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Everglades: Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour and Boardwalk

Everglades: Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour and Boardwalk

Discover the unique ecosystems of the Everglades during an airboat tour. Admire the natural surroundings and keep your eyes peeled to try and spot alligators and other types of wildlife. Make your through narrow channels and feel an adrenaline rush. You can also upgrade your experience with a buggy tour and take in the beautiful scenery of a lush cypress forest from an elevated platform. The Mangroves provide shelter for alligators and various other species. Listen to your guide will share all sorts of knowledge about the plants, animals, and history of the Everglades during the tour. Walk along the Everglades City Boardwalk and stroll through a mangrove forest, unaccompanied by a guide and at your own pace, while keeping your eyes peeled to spot raccoons, alligators, manatees, and more.

Miami: Everglades Airboat Eco Tour w/ Luxury Transportation

Miami: Everglades Airboat Eco Tour w/ Luxury Transportation

Forget about tourist traps! You found one of the best and most affordable Everglades Eco tour. Through this shared tour we will take you to the real Everglades , and offering a rare opportunity to explore one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, not to a overcrowded tourist trap park used by most of the tour agencies, never mentioned clearly. You will have the real Airboat experience by getting onboard an "open air" airboat usually with a small group of passengers and not on an overcrowded airboat ( 60% of times just as a private airboat ride at the price of a shared tour). A visit to an old indian village is usually included during the ride. Moreover the airboat covers more than 8 miles of this unique environment made of natural marshes ( not just circling over a short distance as it happens in the more commercial parks). The Everglades, the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S., often called the " River of Grass" is a unique and diverse ecosystem made up of sawgrass marshes, mangrove forests, cypress swamps, and a network of slow-moving rivers. You will explore the real wilderness and admiring the abundant wildlife like alligators, turtles, and many different species of birds and wading birds. You will travel in the comfort of a Premium Suv Suburban and that is another perk of our tour. Your certified driver/guide will provide with a live narrative on board in the language of your choice, while the pilot onboard will always speak in English. We will also drive inside the Indian reservation, a unique opportunity to learn about the history, culture and traditions of the Seminoles and Miccosukee Tribe. No animal show with this tour as because we do not support animal abuse which often happens through the so called " Alligator shows". So, with this tour you would have the opportunity to : 1) Visiting the Everglades and taking a 40 minutes shared Airboat Ride tour onboard a real open-air airboat(not a roofed 50+ seat touristic airboat) with elevated seats for a better view, gliding over natural marshes ( not man-made canals). 3) Free time to visit the Miccosukee Indian reservation handicraft store ( except on monday and tuesday). 4) Top notch service - small groups - travelling in the comfort, safety and class of a 2023 Chevrolet Suburban with free Wi-FI always available. The whole tour takes about 3.5-4 hours. Pick up time can be between 8 am and 1:30 pm ( We will confirm the pick time 1-2 days before the tour starts. Usually pick up is at 8 am but in some cases can change)

Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour

Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour

On this 2-hour tour near Marco Island, explore the Ten Thousand Islands with a Florida Master Naturalist Guide. Enjoy the wild dolphin show before visiting an uninhabited barrier island beach to collect shells and other treasures. Depending on the season, expect to see manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, alligators, rosette spoonbills, and numerous species of fish and shorebirds. Learn about the Everglades eco-systems, flora and fauna, rich heritage, and long history. The area's wildlife moves around so each tour is different. Many species are seasonal and inhabit different areas depending on environmental conditions. Be sure to bring your camera, binoculars, sunglasses, snacks, favorite drinks, a hat, and towels. Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

Naples, FL: Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

Naples, FL: Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

Manatees, sometimes called sea cows for their slow and peaceful movements, are often spotted in Florida waterways. On this wildlife spotting tour, you'll have a chance to get up close to manatees and other animals such as alligators, sharks, and birds as you cruise around on a covered boat, which caters to all types of weather. Meet your guide and group at the port and embark on a covered boat. Set sail, take in the views, and get ready to spot some wildlife. Exploring with a guide means your chances of spotting the creatures are dramatically increased. Take the whole family along on this exciting boat tour that glides around the Port of the Islands and the Everglades on the search for manatees, alligators, sharks, birds, and more. Snap some amazing close-up photos of these special creatures. Head back to the meeting point.

Miami: Everglades Full-Day Tour with 2 Boat Trips and Lunch

Miami: Everglades Full-Day Tour with 2 Boat Trips and Lunch

After pickup from your hotel enjoy a narrated tour enroute to to Everglades National Park. Embark on an exhilarating 75 minute airboat ride way out into the "River of Grass" . Visit a Native American tree island village only accessible from the airboat. Learn about how and why the native Americans survived in this harsh environment. Visit the pristine region of Everglades National Park known as the 10,000 Islands via a 80 minute boat trip. You will venture out to a remote island and have the chance to explore a bit on your own. On this mangrove adventure cruise you can see pods of dolphins, manatees, pelicans, roseate spoonbills, sawfish, sea turtles and more. Your adventure will end with a relaxing guided walk to a beautiful Cypress Dome where you can spot alligatrs, turtles and see very rare plants including bromeliads and native orchids. This trip includes a delicious lunch (order of the menu) with vegetarian and vegan options. Other highlights inlcude a stop a historic trading post, the smallest post office in the US, and visit the art gallery of a famous local artist. Get dropped off at your hotel, the airport, or cruise port to end your amazing experience. We can store your luggage with us during the day.

Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

Paddle down the beautiful waterways of Cocoa Beach and get an up close and personal experience with the amazing nature, beauty and wildlife that Florida has to offer. During your tour, be on the lookout for Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, live Conch, Pelicans, Mangroves, pink spoonbills, and much more. Stop at one of the beautiful islands as your guides go over the interesting history of the town. Enjoy a visit to Banana River Manatee Refuge, Florida. There are only a few places in the world where you can see the West Indian Manatees and the Banana River Manatee Refuge is one of them. Often you will be able to see large groups of manatees and dolphins in this area making it one of the best places to paddle board or kayak in all of Florida. Pass by the Thousand Islands Conservation Area, a 338-acre site located on the Banana River adjacent to Cocoa beach which consists of a series of islands in the Indian River Lagoon. The Conservation area is made up of over 1000 small islands, most only accessible by boat or kayak. The area is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including storks, dolphins, manatees, Roseate Spoonbills, as well as rare and endangered tropical plants. Pass by this area for an exciting 30-minutes.

Everglades National Park: Pontoon Boat Tour & Boardwalk

Everglades National Park: Pontoon Boat Tour & Boardwalk

Experience the natural beauty of Everglades National Park's Ten Thousand Islands. Your knowledgeable guides will enrich your journey with insights into the ecosystem and local history. Experience this natural wonder aboard a comfortable 45-foot pontoon boat with partial shade, perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and those eager to discover the unique beauty of Florida’s coastal wilderness. Begin your tour on the Barron River, viewing the famous historic buildings of Everglades City. Then cruise into Chokoloskee Bay and the Ten Thousands Islands within the Park. Take in the breathtaking scenery while guides explain the cultural history and the varied wildlife, which may include manatees, sea turtles, dolphins, and many species of birds. Don't forget to stroll through a mangrove forest on the Everglades City Boardwalk, trying to spot raccoons, alligators, manatees, and more. When you've finished your tour, feel free to purchase food and refreshments at the ticket counter.

Naples, FL: Manatee, Dolphin, 10,000 Islands Beach Eco Tour

Naples, FL: Manatee, Dolphin, 10,000 Islands Beach Eco Tour

Discover the beauty and biodiversity of Florida's Everglades on this cruise from the Everglades of Naples to the Ten Thousand Islands. Protect your eyes with the use of polarized sunglasses and get stunning pictures with the use of a polarized phone camera lens. Head to Whitehorse Island for some relaxing beach time.  Meet your guide at the Port of the Islands Marina and take a seat in the shade on covered boat. Put on a pair of high-tech water sunglasses and set sail through the sparkling harbor and bay. Sail through a mangrove forest in search of manatees and alligators. Keep an eye on the wake of the boat where playful dolphins like to frolic. Gaze up to the sky to spot brightly-colored birds. Enjoy free time on the beach where you can look for shells on the soft white sands of Whitehorse Island. Take a dip in the sea green water. Find out details about the history of the region from a local guide that is eager to answer questions and help you spot the animals. End your tour at your original departure point at the Port of the Islands Marina.

Everglades: Mangrove, Grassland Airboat Tours, & Boardwalk

Everglades: Mangrove, Grassland Airboat Tours, & Boardwalk

Explore two exclusive Everglades ecosystems as you glide through a mangrove maze and open grasslands on your airboat tours. Navigate through narrow channels of a mangrove forest and explore expansive areas filled with aquatic plants, open water spaces, and grassy landscapes. In both ecosystems, look for the varied wildlife including the famous alligator. You can also upgrade your experience with a buggy tour and take in the beautiful scenery of a lush cypress forest from an elevated platform. Then, walk along the Everglades City Boardwalk and stroll through a mangrove forest, unaccompanied by a guide and at your own pace, to try to spot raccoons, alligators, manatees, and more.

Naples Sunset Cruise

Naples Sunset Cruise

Experience the beauty of Naples, Florida while cruising on the iconic Double Sunshine. This 90-minute sunset cruise takes you from historic Tin City Shops out to the Gulf of Mexico. Along the way you may see southwest Florida wildlife, enjoy historical narration provided by our Pure Florida Captains and see some of the most beautiful mansions in Port Royal, an incredibly exclusive neighborhood home to well-known millionaires. Guests are welcome to grab a beverage or snack from our bar on board. Bring your cameras along to capture the best views Naples has to offer from the water.

Our most recommended Collier County, Florida Alligator experiences

Everglades: Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour and Boardwalk

Everglades: Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour and Boardwalk

Discover the unique ecosystems of the Everglades during an airboat tour. Admire the natural surroundings and keep your eyes peeled to try and spot alligators and other types of wildlife. Make your through narrow channels and feel an adrenaline rush. You can also upgrade your experience with a buggy tour and take in the beautiful scenery of a lush cypress forest from an elevated platform. The Mangroves provide shelter for alligators and various other species. Listen to your guide will share all sorts of knowledge about the plants, animals, and history of the Everglades during the tour. Walk along the Everglades City Boardwalk and stroll through a mangrove forest, unaccompanied by a guide and at your own pace, while keeping your eyes peeled to spot raccoons, alligators, manatees, and more.

Miami: Everglades Airboat Eco Tour w/ Luxury Transportation

Miami: Everglades Airboat Eco Tour w/ Luxury Transportation

Forget about tourist traps! You found one of the best and most affordable Everglades Eco tour. Through this shared tour we will take you to the real Everglades , and offering a rare opportunity to explore one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, not to a overcrowded tourist trap park used by most of the tour agencies, never mentioned clearly. You will have the real Airboat experience by getting onboard an "open air" airboat usually with a small group of passengers and not on an overcrowded airboat ( 60% of times just as a private airboat ride at the price of a shared tour). A visit to an old indian village is usually included during the ride. Moreover the airboat covers more than 8 miles of this unique environment made of natural marshes ( not just circling over a short distance as it happens in the more commercial parks). The Everglades, the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S., often called the " River of Grass" is a unique and diverse ecosystem made up of sawgrass marshes, mangrove forests, cypress swamps, and a network of slow-moving rivers. You will explore the real wilderness and admiring the abundant wildlife like alligators, turtles, and many different species of birds and wading birds. You will travel in the comfort of a Premium Suv Suburban and that is another perk of our tour. Your certified driver/guide will provide with a live narrative on board in the language of your choice, while the pilot onboard will always speak in English. We will also drive inside the Indian reservation, a unique opportunity to learn about the history, culture and traditions of the Seminoles and Miccosukee Tribe. No animal show with this tour as because we do not support animal abuse which often happens through the so called " Alligator shows". So, with this tour you would have the opportunity to : 1) Visiting the Everglades and taking a 40 minutes shared Airboat Ride tour onboard a real open-air airboat(not a roofed 50+ seat touristic airboat) with elevated seats for a better view, gliding over natural marshes ( not man-made canals). 3) Free time to visit the Miccosukee Indian reservation handicraft store ( except on monday and tuesday). 4) Top notch service - small groups - travelling in the comfort, safety and class of a 2023 Chevrolet Suburban with free Wi-FI always available. The whole tour takes about 3.5-4 hours. Pick up time can be between 8 am and 1:30 pm ( We will confirm the pick time 1-2 days before the tour starts. Usually pick up is at 8 am but in some cases can change)

Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour

Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour

On this 2-hour tour near Marco Island, explore the Ten Thousand Islands with a Florida Master Naturalist Guide. Enjoy the wild dolphin show before visiting an uninhabited barrier island beach to collect shells and other treasures. Depending on the season, expect to see manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, alligators, rosette spoonbills, and numerous species of fish and shorebirds. Learn about the Everglades eco-systems, flora and fauna, rich heritage, and long history. The area's wildlife moves around so each tour is different. Many species are seasonal and inhabit different areas depending on environmental conditions. Be sure to bring your camera, binoculars, sunglasses, snacks, favorite drinks, a hat, and towels. Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

Naples, FL: Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

Naples, FL: Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

Manatees, sometimes called sea cows for their slow and peaceful movements, are often spotted in Florida waterways. On this wildlife spotting tour, you'll have a chance to get up close to manatees and other animals such as alligators, sharks, and birds as you cruise around on a covered boat, which caters to all types of weather. Meet your guide and group at the port and embark on a covered boat. Set sail, take in the views, and get ready to spot some wildlife. Exploring with a guide means your chances of spotting the creatures are dramatically increased. Take the whole family along on this exciting boat tour that glides around the Port of the Islands and the Everglades on the search for manatees, alligators, sharks, birds, and more. Snap some amazing close-up photos of these special creatures. Head back to the meeting point.

Miami: Everglades Full-Day Tour with 2 Boat Trips and Lunch

Miami: Everglades Full-Day Tour with 2 Boat Trips and Lunch

After pickup from your hotel enjoy a narrated tour enroute to to Everglades National Park. Embark on an exhilarating 75 minute airboat ride way out into the "River of Grass" . Visit a Native American tree island village only accessible from the airboat. Learn about how and why the native Americans survived in this harsh environment. Visit the pristine region of Everglades National Park known as the 10,000 Islands via a 80 minute boat trip. You will venture out to a remote island and have the chance to explore a bit on your own. On this mangrove adventure cruise you can see pods of dolphins, manatees, pelicans, roseate spoonbills, sawfish, sea turtles and more. Your adventure will end with a relaxing guided walk to a beautiful Cypress Dome where you can spot alligatrs, turtles and see very rare plants including bromeliads and native orchids. This trip includes a delicious lunch (order of the menu) with vegetarian and vegan options. Other highlights inlcude a stop a historic trading post, the smallest post office in the US, and visit the art gallery of a famous local artist. Get dropped off at your hotel, the airport, or cruise port to end your amazing experience. We can store your luggage with us during the day.

Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

Paddle down the beautiful waterways of Cocoa Beach and get an up close and personal experience with the amazing nature, beauty and wildlife that Florida has to offer. During your tour, be on the lookout for Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, live Conch, Pelicans, Mangroves, pink spoonbills, and much more. Stop at one of the beautiful islands as your guides go over the interesting history of the town. Enjoy a visit to Banana River Manatee Refuge, Florida. There are only a few places in the world where you can see the West Indian Manatees and the Banana River Manatee Refuge is one of them. Often you will be able to see large groups of manatees and dolphins in this area making it one of the best places to paddle board or kayak in all of Florida. Pass by the Thousand Islands Conservation Area, a 338-acre site located on the Banana River adjacent to Cocoa beach which consists of a series of islands in the Indian River Lagoon. The Conservation area is made up of over 1000 small islands, most only accessible by boat or kayak. The area is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including storks, dolphins, manatees, Roseate Spoonbills, as well as rare and endangered tropical plants. Pass by this area for an exciting 30-minutes.

Everglades National Park: Pontoon Boat Tour & Boardwalk

Everglades National Park: Pontoon Boat Tour & Boardwalk

Experience the natural beauty of Everglades National Park's Ten Thousand Islands. Your knowledgeable guides will enrich your journey with insights into the ecosystem and local history. Experience this natural wonder aboard a comfortable 45-foot pontoon boat with partial shade, perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and those eager to discover the unique beauty of Florida’s coastal wilderness. Begin your tour on the Barron River, viewing the famous historic buildings of Everglades City. Then cruise into Chokoloskee Bay and the Ten Thousands Islands within the Park. Take in the breathtaking scenery while guides explain the cultural history and the varied wildlife, which may include manatees, sea turtles, dolphins, and many species of birds. Don't forget to stroll through a mangrove forest on the Everglades City Boardwalk, trying to spot raccoons, alligators, manatees, and more. When you've finished your tour, feel free to purchase food and refreshments at the ticket counter.

Naples, FL: Manatee, Dolphin, 10,000 Islands Beach Eco Tour

Naples, FL: Manatee, Dolphin, 10,000 Islands Beach Eco Tour

Discover the beauty and biodiversity of Florida's Everglades on this cruise from the Everglades of Naples to the Ten Thousand Islands. Protect your eyes with the use of polarized sunglasses and get stunning pictures with the use of a polarized phone camera lens. Head to Whitehorse Island for some relaxing beach time.  Meet your guide at the Port of the Islands Marina and take a seat in the shade on covered boat. Put on a pair of high-tech water sunglasses and set sail through the sparkling harbor and bay. Sail through a mangrove forest in search of manatees and alligators. Keep an eye on the wake of the boat where playful dolphins like to frolic. Gaze up to the sky to spot brightly-colored birds. Enjoy free time on the beach where you can look for shells on the soft white sands of Whitehorse Island. Take a dip in the sea green water. Find out details about the history of the region from a local guide that is eager to answer questions and help you spot the animals. End your tour at your original departure point at the Port of the Islands Marina.

Everglades: Mangrove, Grassland Airboat Tours, & Boardwalk

Everglades: Mangrove, Grassland Airboat Tours, & Boardwalk

Explore two exclusive Everglades ecosystems as you glide through a mangrove maze and open grasslands on your airboat tours. Navigate through narrow channels of a mangrove forest and explore expansive areas filled with aquatic plants, open water spaces, and grassy landscapes. In both ecosystems, look for the varied wildlife including the famous alligator. You can also upgrade your experience with a buggy tour and take in the beautiful scenery of a lush cypress forest from an elevated platform. Then, walk along the Everglades City Boardwalk and stroll through a mangrove forest, unaccompanied by a guide and at your own pace, to try to spot raccoons, alligators, manatees, and more.

Naples Sunset Cruise

Naples Sunset Cruise

Experience the beauty of Naples, Florida while cruising on the iconic Double Sunshine. This 90-minute sunset cruise takes you from historic Tin City Shops out to the Gulf of Mexico. Along the way you may see southwest Florida wildlife, enjoy historical narration provided by our Pure Florida Captains and see some of the most beautiful mansions in Port Royal, an incredibly exclusive neighborhood home to well-known millionaires. Guests are welcome to grab a beverage or snack from our bar on board. Bring your cameras along to capture the best views Naples has to offer from the water.

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