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Miami: Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tour with Alligator Show
Glide through Everglades Holiday Park on an airboat, spot wild alligators, and catch a thrilling Gator Boys show.
Everything you get: A 60-minute airboat ride guided by an expert, gliding through the Everglades’ cypress forests. Enjoy a 20-minute live alligator show by the Gator Boys and receive a free professional group photo. Access the gift shop, cozy café, and general store for souvenirs and refreshments.
Why choose this: Located about 22 miles west of Fort Lauderdale, Everglades Holiday Park sits in an easy-to-reach spot for visitors from both directions.
Upgrades: Travel with ease, book the airboat tour with round-trip Miami transportation.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Flexible duration
Pickup available
Glide through Everglades Holiday Park on an airboat, spot wild alligators, and catch a thrilling Gator Boys show.
Everything you get: A 60-minute airboat ride guided by an expert, gliding through the Everglades’ cypress forests. Enjoy a 20-minute live alligator show by the Gator Boys and receive a free professional group photo. Access the gift shop, cozy café, and general store for souvenirs and refreshments.
Why choose this: Located about 22 miles west of Fort Lauderdale, Everglades Holiday Park sits in an easy-to-reach spot for visitors from both directions.
Upgrades: Travel with ease, book the airboat tour with round-trip Miami transportation.
Inclusions
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Fully narrated Everglades airboat tour
English-speaking guide
Gator Boys alligator show
1 free group photo per party
Access to gift shop and café
Bring along the credit card used for your online purchase (matching the last four digits) along with a matching driver’s license for verification.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Guided Tours
Miami: Airboat Tour with Wildlife Show & Transportation from Miami
What to bring
Remember to bring comfortable shoes, water, insect repellent, a hat, and sunscreen.
Accessibility
This experience is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
Additional information
Guests simply need to access Big Bus Tour's 'Manage My Booking' portal, enter their PRN (found on their ticket voucher) and their registered last name, to view their tickets.
Find complete details on the departure time and locations here.
Remember to bring comfortable shoes, water, insect repellent, a hat, and sunscreen.
Accessibility
This experience is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
Additional information
Guests simply need to access Big Bus Tour's 'Manage My Booking' portal, enter their PRN (found on their ticket voucher) and their registered last name, to view their tickets.
Find complete details on the departure time and locations here.
Inclusions
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Round-trip transportation from select locations in Miami (Miami Beach & Bayside Marketplace)
Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (based on option selected)
Entry to Everglades Holiday Park
Airboat ride
Wildlife show
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Guided Tours
Miami: Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tour with Wildlife Show & Animal Encounter
Meet up to 5 uncaged animals, ride an airboat, and see gators.Starting point: Everglades Holiday Park (30 miles west of Fort Lauderdale)
Everything you get: A 60-minute airboat adventure through marshlands, a 45-minute guided animal encounter with up to five uncaged species, and a live alligator show. Enjoy educational insights from expert handlers and receive a free group photo.
Why choose this: Combine an airboat ride with hands-on animal encounters and an alligator show in one visit.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now, pay later
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Flexible duration
Meet up to 5 uncaged animals, ride an airboat, and see gators.Starting point: Everglades Holiday Park (30 miles west of Fort Lauderdale)
Everything you get: A 60-minute airboat adventure through marshlands, a 45-minute guided animal encounter with up to five uncaged species, and a live alligator show. Enjoy educational insights from expert handlers and receive a free group photo.
Why choose this: Combine an airboat ride with hands-on animal encounters and an alligator show in one visit.
Inclusions
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60-min Airboat tour
45-min guided animal encounter session
Interaction with up to 5 different uncaged wildlife species
Live Alligator Show
Experienced animal handlers
Photos of your encounter
1 Free group photo per party
Animal Encounters take place every hour from 10am to 4pm daily.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Tickets
Miami: Everglades Holiday Park Animal Encounter Experience Tickets
Get hands-on with exotic animals in a private encounter guided by expert wildlife handlers.
Everything you get: Enjoy a 45-minute, small-group wildlife experience with up to 5 exotic animals like baby alligators, snakes, and foxes, in a private section of the park. Get expert-led interactions, educational insights, and professionally shot photos to remember your adventure.
Why choose this: Nestled west of the coast, Sawgrass Recreation Park is about 30 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 40 miles from Miami, making it an ideal spot for guests from either city.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now, pay later
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
1 hr.
Get hands-on with exotic animals in a private encounter guided by expert wildlife handlers.
Everything you get: Enjoy a 45-minute, small-group wildlife experience with up to 5 exotic animals like baby alligators, snakes, and foxes, in a private section of the park. Get expert-led interactions, educational insights, and professionally shot photos to remember your adventure.
Why choose this: Nestled west of the coast, Sawgrass Recreation Park is about 30 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 40 miles from Miami, making it an ideal spot for guests from either city.
Inclusions
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Entry to Everglades Holiday Park
Professional animal handlers
45-minute up-close encounter with 5 different animals
Professionally clicked photos of your experience
Exclusions
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Additional photo packages (available at extra expense)
Transportation
This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Animal Encounters are offered daily, every hour from 10am to 4pm. Advance reservations (at least 24 hours) are strongly recommended.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
From happy customers
Loved by 48 million+
Trustpilot rating: 4.5 out of 5
Silvana
Feb 2026
5/5
A very friendly driver named German, with tons of patience.
Also the 'captain' put lots of energy in showing the alligators
Yasmina
United KingdomNov 2025
5/5
The tour was amazing, from the bus driver Mr Blanc, he was super nice and funny, to the tour itself. The boat ride was good and the captain made sure we all saw the alligators, the show was also good. The. You can hold a gator or a snake and take a picture. We loved it.
Ernesto
United StatesJan 2026
5/5
I went two times and the last day at the Everglades was fantastic, our boat captain Nadim was amazing; he took us to different areas and we saw three crocodiles. When he did the "Tokyo Drift" we were all astonished, great maneuvering and control. The facilites are clean and everithing is very well organized. Very sage and highly recommended. I will be back! Thank you
James
United StatesDec 2025
5/5
Great time ! Great experience for kids and all ages!
Very organized and the staff was great !
Snacks and fun gift store all in walking distance
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Everglades Holiday Park: Home of the Gator Boys & airboat adventures
You’ve probably seen the Gator Boys in action on Animal Planet, but did you know the Everglades is their home turf? Just outside Fort Lauderdale, Everglades Holiday Park is where the action is with jaw-dropping alligator shows, airboat rides, and wide-open views of the Everglades.
Why visit Everglades Holiday Park
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See the Gator Boys live
This is the real-life stomping ground of the Gator Boys from Animal Planet. Their team of expert handlers lead the park’s daily alligator shows, which are fun and full of jaw-dropping moments.
Airboat rides through open wetlands
You’ll cruise across wide stretches of marshland, not cramped canals. The open-style airboats give you a better view of alligators, wading birds, and cypress trees as you zip across the water.
Easy to reach from Fort Lauderdale
Only about 30 min from downtown Fort Lauderdale, the park is a quick escape into the wild without a long drive. It's perfect for a half-day adventure that feels way farther from the city than it is.
Family-friendly and action-packed
Whether you’re traveling with toddlers or teens, there’s plenty to keep everyone engaged, from wildlife encounters to shaded picnic areas and photo ops with baby gators.
Photo ops you won’t want to miss
From gators gliding through the grass to holding a baby alligator after the show, there are tons of chances to snap that “only in Florida” photo, so keep your cameras ready at Everglades Holiday Park.
Everything you need to know before booking your tour
Know the park: Everglades Holiday Park sits on the edge of Everglades National Park, just west of Fort Lauderdale. It’s best known as the filming site of the Gator Boys TV show and offers airboat rides, gator shows, and wildlife encounters.
Transportation: Don’t feel like driving? The Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tour from Miami includes round-trip transportation from Miami Beach and Bayside Marketplace. No need to worry about parking — just hop on and go.
Curated experience:Your ticket includes park admission, a guided airboat ride, access to the alligator wildlife show, and a complimentary souvenir photo, all led by expert guides in English or Spanish.
Plan for a half-day trip: Set aside about 4 hours total. This includes travel time, the airboat adventure, the gator show, and some free time to explore the park or grab photos with baby gators.
Your tour explained
Daytime tour
This 4-hour adventure includes round-trip transportation to Everglades Holiday Park, an airboat ride, a live wildlife show featuring real alligators, and a free souvenir photo to capture the moment.
You’ll be picked up from either Miami Beach or Bayside Marketplace. There is no need to drive or plan logistics; just sit back and enjoy the ride to the park and back.
Tours are available in both English and Spanish, so you can choose the language that works best for you when booking.
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From Miami: Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tour with Wildlife Show
Highlights from the wild: What to expect at Everglades Holiday Park
Zoom across the “River of Grass”
The airboat ride is fast, breezy, and downright exhilarating. You’ll skim across wide-open marshes with the wind in your face and water spraying up around you.
Plan your visit
General timings: Daily from 9am to 5pm
Airboat timings: Tours depart every 20 mins for 60 mins per ride
Final airboat departure: 5pm
The dry season from November to April is the best time to visit Everglades Holiday Park. The weather is cooler, there are fewer bugs, and you’re more likely to see wildlife out in the open.
Early mornings are great if you want to avoid crowds and catch animals when they’re most active. It’s also a good time for photos with softer light and fewer people in the background.
If you’re visiting in summer, expect heat and humidity. The upside is smaller crowds. Just be sure to bring bug spray and water, and wear something light and breathable.
Address: 21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332, United States | Find on Maps
By car: Everglades Holiday Park is located just west of Fort Lauderdale. There is ample free parking on site. From Miami: It takes about 45–60 mins to reach the park from Miami. Head north on I-95 or the Florida Turnpike, then take I-595 W and exit onto US-27 S. From there, turn right onto Griffin Road and follow the signs straight to the park entrance. From Fort Lauderdale: The park is only about 30 min away. Take I-595 W to US-27 S, then turn right on Griffin Road.
By public transport: There’s no direct public transportation to Everglades Holiday Park, so your best bet is to drive or book a guided tour with round-trip hotel pickup from Miami.
The main park area, airboat docks, and gator show arena all have smooth, level surfaces that make it easy to navigate with a wheelchair or stroller.
Service animals are welcome in most areas, though for safety reasons, they must stay on land during the boat ride.
There are plenty of shaded seating spots and audio narration during the tour, which makes it more comfortable for everyone.
The guides are patient and helpful. They are always ready to assist with boarding or navigating the grounds; just ask, and they'll take care of you.
Kids under 6 years old must wear life jackets during the airboat ride to keep them safe on the water.
Pets aren’t allowed on the tours, so everyone stays safe and comfortable.
Feeding or touching the animals outside designated areas is a no-go to protect both you and the animals.
Always listen closely to your guide’s instructions during the airboat ride and wildlife show, they’re there to keep things fun and safe.
Stay seated and hold on tight while on the airboat. Those thrilling turns can get bumpy.
Wear lightweight, breathable clothes and closed-toe shoes to stay comfortable on the airboat and trails.
Don’t forget sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent. This helps with the Florida sun and bugs.
Bring a camera or phone with a good zoom to capture close-ups of alligators, birds, and other wildlife.
Arrive a little early if you’re joining a tour with hotel pickup. Being ready helps everything run smoothly.
Café
Feeling hungry after a fun-filled day? There is a full-service café and deli inside the Park that offers tasty daily specials and local flavors like frog legs and alligator bites. There’s something for every taste. You can grab a snack, refuel, and get ready to keep exploring the Everglades.
Timings: Open daily from 9am to 5pm Location: Near the park entrance
Beyond Everglades Holiday Park
Everglades National Park
If you’re a nature lover, Everglades National Park should definitely be on your list. It’s the biggest subtropical wilderness in the US, perfect for hiking, kayaking, birdwatching, or joining ranger-led programs to really get to know the wild side of the park.
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Just a quick drive from Fort Lauderdale, Sawgrass Recreation Park mixes exciting airboat rides with rescued wildlife exhibits. You can meet baby gators, stroll through a reptile sanctuary, and even take a nighttime airboat tour, a rare chance to explore the Everglades after dark.
Everglades Safari Park
Everglades Safari Park is your go-to for adventure with a splash of wildlife fun. Known for its thrilling airboat rides and lively wildlife shows, it’s a great pick for families and first-timers who want to experience the Everglades without any hassle.
Frequently asked questions about Everglades Holiday Park tours
Everglades Holiday Park is famous for thrilling airboat rides across the iconic "River of Grass" and live alligator shows starring the Gator Boys from Animal Planet.
Set aside about 4 hours for the full experience, including travel time from Miami, the airboat ride, the alligator show, and free time to explore the park or snap unforgettable photos.
Yes, your ticket includes entry into both Everglades Holiday Park and the broader Everglades National Park area.
It’s included. After your airboat ride, you’ll enjoy a high-energy wildlife show with professional alligator handlers, no extra ticket needed.
Yes, tours are available with expert guides in English or Spanish. Just pick your preferred language when booking.
Each ride lasts about 60 min, giving you plenty of time to soak in the stunning Everglades scenery and wildlife.
Absolutely! It’s just a quick 30-min drive west of Fort Lauderdale, with ample free parking available on-site.
