Fort Lauderdale: 40-Min Everglades Airboat Ride & Animal Sanctuary Entry

About this experience

This ticket secures a place on a 40-minute guided airboat ride through the Florida Everglades, departing from Sawgrass Recreation Park on U.S. 27 near Fort Lauderdale. The Everglades form the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, covering roughly 1.5 million acres of sawgrass marshes, cypress swamps, and open water. The airboat is captained by trained staff who navigate the shallow waterways at speed, covering terrain that is otherwise inaccessible on foot. Ear protection is provided as standard, and complimentary on-site parking is included. During the ride, guests move through sawgrass prairie where alligators, wading birds, turtles, and the occasional Florida panther can be spotted in their natural habitat. Following the airboat portion, the ticket includes entry to the on-site animal sanctuary and exhibitions, giving visitors a closer look at native wildlife. The sanctuary is wheelchair accessible. The ticket covers the 40-minute airboat ride, sanctuary admission, ear protection, and parking. Travel from Miami is not included, so guests should arrange their own journey to the U.S. 27 departure point. Bookings are non-refundable, so confirm your date carefully before purchasing. Vehicles are not sold through this listing. Any vehicle used during the experience is supplied by the operator and returned at the end.

Highlights

• 40-minute airboat ride through the Florida Everglades
• Covers sawgrass marshes, cypress swamps and open waterways
• Access to terrain unreachable on foot via shallow waterways
• Animal Sanctuary entry included with your ticket
• Ear protection and on-site parking provided at no extra cost
• Departs from U.S. 27, convenient to Fort Lauderdale

What is included

• 40 Minute Airboat Adventure tour in the Everglades
• Admission to onsite exhibitions and animal sanctuary
• Ear protection
• Onsite Complimentary Parking

Not included

• Transportation from Miami or Fort Lauderdale

Before you go

Arrival and timing Arrive a few minutes before your scheduled departure to check in, collect your ear protection, and make your way to the boarding area. Complimentary parking is available on site, so you can drive directly to Sawgrass Recreation Park without any parking concerns. During your visit Ear protection is provided and should be worn throughout the airboat ride, as the engines are loud. Keep all limbs inside the boat at all times and follow the captain's instructions. After the ride, your ticket includes entry to the on-site exhibitions and animal sanctuary, so allow extra time beyond the 40-minute boat trip. Wear sunscreen and bring water, as the Everglades environment is exposed and can be warm. Photography is generally welcome outdoors, but follow any guidance from staff near the animals.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.