7 Gator and Wildlife Shows around Miami Worth Booking

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From Miami: Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show & Bus Transfer

1.Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show & Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8,622 reviews · 5 hours · from $49Our pick

Ride an airboat through the Everglades with a captain who points out wildlife, then visit the park’s alligator presentation. The five-hour outing from Miami includes round-trip bus transport, priority park entry, and a group photo. Guides such as Jose, German, and Captain Kyle have earned praise for clear directions and lively commentary, though wildlife sightings and show timing can vary.

“We had a wonderful time. Our boat captain Jeff was wonderful and we saw at least 12 alligators !”

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Miami: Everglades National Park Airboat Tour & Wildlife Show

2.Everglades National Park Airboat Tour & Wildlife Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,296 reviews · 1 day · from $42

At Gator Park, an English-speaking guide takes you on a 35 to 40 minute airboat ride through the Everglades, followed by a 30 minute alligator and wildlife show. Guides such as Cody, Anthony, Jay, and John have earned praise for mixing useful facts with humor. The $42 price does not include the $8 park fee or transportation.

“Super fun captain! We saw several animals including birds turtles and alligators, even babies! Highly recommend!!”

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Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show, and Roundtrip Bus From Miami

3.Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show, and Roundtrip Bus From Miami

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,886 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $49

Ride an air-conditioned coach from Miami to Everglades Holiday Park for a guided airboat trip and an alligator and wildlife show. The captain may spot alligators and other animals in the wild, while guides such as Ronet Blanc, Raphael Acosta, and Captain Zack have been praised for lively explanations. The tour takes about four hours, though traffic can add time.

“The explanations on the bus were very good; however, the speakers were set far too loud. The boat ride was very interesting! The crocodile show can be skipped - to be honest, we felt a bit sorry for the animals.”

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Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter

4.Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,791 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $33Best value

At Sawgrass Recreation Park, board a guided airboat for a 30 to 40 minute ride across the Everglades, with a captain pointing out wildlife and explaining the ecosystem. Then explore the Alligator and Reptile Exhibit and other park displays. It is about 25 minutes from Fort Lauderdale, and wildlife sightings vary with weather and time of day.

“If you’re using a ride share, just know it is not too close to town. Boats do not go fast or far. We mostly trolled around the bank and we never saw a gator or really any wildlife. The exhibits were the best part of the experience. Getting to pet an alligator was so cool. The people who work at the exhibits are super friendly, intelligent about the wildlife and willing to spend time with visitors. The gift shop has a lot to choose from.”

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From Miami: Everglades Wildlife Show, Airboat & Bus Transfer

5.Everglades Wildlife Show, Airboat & Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 817 reviews · from $40

Travel from Miami by air-conditioned bus for a 40-minute narrated airboat ride, a 40-minute alligator presentation, and time to explore the park. Choose the full-day option to add an open-top Miami bus tour and a Biscayne Bay cruise past celebrity homes. Captain Andrew, handlers Will and Josh, and other guides may lead different parts of the day.

“The bus ride was comfortable, and the driver was very friendly and provided us with very clear tips and directions for the tour. Once we arrived we went to the boat, and Captain Andrew was our tour guide. We had a lot of luck with the weather because it was sunny and not too cold, but we definitely recommend long sleeves for the wind as the boat speeds through the canal. Captain Andrew spotted 4 alligators for us, we got close to them and took many pics! He had a lot of dad jokes lol and answered many of our questions about the reptiles, which made the boat ride super…”

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Private Tour: Florida Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Adventure

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 498 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $140

Set out from Sawgrass Recreation Park near Fort Lauderdale on a private airboat ride through the Everglades, with a captain explaining the subtropical ecosystem as you look for alligators, birds, fish, and turtles. Your ticket also includes the Alligator and Reptile Exhibit. Wildlife sightings vary, so go for the ride and the setting, not a guaranteed gator count.

“Wow! We had such a great time. Our guide, Captain Antonio, (?) was great! We saw 7-8 gators and he was so knowledgeable about the park. He explained the differences in the slews and ridges and showed us the deeper channel made by the Army Corp of Engieneers to control flooding. He knew all about the gators! They also have a nice gift shop and the employees were all very nice! Tell Cleetus we said hello! ❤️”

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MIAMI: Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Gator Show and Pick-up

7.Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Gator Show and Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 153 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $61

Take a covered airboat into the Everglades with an English-speaking local ranger, then add an educational wildlife presentation and photo opportunity if your selected option includes them. Round-trip pickup is offered at selected Miami and Miami Beach locations. The ride is loud, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, and the drive can take 45 to 60 minutes each way.

“Seen the gator and the whole trip in the airboats was like being in the TV shows or movies, definitely I will recommend this experience to my friends.”

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