Everglades Express Tour from Fort Lauderdale: Airboat Ride, Gator Spotting & Reptile Sanctuary

What you’ll do:

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure into Florida’s wild side with the Everglades Express from Fort Lauderdale. Your See Sight Tours guide will pick you up from your downtown hotel and whisk you off to Sawgrass Recreation Park for a day filled with thrills and wildlife encounters.

Cruise the river of grass on a high-speed airboat ride, spotting gators and other native critters along the way. Wander through a reptile sanctuary featuring over 50 rescued creatures and cap it all off with tasty bites from The Gator Grill. With three convenient daily departures, you can kick off your day with fresh adventure or fit it in before sunset.

Why we love it for your party:

• You’ll spot real gators in the wild (Feel the rush of seeing Florida’s most famous reptiles up close on an exciting airboat ride)

• The baby gator meet-and-greet is adorable (Yes, you might actually hold a baby alligator and live to brag about it)

• Reptile sanctuary = cool and educational (See tortoises, iguanas, and Florida’s scaly residents in a safe setting)

• The Gator Grill serves wild snacks (From gator bites to burgers, it’s a food truck with serious local flavor)

• Hotel pickup makes it a breeze (No need to plan a thing—just hop in and enjoy the ride)

About this experience partner:

See Sight Tours offers personalized, small-group excursions with a focus on storytelling, seamless logistics, and local charm. Their Everglades Express tour showcases Florida’s iconic natural wonder in an accessible and thrilling half-day format, complete with transportation, expert guides, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Whether you're a nature lover or just looking to experience the wild side of Florida, See Sight Tours delivers big adventure with zero hassle.