Venture into the Everglades on These Day Trips!

If you’re searching for things to do in Fort Myers, you can’t miss out on exploring the Everglades! This incredible section of Florida is home to some of the most fascinating nature you’ll ever see, and we’re very lucky to have it in our own backyard. There are a few different ways you can explore the Everglades, so you can customize your journey to your liking. Here are a few of our favorite Fort Myers Everglades tours.

About the Everglades

The largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, the Everglades are known for its unparalleled beauty and the mysterious plant and animal species that call the area home. The Everglades have been recognized as a World Heritage Site, a Wetland of International Important, and other titles from around the world. Several companies in the area offer Everglades walking and hiking tours, putting you with an experienced guide to explore all that this unbelievable site has to offer.

Eco Safari

Everglades Day Safari offers an awesome day-long eco-safari through the Everglades. This certified Everglades eco-tour is led by an experienced biologist who can educate you on the four main ecosystems: sawgrass prairies, mangrove forests, cypress swamps, and pine savannahs.

You’ll take an unbelievable airboat tour, experience nature walk through the ancient cypress, embark on a wildlife drive through Big Cypress National Preserve, and so much more! Every tour is private, so you’ll just get to bond with your loved ones and make friends with your guide.

The Everglades Day Safari begins at $900 for a full-day private tour with 4 people. Additional guests cost $225 per person. 

Lovers Key Guided Kayak Tour

One of the most exciting outdoor activities in Fort Myers is the Lovers Key Guided Kayak Tour. You’ll be led by master naturalist guide Stephen as you’re taken through the mangrove canopied estuary, where you can find unique and gorgeous flora and fauna.

Expect to see birds, dolphins, manatees, and more as you head to Lovers Key aboard your kayak. Once you get there, you’ll have the chance to play on the beach or hike the nature trails. This experience lasts about 2 hours, perfect for fitting into any itinerary.

The Lovers Key Guided Kayak Tour starts at $66.67 per person.

Everglades Adventure

Everglades Adventure has been offering Everglades tours in Fort Myers since 1996, remaining a favorite of locals and visitors alike. The tours here are hands-on and give you insight into both the history and nature to be found in the Everglades.

Your tour will last about 8 hours, though you can request a half-day tour as well. You’ll get to experience an exhilarating airboat ride, a unique swamp buggy ride, and a fascinating nature drive. The tour level is considered “easy,” so the entire family can join in. There’s never been a better or more in-depth way to see your way through the Everglades! 

Full-day tours cost $140 per adult and $95 per child, while half-day tours cost $100 per adult and $85 per child.

Everglades Excursion

Everglades Excursion offers both half-day and full-day Everglades tours that let you and your family explore the region like never before. The company has been operating since 1994 and has taken countless guests on unforgettable adventures through the beauty of the Everglades.

On your tour, you’ll get to take an authentic airboat ride through the Everglades and through the Gulf’s backwaters. Your experienced guide will show you through mangrove tunnels and old Indian trails, informing you about the history and wildlife you see along the way. If you opt for the full-day tour, you’ll also get lunch at a local restaurant and a boat tour through the 10,000 Islands!

Half-day Everglades Tours start at $99 per person, while full-day excursions start at $147 per person.

Taking an Everglades tour in Fort Myers is one of the best ways to get your family out in nature and learn more about the beautiful surroundings of the area. Even if someone in your group considers themselves an “indoors person,” we bet they’ll have an incredible time!