--- title: Sawgrass Park Everglades Airboat Tours slug: everglades-tour-weston type: attraction sub_type: sightseeing source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/everglades-tour-weston city: Fort Lauderdale state: FL country: US address: 1006 North US Highway 27 geo: lat: 26.17688 lng: -80.44749 duration: up to 1 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:13:43.859Z price_from: amount: 26 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4 count: 3230 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Sawgrass Airboat Tour & Exhibit Admission price: 26 regular_price: 28.95 savings: 2.95 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 - name: Infant (0-3 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 3 - name: Gator Nights Everglades Airboat Aventure price: 41 regular_price: 45 savings: 4 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 - name: Infant (0-3 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 3 --- ## Overview Sawgrass Recreation Park’s Everglades airboat tours in Weston, Florida, offer exciting daytime and nighttime adventures to experience local wildlife, including alligators and Florida panthers, alongside animal exhibits featuring more than 100 rescued creatures. ## What's Included - Everglades airboat tour led by a highly trained and experienced captain - Ear protection for all guests - Access to animal exhibit areas featuring over 100 rescued animals ## What's Not Included - Not explicitly listed ## Ticket Options - **Sawgrass Airboat Tour & Exhibit Admission** — $26.00 (regularly $28.95, save $2.95) Glide through the Everglades on a 40-minute airboat ride, then meet rescued gators, tortoises, and iguanas in the reptile sanctuary. Includes complimentary parking, exhibit access, ear protection, and all-day fun for nature lovers of all ages. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) - Infant (0-3 yrs) - **Gator Nights Everglades Airboat Aventure** — $41.00 (regularly $45.00, save $4.00) Set out on a thrilling 60-minute nighttime airboat tour to spot alligators and nocturnal wildlife by flashlight. Includes daytime exhibit admission, free parking, ear protection, and a chance to explore the Everglades after dark. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) - Infant (0-3 yrs) ## Good to Know * Experience speeds up to 40 mph. * View local Florida wildlife, including alligators. * Enjoy intriguing animal exhibits. * Day and nighttime tours available. * Night tours are 60 min, and day tours are 30 min. * Ear protection provided. * Children are allowed on board the airboats; accompanied by an adult. * Children ages 6 and under are required to wear a life jacket for safety. * The park is open daily except for Thanksgiving and Christmas, or pending inclement weather. * Tours begin after 9:00 AM daily. Once checked in, tours depart every 30 minutes or less. * Guests planning a 5:00 PM tour should arrive between 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM to allow time to explore the exhibit areas before boarding. * Boats fit approximately 15 to 25 people. Some boats for private tours fit 20+. * Airboats will be loaded to every other row to promote distancing. * Pregnant women may participate; boat rides are smooth without unexpected dips. * Limited accessibility for individuals with mobility issues; assistance to board may be required. * Children under 6 are free of charge. * Ear protection provided, though noise may be discomforting to some children. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### When are tours available? Boats for the Everglades Tour leave every 20 minutes starting at 9:30am and stopping at 3:30pm. ### What do we see on the boat ride? While animal sightings are never guaranteed to protect the habitats and safety of the wild animals, guests may see alligators, birds, fish, and turtles while learning about the Everglades. ### How many people can fit on a boat at one time? We fit approximately 15 to 25 people per boat. We do have boats that fit 20+ people for private tours or adventures. Airboatss will be loaded to every other row to promote distancing. ### Are there any age restrictions for the Everglades Tour? No. Children of all ages are welcome on the boat tour. Pleased be advised that the airboats create great noise and while ear protection is provided to all tour guests, some children find the noise quite discomforting. All children under the age of 6 must wear lifejackets while on the boat tour. If you wish your child over the age of 6 to wear a life jacket, that can be arranged as well. Children under the age of 6 are free of charge. ### What health restrictions are in place for the tour? Pregnant women are allowed to go on the tour, if they choose to. The boat rides are smooth and do not have unexpected dips or bumps. Boats have limited accessibility for individuals with mobility issues. If individuals are able to have a family member or friend lift you into the boat, or comfortable taking a step into and out of the boat, they will be able to participate in the boat ride. ## Reviews > The tour had a nice mix of excitement with the airboat ride and educational commentary. We saw several alligators and other birds. The captain was knowledgeable and friendly. Overall a fun experience, especially for the kids. > — Sarah M., May 2026 > UNDERWHELMING > — Pathfinder586411, May 11, 2026