Miami Everglades Airboat Adventure: The Perfect Day in the Wetlands
Just west of the city lies the River of Grass — a vast subtropical wilderness of alligators, wading birds and sawgrass prairie. This Miami Everglades itinerary shows you how to spend an unforgettable day in the wetlands, from a high-speed airboat ride to a wildlife show and a walk in the national park, with the best-rated tours and transfers to book.
At a glance
- 1Depart Miami for the wetlands
- 2Airboat ride through the sawgrass
- 3Alligator & wildlife show
- 4Everglades National Park nature walk
Getting to the Everglades from Miami
The Everglades begin barely 45 minutes west of Downtown Miami, so this makes an easy half-day trip. The simplest option is a tour that includes round-trip transport with hotel pickup, letting you skip the drive and parking. If you prefer to go independently, the airboat ranches along Tamiami Trail and the national park entrances near Homestead are a short drive away. Morning departures are best, when wildlife is most active and the air is cooler.
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