Why the Everglades?
The Everglades is the only subtropical preserve in the U.S.
The Florida Everglades is an intricate system of wetlands, lakes, and rivers, and it is this complexity that makes it so spectacular. Eight distinct habitats are found here, including hardwood hammocks, coastal lowlands, and marine waters. But the Everglades is best known for its mangroves, sawgrass prairies, and freshwater sloughs that draw water from Lake Okeechobee to the Florida Bay.
The Everglades National Park is known for its abundant wildlife, with more than 360 bird species having been spotted within its boundaries. The park offers a wide range of animal species, including some that are endangered. Visitors can catch a glimpse of alligators, deer, manatees, dolphins, black bears, panthers, turtles, and many other creatures that make it a one-of-a-kind and captivating place for nature enthusiasts.
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Florida Outdoor Adventures
Everglades Overnight Kayak Camping Tours. Kayak the Everglades to explore one of the most dynamic and unique ecosystems in the world. Our tours are all-inclusive and include the required national park camping permit and fees – no need to bring anything but yourself and a positive attitude!
Address:
815 Oyster Bar Ln, Everglades City, FL
Amenities
✓Small tours
✓Camping gear included
✓Food inclded
Big Cypress National Preserve
The freshwaters of the Big Cypress Swamp, essential to the health of the neighboring Everglades, support the rich marine estuaries along Florida's southwest coast. Conserving over 729,000 acres of this vast swamp, Big Cypress National Preserve contains a mixture of tropical and temperate plant communities that are home to diverse wildlife, including the Endangered Florida panther.
Address:
33100 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL
Amenities
✓Dogs allowed
✓Picnic tables
✓Kid-friendly hikes
Everglades River of Grass Adventures
Explore our backyard on an airboat ride through some of the most magical areas of the Everglades. No two tours are alike. Each captain has their route and will stop throughout the airboat tour to talk with you about the history of the Everglades, and its current events and, of course, show you a mosaic of flora and fauna. There are no caged animals on Everglades River Of Grass airboat tours, and no alligator wrestling shows, just nature at its best, naturally.
Address:
52105 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL
Amenities
✓Kid friendly
✓Fishing
✓Sightseeing