Florida Everglades Night Airboat Ride: Untamed Wilderness Exploration
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23 Ratings
Weston
Experience the thrill of exploring the untamed wilderness of the Florida Everglades at night on a private airboat tour. Discover the secrets of this remarkable natural treasure and enjoy complimentary entrance to the exhibit area during the day.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sawgrass Recreation Park - In this private Florida Everglades Airboat tour, your experienced captain will guide your craft across the river of sawgrass and cattails at speeds up to 40 mph (64 km), all under the cover of dark. As you glide across the swamp, you’ll hear the calls and rustling of the Everglades’ nocturnal creatures. Your guide will tell you stories about the Seminole Indians who lived in this wilderness, as well as the panthers, birds, snakes, frogs, fish and bugs that call this national wildlife preserve home.
In addition to this fascinating airboat adventure, you’ll also gain entrance to exhibit areas at Sawgrass Recreation Park during normal daytime hours. You’ll see many species both native and exotic to Florida, learn about a 1,000-pound alligator and interact with animals in the swamp yard exhibit.
Important Note: Pricing is based on a per person basis; regardless of number of people booking, you are buying out the whole boat for your private tour. All ages are welcome to enjoy the airboat tour. Children 3 years and under need not be included in the guest count as there are no additional charges for this age.
What's Included
- Ear Protection
- Private 60-minute nighttime airboat ride
- Admission to Sawgrass Recreation Park from 9AM - 5PM
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Embark on a unique and exciting adventure with a private night airboat tour of the remarkable Florida Everglades. Experience the thrill as you glide over the swamp in a specially crafted airboat, under the starlight! This 60-minute nocturnal voyage takes you to exclusive spots in the Everglades, unraveling the mysteries of this wild terrain. Your nighttime tour package includes free admission to the exhibit area during the day. The listed price is determined on the basis of nine (9) individuals in your group.
- Displayed pricing is based on nine (9) people in your party.
- Due to seasonality, availability can sometimes be limited so it is required that guests call in advance to confirm day and time of tour prior to arrival
- Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour due to inclement weather
- Children ages 3 and under are free of charge and do not require a ticket
- Children ages 6 and under are required to wear a life jacket
- Guests must call to confirm reservation date and time
Location
Sawgrass Recreation Park Everglades Airboat Eco Adventures
US Highway 27
Directions: From the North:
Take I-95 South or the Turnpike South to 595 West. On 595 take I-75 North towards Naples. Stay on I-75 North until you come to Exit 23 North (U.S. Highway 27) towards South Bay. We are just two miles to the North on the right hand side of the road. Turn right and cross over the bridge, make another immediate right down into the parking lot.
From the South:
Take I-95 North or the Turnpike North to 595Â West. On 595 take I-75 North towards Naples. Stay on I-75 North until you come to Exit 23 North (U.S. Highway 27) towards South Bay. We are just two miles to the North on the right hand side of the road. Turn right and cross over the bridge, make another immediate right down into the parking lot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(23 Ratings)
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O545thscottf
Mar 28, 2024
Thank you for a wonderful experience! - Trip was amazing. Our Captain Trey did a fantastic job taking us out, and finding wildlife in the area. During our trip we saw seven alligators! It was a wonderful time for our family. The trip was also very relaxing and safe. Never felt nervous about anything. We also got the opportunity to see baby gators and had a chance to pet them. The Sawgrass team was very respectful and took safety very seriously during the entire time. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you!
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V7836ljmarianac
Dec 30, 2023
Recommend - Very nice ride on airboat and description of nature. We encountered two alligators and several birds.
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Y6873qtjanetg
Sep 24, 2023
Everglades Airboat at Night - Oh my goodness! I loved this...the Everglades at night are so amazingly etereal. And we had a great time searching out alligators. One was not happy with us and banged right into the boat. But the best part was just taking in the beauty of the Everglades at night.
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Acruiser
Aug 3, 2023
Best Alligator Tour for Your Money - This is an excellent tour if you truly want to see alligators and increase your knowledge of them. Our captain, Nick, was extremely knowledgeable and gave us the opportunity to see so many alligators from new borns to adults. We explored other native wildlife as well. It was non-stop alligator sightings where we were taken close up to get great video and photos. This is definitely the tour to book. Don’t waste your money elsewhere. Take this tour.
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Extraordinary815394
Jun 9, 2023
Fantastic tour…Would do it again! - Incredible experience! We spent an hour on the air boat at night with Captain Robert and would highly recommend! Not for young children, but our teenagers loved it! Thrilling tour but still felt safe with our knowledgeable guide. Would do it again!
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Laura_s
Jun 23, 2022
Private Night Airboat Ride - Captain Disco was great, informative and a good guide. We saw 4 alligators, but it’s understandable once you learn about the alligators move around in their habitat. It was pretty cool they way he would spot them with the flashlight.
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Tfelts69
Feb 24, 2022
Fun Had By All - Captain Chuck really showed us a good time! We saw alligators, herons, coots and fish. The sunset was beautiful! Highly recommend the private over the group, for the main reason the boat. The group boat sit down inside, like an amusement ride. Private group boat sits high on top of the boat. You get a better view, lots of wind and the feeling of gliding over the saw grass is so fun!
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Csandt2714
Feb 20, 2022
late night fun - so awesome looking for alligators at night. tour guide was great. airboat is cool gliding over everything in the swamp.
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Janet
Feb 8, 2022
A new appreciation for the beauty of the Florida Everglades. - Anyone who has the time should consider this tour. The Everglades at night are so beautiful--ethereal is how I would describe it. And it was fun searching for alligators. Well worth the time and money.
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Michelemccue
Jan 5, 2022
IZOD - Actually seeing alligators & other Everglade creatures & given info about them. FASCINATING! Captain Mike did a great job as captain & teacher!
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