• US Highway 41 - Continue straight ahead. The Miccosukee were not the only tribe to inhabit this area. Over the centuries, South Florida was home to many distinct tribes, including the powerful Calusa. The Seminole, descendants of the Creek tribe from Georgia, were among the last tribes to form in the region.

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The tour spans over 42 miles, featuring more than 27 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

• Miccosukee Indian Village - Coming up soon is an opportunity to visit the Miccosukee Indian Village. Operated by members of the Miccosukee tribe, this village offers Native arts and crafts and includes a museum showcasing their history. The tribe has a rich history in southern Florida. During the Indian Wars in the 1800s, 100 members fled into the Everglades to avoid capture.
• Nature Trail Tree Snail - Approaching soon is a short trail with a unique attraction. The Tree Snail Hammock Trail is a quarter-mile loop through a hardwood forest, taking only five minutes to complete if you just want to stretch your legs. However, most visitors choose to linger longer, as it’s an excellent spot to observe the elusive tree snail.
• H.P. Williams Roadside Park - Just ahead is H.P. Williams Roadside Park. If you’re eager to see wildlife, this is the place for you. A boardwalk runs along a waterway popular with alligators, turtles, and occasionally snakes. It’s also a fantastic location to observe herons and egrets wading in the water, as well as hawks perched in the trees above.
• Loop Road - Continue straight. You’re traveling along what is known as Loop Road. While it may be easy to drive, it was certainly not easy to construct. In 1915, Miami businessman James Jaudon had a vision. He imagined a highway cutting across the South Florida swamp, facilitating easy transport of goods.
• County Road 94 - How did this area become a national preserve? It all began with plans to build an airport. When the Everglades became a national park in the 1940s, the federal government couldn’t purchase this land from private owners, leaving it vulnerable to development. In the 1960s, the government proposed building the Big Cypress Jetport here, which would have been the world’s largest airport at the time.
• Gator Hook Trail - Up ahead is Gator Hook Trail, offering a unique experience. This moderately challenging, 5-mile round trip hike starts on dry land but soon leads hikers into ankle-deep water, eventually reaching knee-deep or, for shorter travelers, hip-deep water!
• Kirby Storter Roadside Park - Approaching soon is Kirby Storter Roadside Park, one of Big Cypress’s most iconic attractions. The main feature of this park is the mile-long boardwalk winding through lush hardwood and cypress trees. The trail is strikingly green and pleasantly shaded. For those who want to be surrounded by some of the most stunning natural scenery Big Cypress Swamp has to offer, this is a must-see trail.
• Big Cypress National Preserve - Welcome to the tour of Big Cypress National Preserve! The tour begins at 29701 Southwest 8th Street in Miami. Buffalo Tiger’s boat shop should be visible on your right. If you’re not already there, head there now.

Note: This 48-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Big Cypress in 3-5 hours.

• 38000 Tamiami Trail E - Look ahead for a small white shack. That’s the Ochopee Post Office, the smallest post office in North America! If you’d like to stop in and get something postmarked, they’re usually happy to oblige. It’s a unique souvenir you won’t find anywhere else!
• Nathaniel P. Reed Visitor Center - Coming up shortly is the Nathaniel P. Reed Visitor Center, marking the end of our tour. This visitor center offers all the usual amenities, along with paintings by renowned Everglades artist Sam Vinikoff. It’s also an intriguing facility, as it was thoughtfully designed with energy conservation in mind.
• Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk - Located about ten miles from the Nathaniel P. Reed Visitor Center, the Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk showcases some truly iconic Big Cypress scenery. This half-mile boardwalk meanders through an old-growth cypress grove, which is as lush and green as it sounds.

• Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
• Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
• Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
• Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
• Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
• Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
• One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
• Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
• Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
• Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

• No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Embark on a unique journey with this self-guided driving tour through the verdant wetlands of Big Cypress National Preserve. Wander along picturesque boardwalks amidst the preserve’s varied habitats, explore the complex history of this delicate ecosystem, and be on the lookout for alligators! As you explore this tranquil and uniquely beautiful area, you’ll learn about the Seminole tribe, the controversial plans to build an airport in the preserve, and much more.

After booking, be sure to check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.

Enjoy new, lifetime access with no expiration. Use it anytime, on any trip, as often as you like.

Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.

• Roadwork Delays: US Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) remains open, but travelers should expect up to 15-minute delays due to ongoing construction.
• Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
• Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
• At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
• Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
• Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
• More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
• Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
• Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
• Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
• Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
• The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.