Everglades Day Trip
Unique subtropical wetland ecosystem 45 minutes from Miami. Wild alligators, airboat rides, rare birds, and mangrove forests.
Unique subtropical wetland ecosystem 45 minutes from Miami. Wild alligators, airboat rides, rare birds, and mangrove forests.
National Park: $30 per vehicle (7 days), under 16 free. Airboat: $25-50. Tours from Miami: $40-80
December-April (dry season) — fewer mosquitoes and better wildlife viewing
By car ~1 hour via US-41 (Tamiami Trail) or Florida Turnpike. Organized tours from hotel: $40-80 with transfer.
Airboat through sawgrass marshes (30-60 min). Walking trails through mangroves. Alligators, crocodiles, manatees, herons, ibises. Shark Valley: 15-mile bike/tram loop with observation tower.
Shark Valley observation tower (360 view), alligators at Anhinga Trail
Hours vary by entrance. Shark Valley 8:30 AM-6 PM, Anhinga Trail dawn-dusk
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Yes, very safe. Licensed operators follow all safety regulations. Ear protection provided for noise. Suitable for children 3+.
Useful tips for visiting Everglades Day Trip
Must use mosquito repellent, especially in wet season (May-November)
Average temperature by month