Everglades Day Safari from Miami – Wildlife & Nature Adventure
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Discover the wild beauty of the Everglades on a full-day adventure from Miami. Your journey begins with a narrated van tour through the Tamiami Trail, where you'll see sawgrass prairies, cypress swamps, and a variety of wildlife like alligators, herons, and even rare orchids. This is your chance to connect with nature and learn about the ecosystems that make the Everglades so unique.
Next, hop onto an iconic airboat for a thrilling ride across the shallow wetlands. Feel the wind in your hair as your captain shares stories about the land’s history, wildlife, and local traditions. The day continues with a visit to Big Cypress National Preserve, home to diverse habitats and wildlife including Florida panthers and black bears.
Enjoy a delicious, waterside lunch at Island Cafe in Everglades City, featuring local seafood favorites like fried oysters and grilled Mahi. Then, step back in time at the Smallwood Store, a historic trading post from 1906 that offers insights into frontier life and the region’s cultural history.
The adventure wraps up with a scenic boat cruise through the Ten Thousand Islands, where you'll spot dolphins, manatees, sharks, and a variety of coastal birds. This full-day tour offers a perfect blend of wildlife, history, and natural beauty, making it a memorable way to experience the Everglades from Miami.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Everglades Day Safari from Miami?
The entire tour lasts approximately 9 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore and enjoy each stop.
What is included in the tour?
Your ticket covers a mangrove boat cruise, narrated van tour, expert naturalist guide, lunch, airboat ride, visit to Smallwood's Store Museum, pickup and drop-off from select hotels, and transportation in an air-conditioned van.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, children aged 6-12 are welcome, along with youth aged 13-15 and adults up to 100 years old. All areas are wheelchair accessible, making it inclusive for guests with mobility needs.
What wildlife might I see during the tour?
Expect to see alligators, dolphins, manatees, sharks, various bird species like herons and egrets, and possibly Florida panthers or black bears in Big Cypress.
Can I cancel my booking if my plans change?
Yes, you can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure. Cancellations within 24 hours or due to weather or low enrollment may be subject to cancellation.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours, due to weather, or low enrollment may be canceled without penalty.
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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Mangrove Wilderness Boat Cruise in Everglades National Park
- Narrated van tour
- Expert naturalist or biologist guide
- Lunch
- Airboat ride
- Visit to Smallwood's Store Museum
- Pickup and drop-off from select hotel locations
- Transport by air-conditioned 13-passenger van
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
An ecotour along the Tamiami Trail offers a vivid glimpse into Florida’s wild heart. Guests travel through sawgrass prairies, cypress swamps, and wetland sloughs, surrounded by towering bald cypress trees draped in Spanish moss. Wildlife sightings often include alligators, deer, otters, turtles, and a variety of birds. Guides share stories of the Miccosukee and Seminole tribes, early development, and conservation efforts. This stop is a chance to connect deeply with nature, whether by van, boardwalk, or airboat.
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Stop 2
Experience the 'River of Grass' aboard an iconic airboat, gliding over shallow wetlands. Feel the wind and watch for birds while your captain shares stories about the land and its wildlife.
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Stop 3
Visit Big Cypress National Preserve, a vast landscape supporting diverse habitats and wildlife like alligators, panthers, and hundreds of bird species. Explore the Oasis Visitor Center to learn about the area's ecology and history.
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Stop 4
Enjoy a complimentary lunch at Island Cafe in Everglades City, featuring local seafood and classic favorites like fried oysters, grilled Mahi, burgers, and veggie wraps.
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Stop 5
Visit the historic Smallwood Store in Chokoloskee, a 1906 trading post that offers a glimpse into frontier life and regional history, including stories of early settlers and tribes.
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Stop 6
Conclude with a 60-minute boat tour through the Ten Thousand Islands, spotting dolphins, manatees, sharks, and coastal birds in a peaceful, scenic setting.
Meeting point & pickup
Pickup available, or meet at the start point
How to get there
Pickup is available from listed hotels. Exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours, due to weather, or low enrollment may be canceled without penalty.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours
- May be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $250.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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