ABOUT EVERGLADES HOLIDAY PARK
The Best Everglades Boat Tours & Rides!
OUR STORY
HOW THE PARK BEGAN
One day in 1982, George M. Bridges left his tobacco farm behind and headed towards something unprecedented and exciting. George had a background in construction–using that knowledge, he built his first-ever airboat in his backyard. The humble beginnings of Everglades Holiday Park were somewhat scary and entirely intimidating at the time, considering that George had to put a mortgage on his home to get the airboat built, but the gamble didn’t leave George any less determined. It wasn’t long before he realized he was on the path to something extraordinary.
Several decades and several airboats later, we have the modern-day Everglades Holiday Park. Today, the park is known as a premier attraction park situated in South Florida and serves as a gateway to the state’s popular attraction, the Everglades, as well as all the fantastic wildlife.
AIRBOAT TOURS,
LIVE GATOR SHOWS, & ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
We offer airboat tours because learning doesn’t have to be boring. There is so much to learn about the Everglades, such as the history, the wildlife, ongoing conservation, and more that it’s nearly impossible to catch it all in one visit! Visitors who see for themselves what it’s like to explore the ecosystem are always eager to come back for more.
The tours are entertaining and educational. The rides through the Everglades are an experience unlike anything else. An airboat tour typically consists of a *60-minute long, intimate look at one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. You’ll experience subtropical vegetation and spot wild animals such as alligators and rare birds. It’s an immersive experience from the comfort of a shady airboat.
SOUVENIR & GIFT SHOP
We believe everyone should be able to think back and reflect on their exciting day at our park for many years to come—we have a souvenir and gift shop that’s fully stocked with many types of collectibles, clothing, memories, and much more that you can take home with you to remember your fun-filled day. From t-shirts that flaunt the beauty of the Everglades to posters of our famous Gator Boys in our gator pit, there’s a must-have gift, memento, or token for everybody who visits the park.
GENERAL STORE
BAIT & TACKLE
Seeking some sunscreen? Want some ear protectors? Whatever you need, our General Store has you covered. Our fully stocked General Store offers a wide variety of must-have goodies and Everglades necessities, from water, soda, and snacks to bait, beer, and sunscreen. We’ve got everything you’ll need to outfit your exciting day in the Everglades, no matter what type of enjoyable and one-of-a-kind activities and adventures that might include. Leave the last-minute necessities to us—one quick stop by the General Store will ensure you’re equipped for your fun-filled day.
We are equipped with boat and gear rentals, artificial & live bait, and everything else you need for catching largemouth bass, peacock bass, catfish and many other varieties of fish.
You can fish 24 hours a day
With access to a boat ramp right at the park, locals and tourists can fish 24 hours a day.
FULL-SERVICE CAFE & DELI
Hungry from an extremely fun-filled day of adventure? We figured. Our full-service café and deli are here to help with those stomach grumbles. Dine on delicious daily specials that will make your mouth water or opt for a taste of local cuisine with fun, exotic flavors like frog legs and alligator bites. The best part about our café and deli? There’s a little something for everyone—no matter what your taste buds prefer. Stock up on snacks, fill your stomach, and get ready to explore everything the Everglades has to offer.
WORLD-FAMOUS
FRESHWATER FISHING FROM OUR EVERGLADES BOAT RENTALS
Did you know that the Florida Everglades is well-known for more than just our top-notch airboat tours? It’s true—the Everglades is a famous spot for anglers of all experience levels! At the park, we’re thrilled to welcome amateurs and experts alike who are ready to fish the ‘Glades from one of our 14-foot aluminum jon boats. Head out into the Everglades for your own adventure or charter a private, professionally guided fishing tour!
A HUB FOR FISHING ENTHUSIASTS
We are fully equipped with 14-foot aluminum jon boats that are powered by 9.9 HP Yamaha engines, and we also have fishing gear, bait & tackle, and it’s all available to you! We’ve got everything you’ll need for catching largemouth bass, peacock bass, catfish, and so many other types of fish here in the Florida Everglades!
PARK HOURS OF OPERATION
AIRBOAT TOURS & GATOR SHOWS
Open Hours
We open at 9:00 AM and our last tour of the day goes out at 4:00 PM sharp. Please arrive at the park no later than 3:30 PM to receive the full tour experience.
TOUR LENGTH
60-minutes in length, departing every 20 minutes or less
JON BOAT RENTALS
Open Hours
7 days a week, available at first safe light until 4:00 PM
GENERAL STORE, BAIT & TACKLE SHOP
Open Hours
7 days a week, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
PRICING INFO
NOTE: After your online purchase, when you arrive at the park, you must present the credit card that matches the last 4 digits of the card that was used in the online ticket purchase transaction(s) and matching driver’s license.
Airboat Tour, Gator Show, & 1 free group photo per party
ADULTS (12 YEARS AND OLDER)
$39.99 Plus tax and applicable FareHarbor booking process fee.
CHILDREN (3-11 YEARS OLD)
$27.99 Plus tax and applicable FareHarbor booking process fee.
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
CHILDREN & ADULTS
$45 Plus tax and applicable FareHarbor booking process fee.
JON BOAT RENTALS
5 HOUR MINIMUM (MON-FRI)
$150.00 plus tax & $35 for each additional hour
8 HOUR MINIMUM (WEEKEND & HOLIDAYS)
$200.00 plus tax & $35 for each additional hour
MAP OF
OUR EVERGLADES LOCATION
Ready to map out your adventure at our park? Take a look at our Everglades Holiday Park Map and start planning your visit. Feel free to download the PDF version below to get a closer look at the site map.
VISIT OUR PHOTO & VIDEO GALLERY
Check out our gallery of pictures and videos so you can see exactly what to expect when you embark on an amazing Everglades airboat adventure here at Everglades Holiday Park!
FAQ
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
We’re here to answer anything and everything—all you have to do is ask. First, check out our FAQ section where we dive into some of the most commonly asked questions about our park.
ABOUT EVERGLADES AIRBOAT TOURS – A FAMILY FUN ADVENTURE: AIRBOAT RIDES AND LIVE GATOR SHOWS
Centrally located on Griffin Rd. in Fort Lauderdale, Everglades Holiday Park is a family-fun entertainment destination, offering everything from guided Everglades boat tours and live alligator presentations to food, souvenirs, and freshwater fishing. We cater to families, individuals, educators, corporations, and anyone looking to experience the magic and wonders of our state’s most exciting natural resource. We encourage visitors to enjoy the pristine Everglades ecosystem while learning about important preservation efforts during their Everglades excursion.
The Bridges family continues to own Everglades Holiday Park, which they do with pride. We’re proud to welcome you to our park, hosting airboat rides, the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue, wildlife encounters, and so many fun memories for you and your family!
RENOVATIONS AND EXPANSION
In 2022, Everglades Holiday Park unveiled our major renovation project worth $16 million dollars. These expansions include a recreational park ground and picnic areas and more boat ramps so that a fisherman can bring his own airboat without causing congestion throughout the whole park. Public boat ramps are available off-site, but our own park was in need of a little update.
WILDLIFE IN THE EVERGLADES
We are all about excitement, adventure, education, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences—that’s why we offer the best Everglades airboat tours, LIVE gator shows, and up close and personal Animal Encounters with some of the most interesting creatures! We’re proud to serve families, individuals, groups, educators, corporations, and anyone looking to uncover the thrilling magic of South Florida’s most unique habitat, the Everglades!
LIVE ALLIGATOR SHOWS
We are partnered with the Gator Boys, a team you might have seen on their hit show on Animal Planet. Our alligator sanctuary is one of Florida’s top attractions!
These gators are taken from the residential areas surrounding the Everglades. If the Gator Boys didn’t rescue nuisance alligators for these shows, they would be euthanized and harvested for their meat and hides.
WORLD RENOWNED FRESHWATER FISHING
The Florida Everglades is revered for its fishing. At Everglades Holiday Park, experts and amateurs alike can enjoy fishing the ‘glades’ from a Jon boat, the dock or as part of a professionally guided Everglades airboat tour. We are equipped with boat and gear rentals, bait and fishing licenses, and everything else you need for catching largemouth bass, peacock bass, catfish, and more. With access to a boat ramp right at the park, locals and tourists can fish 24 hours a day.
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
What is it about Everglades Holiday Park that differentiates us from the rest? We pride ourselves on giving visitors a fun, one-of-a-kind experience and we treat our customers as we would our family members. Connecting people to the magic that is the Everglades and its inhabitants- that’s what our park and Everglades tours is all about, and that’s what we do every day. At Everglades Holiday Park, we don’t stop at providing exciting Miami airboat tours and gator shows. Instead, we create an experience you’ll treasure for years. To us, it’s just good business, but to you, it’s building memories with your family and friends that will last a lifetime. With the knowledge and expertise to show you the simplest plant to the most interesting wildlife in the Everglades, our team exceeds expectations every time.
A TEAM ENVIRONMENT AT EVERGLADES HOLIDAY PARK
Truly, our staff is what makes Everglades Holiday Park, and our Everglades National Park airboat tours the best (We operate just outside of the national park boundary). We like being highly rated, but it’s our team that put us here. They are an extraordinary group of people, experts, professionals and animal lovers with a work effort defined by integrity and passion that keeps us busy and our visitors happy. We’ve learned the art of bringing the best to our customers by working together and we over deliver every time.
We welcome you to experience the adventure that is Everglades Holiday Park. There’s only one Everglades and only one way to see it!
READY FOR YOUR EVERGLADES ADVENTURE?
Animal Encounters & Everglades VIP Tour Pick-up service:
Open 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM daily. Park hours are subject to unpredictable weather.
Park Info:
Open 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM daily. Park hours are subject to unpredictable weather.
BAIT & TACKLE AND GENERAL STORE HOURS:
7 Days a week: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Eastern Time
AIRBOAT TOURS & GATOR SHOW HOURS:
7 Days a Week: We open at 9:00 AM Eastern Time (rain or shine). *Tours are approximately 60-minutes long. Our last airboat tour departs promptly at 4:00 PM Eastern Time SHARP! Please arrive no later than 3:30 PM to receive the full tour experience.
PARK PRICING:
**All prices are subject to change without notice at our discretion. Please call our office directly for the most up-to-date pricing information.
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