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A New Side of Florida: Airboat Tours

Like many South Floridians, more than likely you've jumped the waves, dined at a few fancy restaurants and had your share of fantastic shopping. Florida is an amazing destination for a family vacation, a work retreat or just a day off. But there's another side to the Sunshine State few of us have had the chance to explore, the Everglades. A peaceful, entertaining retreat, journeying through the tropical wetlands is a unique opportunity to see a new side of Florida from an exciting airboat tour.

Meet the American Alligator

Want to come face-to-face with a Florida gator? Everglades Holiday Park takes you on an adventure you'll never forget deep into the Everglades, which is filled with alligators. Airboat tours are captained by expert "Gladesmen", who have captivating stories to share about the environment and the wildlife who call the Everglades home. Long legged wading birds, tropical snakes and colorful fish contribute to the magic that is this pristine environment.

After a 60-minute tour, marvel at dangerous tricks and stunts performed by the Gator Boys from Animal Planet's hit show. Watch in amazement as the team shows off their skills and expertise in the world famous "Gator Pit". The perfect way to meet the American alligator in a safe, comfortable environment, Everglades Holiday Park is family fun redefined!

Creative Family Time

Need some ideas for spending time with the kids before they go back to school? An airboat ride and gator show at Everglades Holiday Park is the perfect way to spend the day together. Create memories that will last forever and do it while exposing them to quality information on gators, the Everglades and the larger conservation efforts. A day trip to Everglades Holiday Park is creative family time, and one experience they'll want to do again and again. Climb aboard a state-of-the-art airboat and watch Mom, dad and the kids smile from ear to ear.

Nature at Its Finest, Untouched and Beautiful 

With so much to do and so many places to go, there's plenty of hustle and bustle in Florida. Most of us go about our daily lives with all kinds of noise around us that contributes to stressors. Whether it's honking horns, loud engines or screeching tires, it's tough to get a little peace and quiet. An airboat ride through the Everglades is the perfect opportunity to forget about noise, to relax and unwind in a tranquil, peaceful and untouched environment. Add to that, exciting wildlife encounters and a day trip to Everglades Holiday Park is exactly what the doctor ordered for some well-deserved R&R.

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