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Miami: Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show, & Roundtrip Bus

1. Miami: Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show, & Roundtrip Bus

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Miami to explore the wildlife of Florida. With skip-the-ticket-line entry and a free photo of your group included, your adventure begins at Everglades Holiday Park where you'll enjoy a thrilling 45-minute airboat ride and an educational wildlife show. Let our expert guide take you on a cruise through the Everglades, where you'll witness the beauty of native wildlife in their natural habitat. Keep your eyes peeled for alligators, soft-shelled turtles, and birds as your guide shares fascinating insights about these magnificent creatures. Experience a heart-pumping wildlife show and get up close with alligators. Discover how these captivating reptiles, once on the brink of extinction, made an incredible comeback in numbers. And don't forget to snap a photo with a baby alligator at the end of the show. As the tour comes to an end, board the bus back to Miami, filled with unforgettable memories of your wildlife adventure.

Everglades National Park: Airboat Tour and Wildlife Show

2. Everglades National Park: Airboat Tour and Wildlife Show

Discover the Everglades National Park, a diverse landscape providing crucial habitats for numerous rare and endangered species. Take an airboat ride, and view alligators, turtles, and even the elusive Florida panther.  After paying the park admission fee, immerse yourself in swampland often referred to as the River of Grass. The park known as such because of the endless prairies of sawgrass that rise three to ten feet above the surface of the water. Encounter lush vegetation of the Everglades which also includes mangroves, cypress, palms, pines, and hardwood hammocks (small islands). The sawgrass is often so dense that travel is only possible through natural water passages. Ride on an airboat, which is designed to operate well in shallow water and marshlands. Propelled by an aircraft-type propeller and powered by either an aircraft or automotive engine, have a fast and fun journey. Complete your visit with a wildlife and alligator show. Get up close with these remarkable creatures in their natural habitat.

Everglades: Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

3. Everglades: Sawgrass Park Day Time Airboat Tour & Exhibits

Embark on a real adventure with an airboat tour of the Florida Everglades and entry to the alligator and reptile exhibit. Explore this fascinating natural wonder, hear the history of the Seminole people, and learn about the wildlife you sport from your captain. Board your airboat and glide out into the Everglades. As you cruise, listen to fascinating historical and ecological facts from your captain. Listen to tales of how the Native American Seminole people and panthers once coexisted in this lush wilderness. Keep an eye out for rare and endangered wildlife as you skim across the glassy water, through grassy rivers, and over the tropical marsh. After your airboat tour, head into the alligator and reptile exhibit. Get up close to a baby alligator and touch its unique skin and learn about these formidable predators.

Miami: Swim with Dolphins Experience with Seaquarium Entry

4. Miami: Swim with Dolphins Experience with Seaquarium Entry

With park admission included, feel free to explore a 38-acre tropical paradise where you can see and learn about animals like pink flamingos, bamboo sharks, turtles, dolphins, penguins, manatees, and much more. When it's time for your activity, make your way to the pool where you will gear up in a life jacket and meet the trainer, who will guide you through your interaction with the dolphin. They will give you an inspiring and educational session as well as teach you some hand signals and training techniques. Take part in a fun experience perfect for all ages as you come up close with playful dolphins to meet these fantastic animals. During your approximate 30-minute interaction, you’ll be able to share exciting interactive behaviors with your new dolphin friend, such as kisses, handshakes, rubs, or the newly learned hand signals. To end a memorable day, your experience is highlighted by an unforgettable deep-water ride with the dolphin to show you the true power of these amazing marine mammals.

Miami: Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

5. Miami: Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

Hop aboard a power catamaran and embark on a 45-minute off-shore adventure that provides an ultimate sightseeing experience in true "Miami Vice" style. Capture views of Miami and its spectacular skyline in comfort and safety, from the plush seating of a luxurious boat. Cruise along the Miami Coastline, passing by celebrities’ multi-million dollar mansions on Star Island, Fisher Island, and Miami Beach. Take some time to appreciate the Art Deco district of South Beach from the speedboat's unique perspective in the Atlantic Ocean. Cruise around on Miami's only boat that ventures into the ocean. Open 365 days a year, the speedboat departs daily from Bayside Marketplace from 11:00 AM until sunset: every hour on weekdays, and every 30 minutes on weekends and holidays.

From Miami Beach: Roundtrip Bimini Ferry and Hotel Transfers

6. From Miami Beach: Roundtrip Bimini Ferry and Hotel Transfers

Discover the closest point in the Bahamas to the mainland US on this exciting ferry day trip from Miami Beach to Bimini Island. Spend the day on the beautiful white beaches and swim in stunning turquoise waters.  Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation along Collins Avenue in Miami Beach or at a centrally-located point in Downtown Miami. Embark on an express ferry which will take you to the small tropical island of Bimini.  Have the option to purchase a pass for exciting water sports on the ferry for activities including shipwreck snorkeling, jet skiing, parasailing, or swimming at a hotel pool.  Spend the afternoon (about 6 hours) on the island and have time to relax on the beach, partake in water sports, take a ride around the island in a golf cart, or try the local restaurants and shops.  In the late afternoon, the ferry will take you back to Florida and a bus will transfer you back to your pickup point. 

Miami: Wynwood Walls Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

7. Miami: Wynwood Walls Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

Stroll the beautiful outdoor grounds of the Wynwood Walls, the mecca of street art credited with transforming Wynwood from an area of blight into one of the world’s hippest neighborhoods. Enjoy the largest collection of wide-scale murals while walking through a 75,000-square-foot landscaped campus that has become a must-see international destination. Explore more than thirty murals and sculptures from the greatest international artists, including Shepard Fairey, Kenny Scharf, Futura, Hebru Brantley, Lady Aiko, Kai, Bordalo, Greg Mike, Dasic Fernandez, Dan Kitchener, Mikael Brandrup, Milla, and many others. Visit three indoor exhibition galleries displaying new canvas works and unique sculptures from the same acclaimed artists and be inspired by the messages of hope and positivity at the Peter Tunney Experience. Last, but not least, try your hand at spray painting with a “street art experience” (check hours for availability) or check out a unique collection of merchandise collaborations with the artists at the Wynwood Walls Shop.

Miami: Frost Science Museum and Planetarium Admission Ticket

8. Miami: Frost Science Museum and Planetarium Admission Ticket

Ignite your curiosity and see the world differently at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Miami’s only planetarium, aquarium, and science museum. Immerse yourself in the world of science through live programming, animals, hands-on interactive exhibits, and cutting-edge technology. Take advantage of this architectural marvel in the heart of Downtown Miami’s waterfront. Descend the thrilling depths of the museum’s three-level aquarium, where you’ll touch a stingray and come face-to-face with hammerhead sharks. Hurtle through space in the nearly 360-degree immersive Frost Planetarium. Access over 250,000 square feet of exhibits and choose one of the following planetarium shows: Dynamic EarthExplore the inner workings of Earth's climate system in Dynamic Earth, an ultra-high resolution full-dome production narrated by actor Liam Neeson. Black Holes: The Other Side of InfinityAlso narrated by Liam Neeson, travel through other-worldly wormholes, experience the creation of the Milky Way Galaxy, and witness the violent death of a star and the subsequent birth of a black hole.

Miami: Paradox Museum Entry Ticket

9. Miami: Paradox Museum Entry Ticket

Experience the world’s largest collection of paradox-based exhibits with an entry ticket to the Paradox Museum Miami. Immerse yourself in experiential modern art, learn about the exciting science behind paradoxes, and take eye-tricking photos and videos. Check in at the museum and follow the signs through a maze of exhibits that are designed to be experienced in a one-way flow system. The typical time spent going through all of the 70 mind-bending optical illusions at the Museum is approximately 1 hour. Click pictures of illusions with marked photo points that ensure the perfect shot angle. For an educational experience about the exciting science behind paradoxes, see descriptions at each exhibit explaining “what to do” and “what’s going on.” Get more inspiring information with scannable QR codes. While defying reality, feel free to ask questions or get help taking group photos from the staff. Before returning back to reality, you can stop at the Paradox Boutique, a gift shop with a variety of games, clothing items, souvenirs, and accessories, all with a touch of paradox.

Miami: Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach

10. Miami: Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach

Discover Miami Beach on an amphibious vehicle. Tour South Beach and admire highlights, including the Art Deco district and Millionaires Row with a live guide before splashing into Biscayne Bay for views of the skyline. Explore the heart of South Beach and see Miami’s most iconic landmarks. Learn about the city with entertaining commentary from your guide. Pass through the Art Deco district of South Beach and admire the brightly colored buildings and unique architecture. Then, make a dramatic splashdown into Biscayne Bay for a unique look at the shoreline of this sparkling city. Take in the views of Fisher Island, and Millionaire's Row, and marvel at the homes of the rich and famous who call Miami home.

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We got on the boat right away! The tour was very informative & a lot of fun! At the specific location we met at, there was a gift shop and a bar to grab a bite to eat when we got off the airboat. We really enjoyed the wildlife show following the airboat ride as well. Would definitely go again!!

Adventures by land and by sea in one ride! Unique experience that was enjoyed by adults and children in the group.

We got to see several alligators, crocodile, and birds. It was a quality experience and fun for the value

Our guide was fun, funny and knowledgeable. We had a great time.

Nice zoo, over a wide area, which equal a lots of waking.