Go deep into Big Cypress National Preserve on a small-group wet walk led by a Florida Master Naturalist, then take an hourlong boat trip through the Ten Thousand Islands of Everglades National Park to identify plants and animals like rare orchids, bromeliads, manatees, dolphins, and the many birds that thrive in Florida’s vast swamps. Also embark on a 1-hour airboat trip way out in the real Everglades, with stops at Native American tree island villages. Lunch and other eco and cultural experiences are also included.
- Visit Big Cypress National Preserve and the Everglades
- Swamp walk under a canopy of cypress trees
- A local lunch, boat tour, and airboat tour are included
- Small-group tour for personal service from the guide and captain
What To Expect
Fort Lauderdale
We pick you up in Fort Lauderdale
• Admission Ticket Included
Miami
Enjoy a narrated scenic tour of Miami as we head out to our destination. Learn about Miami, old and new, from your interesting local guide.
• Admission Ticket Included
Tamiami Trail
Pass by without stopping
• Admission Ticket Included
Miccosukee Indian Village
Head out on a small air boat far from land. On this 1-hour trip, stop at 1 or 2 native tree island villages where the Natives used to live. Explore, and wonder about the remote beauty of their unique way of life and culture. This is your chance to see large and small alligators, and baby alligators; along with a wide variety of bird species, including the endangered Everglades snail kite.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Shark Valley
Watch how the sun and clouds reflect off the water way out in this “River of Grass,” perhaps the widest river in the world.
• Admission Ticket Included
Loop Road
Head off road to hidden spots to see the largest alligators imaginable. Learn about the remote way of life of the people who inhabit this region, and become fascinated with endless natural discoveries.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Oasis Visitor Center
This little stop typically includes a lot of birds, and super big alligators!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Ochopee Post Office
Visit this historic post office!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Big Cypress National Preserve
Go on a swamp walk adventure with your expert Florida Master Naturalist guide into the lush cypress canopy of a breathtakingly amazing eco-system. This highly personalized, small-group tour is a bucket list item not to be missed. Water shoes can be provided during your walk. After becoming fully immersed in the beauty of this region, which is the most biologically diverse in Florida, relish in a wondrous scenic wildlife drive. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local cafe in Everglades City and learn what makes the history of this area fascinating.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Everglades City
Enjoy lunch and a guided tour of this small town, which was once the county seat for Collier County.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Smallwood Store
You will feel like you have entered a time capsule in this wonderful museum
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chokoloskee
Take an hour boat trip through the 10,000 Islands area of Everglades National Park.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please bring a change of clothing
We have water shoes to borrow but you can also bring old sneakers to wear
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Include
National Park fees
Regular water, sparkling water, soda
Snacks
Lunch
Walking Sticks
Water shoes to use if needed. Bring own sneakers if preferred
Exclude
Gratuities
Bring a change of shoes and pants for after the wet walk
Max group – 15
