Everglades National Park: Full‑Day Tour with Airboat, Dry Walk & Transportation Tickets

Everglades National Park Full-Day Tour with Airboat and Dry Walk

This comprehensive day trip from Miami takes you deep into America's only subtropical wilderness preserve. You'll experience three distinct ecosystems of the Everglades through an airboat ride across the River of Grass, a guided nature walk through cypress stands and prairies, and a boat cruise among the 10,000 Islands. Your certified naturalist guide shares insights into the region's wildlife, indigenous history and conservation efforts throughout this UNESCO World Heritage Site exploration.

The tour combines adventure with education, offering close encounters with alligators, dolphins, manatees and over 350 bird species. Hotel pickup from Miami and Fort Lauderdale makes this accessible without the hassle of driving to remote areas. For those seeking more Miami adventures, consider exploring the vibrant Art Deco architecture of South Beach or taking a scenic cruise through Biscayne Bay.

What is Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Miami and Fort Lauderdale
• One-hour airboat ride through the River of Grass
• 80-minute boat cruise among the 10,000 Islands
• 1.5-hour guided nature walk with certified naturalist
• Narrated scenic drive through the Everglades
• Lunch in Everglades City with dietary options available
• Use of binoculars during wildlife viewing
• Keepsake water bottle
• Safety introduction and briefing

Good to Know

This full-day tour lasts approximately 9-10 hours including transportation. Your day begins with hotel pickup, followed by a safety briefing at the Miccosukee General Store. The meeting point serves as your introduction to the region before heading into the heart of the Everglades.

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for walking on uneven and potentially wet terrain. Bring sun protection including sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. The tour operates in most weather conditions, with only severe weather causing potential rescheduling. Children aged 5 and above are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Hotel pickups are available from most locations in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Confirm your specific pickup location during booking and arrive at least 10 minutes early. Large luggage is not permitted on the tour vehicle, though bag storage is available. Pack light and bring standard photo identification if requested at pickup. If you're planning to extend your Florida wildlife experience, the Crystal River manatee tours offer another unique marine mammal encounter.