Florida Everglades Night Airboat Adventure
About this activity
Highlights
- Private night airboat ride
- Experienced local guide
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
- Explore Everglades at night
- Unique adventure experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private night airboat ride
- Experienced local guide
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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.
Meeting point
Start Location
Sawgrass Recreation Park, 1006 US-27, Weston, FL 33327, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for all ages and does not have specific age restrictions.
- The airboat ride is designed to be accessible for most individuals; please inform the operator of any mobility concerns in advance.
- Service animals are permitted; please notify the operator when booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for the evening weather.
- Bring insect repellent to ensure a comfortable experience.
- Ensure your camera or smartphone is fully charged for night photography.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- 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
Traveler reviews
Concern for animal welfare in the reptile enclosures at Sawgrass Recreation Park
We decided to visit this park expecting a respectful experience with nature, but we left deeply disappointed. They keep alligators and reptiles in captivity within small wire enclosures, with noticeably stagnant, dirty, and unhealthily yellowish water. The worst part is that they use baby alligators for tourist entertainment, forcing them to pose for photos with their mouths completely sealed with thick black tape, which causes them evident stress. If you are looking for an authentic and respectful experience with the wildlife of the Everglades, do not come here. There are much more ethical options within the National Park.
Gator trip
The experience was unique and fun for all ages - kids were entertained and the guide was knowledgeable.
Well worth the visit
Great trip. Captain Justin is good peops. Saw 5 Gators.
Wear headphones especially for young kids!!
It is advised to alert all costumers of the loud noise of the airboat especially for children so they can wear headphones as small children do not keep ear plugs in and the earplugs weren’t very good as one of mine tore early on!!!
Wonderful!
It was truly a wonderful experience! We had already done a day ride and that was great too! However, there is something really special about the night ride! I recommend it highly even if you have already done it during the day. We saw lots of gators and our captain, Disco, was very knowledgeable. He could spot a gator from so far away! We were all amazed!