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Everglades Day Safari
Everglades Day Safari
5
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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About
The Everglades Day Safari is an exciting and immersive eco-safari tour that departs from Fort Myers, Estero & Naples, allowing visitors to experience the unique ecosystems of the Everglades. This safari offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore the natural beauty and wildlife of one of the most iconic and rugged environments in the US.
What to expect:
1. Round-trip, biologist-narrated transportation
2. Zip along on a Mangrove Wilderness Boat Ride into Everglades National Park in search of dolphins and other coastal species of wildlife.
3. A relaxing airboat ride, which skims across water, vegetation and mud and gets you up close to the alligators and other wildlife that call the Everglades home.
4. Venture deeper into the swamp on a wildlife drive and nature walk, getting a closer look at the plant life, butterflies and birds of the cypress swamps.
5. Southern Lunch: Enjoy a selection of delicious lunch items including shrimp, fish, burgers, chicken, salads and more.
Fort Myers, United States
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Peg M
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Interesting tour of the Everglades by foot and airboat. Great guide Rhett was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and entertained us all. Highly recommend if you don't have the time for an all day Everglades tour.
Written 23 November 2023
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Kathy C
Amarillo4 contributions
Nov 2023
A great way to soak up some knowledge while having so much fun. There were birds and alligators everywhere. Also a mother alligator and her nest of babies. Gorgeous location. Highly recommend.
Written 8 November 2023
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jessica m
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Absolutely recommend! Heidi knows everything about the wildlife, plantlife and history of the florida and the everglades. We had a great day. The boat captains were both excellent too.
Written 3 November 2023
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Russ1955
Rutherfordton, NC1 contribution
Oct 2023
Great day! Especially enjoyed the birds and the dolphins. Lots to see. Airboat ride was great and so was the boat ride from Everglades City. Saw so much more than we would have on our own.
Written 23 October 2023
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tandlgrafius
Watsontown, PA1 contribution
Oct 2023
very informative and great guides on all 3 outings. We got to see alligators, local birds, baby alligators, dolphins, and the local plants. And we had a great lunch
Written 14 October 2023
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ChileTodayHotTamale
Albuquerque, NM1 contribution
The air boat ride was beautiful, despite being rained on the entire time. The National Park boat ride was amazing as we entered the Gulf and saw a few dolphins. We saw many bird species throughout the day and walked through an area of the Everglades. We learned a lot about the area due to the knowledge of our guides. It is not strenuous and appropriate for all ages.
Written 28 September 2023
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Elaine A
Cameron1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Friends
Had a great time. Guide was very informative and considerate of the older passengers. Took so many photos!!
Written 8 September 2023
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Roving821600
1 contribution
I would definitely recommend this tour especially if you aren’t familiar with the area. It made the experience so stress free having a tour guide. Heidi was our tour guide and we gave her 10 stars.
Written 28 August 2023
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Demels93
Hoover, AL1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Family
Our guide Heidi was a wealth of information the entire trip. She had us all holding snakes! The air boat captain was great as well. Highly recommend!
Written 19 August 2023
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Lindsey S
1 contribution
Aug 2023
I surprised my husband with this incredible safari experience for his birthday, not really knowing what to expect. I'll admit, I had some reservations, but let me assure you, it was far from a disappointment! From the moment we met Heide until we reluctantly said our goodbyes, it was an absolute dream of a day.
The timing of everything was perfect, creating a seamless and enjoyable journey. Heide's knowledge was seriously impressive – she had the scoop on everything from Florida's captivating history to the diverse array of plants we encountered. Her expertise added a whole new layer of appreciation to the adventure.
We were both absolutely blown away by the variety of tours we embarked on – each one bringing a unique and exciting perspective to the local scene. But you know what? Some of the most unforgettable moments were the times we spent on the bus. Heide's engaging narratives and insights about Florida's past and present truly enriched the experience.
I have to say, hands down, this was the highlight of our time in Florida. We're already making plans to return with our friends and family – we can't wait to share this incredible experience with them. Rest assured, we'll be enthusiastically recommending your safari tour to everyone in our circle and beyond!
If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure that beautifully showcases Florida's charm, look no further. This safari tour is an absolute gem. A huge thank you to Heide and the entire team for making my husband's birthday so special and giving us memories we'll cherish forever. This is definitely a 5-star experience!
The timing of everything was perfect, creating a seamless and enjoyable journey. Heide's knowledge was seriously impressive – she had the scoop on everything from Florida's captivating history to the diverse array of plants we encountered. Her expertise added a whole new layer of appreciation to the adventure.
We were both absolutely blown away by the variety of tours we embarked on – each one bringing a unique and exciting perspective to the local scene. But you know what? Some of the most unforgettable moments were the times we spent on the bus. Heide's engaging narratives and insights about Florida's past and present truly enriched the experience.
I have to say, hands down, this was the highlight of our time in Florida. We're already making plans to return with our friends and family – we can't wait to share this incredible experience with them. Rest assured, we'll be enthusiastically recommending your safari tour to everyone in our circle and beyond!
If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure that beautifully showcases Florida's charm, look no further. This safari tour is an absolute gem. A huge thank you to Heide and the entire team for making my husband's birthday so special and giving us memories we'll cherish forever. This is definitely a 5-star experience!
Written 7 August 2023
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Sarah H
New York City, NY5 contributions
What are the cost for a 2 year old and 4 month old? Traveling with 2 adults and 9 year old?
Gary Sulcer
5 contributions
There is no additional cost for a two year old or a four month old child. The cost for a nine year old is $145.00 and adults pay $165.00 each. My wife and I truly enjoyed the trip and thought that it was well worth the cost.
Sarah L
4 contributions
Can someone explain the difference between the $80 and $165 tour options?
Escape52608336279
Orland Park, IL4 contributions
The $80 cost is for a half day trip- I believe 4 hours. I think there is some reptile show included w/ the 4 hr. trip. People we talked to all said to pass on the show. The $165 price is for 8+ hours, which includes a nature walk, 2 different boat rides, a van tour where you can see lots of gators/birds, and lunch is included in the price. Well worth the cost.
Cmccleery
1 contribution
How much walking involved during the tour? My mother has a bad knee. Thanks!
Pete C
Lehigh Acres, FL8 contributions
Most of the excursions involved stepping on and off the bus and walking to the boats and into the restaurant. The nature walk is 1.6 miles roundtrip. A portion is on a crushed shell trail and the majority is on a boardwalk.
Dasha
90 contributions
is this going to be too difficult for an 8 year old ?
Retirement56
DeWitt, MI2 contributions
No he’ll live it-seeing real alligators I’m there environment as well as birds, dolphins etc. very safe and exciting!!
Dkbedal
Haderslev Municipality, Denmark5 contributions
Hej
er der nogen der kan fortælle mig hvad der er specielt for denne Day safari, vi har været på de fleste langs med road 75
vil gerne vide hvad der evt er af specielle oplevelser på denne Everglade, er der andre dyr eller lign.
SpaceApe
Lehigh Acres, FL73 contributions
This ecotour is guided by a trained naturalist and takes you to the four main ecosystems of the Everglades. You experience an airboat ride on the "river of grass", and nature walk in Big Cypress National Preserve, a wildlife drive and a mangrove wilderness boy tour in the park. You will see gators, a variety of bird species possibly dolphins and so much more. Lunch with alligator is also included.
karenbyrne30
Dublin, Ireland11 contributions
Going to Florida for Christmas do you take bookings for family of four two kids age 16 & 10 and where is the pick up for Florida
Pete C
Lehigh Acres, FL8 contributions
I apologize for the late response. We provide pickups near Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Estero, Naples, Fort Lauderdale Beach, Davie and Weston. There is a link to our pickups on the map page of our website. I believe International Drive is in Orlando which is about 3.5 hours from Fort Lauderdale and Fort Myers. Full day tours are for ages 5 and up.
Polly745
Bristol, UK1 contribution
We will be in Fort Myers in January where does the tour start
stevearm2055
San Francisco, CA5 contributions
There are multiple pickup locations on their website (look for the map link. Also, blame Trip Advisor's silly policies for not allowing me to include a link). We got picked up at the Residence Inn because we were in Sanibel, and it was closest to the bridge.
Nalini M
Port of Spain, Trinidad
I am coming from Miami cruise port-:
(1)which is the closest place i can stay in Forte Meyers to get to the day safari
(2)what is the cheapest way to get to fort Meyers from Miami cruise port
Pete C
Lehigh Acres, FL8 contributions
We have the same tour that departs from the Fort Lauderdale area each day. The webpage for Everglades Day Safari includes a list of all of the hotels that we offer pickup service.