Everglades Boat Tours
Experience areas of the Everglades in our comfortable boat.
If you would like to see the Everglades while spending a relaxing day on the water, then our Everglades Motorboat Tour is perfect for you. The Everglades contains miles of beautiful barrier islands along Florida’s Southwest coast known as the 10,000 Islands. The kayaks are great for exploring the calm waters of the backcountry, but the absolute best way to explore this vast landscape of the islands is by motorboat. The 10,000 Islands stretch from Marco Island to Florida Bay and include Everglades National Park, Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve, and the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge. In addition to the extraordinary wildlife, this area has been inhabited by humans for over 3,000 years! The ancient Calusa Indians, Pirates, Spanish explorers, Florida pioneers, and modern-day hermits have all left their mark here.
You’ll begin your tour by searching for one of our most sought after residents, the Florida manatee. These gentle giants utilizes the 10,000 Islands region as a source of food, fresh drinking water, and warm temperatures. You may also spot the many curious dolphins who are also frequent visitors and often jump in the wake of our boat. Be on the lookout for American bald eagles, osprey, roseate spoonbills, and a variety of wading birds as well. At some point you’ll stop at one of the islands for a little beachcombing and exploring. The beaches and shorelines are teaming with life on the barrier islands. Preserved and undisturbed, you’ll swear you’re the first one to ever set foot here! We can accommodate any size group and offer group discounts and customized itineraries.
3.5 Hour private tour
$149 per person
$75 children 6-15
Dogs & children under 6 are FREE
2 person minimum
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I get seasick?
The motorboat tours are conducted primarily in the backcountry of Everglades National Park and the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Here, amongst the mangrove forest and Islands, the water is very calm, shallow and protected.
What about the weather?
We always watch the weather and remain flexible with our times in order to work around it need be. The boats are covered from the rain but lightning is the one thing that will stop us from going or send us home early. You don’t pay until after your trip so we can always adjust accordingly due to weather.
What kind of wildlife will we see?
Because the water is brackish / salt You’re likely to see dolphin, lots of birds, manatee. We sometimes also see sawfish, sea turtles, jumping ray and on rare occasions, the North American saltwater crocodile
Can we stop and get out of the boat?
The 10,000 islands are absolutely beautiful and yes, you may stop and walk the beaches if you like. Shell collecting is only permitted outside the national park….. and we can take you there!
Can we bring our dog?
Absolutely! Our motorboat tour is dog friendly, providing they are well-behaved and courteous to the Captain. They can also get out and walk the beaches with you, but please remember to bring waste bags, etc.
Book Your Private Everglades Tour
All online bookings are responded to within 5 hours. You may also email us with questions at TourTheEverglades@gmail.com or call for immediate assistance at (239) 260-4577. You can also reach us on WhatsApp.