everglades water during night airboat tour.
Airboat with tourists exploring Everglades wetlands during a night tour.
Alligator swimming underwater during Everglades night airboat tour.
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1 hr
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  • This unforgettable nighttime adventure takes you through the Sawgrass Recreation Park for 1-hour to explore the swamp's mysteries under the cover of darkness with experienced captains.

  • Opting for a night tour enhances your experience by showcasing ways of the nocturnal wildlife, including alligators and other creatures like bobcats and owls that are more active after sunset.

  • Your captain, who knows the area well, will navigate through the waters to locate the famous American Alligator using flashlights and share fascinating insights about the ecosystem.

  • As you glide through the Everglades, you'll not only see the eerie glow of alligator eyes but also hear the sounds of various reptiles, insects, and amphibians.

  • Your ticket also includes access to exhibit areas at Sawgrass Recreation Park between 9am and 5pm, allowing for some daytime sightseeing before your night tour of the Everglades.

  • Upgrade to include transportation to and from Miami via a comfortable shuttle, accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide.

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  • This unforgettable nighttime adventure takes you through the Sawgrass Recreation Park for 1-hour to explore the swamp's mysteries under the cover of darkness with experienced captains.

  • Opting for a night tour enhances your experience by showcasing ways of the nocturnal wildlife, including alligators and other creatures like bobcats and owls that are more active after sunset.

  • Your captain, who knows the area well, will navigate through the waters to locate the famous American Alligator using flashlights and share fascinating insights about the ecosystem.

  • As you glide through the Everglades, you'll not only see the eerie glow of alligator eyes but also hear the sounds of various reptiles, insects, and amphibians.

  • Your ticket also includes access to exhibit areas at Sawgrass Recreation Park between 9am and 5pm, allowing for some daytime sightseeing before your night tour of the Everglades.

  • Upgrade to include transportation to and from Miami via a comfortable shuttle, accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide.

from
$48.15
Group enjoying an Everglades private airboat tour through marshlands.
Aerial view of winding waterways in the Everglades for a private airboat tour.
Group enjoying an Everglades airboat ride through marshland.
Man holding a small alligator during Everglades private airboat tour.
Group enjoying an airboat tour in the Everglades, Florida.
Baby alligators held during Everglades Private Airboat Tour.
Person holding a large snake at Everglades reptile exhibit.
Airboats docked at Everglades marina for private 1-hour adventure tour.
Free cancellation
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1 hr
  • Experience the magic of the Everglades for an hour with a private tour on a custom airboat at Sawgrass Recreation Park.

  • Learn about the 1,000-pound alligator known as Cannibal, turtles, and iguanas, among other native and exotic wildlife species, at the Alligator & Reptile Exhibit.

  • Get a chance to interact with a baby alligator under the guidance of expert handlers with the “Meet a Baby Alligator” experience.

  • This private experience with just your group, offers a relaxed and intimate way to explore the Everglades. With no strangers on board, you’ll get uninterrupted views, personal attention from your guide, and a deeper connection to the wildlife around you.

  • You can even pick the group size that works best for you, whether it’s 4, 6, 12, or 15 people.

More details

  • Experience the magic of the Everglades for an hour with a private tour on a custom airboat at Sawgrass Recreation Park.

  • Learn about the 1,000-pound alligator known as Cannibal, turtles, and iguanas, among other native and exotic wildlife species, at the Alligator & Reptile Exhibit.

  • Get a chance to interact with a baby alligator under the guidance of expert handlers with the “Meet a Baby Alligator” experience.

  • This private experience with just your group, offers a relaxed and intimate way to explore the Everglades. With no strangers on board, you’ll get uninterrupted views, personal attention from your guide, and a deeper connection to the wildlife around you.

  • You can even pick the group size that works best for you, whether it’s 4, 6, 12, or 15 people.

from
$407.18

Pro tips to help you make a pick

From classic airboat rides to full-day guided eco-adventures, tours come in all shapes and speeds. If you’re short on time, go for a 30–60 mins airboat tour.

Want the full experience? Opt for tickets that include wildlife shows, and special exhibits.

Don’t worry if you don’t have a car. Just book a tour that includes hotel pickup from Miami or Fort Lauderdale.

If you’re hoping to spot gators, turtles, or birds, go for an early time slot. Cooler temperatures and quieter surroundings make animals more active in the morning.

About Everglades Airboat tours

From scenic boat tours to thrilling animal encounters, the Everglades is where wild really means wild. Get ready to dive into one of North America's most iconic natural landscapes with exhilarating airboat rides, peaceful kayak routes, and the chance to spot rare wildlife like the elusive Florida panther. Book an Everglades tour to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site’s wetlands, trails, and waterways.


AddressEverglades, Florida, USA
Also known asRiver of Grass
Visitors per year1000000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status1979

Did you know?

Believe it or not, the Everglades isn’t a swamp, it’s actually a massive, slow-moving river, stretching 60 miles wide and flowing over 100 miles long. Yep, you're gliding over a "river of grass.”

It’s the only place on the planet where alligators and crocodiles live side by side. A true reptilian roommate situation that exists nowhere else.

This ecosystem has earned the ultimate nature triple crown: it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a Wetland of International Importance, and a US National Park—all rolled into one.

The Everglades isn’t only about the gators. With over 350 bird species soaring through its skies and nesting in its trees, it is basically heaven for birdwatchers and photographers alike.

Why visit Everglades Airboat tours?

Airboat adventures like nowhere else

Skim over the shallow waters of the marshes on high-powered airboats that take you deep into gator territory. These thrilling rides are guided by locals who know the hidden corners of the Everglades, sharing stories and spotting wildlife you’d otherwise miss.

Wildlife up close

See alligators, turtles, manatees, egrets, and maybe even a rare panther, all living wild and free in their natural habitat. It’s one of the best places in the US to observe animals in the wild without fences or cages.

One of a kind ecosystem

The Everglades is the largest subtropical wilderness in the US and the only place on Earth where alligators and crocodiles coexist. This unique environment also supports rare species found nowhere else, like the snail kite and ghost orchid.

Great for families & nature lovers

From educational exhibits to scenic boat rides, there’s something here for every age and interest. It’s an ideal way to connect with nature while learning about conservation, ecology, and Florida’s natural heritage.

Authentic Florida experience

Forget theme parks, this is Florida’s real deal. Swamps, sawgrass, and the symphony of nature all around you. It’s a refreshing escape into the wild that shows you what Florida looked like long before cities and highways.

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What our guests say

Amy McNece
US

Amy

United States
Jan 2026

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Our tour was fabulous! We got picked up at our Fort Lauderdale hotel and brought to Sawgrass. The tour guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable. When we got to the park we got on an awesome airboat ride and were able to see 3 wild alligators and a lot of beautiful birds. The boat operator was fantastic! Then they had a show in the sanctuary area and that, too, was wonderful. They do an amazing job all the way around. We'll go back when in town again.

Miami: Sawgrass Recreation Park Airboat Tour with Reptile Exhibit & Optional Transportation

Sophia Caggiano
CA

Sophia

Canada
Mar 2026
This tour was informative and fun! The boat ride itself was a cool experience being out on the water in the Everglades. The tour guide was animated and excited also when it came to spotting alligators! We went at around 9am on a windy day and we still saw quite a few alligators, one swimming casually and a few just sunbathing. The tour guide gave us many cool facts about alligators and it was an educational experience. After the tour we got to see some cool presentations and interacted with some of the other wildlife there. My kids (8 and 9) loved it, and as parents we loved it as well. 100% would recommend and would go again!

Miami: Everglades Airboat Tour with Reptile Exhibit & Optional Transportation

James Figgins
US

James

United States
Feb 2026
Saw several alligators plus wildlife. Great boat experience. Alligator presentation was interesting. Ringo was very knowledgeable

Miami: Everglades Airboat Tour with Reptile Exhibit & Optional Transportation

Gian Bruno Stagnaro
US

Gian

United States
Feb 2026
Gavin, our boat captain / tour guide was personable and knowledgeable. Saw a fair amount of alligators and other wildlife. The alligator rescue demonstration was a delight.

Miami: Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tour with Alligator Show

Felix T

Felix

Sep 2025
A fantastic experience. Would definitely recommend. Plenty to see and great tour guides. Got to see a few gators and really enjoy the Everglades.

Miami: Private Everglades Airboat Tour [Group Pricing]

Jackie D

Jackie

Sep 2025
We had an awesome time on our Everglades trip! Sawgrass Recreation Park is a great spot to see gators in their natural habitat for a good price. Our guide, Captain Andrew, was exceptional! He was really knowledgeable and hilarious! We got to see 4 gators up close which was super cool. I’d totally recommend his boat any day!! The land exhibit was excellent. They’re a nonprofit that rescues injured or unwanted reptiles. The workers were all super friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to answer all our questions. We even got to pet a python and a baby gator. I’d highly suggest this park for a half-day trip

Miami: Private Everglades Airboat Tour [Group Pricing]

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