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15 Best Everglades Airboat Tours from Fort Lauderdale

The airboat trips: runs from Holiday Park and Sawgrass with gator guarantees in spirit if not in writing, plus night rides that add eyeshine. The sawgrass starts where the suburbs quit, minutes inland.

1.Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides

Experience the Florida Everglades on a 1.5-hour narrated airboat tour in Fort Lauderdale. See alligators, wildlife, and learn about conservation efforts.

Most Popular★ 4.0

“Fun day on the airboat tour. We were able to see some alligators and several different birds. The guide was very informative.”

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4.Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included

Experience the Florida Everglades on an airboat tour with transportation from Fort Lauderdale, wildlife sightings, and expert commentary for a memorable adventure.

★ 4.5

“Our driver was right on time. He gave information on the park on the way there. We had an excellent airboat ride and saw so many alligators. Even two babies. Lots of birds and had a informative alligator demonstration”

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5.Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Discover the wildlife and landscapes of the Everglades with a full-day guided tour including boat rides, hiking, airboat adventure, and cultural visits.

★ 5.0

“If you’re on the fence about this excursion, just do it! This is the best way to experience the Everglades, imo. It is a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and learning. Our guide Lindsey was awesome! She is extremely accommodating and knowledgeable. She goes out…”

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6.Everglades Airboat Tour from Fort Lauderdale with transportation

Experience the thrill of an airboat ride through the Everglades from Fort Lauderdale with guided wildlife sightings, transportation, and a fun after-show.

★ 4.5

“Very accommodating from the van pick up to the airboat tour to drop off. Friendly and fun atmosphere. Lots of fun. Everglades are surprisingly beautiful and peaceful.”

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7.Private Tour: Florida Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Adventure

Experience the Florida Everglades on a private airboat tour with wildlife encounters, exhibits, and a personal guide—perfect for nature lovers and families alike.

★ 4.5

“Fun for the whole family. Saw many alligators and other wildlife . Boat ride was super fun. Holding an alligator and seeing the animals at the site was a great bonus. Captain Ron was great and knowledgeable.”

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8.Everglades Day Safari from Ft Lauderdale

Discover the Florida Everglades with this full-day guided tour from Fort Lauderdale, featuring airboat rides, wildlife sightings, and scenic boat trips.

“Wonderful day, knowledgeable guides, fun, informative, beautiful - birds, alligators, fish, airboat ride, our second time on this tour.”

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9.Everglades Day Safari from Fort Lauderdale

Discover Florida’s wetlands with a full-day Everglades safari, including airboat rides, wildlife drives, nature walks, and scenic boat cruises from Fort Lauderdale.

★ 4.8

“We had a wonderful day and Julio was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We loved the whole tour, it was a long day but worth it. We saw dolphins, manatee and so many more beautiful animals. It was a fabulous day.”

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10.1.5 Hr Guided Private Everglades Airboat Tour, Fort Lauderdale

Experience the Florida Everglades with a private 1.5-hour airboat tour led by Captain Bill. Enjoy close encounters with wildlife, expert guides, and stunning scenery in Fort Lauderdale.

★ 5.0

“Captain Bill is the absolute best there is! He went above and beyond to help make my family and my excursion memorable! My wife, 8yr old daughter, father-in-law and myself took the sunset tour. Saw many gators as well as many waterfowl. Also got a…”

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12.Fort Lauderdale: Everglades Express Tour with Airboat Ride

Explore the Florida Everglades with a guided airboat ride from Fort Lauderdale, including wildlife encounters and reptile exhibits for a memorable day trip.

★ 4.5

“Our guide was exactly on time and transport to the venue was excellent. No hurry, no stress, considerate driving and lots of information about the area. Once at Sawgrass, everything was well organised, clean and tidy. The airboat ride itself was thrilling and the driver…”

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13.Florida Everglades Night Airboat Tour near Fort Lauderdale

Experience the Florida Everglades at night on an exhilarating airboat tour near Fort Lauderdale. Spot alligators, wildlife, and learn about this unique ecosystem.

★ 5.0

“First time in the Flordia Everglades, Captain Jack was very knowledgeable on our Night tour. We saw a few alligators, an iguana, a few anhinga in a tree, and shooting star. Definitely would suggest the Florida Everglades Night Air Boat Tour.”

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14.Everglades: Sawgrass Park Airboat Adventure Package

Discover the best of Florida's Everglades with Sawgrass Recreation Park’s airboat tour, reptile exhibits, and family-friendly activities for $64.

★ 4.3

“This trip had been on my bucket list for over 20 years. Finally, I got to go with my daughter. Captain Jim was our guide, and he did a wonderful job of entertaining us with his knowledge. I am so glad we had you Jim…”

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More Everglades Airboat Tours from Fort Lauderdale

5.0Private Guided Airboat Tour in Everglades, Fort Lauderdale2 hours (approx.)$615.00 4.4The Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Night Tour1 hour$48 5.0Everglades Florida Airboat Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$150.00 5.0Florida Everglades Private Night Airboat Ride Tour1 hour (approx.)$206.84 3.5Everglades Admission Ticket with Airboat Ride and Wildlife Show4 hours (approx.)$39.99 4.5Florida Everglades Fishing Charter Near Fort Lauderdale4 to 12 hours (approx.)$500.00 4.0Everglades Small Group Express from Fort Lauderdale +Airboat Ride$99.00 5.0Fort Lauderdale Airport Private Transfer to Port Everglades20 minutes (approx.)$180.00 5.0Hotel Transfer To Ft Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port Everglades15 to 55 minutes (approx.)$143.50 4.5Fort Lauderdale Private Transportation To & From Port Everglades35 minutes (approx.)$179.50 5.0Airboat Rides Florida Everglades Captain Wayne1 to 2 hours (approx.)$125.00 4.0Fort Lauderdale: FLL Airport to City Centre | Port Everglades20 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)$30.00 5.0Airboat Rides in Fort Lauderdale Captain Wayne1 hour (approx.)$125.00 5.0Little Havana Walking Tour + 1 Hour Everglades Airboat Ride5 hours (approx.)$195.00 5.0Everglades: Sawgrass Park Reptile Exhibit Private Tour1 hour$30 5.0Private Everglades Airboat Rides West Palm Beach1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$150.00 4.5Port Everglades to Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) – Departure Private Transfer15 minutes (approx.)$90.11 3.5Private Airboat Tours Near West Palm Beach$150.00 5.0Port Everglades Private Transfer from Weston20 minutes (approx.)$57.50 5.0Private Transfer From Port Everglades to Fort Lauderdale Airport15 to 55 minutes (approx.)$138.00 5.0Private Transfer to Port Everglades and Fort Lauderdale Airport15 to 55 minutes (approx.)$158.00 4.5One Way Transfer From Fort Lauderdale to Cruise Port Everglades40 to 55 minutes (approx.)$27.50 5.0Port Everglades Private Transfer from Las Olas Beach Area20 minutes (approx.)$60.00 5.0Helicopter Tour: EVERGLADES, HARD ROCK GUITAR & BEACHES$481.50