Quiet power-boat access to seldom-reached Everglades birding areas
2 hrs
Power boat, birding, wildlife
Explore Everglades birding areas by quiet, comfortable power boat. Adapt to the day’s conditions as your captain follows wildlife movements and seasonal patterns.
Cancel more than 2 weeks before departure for a full refund. Cancel 2 weeks to 72 hours before departure to reschedule or receive a refund less your deposit. Cancellations less than 72 hours before departure may forfeit tour fees if you cannot reschedule. If weather cancels the tour, choose to reschedule, receive a full refund, or join another unaffected tour.
Product ID: PJBUB6
Non-US citizens may need to pay an additional National Park Service entrance fee of $100 per person or $250 for an America the Beautiful Pass covering four guests.
Complete the required waiver before departure. At booking, share any height, weight, injury, age, or other factor that could affect comfort, and identify any non-swimmers in your group.
1180 Chokoloskee Drive, Chokoloskee, FL 34138
Everglades boat tours through this crew consistently earn glowing praise, with guides like Don, Dale, Glen, and Captain Tony standing out as the real stars of the show. Reviewers repeatedly highlight their deep knowledge of the area's wildlife, history, and ecosystem, and many guests say it was the single best experience of their entire trip. Photographers especially appreciate how captains will slow down, circle back, or position the boat to get that perfect shot. Wildlife sightings are a genuine highlight, with dolphins, birds (including a baby bald eagle!), rays, and manatees all making appearances across various tours. Some trips venture out to shell mounds and remote keys, giving guests a chance to explore on foot and swim. One reviewer did note that a particular captain seemed less warm and welcoming at the start, leaving them unsure they were in the right place, so it's worth confirming your booking details ahead of time. Overall, the vibe here is more relaxed and immersive than your typical tourist attraction. These tours feel personal and unhurried, with guides who genuinely seem to love what they do and are happy to share it.
We had a blast. We'll worth the 4 hour drive round trip. We saw many types of birds, dolphins.turtle nest, 2000 year old conch shells plus much more. Don our boat captain was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained for over 2 hours.
Jim Kime
June 12, 2026
We had a blast. We'll worth the 4 hour drive round trip. We saw many types of birds, dolphins.turtle nest, 2000 year old conch shells plus much more. Don our boat captain was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained for over 2 hours.
Jim Kime
June 12, 2026
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