Visiting Everglades National Park

5 Easy Ways to Enjoy Exploring the Real Florida in Miami's backcountry

You don't have to be an alligator lover to enjoy Everglades National Park.

There are plenty of other elements of the park to enjoy, including biking, kayaking and easy sightseeing from your car.

There is plenty of wildlife in the Everglades besides alligators.

Birdwatchig, manatees, raccoons and even Florida panthers are all possible in Everglades National Park.

Exploration #1: Kayaking in the Everglades

Kayaking and canoeing in the Everglades is a great option in either the Flamingo or Gulf Coast parts of the park.

Exploration #2: Airboats through the Everglades

A great way for anyone to get deep into the River of Grass, authorized National Park vendors can guide you out into nature.

Exploration #3: Tram tour through Shark Valley

Take the open-air tram through Everglades National Park to watch for wildlife and hear the history.

Exploration #4: Trails and Boardwalks

Everglades National Park is awesome to explore on foot, with hiking trails and boardwalks leading through the wild backcountry.

Exploration #5: Combo-tour Trip into Everglades National Park

Combine car sightseeing with a guided tour for the best wildlife and landscapes

However you visit Everglades National Park, you'll love it.

Do a day trip from Miami or Naples, or spend a day in each of the three areas.

Get all the information to plan a visit to Everglades National Park.

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