Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the Florida Everglades as you glide across the River of Grass on an hour-long airboat tour with the most knowledgeable Gladesmen in South Florida. Follow the sights and sounds of the Everglades' majestic landscape.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Airboat Tours are approximately 60-minutes long
What To Expect
Everglades Holiday Park
Glide across the "River of Grass" at top speeds and let the sights and sounds of alligators, snakes, wading birds, and unique vegetation steal the show as you venture deep into the ecosystem. Captains at Everglades Holiday Park are experts who know exactly where to take the boat and cut the engines for you to experience the magic of this pristine environment.
Options
Morning pickup
Pickup Included: Morning pickup is between 8:30 am to 9:15 am Pickup included
Afternoon Pickup
Pickup Included: Afternoon pickup is between 1pm-2pm Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Taxes
1 free professional grade group photo per party
Fully narrated airboat tour of the Everglades that's approximately 60-minutes in duration
Live commentary on board
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
This tour does not include an Alligator Show
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
760 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Long drive to get there!
Arlene A,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We were picked up 5 minutes ahead of schedule but we drove 15 minutes to pick up the next party, waited at the hotel and driver made a phone call to find out the party had already been picked up so then drove back to where we had started!! We then picked up another 2 parties in our resort and was expecting another party to join but again they had already been picked up too, we were in the vehicle for well over an hour before getting on the road to the Everglades! The driver was on his phone when driving and veering off over to the other side of the road at times! The airboat ride was good fun, we did see quite a few gators, the walk round the animals back at the park took less than 5 minutes, the croc show was quite short too! The staff were all fun and seemed knowledgeable! For the return journey one party decided to get an uber so our return was much better as only 2 parties to drop off. It was an ok day, nothing amazing!
If you have any...
Sufyan K,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you have any reservations about this activity, DON’T! One of the best value activities I’ve ever taken part in. Bruce, our tour guide/driver, was super knowledgeable and insightful about the area and the Everglades. This package was the “VIP package” for the park, so free waters, earplugs, and ponchos were given to us. It includes a 60 minute airboat ride where we were lucky to see at least a half-dozen gators, a gator show, and even get to pay a little extra to pose with a baby gator or snake. Took us a little over 4 hours from our designated pickup time to drop off back at the hotel. Staff are all super nice and take care of you with anything you may need. The cost of this activity, $58, would’ve cost me more in Ubers alone to get there and back had I booked separately, so if you’re in FLL/Miami region and don’t have transportation, this is a must-have activity experience!!
Gatoriffic time with the family!
Syenicka J,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy booking! Timely pickup! Airboat ride worth it's weight in Alligator gold! I would definitely recommend!
Perfect half day activity!
Q1229ZVbrianh,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our flight didn't leave until 5:30 pm. This was a perfect activity for us. They picked us up, watched our luggage and took us straight to the airport! They even had car seats for the littles. Our guide Mark was so friendly and accommodating! He really did make it a "VIP" experience for us! The boat guide Captain Castle knew a lot and was very passionate about what he was teaching us. He made sure we saw lots of cool things. We were able to see 5 gators! The guy who did the gator show was funny and also very knowledgeable. There was lots of accomodations for the heat and it was a very nice little place. I would definitely recommend!!
Crew was very friendly...
jeff d,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Crew was very friendly and funny our family group of nine loved every minute.captain kios was the best and our shuttle driver mark was informative of park and Miami
A beautiful and educational experience, but with points to improve
X754GTcamilas,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour is very beautiful and interesting. Right upon arrival we were very well received by the staff, who explained everything right. Then we wait for our boat, which already creates a huge expectation, mainly because the boats are different and make a lot of noise. The captain was super attentive throughout the ride. As soon as we boarded, we started the journey as he told curiosities about the place and its inhabitants in a light and fun way. We didn’t see many crocodiles in the water — only two — but it was still very interesting. We also saw several different birds and the landscape during the walk is really beautiful and unique. After the boat tour, there is a presentation about crocodiles, which is very educational. The presenter seems to respect animals a lot and explains many interesting curiosities. You had a part teaching how to act if one of these animals appears near the house, which I found very valid and informative. On the other hand, some parts of the experience made me uncomfortable. At a certain point in the presentation, the boy physically interacts with one of the crocodiles, reaching to the animal. At first it seems something controlled, but then it becomes noticeable that the animal is disturbed, and I honestly did not like that part. The site also has other animals and there are spaces to take pictures with snake and crocodile. However, the jacaré keeps his mouth stuck with a tape for the photos, which I also did not find legal. I understand it's for safety, but seeing the animal immobilized just for paid photos apart ends up being unnecessary. Overall, it was a different, beautiful and educational experience, but I believe that some interactions with the animals could be more respectful. The animals are beautiful and deserve all care and respect.
The best guide: Bruce
Meghan T,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bruce made the experience so memorable! The airboat tour was not has fun as expected due to the water levels low so we only went down and back the one canal, plus our guide on that boat was pretty disengaged/monotone. But having Bruce guide us around all day, giving us the history of the Everglades and Florida, made the trip.
A Must Do Experience!
Hunter C,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was amazing! Our bus driver Bruce was so friendly and such a wealth of knowledge! He offered us complimentary water for our trip. Upon arrival you will receive a rain poncho, hand fan, and ear plugs for the fan boat ride. Our fan boat captain was Captain Chaos, he was fantastic, very lively and great at spotting all the wildlife! We saw +10 gators, several different birds, turtles, and iguanas. 10/10 would go back! We also ate gator bites and frog legs at the snack shop, which were very good!
So fun and Gatorlisious
karenlX8286UC,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! They have an option for pickup and drop off at your hotel and Courtney helped with arrangements perfectly! Also the boat tour guide Nadim was great and made the ride so enjoyable. We saw many alligator and spun around to watch them and take photos and he explained what’s going on with the habitat too! Then we bought some food $6 hot dog and an $11 sandwich, each being a decent size. Lastly we watch the gator show and the host Paul was funny and informative. Devin did some tricks which I loved and I also took a photo with a gator, so Cool! Loved the experience and would recommend!!!
A Marvelous Gatortastic Time!
Karen L,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience! They have an option for pickup and drop off at your hotel and Courtney helped with arrangements perfectly! Also the boat tour guide Nadim was great and made the ride so enjoyable. We saw many alligator and spun around to watch them and take photos and he explained what’s going on with the habitat too! Then we bought some food $6 hot dog and an $11 sandwich, each being a decent size. Lastly we watch the gator show and the host Paul was funny and informative. Devin did some tricks which I loved and I also took a photo with a gator, so Cool! Loved the experience and would recommend!!!
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