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If you are looking to get right in on the action in the Florida Everglades this season, there is no better way to experience the natural Florida ecosystem than with a Homestead airboat ride. With Captain Mitch’s Airboat Tours, you’ll have a front row view and an expert guide every step of the way as you explore the Florida swamplands and witness all the unique critters that call this area home.

Many that visit this area refuse to leave without first seeing a gator or two – and you’re sure to see plenty of those on an airboat tour out of Homestead. Your guide will get you as close to the action as is safely possible, all the while educating you and your family about everything that you are seeing along the way. And while gators are Florida’s most famous residents, that’s not all you’ll see. You will also see frogs, snakes, and lizards – as well as some of the most plentiful and varied bird and fish populations in the entire world.

Homestead has become one of Florida’s fastest growing cities, and new developments are constantly being added. While these developments add a lot to the commercial beauty of Southern Florida, it’s important to experience Florida’s natural beauty while it’s still possible. So when visiting Southern Florida this season, don’t miss your opportunity to explore the Florida Everglades in its natural state, the way it was truly meant to be experienced.

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Experience this THRILLING once in a lifetime one hour Everglade airboat tour in the Florida Everglades swampland at Captain Mitch’s airboat park.

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*All online reservation requests should be done 72 hours in advance. If you are planning same day service (less than 72 hours), please call our office to ensure we can get you in right away.

**Current prices effective 04/07/2022**

Adults: CASH PRICE: $45.00 per person, plus tax. CREDIT CARD PRICE: $50.00 per person, plus tax (1 hr ride) Child: CASH PRICE: $20.00 per person, plus tax. CREDIT CARD PRICE: $25.00 per person, plus tax (1 hr ride)

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Our local Airboat tour captains

Capt Mitch.

Born and raised in Everglades City Fl. Raised commercial fishing the Everglades National Park and running airboat tours.

Raised in Chokoloskee, FL crabbing, commercial fishing the Everglades 10,000 Islands and airboat rides

Capt  Hunter

Raised in Chokoloskee, FL airboating the Everglades all his life

Born in Ohio relocated to Everglades City fishing and airboating the Everglades 20+years

Naples Florida redneck. Airboat Captain from the swamp.

Captain Cory

Our newest Airboat Captain living the island life on Chokoloskee, FL

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Homestead Airboat Tour Advanced reservations recommended

REDLAND AGRICULTURE TOUR & EVERGLADES FARM PACKAGE

This adventure consists of a half a day guided experience. Departure time is at 10;00 am at 123 N Krome Ave, Homestead, FL 33030. A cooler with cold water and ice is provided as you embark through many of the landmarks in Homestead.  The transportation is an 11 passenger van as seen below.

• Bayfront Biscayne National park
• Robert is here milkshakes
• Everglades Alligator farm
• Schnebly’s winery
• Historic Homestead Town Hall Museum
• Lucky’s Saloon

$150.00 per guest

Miami Swampland Airboat Tours

Near homestead, florida take a ride to the everglades.

Take an airboat ride in the Florida Everglades swampland, an ecosystem unlike any other in the world. Similar ecosystems, such as the Amazon, Nile Basin, and the Mississippi River Delta all differ from one another in many ways. One unifying factor, however, is the presence of significant freshwater rainfall near an ocean or other saltwater body. This flow of fresh water from rivers into salt water creates a mixture called brackish water. Brackish water plays host to a wide variety of flora and fauna found in the Florida Everglades and creates the environment which visitors to the Miami Airboat Tours will find so fascinating.

Miamia Airboat Rides

The Original Everglades National Park Airboat Tour

Everglades safari t-shirt, experience the beauty of everglades national park while riding an airboat, discover the next level of family fun while our captains navigate through the pristine waters of everglades national park aboard our world-famous airboat tours. you can bet it is one of the safest social distancing options to explore your nature™..

The Original Eco-Experience Airboat Tour

Take an unforgettable journey on an airboat ride through florida's everglades national park, join our expert captains for 30 to 40 minutes of educational family fun in the florida everglades. learn about the unique plants and animals that live in your very own backyard..

Travel Deeper into Everglades National Park Aboard A Private Tour

Go off the beaten path as we journey deeper into florida's everglades national park, as expert guides, our captains have unparalleled knowledge of the trails, plants, and animals. join us for a truly unique and unforgettable experience today.

So much fun!! We did a private tour with LOU, and had an absolute blast!! Thanks to all the staff for being so friendly and knowledgeable! Make sure you go to the alligator show!

Wonderful place, excellent your guide and really awesome Alligator show. Highly recommend!!! Will definitely be back

Wondering What to Do When Visiting the Everglades?

From airboats to camping, we've listed our top picks in our latest article: Top 7 Things to Do in the Everglades!

On Vacation & Need A Ride? We Can Help!

We recommend Xpedition Tours! They provide reliable service to and from our park, from select locations.

So fun!  Beautiful tour flying around the everglades on an airboat!  Wear the ear buds they give you. And you can hold Snappy!

This place is awesome!  We saw a Snail Kite, momma alligator and her nest. The boat ride was sooo much fun. We actually drove by it and turned around just to see the place.

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Find out everything you can do during your visit to the florida everglades, from airboats to nature walks, wildlife shows to gator bites, we offer family fun in the warm florida sun all year long. we're sure your experience will be unforgettable., ever wonder what that alligator is doing.

Top 7 Things to do in the Everglades

If you ask anyone about the Everglades, they will most probably say that it is the greatest swamp in Florida. They are close but not exactly right! It is a slow-running river that entails around nine contrasting, elegant ecosystems.

History of Airboats

In 1930, airboats started becoming popular in the United States. Many Floridians made them famously known when they began to invent them independently, these Floridians mostly lived in or near the Florida Everglades.

Ultimate Guide: Animals of the Everglades

Did you know the Florida Everglades sustains a unique environment that provides safe refuge to the wildlife that inhabits the wetlands, some of which are not found anywhere else in the world? This guide tells you all about them!

The Ultimate Guide to Everglades National Park

With so much to do in South Florida, it’s easy to miss the adventure that can be found in our very own backyard. In this article, we will shed light on one of the hidden gems often overlooked by visitors and residents alike; the Florida Everglades.

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We offer various discounts to make your Everglades National Park experience more memorable and less stressful on your wallet.

We recommend Xpedition Tours! transportation companies in Miami to provide you reliable service to and from our park, from select locations.

Traveling With A Group? Group Rates & Arrangements Are Available.

Group tours of all sizes are welcome to enjoy the adventure, together! Our custom made, twin rotor airboats are the largest in the industy, holding a whopping 45 visitors each!

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NPS Entrance Fee is now $8 per person for adults, free for seniors, children under 16, National Park passholders, military and veterans.

Please be advised that holding live baby alligator for a photo is no longer allowed. Thank you for your understanding.

We have a limitied availability for private tours. Please call to make reservation in advance. 

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Welcome to GATOR PARK

An alligator adventure in the heart of the everglades national park..

Looking for some serious gator action? Gator Park is the premier airboat tour in the Florida Everglades to spy these fierce reptiles. Airboat rides depart every few minutes, so your Everglades experience begins the moment you arrive. We also offer private airboat tours for a more up close and personal look at the alligators .

The Everglades National Park is known for its vast wildlife, many of whom you’ll meet on your airboat tour. From endangered birds you won’t find anywhere else to small creatures that live among these wild alligators , you’ll see Florida as few people do.

The Everglades' marine life includes more than 200,000 alligators, so you’re guaranteed to spy quite a few on your Everglades tour! American crocodiles and fish, including large mouth bass,  blue gil and catfish, are also frequent guest stars on the tour.

More than 28 different snakes - a few of which are venomous – also call the Everglades home, alongside the beautiful and elusive endangered Florida panther.

Experience this unique Miami, Florida attraction by booking your airboat ride through the Everglades National Park today. Give us a call at 800-559-2205 or buy tour tickets online now.

Ready to meet the gators? You’ve come to the right place. Buy your airboat tour tickets online and save time and money at the park. No reservations required! Your tickets will be available at Gator Park on the day of your airboat safari.

Airboat Tours

Get ready for the ride of your life. The Gator Park Airboat Tour begins by winding down the canal, providing plenty of photo ops to catch wildlife in their natural habitat. Experienced guides offer tips to ensure you spot alligators large and small...

Wildlife Show

Go beyond the Everglades with Gator Park's famous alligator and wildlife show and watch alligators from just a few steps away! This barehanded technique was originally used to capture alligators and showcases the great power and agility of the gators.

ALLIGATOR TOUR HOURS & RATES

Looking for a unique change of pace from other Florida tourist attractions? An Everglades airboat safari is just what you need. Gator Park is open and ready for your Everglades adventure every day, rain or shine! (The gators like the rain.)

Monday – Sunday:

• 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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Tickets to Gator Park include admission, airboat ride through the Everglades and watch alligators at the Wildlife show. Buy tickets online and save. 

• Adults: $29.99 ($29.99 at the gate)
• Children: $19.99 (Kids 1-5 years old ride for free!)

Private airboat tours run on your schedule and are a great way to get up close and personal with the gators. Rates are by the hour.

• 1-4 People: $595.00
• 5-6 People: $695.00
• 7-10 People: $895.00
• 11-15 People: $995.00
• 16-24 People: $1495.00

$8 National Park Service entry fee is not included.

Excluded from National Park entrance fees:

• Children under the age of 16
• National Park passholders
• Senior citizens (62+ years of age)
• Active Military personnel with proper ID

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diner's Club cards accepted for all our Everglades attractions.

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1 Hour Private Speedboat Adventure at the Southren Glades

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Children under 6 are free on all adventures

1 Hour Semi Private Airboat Gator/Croc Canal Adventure

The 1 hour semi-private airboat adventure covers approximately 8 miles of the Key Largo Gator/Croc canal. This Adventure is shared with up to 10 other guests. Your experienced captain will share with you the importance of this canal to to the Florida Everglades, Animals, Plant Life and importance of the separation from the city to the brackish water that end the everglades to the Keys. The semi private airboat ride is only Available at 11:00am - 12:00pm and 2:00pm.

Sunset Private Airboat Gator/Croc Canal Adventure

Florida is known for many beautiful things and among them are our majestic and surreal sunsets, and that is why we offer the Sunset Gator/Canal Tours. Wondrous memories and adventure await you as the sun goes down and stars shine. The rates for this adventure begin at 4:00pm daily.

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Florida Everglades Air Boat Rides and Air Boat Tours!  Swamps! Gators! Birds and abundant wildlife!  Let Air boat USA Take You on a Jungle Adventure!  

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ALL PRIVATE ONLY YOU  AND YOUR GUEST ONBOARD THE BOAT - FIRST TWO GUEST INCLUDED IN BASE CHARTER PRICE - Unlike other airboat tours which take you for a quick spin and then drop you off at the gift shop to spend more money, when we say our world-famous private safari is two hours long, we mean TWO FULL HOURS on the boat, NOT THE GIFT SHOP OR CAGED ANIMAL SHOW.

You also get: - Full money-back guarantee for weather/maintenance cancellation

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Our airboat rides are real water safaris. You will: - See wild animals - Enjoy beautiful landscapes and ecosystems - Experience true swamp wilderness - Revel in the glory of Everglades National Park

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I went to Miami with my best friend for Spring Break and we decided to do something out of our element. It was SUPER DUPER FUN! Captain Tim was amazing ! We went and another family was there with a dog. It made me super happy to know that you can take your animal. It made it feel very "homey" and I felt like I was with my family. If you want to have fun, this is what you need to do !!!! I give it 5 stars ! April 2016 Ileana April 2016 Varas

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1 hour private airboat tour.

The 1 hour airboat tour takes you through a significant part of these famous wetlands. From alligators to rare plant life, this hour-long trip will leave you with a greater understanding of the ecosystems and habitats that exist in the Everglades. If you’re visiting South Florida for the first time, an airboat ride in the Everglades will become a memory of a lifetime.

1 ½ Hours Private Airboat Tour

With an added half an hour on your hands, you can wander deeper into the Everglades to observe the birds and other wildlife life that have made the South Florida home. Our professional tour guides have immense experience on waterboats and airboats, allowing you to safely explore the area from your seat.

2 Hours Private Airboat Tour

The longest of our tours is the 2 hour long private tour, taking you as far out into the Everglades as possible. With the company of tour guides who have an understanding of the surroundings, you’ll be carried out into a world of wonder and awe unlike any other.

Who doesn’t want to squeeze in more time to soak in the glorious sight of the sun setting past the water and creating a glittering scene around you? With our 1.5 hour airboat tour, you get to go further into the mysterious waters of the Everglades and view the sunset from a breathtaking angle. the sun appears to sink beneath the surface—leaving you with an overwhelming realization of the amazing ways in which nature works.

One of the best airboat tours Everglades is the Sunset Tour. The feeling of being out in the wilderness, watching the sunset is incomparable to any other. The view that you get to witness will leave you mesmerized. If you’re looking for a romantic evening in nature, the Sunset Tour is an excellent option to go for.

$60 Per Person

Explore the Everglades

The U.S.'s largest subtropical wilderness, a haven for both endangered species and unique ecosystems. Spanning over 1.5 million acres, this 'River of Grass' boasts diverse habitats like mangrove forests, sawgrass prairies, freshwater sloughs, and hardwood hammocks. Remarkably, it's the world's only environment where American crocodiles and alligators live together. With over 360 bird species and an array of wildlife exclusive to this area, the Everglades is truly a world of its own.

Annually, more than a million visitors flock to the Everglades, seeking the ultimate airboat experience. Our Everglades airboat tours, renowned as some of the best in the region, offer a chance to immerse fully in this vast wetland. When in Miami, choose our personalized, private airboat tours, perfect for families and groups, to truly capture the essence of this unique natural wonder.

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Animal encounters, alligator shows, and much more, everglades airboat tours, everglades vip tour, animal encounters, alligator shows, group tours & events, everglades holiday park airboat tours & rides in fort lauderdale, fl.

Welcome to Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides! We are located in sunny South Florida, just outside of Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Our world-famous airboat ride and alligator park is a top attraction for locals and visitors alike. It’s perfect for kids and adults of all ages.

Climb aboard one of our state-of-the-art vessels for an unforgettable Everglades airboat tour . Then, experience a live alligator show featuring the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team in our world-famous Gator Pit! Even get an opportunity to hold a baby alligator. With miles of wetlands and mangrove tunnels, you’ll journey deep into the Florida Everglades, zipping across the “River of Grass” at top speeds with an expert airboat tour guide.

Our fleet of airboats are spacious safe, offers comfort, and covered protection from all weather conditions. Lock eyes with an American alligator and snap amazing pictures as you come face-to-face with some of the most unusual and exciting animals. Don’t forget to upgrade your boat ride experience with an animal encounter. There’s only one Everglades and only one way to see it.

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Exciting tours.

Experience a tour as stunning as it is intriguing. Our tours of the ‘Glades are unlike any other—packed with facts, history, and educational tidbits about this distinct Florida region filled with unparalleled wildlife; our exclusive fan boat tours offer you an exhilarating thrill like never before. The following are included.

• *60-Minute Everglades Airboat Tours
• 20-Minute Live Alligator Show
• 1 Premium Group Photo for Your Party
• Unmatched Family Fun for All Members

VIP TOUR WITH TRANSPORTATION

Your tour should be the very best—that’s why we make it more seamless than ever to ensure your visit is exhilarating, streamlined, and as memorable as can be. In other words, leave the round-trip transportation planning to us. Our tour transportation packages offer you a ride from our park. Includes: 

• Round-Trip Transportation Included
• *60-Minute, Fully Narrated Airboat Tour
• 20-Minute Live Alligator Show 

Wildlife & Animal Encounters Experience

Discover the thrill of interacting in a private setting with up to 5 exciting and unique, uncaged animals during our private tour. Listen and learn as our professional animal handlers dive into deep, detailed explanations, fun facts, and intriguing information about some of the most interesting and distinctive wildlife.

• 45-minute Animal Encounter Experience 
• Stories and Fun Facts About the Animals
• Professional Photos Included
• Special Packages Available

EXOTIC, EDUCATIONAL FUN

Our thrilling airboat rides through the Florida Everglades offer both education and entertainment (we call it edutainment) —with experienced captains, cutting-edge performers, and exceptionally talented wildlife handlers on our team, we’re proud to offer an experience unlike any other.

join us in Fort Lauderdale for a thrilling experience, and also available with round-trip transportation included!

Adrenaline Packed

60-minute airboat tour.

Glide through the wetlands of the Everglades at top speeds for amazing views, unparalleled thrills, and a thoroughly stunning experience! Our expert guides will take you on an enthralling tour of this distinctive habitat while imparting their vast knowledge of the plants and animals that call it home. Get ready to see alligators, rare birds, and other amazing creatures up close.

Leave the transportation up to us for an effortless vacation. When you book an airboat tour with transportation, we’ll handle the to-and-from accommodations—you handle the *1-hour airboat tour, exclusive live alligator show, and 1 free premium group photo per party. This VIP experience is created to satisfy the needs of explorers who seek both the excitement of exploration and the comfort and convenience of seamless transportation. With our VIP Tour, you can take your journey to the next level and make memories that will last a lifetime.

OUR EXCITING WILDLIFE

Our animal encounters offer you the chance to experience exciting and interesting wildlife as up close and personal as possible. Meet our uncaged animals courtesy of our expert wildlife handlers—learn about their diet, lifestyle, habitat, and much more

OUR GROUP TOURS & ADVENTURES

From school field trips to corporate team building activities, our group tours make for epic, fun-sized adventures. No matter what your event—a family gathering, birthday party, or a summer camp field trip—we can accommodate your party in style.

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Gator bites café & gift shop.

If you’ve worked up an alligator-sized appetite while here at our park, you can chomp on some delicious treats from our full-service café and deli. From tasty breakfast and lunch options, we’re proud to offer both kid-friendly delights as well as some more exotic delicacies (an order of frog legs, please). Don’t forget a souvenir from our gift shop to remember your once-in-a-lifetime experience. Gator Bites Café & Gift Shop is more than just a pit stop.

A PRIVATE AIRBOAT TOUR

Climb aboard for a personalized experience just for you and your party. You tell us where you’d like to go how fast to do it, and your wish is our command. Enjoy the wetlands at top speeds for a thrilling adventure, or take a moment to slow down and savor the scenery. You have the freedom to explore, whether they be close encounters with wildlife or peaceful periods in unspoiled wilderness. Our guides will offer a fully narrated experience at your preferred pace.

THE GATOR BOYS IN ACTION

Live shows at the world-famous Gator Pit.

High-octane performances and captivating education about alligators.

Witness a mind-blowing, up-close-and-personal look at the antics and demeanor of rescued American alligators.

Our tour is loaded with excitement and maximum entertainment in mind—that’s why each tour includes an action-packed live alligator show. Our 20-minute gator shows offer heart-pumping stunts peppered with tons of educational facts—all brought to you by the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team from Animal Planet’s hit TV series.

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Visiting everglades national park.

The national park is so large, that you end up doing a lot of driving to get from one station to the next. You also end up fighting a lot of crows. That is why we are so excited to offer an Everglades airboat experience right near Ft. Lauderdale,

Decades Of Restoration Work – The Everglades Bridge That Changed it All

Everglades National Park wasn’t established until 1947, and by then, the damage to the Everglades was already noticeable.

10 Surprising Facts About the Everglades

Do you know the Florida Everglades? You might be surprised to learn that America’s wetland is actually a river. Here are 5 surprising facts about the Everglades.

EVERGLADES TOURS, ALLIGATOR SHOWS, AND ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS EXPERIENCE

Our cutting-edge airboats provide a smooth and secure ride, allowing you to concentrate on taking in the surrounding natural beauty.

After your *60-minute Everglades airboat adventure concludes, take in an exciting and educational alligator presentation where you’ll learn all about the American alligator! As part of the airboat tour experience, you’ll receive 1 free group photo per party to remember your fun-filled day at the park! If that’s not enough, GO WILD with our animal encounters experience, where you’ll meet, interact with, and learn about five different animals within a private area inside our park.

No matter where your interests lie, you’ll find something to enjoy during your stay with us. Just ask the locals: they know Everglades Holiday Park is a great place to host a birthday party or a corporate event. Our private airboat tours cater to parties of 2 or more. You can also customize unique shore excursions for your entire group.

As you soar over the glassy waters near Everglades National Park, our designated coast guard will reveal secret information about this unique ecosystem as you soar over the glassy waters. The lush mangroves provide a welcoming aura, and the chirping sounds of animals affirm that you are truly experiencing the purest form of nature.

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Rated “Florida’s Best” by the Miami Herald Learn the secrets of the Everglades… America’s most unique and fragile ecosystem.

    we offer two types of tours, shared 40 minutes   (no reservation needed) and private 1, 1.5 and 2 hours ( reservation required ),     our professional airboat guides will take you on a personalized, educational airboat tour.,     we open daily at 9.00am until 5:00pm last boat departs at 4:30pm. we first go into the vast open saw grass where you will see why the everglades are called the “river of grass” you will travel by airboat through a hardwood hammock (a small island of solid ground in the “river of grass”), into the e verglades national park stopping at alligator holes and seeing the abundance of ‘glades wildlife. see the purple gallanule voted the most colorful bird in florida and the endangered everglade snail kite as well as herons, grackles, turtles, raccoons and other everglades residents the everglades are a truly unique and vibrant environment which you can only experience first hand unless you brought your hip waders, a private airboat tour is the best way to see it (and much drier, too),     after this fascinating and educational airboat tour, relax and enjoy a taste of ‘down home’ cooking, everglades-style . the coopertown restaurant offers such delicacies as frog legs, ‘gator tail, catfish and more all served in a friendly country manner that is distinctly “floridian”. “belly up” to the bar and meet the folks of coopertown learn some of the fascinating history of the area, and check out the guest book to see who else has passed through and enjoyed a ride on a coopertown airboat take a closer look at these fascinating creatures in our alligator exhibit what a cute little guy popular enough to have a college mascot named for it a ride on an airboat is the best way to check out the rest of the gator population in coopertown, adult airboat tour : $29.95 child airboat tour : 18.95, $8.00 everglades national park entrance fee 16 years and older..

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Things to do | summer savings: don’t ‘pass’ up discounted admission at south florida attractions.

If not, they could be!

Some of South Florida’s most popular attractions are offering families a way to save all season long with two deals that are good for a host of fun activities: the South Florida Adventure Pass and the Summer Savings Pass .

Each pass gives purchasers access to four places where they can get up close with animals, take an Everglades airboat ride or try their hand at science, among other interesting things to do, for one discounted price. In total, the eight participants span Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties, offering indoor and outdoor experiences.

“Our guests tell us they’ve been counting down the days till they can get their South Florida Adventure Pass,” said Mary Jane Vanden Berge, executive director of Butterfly World in Coconut Creek, which will be participating again this year. “With prices for everything what they are right now, this is the kind of offer families need, where one affordable fee locks in summer fun at four attractions.”

Meanwhile, the Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach is part of the Summer Savings Pass promotion.

“There’s nothing like summer in South Florida and seeing kids explore outside the classroom,” Cox Science Center president and CEO Kate Arrizza said. “It is a joy having our center participate in the Summer Savings Pass to ensure families get to experience the best nearby attractions.”

Extra savings: Catch the final week of Miami Attraction & Museum Months through Friday, May 31. Take advantage of various discounts from more than 50 participants on museum admissions, bike tours, botanical gardens, airboat rides, mini golf, and film festival and theater tickets. Visit miamitemptations.com .

Below, find a breakdown of attractions included in each of the passes on sale now.

SOUTH FLORIDA ADVENTURE PASS

Valid through: Sept. 30

Cost: $60 for adults, $50 for children age 3-12 (plus tax); existing attraction passholders or members save $10

Where to purchase : southfloridaadventurepass.com and at attraction websites

Butterfly World at Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek;  butterflyworld.com

The details: Watch as 20,000 exotic butterflies and hundreds of tropical birds flutter around open-air aviaries. Interact with rare and delicate butterflies in the South Florida Tropical Rain Forest, or learn about the butterfly life cycle in the Research Facility.

Don’t miss : Budgie and Jewels of the Sky aviaries, lorikeet feeding, Vine Maze, and Butterfly Museum and Insectarium

“At Butterfly World, first-timers are always surprised to find that our three butterfly aviaries are just the start, as we feature over 600 birds,” Vanden Berge said.

Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie;  flamingogardens.org

The details: At the 60-acre nonprofit botanical garden, visitors will see more than 3,000 tropical and subtropical species of plants and trees. The Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary is home to rescued Florida native wildlife, including alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, panthers, a black bear and flamingos. Take a tram tour through native jungle growth and wetlands. Walk through the Wray Home Museum.

Don’t miss: The summer exhibit, “Dinosaurs Around the World,” features 13 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs with realistic sounds and movements set amid the tropical foliage.

“Learn how modern-day birds evolved from their prehistoric dinosaur ancestors and discover fossils in the dino-dig pit in the gallery exhibit ‘Dinosaurs Among Us,'” Flamingo Gardens CEO Keith Clark said.

Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale;  mods.org

The details: The 150,000-square-foot facility offers science, STEM education and cultural experiences, exhibits and events as well as the AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater.

Don’t miss: MAGNA-TILES Studio is a permanent play space with more than 10,000 colorful magnetic shapes, and “Survival of the Slowest” is an interactive traveling exhibit that explores species that thrive despite their disadvantages and includes live animal presentations.

“The award-winning Museum of Discovery and Science is thrilled to connect people to inspiring science all summer through STEM programming, exhibits and films,” MODS President and CEO Joseph P. Cox said.

Sawgrass Recreation Park, 1006 N. U.S. Highway 27, Weston; evergladestours.com

The details: Hear stories about the Florida Everglades during a 40-minute airboat ride, plus meet adopted and rescued reptiles and pet a baby alligator in exhibit areas.

Don’t miss: Visit Sawgrass Mining Co. and splash in the cool water of the slough while searching for gems and shark teeth, starting at $7 per bag. Stop by the Gator Grill for a Snappy Meal or souvenir alligator cup.

“When you visit Sawgrass Recreation Park, be sure to call ahead and hold a space because the airboat rides are very popular and often sell out during the summer months,” Sawgrass Recreation Park CEO Christina Soverns Schwartzman said.

SUMMER SAVINGS PASS

Valid through: Aug. 31

Cost: $67.99 for adults; $56.99 for children age 3-12 (plus tax); existing passholders or members save $17

Where to purchase: summersavingspass.com and at attraction websites

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach; coxsciencecenter.org

The details: The indoor/outdoor venue offers more than 100 hands-on educational exhibits, a 10,000-gallon fresh- and salt-water aquarium, digital planetarium, conservation-themed mini-golf course and outdoor science trail. Its permanent exhibit, “Journey Through the Human Brain,” features advanced neuroscience research.

Don’t miss: Presented by Minotaur Mazes, the new exhibit, “Dinosaur Revolution,” lets kids make dinosaur tracks, examine the authenticity of a fossil in a mystery fossil dig and serve as a defense attorney for a Tyrannosaurus rex.

“Our center’s track record shows that we have a fierce love for dinosaurs and everything they’ve revealed in a 150-million-year timespan,” Arrizza said in a statement. “One of the best methods for our young visitors to learn is through role play and tactile experiences, and ‘Dinosaur Revolution’ delivers just that.”

Everglades Alligator Farm, 40351 SW 192nd Ave., Homestead;  everglades.com

The details: Located near the entrance of Everglades National Park, the farm contains more than 2,000 alligators and offers airboat tours and reptile shows.

Don’t miss: The Alligator Encounter offers the opportunity to meet, hold and feed certain gators.

“It’s a thrilling and unforgettable experience that’s perfect for anyone looking to get a deeper understanding of these incredible creatures,” said Everglades Alligator Farm CEO Matthew Thibos. “It’s important for everyone to take advantage of the Everglades in their backyards. This unique ecosystem offers incredible opportunities to connect with nature and learn about the diverse wildlife that inhabits it.”

Lion Country Safari, 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee;  lioncountrysafari.com

The details: The 4-mile, drive-through wildlife park lets visitors view the seven main habitats, which are home to herds of zebras, rhinos and giraffes as well as African lions, ostriches and chimpanzees, among other animals. The 55-acre Adventure Park has rides, animal habitats and encounters, a water park, mini golf, paddleboats, gem mining, food and shopping.

Don’t miss: Meet new babies born this spring, including a southern white rhinoceros and a white-handed gibbon.

“Also, a small addition but hugely popular, we are now serving Dole Whip at Cones Ice Cream and Snack Shop in the Adventure Park. It’s been a big hit!” said Lion Country Safari spokeswoman Haley McCann-Gonzales. “We are currently in the process of adding additional food and beverage and retail offerings next to our highly popular water park, Safari Falls. The project broke ground earlier this month and is projected to be complete before the end of summer.”

Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami;  zoomiami.org

The details: The zoo, which occupies nearly 750 acres and 4 miles of walkways, is home to more than 2,500 animals and over 750 species of trees, palms and other plants. It also offers exhibits, animal experiences, Kid Zones, rides, dining and shopping.

Don’t miss: The zoo has two sloth bear cubs that were born back in December — “the first sloth bears born at Zoo Miami since 1998,” according to the website. Additionally, this summer marks the return of the Canine Champions for Conservation dog show, which begins on Saturday, June 8, with rescue dogs showing off their talents to promote pet adoption and raise awareness about the importance of spaying and neutering.

“One of the latest news at the zoo is our two sloth bear cubs,” Zoo Miami spokeswoman Cindy Castelblanco said. “We are blessed to be able to share this vulnerable and beautiful species with our guests.”

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