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Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $25 / person
- Location
- Miami, United States
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 80 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sunny Miami Tours
- Meeting point
- We do not provide hotel pickups outside Miami Beach. The designated meeting point is Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami. Pickup is time 9:50 AM.
Description
What sets us apart on the journey from Miami to Everglades Park is our commitment to creating an immersive, hassle-free experience that goes beyond just a typical tour. From the moment guests are picked up in comfortable, air-conditioned transportation, they’re accompanied by knowledgeable guides who are passionate about sharing insights into the Everglades' ecosystem, wildlife, and conservation efforts. Once at the park, we provide a more intimate look at the Everglades, starting with an exclusive 40-minute airboat tour that takes visitors deeper into the heart of this natural wonder, maximizing the chances to spot alligators and rare bird species. We follow up with an informative and engaging alligator show, ensuring guests leave with a richer understanding of the park’s unique ecosystem and a sense of connection to this remarkable environment. REMEMBER THERE WILL BE A BALANCE OF $35 PER PERSON DUE ON BOARD TO COMPLETE THE BOOKING
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 13–64)
- $25
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $25
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $15
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Everglades National Park
Upon arrival at Everglades Park, visitors will embark on an exciting adventure through Florida’s unique ecosystem. They’ll begin with a thrilling 40-minute airboat tour, gliding across the waters as they observe the park's diverse wildlife, including alligators in their natural habitat. The airboat ride offers close encounters with nature, highlighting the beauty of this vast wetland. After the airboat tour, guests will enjoy an engaging alligator show, where they'll learn fascinating facts about these creatures and the importance of conservation in the Everglades. There's also a chance to snap a memorable photo at the park to capture the experience. Following about two hours of exploration and immersion in the Everglades' ecosystem, guests will return to Miami, where they’ll be dropped off at the original meeting point. This adventure promises a memorable journey into the heart of Florida's wild beauty.
What's included
Included
Alligator show
Licensed Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Airboat tour
Not included
Gratuities
Balance for entrance
Pickup Locations & Times
Your reservation time is the TOUR DEPARTURE TIME, not your hotel pickup time. The Everglades Tour departs from Miami at approximately 10:00 AM. However, hotel pickups begin up to TWO HOURS BEFORE departure. Booking the 10:00 AM tour does NOT mean you will be picked up at 10:00 AM. MIAMI BEACH PICKUPS: Pickups are available ONLY at selected locations along Collins Avenue. We do NOT pick up from every hotel. Our northernmost pickup location is Crystal Beach, located near 69th Street & Collins Avenue. Pickup at this location is approximately 8:30 AM. If you are staying north of this area, you must travel to this meeting point. When making your reservation, please select one of the available pickup hotels. If your hotel is not listed, you must choose the closest available meeting point. OUTSIDE MIAMI BEACH: We do not provide hotel pickups outside Miami Beach. The designated meeting point is Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami. Pickup is approximately 9:50 AM. IMPORTANT: After booking, please contact us to CONFIRM your exact pickup location and pickup time. Please be ready and waiting outside your confirmed location before the scheduled pickup time. REMEMBER THERE WILL BE A BALANCE OF $35 PER PERSON DUE ON BOARD TO COMPLETE THE BOOKING
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
80 reviews
How it compares in Miami
- Starting price $25 is 77% below the typical $110 for tours of similar length in Miami
Excurgo comparison of 1,144 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Balance of $35 per person must be paid due on board (CASH ONLY)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands take?
Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands cost?
Prices start at $25 per person for this Miami experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $15, adults from $25. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Your reservation time is the TOUR DEPARTURE TIME, not your hotel pickup time. The Everglades Tour departs from Miami at approximately 10:00 AM. However, hotel pickups begin up to TWO HOURS BEFORE departure. Booking the 10:00 AM tour does NOT mean you will be picked up at 10:00 AM. MIAMI BEACH PICKUPS: Pickups are available ONLY at selected locations along Collins Avenue. We do NOT pick up from every hotel. Our northernmost pickup location is Crystal Beach, located near 69th Street & Collins Avenue. Pickup at this location is approximately 8:30 AM. If you are staying north of this area, you must travel to this meeting point. When making your reservation, please select one of the available pickup hotels. If your hotel is not listed, you must choose the closest available meeting point. OUTSIDE MIAMI BEACH: We do not provide hotel pickups outside Miami Beach. The designated meeting point is Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami. Pickup is approximately 9:50 AM. IMPORTANT: After booking, please contact us to CONFIRM your exact pickup location and pickup time. Please be ready and waiting outside your confirmed location before the scheduled pickup time. REMEMBER THERE WILL BE A BALANCE OF $35 PER PERSON DUE ON BOARD TO COMPLETE THE BOOKING Pickup points include Catalina Hotel & Beach Club.
What languages is Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Everglades Airboat Experience – Wildlife & Wetlands worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 80 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sunny Miami Tours.
Reviews(80)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Fun, Convenient Everglades Experience. Highly Recommend!
We loved the experience and highly recommend it. The package includes a shuttle to Everglades Holiday Park with many pickup/drop-off locations around Miami. Ours was only a 2-minute walk away. The bus ride was also entertaining, with the driver/comedian sharing Miami history and pointing out landmarks. The airboats hold about 15-20 people, and the 45-minute to 1-hour ride gave us plenty of chances to see alligators, birds, and other wildlife. You don’t get wet since the boats have windshields and most of the spray goes behind you. Afterward, there’s a live alligator show and an opportunity to take a picture with a baby gator. One important note: you pay $25 per person online, but there is also an additional $35 per person cash payment to the driver. Overall, it was a fun and well organized experience.
1
Nice experience
It was a good experience for me. I had so much fun. They have lots of pickup locations. It was easy and super quick.
C
So much fun!
Armando is the best tour guide. We were picked up at the hotel and did not wait long to get on the boat. We saw 6 alligators!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with Armando and enjoyed the convenience of the hotel pickup. Seeing six alligators is definitely an exciting day on the water! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon.
M
Nice ride but not in Everglades National Park
Title of tour was misleading. Very disappointed that this excursion was in Ft. Lauderdale instead of the Everglades National Park. However, the airboat captain was informative, we saw a few alligators and other wildlife, and the ride on the man-made canals nice.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the location did not meet your expectations. Our Everglades experience takes place at an authorized airboat park within the Everglades ecosystem in Broward County, rather than inside Everglades National Park. We appreciate your comments and will review our tour description to ensure the location is communicated as clearly as possible to avoid any misunderstanding. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the airboat captain’s informative commentary and had the opportunity to see alligators and other local wildlife. Thank you for joining us and for helping us improve the experience for future guests.
C
Good experience, but was hoping to see more wildlife
The trip to Everglades National Park was overall good and the transportation was well organized. During the airboat ride, a large area of wetland has been seen, which is quite attractive. The environment and conservation information in the guide was also instructive. However, I expected to see more wildlife, but the presence of animals on that day was relatively low. Also, the airboat ride would have been a little longer. Nevertheless, it is an enjoyable tour for those interested in learning about nature and the environment.
Operator response
We're glad to hear that you found the transportation well organized and enjoyed exploring the Everglades. The vast wetlands, unique ecosystem, and environmental importance of this remarkable area make it a truly special destination, and we're happy that you found the information provided by the guide both interesting and educational. Regarding wildlife sightings, the Everglades is a natural environment, and the number of animals visible can vary greatly depending on factors such as weather conditions, time of day, season, and animal activity. While we always hope guests will see a wide variety of wildlife, sightings can never be guaranteed since the animals roam freely in their natural habitat. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the duration of the airboat ride. We'll certainly keep your comments in mind as we continue working with our partners to provide the best possible experience for our guests.
P
Skip trip advisor go with your directly.
Book directly with the provider. The pickup options trip advisor gave were incorrect we had to drive ourselves. Guide was ok alligator show was excellent. Trip advisor did not respond to texts on app, we tried to verify pickup location several times with trip advisor no response. Sunny Miami tours was the service they were kind a gracious and waited for us.
Operator response
We sincerely apologize for the confusion regarding the pickup information. Unfortunately, when reservations are made through third-party platforms, the pickup details displayed are sometimes not updated correctly, which can lead to misunderstandings. We understand how frustrating that can be. We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the alligator show and that our team at Sunny Miami Tours was able to assist you. We always do our best to accommodate our guests and ensure they don't miss out on their experience whenever possible. Thank you for your kind words about our staff. We truly appreciate your understanding and are glad we were able to make the tour happen for you despite the initial inconvenience. We hope to welcome you back again on another Miami adventure in the future!
M
Much to improve
Unlucky in spotting crocodiles and even seeing few birds in the area. The food offer is lacking. It is equally worth it.
Operator response
Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia. Lamentamos que durante su visita no haya tenido la oportunidad de ver más cocodrilos o una mayor variedad de aves. Al tratarse de animales en su hábitat natural, los avistamientos pueden variar de un día a otro y dependen de diferentes factores ambientales. También agradecemos sus comentarios sobre la oferta de comida; los tendremos en cuenta para seguir mejorando la experiencia de nuestros visitantes. Nos alegra saber que, a pesar de estos aspectos, considera que la experiencia valió la pena. Esperamos tener la oportunidad de recibirle nuevamente en el futuro.
M
Not worthed
The bus had no window sight. It was covered with advertisements. The tour guide did not describe anything and did not accompany us inside the place. He basically drove us and wanted tips.
Operator response
We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Our vehicles are sometimes wrapped for promotional purposes, but visibility is still designed to allow guests to enjoy the route. Regarding the guide, commentary is provided throughout the drive, and in most stops guests are given time to explore independently, as guides are not always able to accompany groups inside every location. We also want to clarify that tips are never required or expected, and are always entirely at the discretion of our guests. We appreciate your feedback and will review your comments internally to ensure the quality and consistency of the experience.
M
Gator trip
Very good experience from the beginning to the end, bus driver entertaining and knowledgeable, boat experience well worth it
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re very happy to hear that you had a great experience from beginning to end. It’s wonderful to know that our driver made the tour entertaining and informative, and that you enjoyed the boat experience as well. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon for another great adventure with Sunny Miami Tours!
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