Welcome To The Real Everglades
We only offer private tours because I know from experience that the smaller your group and the less noise you make the more wildlife you’ll encounter. This also allows you to move along at your own pace without disruptions and enhances your overall experience. Along the way we are able to encounter animals in their natural habitat and observe their behaviors. Hunting, grooming, courtship, fighting, etc.
This approach creates a deeper connection with nature and provides our guests the opportunity to obtain some amazing photography. We welcome the opportunity to show you our beautiful ecosystem!
Keep It Small….Keep It Local
We do not buy advertising on google or tripadvisor with the goal of piling people on to your tour just to increase the profit margin. By design this puts stress on the guide, the guests and especially the wildlife. I have seen first hand the damage that these so called “small group” companies have done to the environment here. We are the opposite of that and I have purposely kept it this way for 13 years now……less is more.
When choosing a guide service (no mater where you’re visiting) it’s always best to go with a local. Someone with roots in the area and a true natural passion for what they’re doing will make a big difference in your experience. Every member of our team is a year round resident here and can guide you through the wilderness and surrounding areas with a confidence that only comes with a lifetime of personal experiences.
We’re very fortunate to call this vacation paradise our home. When we’re not conducting tours we’re out with our own family and friends, boating, hiking, exploring the Everglades & 10,000 Islands. I’m personally inviting you to spend the day with us and re-connect with nature. I believe our “private tour with a local guide” approach is what makes our tours the best. I hope that you will agree.
Looking forward to meeting you,
-Tod
Tour The Glades – Private Wildlife Tours
Recent Testimonials
Wonderful experience! Absolutely recommended! Tod is a really great guide and very knowledgeable about flora and fauna. When we saw an Alligator or other animals we took our time to observe. As he lives in the Everglades, he has many stories to share. We loved everything about our kayak tour! Thanks Tod!! Best regards from Germany 🙂
Chris Popp
The Best way to experience the Everglades!! Doing a private tour is the only way to see this amazing eco system. We took a multi-day tour through the mangroves and big cypress stands. We also saw all types of wildlife from alligators, herons, hawks, kites, egrets, etc. Tod is an amazing guide who is very knowledgeable and accommodating in every way.