From Miami: Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Exhibit & Roundtrip Bus
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
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Escape the city and experience the wild heart of Florida on an unforgettable Everglades adventure at Sawgrass Recreation Park, complete with convenient Big Bus transportation from Miami. Glide across open waters at up to 40 mph on a thrilling airboat ride while your expert captain shares insights about this unique ecosystem and helps you spot native wildlife, including alligators, birds, and turtles.
Afterward, explore the reptile sanctuary, home to over 50 rescued reptiles, meet the impressive 1,000-pound alligator Cannibal, and enjoy the interactive “Meet a Baby Alligator” experience. With engaging presentations and a stop at The Gator Grill for tasty bites, this tour offers the perfect mix of excitement, education, and fun.
Enjoy priority airboat boarding at the park and a comfortable, air-conditioned bus to and from Miami.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 15 minutes in advance of your chosen departure time.
The journey to the Everglades takes between 45-60 minutes. Total tour duration is approximately 5 hours.
Please inform us in advance if you have accessibility requirements (e.g. if you are a wheelchair user) so we are able to make arrangements to accommodate you comfortably.
Spanish Everglades tour option includes Spanish on bus only. Everglades tour in English.
We recommend bringing sunscreen, water, and wearing comfortable clothing to ensure a pleasant experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Miami
We meet all travellers at a meeting point.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Enjoy a thrilling Everglades airboat ride and wildlife encounter at Sawgrass Recreation Park, with comfortable round-trip travel from Miami by Big Bus for an unforgettable half-day adventure.
What‘s Included
Wildlife educational encounter with rescued animals
No additional fees
Roundtrip bus transfer in motorcoach
Air-conditioned vehicle
"Meet a Baby Alligator" Experience
Free Group Photo at Everglades Park
Guided Airboat Tour with Priority Boarding
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Options
Downtown Miami Departure
Bayside Marketplace Pick-up: 10:00am tour in both English and Spanish (bus commentary only)
Starting point:
333 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA
Miami Beach Departure
Soundscape Park Pick-Up: 9:30am tour in both English and Spanish (bus commentary only)
Starting point:
1680 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
Reviews
1,967 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
amazing experience !
E5067WEemmal,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everglades is a very amazing expérience !! I recommend it at all that want that love seeing animals in the nature. Thank you ronet blanc for the trip, you’re so Nice. In addition it was very well organized
Interesting trip to Everglades
Dreamer534272,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organised trip with just the right amount of time for each activity. Ronet was a great guide - informative and entertaining.
Well worth doing!
Nicola F,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this trip. The coach was comfortable and had air-con. The alligator show was interesting. The air-boat experience was awesome. Captain Nick was excellent with really informative commentary. We saw several alligators including one with a hump (Esmeralda), and lots of Osprey. The best bit was captain Nick speeding us around the Everglades. It was exhilarating!
Great experience and...
John M,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience and highly recommend. We saw some great wildlife and the alligator show and zoo was great.
Everglades Tour
Discover623977,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice tour! The bus ride with Ronet was entertaining to where you didn’t realize it was an hour drive. He provided information on the area on the way down. You get a free picture just prior to hopping on the airboat. The actual alligator siting is dependent on the alligators 🐊 - only nature has control of that. We saw a few but only one stayed put for pics/videos. NOTE/ See it for yourself. I read a lot of horrible reviews and my experience was nothing like those bad reviews. Some people just have a hard time following instructions and then blame others.
Great Day with Ronet!
blackpegasus,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver, Ronet, was great. He gave us great facets along the way. He was nice and made sure everyone got to experience everything in the allotted time. Airboat ride was fun!
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280gitam,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00very good and memorable excursion and Ronet Blanc
Perfect Day Trip From South Beach
D2998BXsarab,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Ronet who made the bus ride fun and educational. Reptile farm was perfect to explore before a smooth airboat ride on the Everglades where our knowledge guide found us 3 alligators!
Everglades
73marshallw,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful trip. Our driver and host was superb, Nonetheless Blanc
The tour its self was...
cara f,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The tour its self was very good However the bus travel was poor. The bus broke down and everyone on the bus was left out in the rain standing for over 30 minutes. When a new bus came It didn’t have enough seats for everyone leaving people standing and crammed for the remained of bus journey
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