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Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides

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Airboat ride at Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale
Airboat tour at Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale
Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides near Fort Lauderdale
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Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides

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21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332, USA
ClosedOpens Tue 9:00 AM·Paid Admission·$$$

Zoom across the River of Grass on a thrilling airboat tour with live gator shows and wildlife encounters near Miami

Wildlife SanctuaryPaid AdmissionOutdoor

About Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides

Everglades Holiday Park is one of South Florida's most iconic outdoor adventure destinations, just a short drive west of Fort Lauderdale and easily accessible from Miami. Visitors board custom-built, state-of-the-art airboats for 60-minute guided tours through the Florida Everglades, zipping across sawgrass marshes and mangrove tunnels while spotting wild alligators, native birds, and other Everglades wildlife.

Every tour includes a thrilling 20-minute live alligator show performed by the world-famous Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team in the park's signature Gator Pit, plus a free professional group photo. Optional Animal Encounter add-ons let up to 5 guests get hands-on with native wildlife, including baby alligators.

Private airboat tours are available for a more intimate experience. Pricing starts from $29.

99 for children and $41.99 for adults, with private tours from $449.

Open 9 AM–5 PM daily, the park also features a general store, gift shop, café, and boat rentals. Free parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities make it convenient for all visitors.

Highlights

First-Time Visitor
Instagram-Worthy
Nature Lover
Free Parking
Service Animals Welcome
Group Tours Available
Restrooms

Admission & Visit Info

Admission

Paid Admission

$

Price

$41.99 adults, $29.99 children ages 3–11; Animal Encounters $45 per person; Private Tours from $449;

Duration

2–3 hours

Age

All Ages

Best Season

Oct–Apr

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Experience
9.0
Value for Money
7.0
Facilities
7.0
Crowd Management
6.0
Accessibility
8.0

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The best time to visit Everglades Holiday Park is during South Florida's dry season, October through April, when temperatures are cooler and wildlife is more active and visible. Summer visits are possible but expect higher humidity, afternoon thunderstorms, and larger weekend crowds. Arriving at opening (9 AM) ensures the best animal sightings and shorter wait times for tours.

Closed

Mon9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews

Largely positive, with visitors praising the thrilling airboat experience, knowledgeable captains, and entertaining Gator Boys shows. Some concerns raised around animal welfare practices and occasional crowding on peak days.

Airboat ExperienceStaff & GuidesFamily-Friendly

The Experience

parking

Free Parking

accessibility

Service Animals WelcomeWheelchair AccessibleAccessible RestroomsStroller-Friendly

access

Group Tours AvailablePrivate ToursGuided ToursAdvance Booking Required

facilities

RestroomsCafe / RestaurantGift Shop

policies

Photography Allowed

family

Kid-FriendlyEducational ProgramsInteractive Exhibits

environment

OutdoorCovered / Shaded AreasWaterfront

Ticket Types

General AdmissionChildVIP / PremiumGroup RateBehind the Scenes

What Visitors Are Saying

What people love

Airboat Experience: Guests consistently rave about the excitement of the airboat ride, speed, and getting up close with wild alligators in their natural habitat.
Staff & Guides: Captains and wildlife handlers are frequently called out by name in reviews for being informative, personable, and entertaining.
Family-Friendly: Families with children, including grandkids, highlight the park as a perfect outing — especially holding baby alligators and watching the Gator Boys show.
Educational Value: Multiple reviewers note the educational depth of the tours, with guides sharing Everglades history, ecology, and wildlife facts throughout.
Value for Money: Many visitors feel the experience is worth the price, calling it a highlight of their South Florida trip.

Good to know

Animal Welfare Concerns: TripAdvisor flagged the venue for not meeting animal welfare guidelines, and some reviews reflect concerns about how animals are handled during shows.
Crowding: Weekend visits, particularly Saturday mornings, can be very busy with long waits for tours and shows.
Heat Exposure: Being largely an outdoor experience, summer visitors note the intense Florida heat and humidity as a challenge.

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