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Excellent tour! This is a really nice tour. We started by walking around a couple of hours, then drove a few minutes to the airboats and the airboat tour part took a bit more than an hour.
The walking was really great since we could stop whenever we wanted. We saw plenty of birds and lots of alligators (both grown ups and babies.) Our guide - Tammy - was really good - pointing out things we would have missed and answering all... read moreThis is a really nice tour. We started by walking around a couple of hours, then drove a few minutes to the airboats and the airboat tour part took a bit more than an hour.
The walking was really great since we could stop whenever we wanted. We saw plenty of birds and lots of alligators (both grown ups and babies.) Our guide - Tammy - was really good - pointing out things we would have missed and answering all questions. The airboat tour was also very interesting: the airboat driver was a real pro - handling the boat expertly. This part of the tour showed a completely different face of Everglades.
The previous day we went to the Shark Valley Tram tour - it is also nice, but it is kind of an overview while this tour more in depth and offers substantially more opportunities to really look at things.
We can highly recommend this tour. read lessLaszlo Z4/12/2023 -
Lots of gators! Our guide Lindsey was amazing. Took a walk saw baby gators, birds, big gators. Fan boat was my dream. Two adults and a kid, we had a blast! Learned a lot talking to the locals who drove the fan boat. They have a big gator that lives near by he called over to come say hi! Must do experience.
Capy234/11/2023 -
Amazing trip to the Everglades A Fantastic informative experience led by Ryan, who had incredible knowledge of the biology and history of the Everglades. We were picked up in a comfortable van and driven out to the Everglades where we went on a Air Boat, saw lots of birds species and alligators. After we were driven to, and around, Everglades City and then, after a delicious light lunch, on a boat trip amongst the Mangrove Islands by a local man whose family had lived on... read moreA Fantastic informative experience led by Ryan, who had incredible knowledge of the biology and history of the Everglades. We were picked up in a comfortable van and driven out to the Everglades where we went on a Air Boat, saw lots of birds species and alligators. After we were driven to, and around, Everglades City and then, after a delicious light lunch, on a boat trip amongst the Mangrove Islands by a local man whose family had lived on the islands until the 1970’s. We were lucky to see manatees. Some saw dolphins too. Then we went on an hours nature walk to see the abundant plant species and visited a photo gallery. It was truly an amazing trip. read less
kimberlywB754ZE4/11/2023 -
Highly Recommend this tour combo This was a great tour but most of the thanks goes to the terrific guides we had. Zack was our nature tour guide. His love for nature rubbed off on the entire group. We learned so much about the Everglades and every animal and insect we saw. Zack was never without an interesting fact and always excited with what was around the corner.
Our air boat guide was just as great. He also shared a ton of knowledge and knew how... read moreThis was a great tour but most of the thanks goes to the terrific guides we had. Zack was our nature tour guide. His love for nature rubbed off on the entire group. We learned so much about the Everglades and every animal and insect we saw. Zack was never without an interesting fact and always excited with what was around the corner.
Our air boat guide was just as great. He also shared a ton of knowledge and knew how to interact with the gators we saw. It was crazy! It was a very enjoyable morning. read lessdmhart134/10/2023 -
Amazing staff at wild lime. We were picked up by a driver in the morning and driven to the Everglades. That in itself was quite a trip! Our tour guide for the day was Lindsay and that’s really what I want to talk about! She was friendly from the beginning and within an hour, she had all 17 of our names, memorized, I loved how she included the young children in our walk asking them questions. She was knowledgeable and obviously loves what she is... read moreWe were picked up by a driver in the morning and driven to the Everglades. That in itself was quite a trip! Our tour guide for the day was Lindsay and that’s really what I want to talk about! She was friendly from the beginning and within an hour, she had all 17 of our names, memorized, I loved how she included the young children in our walk asking them questions. She was knowledgeable and obviously loves what she is doing. We also appreciated then, and the speediness of his replies to our questions. We will definitely consider going again if we make it back to Florida. read less
BoardingPass7255564/03/2023 -
Everglades walk and airboat ride Tour guide, Lindsay was knowledgeable and easy to learn from. In the Everglades, with so many birds, and quite a few crocodiles on our walk. The boat ride also enabled us to go out and see a number of birds that we otherwise would not have been able to see.
I was also impressed that our guide Lindsay learned everybody’s name in our group the first time around and addressed people by name.D1747VTmartym4/03/2023 -
GREAT tour in the park! We only had time for one “adventure” in Everglades NP. I’m so glad we chose this! Our pick up was at the Miccosukee General Store and since the van was full we followed the Lime van into the the NP. Honestly at first I thought that was weird but it worked out FINE! We all parked a few minutes away at the Visitor’s Center (there are bathrooms and water here) then did the walking portion of our tour.... read moreWe only had time for one “adventure” in Everglades NP. I’m so glad we chose this! Our pick up was at the Miccosukee General Store and since the van was full we followed the Lime van into the the NP. Honestly at first I thought that was weird but it worked out FINE! We all parked a few minutes away at the Visitor’s Center (there are bathrooms and water here) then did the walking portion of our tour. We saw a ton of different birds, turtles, a snake, and several alligators PLUS 4 separate clutches of baby gators along the way. Stacy, our guide, was the perfect mix of knowledge and heart to share the history, ecology, terrain, flora - I could go on and on. She was wonderfully sweet, genuine and so knowledgeable. Then we drove back out and across the street to the boat launch. Our captain, Elvis, was so nice. The boat ride was spectacular! We all loved being the only boat out there. Zipping along watching the birds take flight was so cool! The tree island was a neat stop and more gators! We would definitely recommend this tour!! We had 2 HS seniors with us but there were 4 school age children in our group and they also seemed highly entertained. read less
adventureamy13/30/2023 -
what a great day with Ben! What a great trip! I should begin by saying that chose this trip because it actually goes into Everglades National Park, as opposed to many that provide an airboat ride but do not go into the park itself. We're so glad that we had the chance to explore a bit of the NP, in addition to the requisite - and oh, so fun - air boat ride.
Lindsey picked us up at our hotel right on time, and the she handed... read moreWhat a great trip! I should begin by saying that chose this trip because it actually goes into Everglades National Park, as opposed to many that provide an airboat ride but do not go into the park itself. We're so glad that we had the chance to explore a bit of the NP, in addition to the requisite - and oh, so fun - air boat ride.
Lindsey picked us up at our hotel right on time, and the she handed us off to Ben, one of the company's owners, who was knowledgeable, funny, accommodating, and made sure that everyone - from our oldest companions to the children on the trip - had a great time. We saw lots of alligators, including one that just quietly swam by us at fairly close proximity, and Ben provided us with great information, as well as making sure that we stayed safe throughout. He was also full of information about the other glorious wildlife in Everglades NP, both plants and animals. We then drove to the airboat launch, and met Elvis, our airboat guide. Elvis knew exactly where to find the alligators out in the "river of grass", and then we were treated to a visit to former island settlement inhabited by a local Native American tribe. The Native women sold their delicious frybread for $10 - and it was spectacular.
We did the half day tour, and just about everyone konked out on the way home in the van we covered a lot of ground! And we were so happy to have chosen Wild Lime with whom to explore the Everglades! read lesswepd3/22/2023 -
Serious Wildlife Education in the Everglades--great for a family We did a full day private (to accommodate some 80-year-olds needing frequent rests and bathroom breaks--as well as some 20-year-olds) family tour with Zac. The entire experience was terrific. From booking through the end of the day, everything was well-organized and clear. Zac was extremely knowledgeable and patient and had a wealth of information about birds as well as other wildlife, fauna, and history. The boat rides were nice and the boat driver, although he told a few falsehoods, was... read moreWe did a full day private (to accommodate some 80-year-olds needing frequent rests and bathroom breaks--as well as some 20-year-olds) family tour with Zac. The entire experience was terrific. From booking through the end of the day, everything was well-organized and clear. Zac was extremely knowledgeable and patient and had a wealth of information about birds as well as other wildlife, fauna, and history. The boat rides were nice and the boat driver, although he told a few falsehoods, was also a great guide. The food was good and the transportation was comfortable. Everyone in our party of 6--spanning 3 generations learned a lot, felt well taken care of, and enjoyed themselves. Would highly recommend. We felt so lucky to spend the day with Zac. read less
LSMChina3/17/2023 -
Zack very knowledgeable Zack is extremely knowledgeable. His plant and animal identification is top notch and it is pleasant to see someone that is very passionate about nature. The wet walk was my favorite part. The other contractors that led the boat rides were okay, but it would have been nice if they could have talked about their particular environment in detail such as the mangroves or watery areas of the everglades.
ottomaticpumpkin3/17/2023 -
Well thought out tour, exceptional guide, Wild Lime adventures highly recommended Really packed itinerary covering the Everglades and also hitting the gulf of Mexico through the boat trip. Zac has an amazing knowledge of wildlife and eco system around the Everglades, absolute font of knowledge and passionate on his subject. Tour was exceptional and I would highly recommend Wild lime adventures to use for your tour
Miles O3/15/2023 -
Fantastic Day in the Everglades The whole day was fantastic. We were met at our hotel on Miami Beach by Ryan and drove to the Everglades. Ryan’s knowledge and enthusiasm were excellent. He led the nature walk and pointed out lots of wildlife and plant life. The boat ride around the mangroves near Everglades City was a definite highlight. So beautiful and so many birds to see. Corey, our boat captain was great ..very funny and extremely knowledgeable. Lunch was lovely, sat on the dockside... read moreThe whole day was fantastic. We were met at our hotel on Miami Beach by Ryan and drove to the Everglades. Ryan’s knowledge and enthusiasm were excellent. He led the nature walk and pointed out lots of wildlife and plant life. The boat ride around the mangroves near Everglades City was a definite highlight. So beautiful and so many birds to see. Corey, our boat captain was great ..very funny and extremely knowledgeable. Lunch was lovely, sat on the dockside overlooking the water. Amazing to have crossed the State and be sitting virtually on the Gulf Coast.
The Airboat ride was very enjoyable and interesting. We stopped at a former native Indian village and bought souvenirs.
We were very impressed with the amount of Alligators and bird life we saw.
Overall a very successful day, very easy logistics, picked up and returned to our hotel.
We couldn’t have asked for more from our guide. He clearly loves his job.
We would all recommend Wild Lime Adventures read lessKaren L3/14/2023 -
A smile of contentment and satisfaction Amidst the dearth of positive customer service experiences during my trip to the Miami area, Wild Lime Adventures was a shining oasis of happiness. The guides Lindsay and Ryan were not only knowledgeable about the natural and cultural aspects surrounding the Everglades, they had superb conversational skills, the ability to field all sorts of questions, and a wit to augment it all. Ben made sure to follow-up with me for all of my necessary information to be sure that all... read moreAmidst the dearth of positive customer service experiences during my trip to the Miami area, Wild Lime Adventures was a shining oasis of happiness. The guides Lindsay and Ryan were not only knowledgeable about the natural and cultural aspects surrounding the Everglades, they had superb conversational skills, the ability to field all sorts of questions, and a wit to augment it all. Ben made sure to follow-up with me for all of my necessary information to be sure that all of my logistical needs were met. It might sound simple, or I might sound overly effusive, but that's the magic of receiving great customer service. Companies that provide fantastic experiences make it look easy by communicating well and meeting all of your needs before you knew you had those needs.
I will look for a chance to reconnect with Wild Lime when I'm next in Miami for an experience that respects the environment, respects the culture, and respects my intelligence by delivering a tour that appeals to the highest common denominator. It's hard to put my satisfaction any better since in my head are the negatives that I didn't have to deal with and the visions of unappetizing carnival fare. It was hard to imagine an ideal experience until I had it. I recommend that you try it too. read lessJason M3/12/2023 -
The real Magic Kingdom is in South Florida I had to limit this to 5 star, otherwise Wild Lime and team would easily garner a 10 star rating for facilitating such an incredible tour. We did the full day trip with Stacy, and started with a wonderful airboat ride through the glades; seeing a number of gators, birds, and turtles while hearing the history of the region and the local Miccosukee Indians. From there we continued down the road to the 10,000 island area on the coast where... read moreI had to limit this to 5 star, otherwise Wild Lime and team would easily garner a 10 star rating for facilitating such an incredible tour. We did the full day trip with Stacy, and started with a wonderful airboat ride through the glades; seeing a number of gators, birds, and turtles while hearing the history of the region and the local Miccosukee Indians. From there we continued down the road to the 10,000 island area on the coast where we had a great bbq lunch before hopping on a boat to see dolphins (and a baby dolphin!!), all kinds of fish, bald eagles, osprey, etc. - if it lives in south Florida we pretty much saw it all! We made a few more stops on the way back to do a nature walk and see some incredible local art.
There are three overriding takeaways from our trip: 1) Stacy and the Wild Lime crew are amazing - from booking to the expert content on the tour - top notch; 2) the history of south Florida, and the glades in particular, is fascinating and should be experienced with someone who knows what they’re talking about; and 3) several days later, I’m still surprised at the diversity of wildlife that we saw during the day - we would not have seen, or been able to identify, a fraction of the plants and animals that we came across.
Would highly recommend, and we can’t wait to try one of the other tours! read lessD9106FNadamb3/12/2023 -
Everglades all day trip Stacy was an excellent guide and explained the history of the everglades, the tribes and local stories. Our boat guides through the everglades and to 10,000 mile Island were also very good. We saw a lot of alligators (including babies), many birds, turtles, snakes and dolphins. Really exciting trip and definitely worth every penny!
Kanitta13/08/2023 -
You will NOT regret this! I would HIGHLY recommend this tour - I learned SO much from Ryan and have a greater appreciation for the Everglades than I would have if I didn't. Got to see plenty of alligators, went to Big Cypress, Smallwood and Chekoloskee (sp?) - the boat trip with Smallwod was INCREDIBLE and we saw dolphins that swam alongside us :). The whole thing was perfect and I am SO thankful that I did this tour - 6 out of 5 STARS!
809zoem3/08/2023 -
Great Tour! This trip was just so much fun and so informative. Stacey was our guide and she made the trip so special for us. We learned so many things about the Everglades from her as well as from Elvis and Tristan. Lunch was great and lots of opportunities to share. If you’re in this area and want a day filled with interesting information, this is the tour for you.
marcia04273/08/2023 -
Walking tour and airboat ride in the Everglades Our tour guide for the walking tour, Zac has a great knowledge of animal and plant species, I learned a lot from him! He gave lots of interesting explanations about the different habitats of the Everglades. The tour was not too exhausting, family friendly, but rich in species, and we even got refreshments. Our Miccosukee tour guide for the airboat ride was also great, and the native tribe seems to do an excellent work conserving the natural habitats.
Kinga K3/06/2023 -
Expert guides and beautiful scenery Such a unique and special experience. Zach was so knowledgeable about local flora and fauna and his excitement was contagious. The pickup and drop off from our Airbnb was especially helpful since we were traveling without a car. We’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Q4901HEjessicar3/01/2023 -
Great walk and boat ride in nature with a very knowledgeable guide for all the family We had a fantastic day with Ben our guide. We saw all the animals there are to see in Shark Valley on our guided walk and had a cool boat ride after. He kept us in snacks and cold drinks and was very nice guy. Age 6-45 loved it.
Rob-H-UK2/27/2023 -
Kudos to Zac for a great day! Zak was a great guide. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and kind. The boat trip and air boat ride were fun for all of us: grandparents, mom, 13 year old boy and 10 year old girl. We all loved seeing the dolphins! The boardwalk hike was very informative, lots of info about local birds. We ran late due to traffic problems but Zak made sure we made our dinner reservation on time. All-in-all highly recommended!
mkareldirks2/25/2023 -
Great experience! Mike was our guide and he was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, kind, and took care of everyone on the tour. The boat ride was also great, we got to see lots of wild life. I am so glad I was able to share this experience with My family from Italy. Mike had drinks, snacks and gifted us with a water bottle memento. He also gave us great advice on places to see and restaurants in Key West, which was one of... read moreMike was our guide and he was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, kind, and took care of everyone on the tour. The boat ride was also great, we got to see lots of wild life. I am so glad I was able to share this experience with My family from Italy. Mike had drinks, snacks and gifted us with a water bottle memento. He also gave us great advice on places to see and restaurants in Key West, which was one of our destinations during our Florida trip.
I highly recommend this tour! read lessDaydream131192/25/2023 -
Had such a great time that I went twice! I don’t normally write reviews but I had an absolutely fantastic time with Wild Lime Adventures, both on this full-day tour and their half-day tour. I am a wildlife biologist and a hobby wildlife photographer and I learned a lot about the Everglades and its wildlife from Zac and Stacey. We saw a plethora of wildlife—dolphins, snakes, alligators, dragonflies, butterflies, and many different bird species (including Roseate Spoonbills, Wood Storks, and Limpkins!). In addition to spotting wildlife, I really enjoyed... read moreI don’t normally write reviews but I had an absolutely fantastic time with Wild Lime Adventures, both on this full-day tour and their half-day tour. I am a wildlife biologist and a hobby wildlife photographer and I learned a lot about the Everglades and its wildlife from Zac and Stacey. We saw a plethora of wildlife—dolphins, snakes, alligators, dragonflies, butterflies, and many different bird species (including Roseate Spoonbills, Wood Storks, and Limpkins!). In addition to spotting wildlife, I really enjoyed and appreciated how Stacey and Zac relayed the history of the Everglades in the context of US history, particularly regarding the Miccosukee tribe. They were both extremely knowledgeable about plants and wildlife as well as the natural and social history of the Everglades. Air boat rides in the sawgrass marsh, motorboat rides on the coast, and walks through the cypress prairie and shark valley, a delicious lunch (full-day tour), and I even came away with a number of wildlife photos I was quite happy with! Very highly recommend this company! read less
Kristin J2/24/2023 -
Superior Tour - Saw Dolphins and Alligators! Our guide Ryan was fantastic! He picked up our family and all our luggage at the cruise ship terminal right on time and then started us out with a very informative tour of Miami before heading to the Everglades. My two girls were absolutely thrilled to see dolphins swim behind our boat on the boat cruise and to see alligators on the air boat tour!
BNEickhoff832/24/2023 -
Everglades Experience Our all day tour in the Everglades was a fantastic experience. Lindsey , our guide, was knowledgeable, engaging, and an excellent guide throughout the day. From alligators, dolphins, exotic birds to exhilarating boat rides, it was the highlight of our vacation.
We’d recommend Wild Lime Adventures, and ask for Lindsey, to anyone wishing to experience Florida’s Everglades.jimsA662DD2/24/2023 -
Walking and Air boating in the Everglades. It was a great experience. Our tour guide Ryan was very knowledgeable. He knew the history of the area, water birds, turtles and habitat Our walk was in the Everglades National Park and we saw alligators, many different birds. One mama alligator had her babies riding on her. Next up was our air boat ride and our captain was Elvis. He did a great job of scouting sunning gators and getting our boat... read moreIt was a great experience. Our tour guide Ryan was very knowledgeable. He knew the history of the area, water birds, turtles and habitat Our walk was in the Everglades National Park and we saw alligators, many different birds. One mama alligator had her babies riding on her. Next up was our air boat ride and our captain was Elvis. He did a great job of scouting sunning gators and getting our boat safely close for pictures and viewing. read less
carolbI8782PD2/21/2023 -
Amazing trip. The trip is well prepared and the staff knows what they are doing. Sandy, our tour guide, knows a lot about the area, the birds and the trees, and is happy to answer all the questions. I loved both of the boat trips. All the staff that is involved in the trip, wants to give you the best time.
naomipR568QC2/21/2023 -
Incredible Experience After researching scores of tour companies in the Miami area, i am so happy we found Wild Lime. Stacey worked with us from the very beginning to craft a private tour that had exactly what we wanted - a wet walk, air boat, and dry hike. The wet walk wasn’t on our list, but I am so glad she suggested it, because it was the highlight. We also learned a lot about the Native Americans who call the... read moreAfter researching scores of tour companies in the Miami area, i am so happy we found Wild Lime. Stacey worked with us from the very beginning to craft a private tour that had exactly what we wanted - a wet walk, air boat, and dry hike. The wet walk wasn’t on our list, but I am so glad she suggested it, because it was the highlight. We also learned a lot about the Native Americans who call the Everglades home. My boys (13 and 10) loved the entire adventure and said it was the best National Park visit they’ve ever had (and we’ve been to some good ones). They loved learning from Stacey (a Ph. D.), and she was great with them. Everything was taken care of for us - transportation, water, lunch, snacks. All we had to do was have fun and learn. Definitely go with Wild Lime if you are looking to see the Everglades while in South Florida. read less
Heidi M2/20/2023 -
Serious Educational Tour in the Everglades Our guide, Ryan, gave us a non-stop, comprehensive & well-organized overview of the Everglades -- history of the peoples who first populated the region - Native Americans & Spanish; the spectacular fauna & flora -- rare orchids, bromeliads, wood storks, 'gators, etc.; and culture. We learned about the building of the Tamiami Trail, the history of Everglades City and a whole lot more. We'd highly recommend this tour. Unforuntely, we forgot our binoculars in the van.... read moreOur guide, Ryan, gave us a non-stop, comprehensive & well-organized overview of the Everglades -- history of the peoples who first populated the region - Native Americans & Spanish; the spectacular fauna & flora -- rare orchids, bromeliads, wood storks, 'gators, etc.; and culture. We learned about the building of the Tamiami Trail, the history of Everglades City and a whole lot more. We'd highly recommend this tour. Unforuntely, we forgot our binoculars in the van. The good news is that thanks to their responsible staff, Stacy called to say they found them, so we were able to get them back. It was a great pleasure spending the day with Ryan, who was patient, responsible, and entertaining. We hope to do the kayak tour with this group next year! read less
55gayleu2/13/2023 -
Amazing Day!!! Highly recommend! Lindsay was so amazing! She made our whole tour! She was so knowledgeable and fun. We saw many alligators and birds. We had an amazing experience of seeing an alligator eating a turtle. Lindsay shared the videos she took with us. Elvis did a great job with the airboat and picking out alligator for us to see. It was fun to see Mama, an alligator that has been around for 60 plus years and was somewhat used to people. Travis... read moreLindsay was so amazing! She made our whole tour! She was so knowledgeable and fun. We saw many alligators and birds. We had an amazing experience of seeing an alligator eating a turtle. Lindsay shared the videos she took with us. Elvis did a great job with the airboat and picking out alligator for us to see. It was fun to see Mama, an alligator that has been around for 60 plus years and was somewhat used to people. Travis was fun and informative on our boat ride in the Gulf of Mexico. We loved seeing dolphins. There was a mother and baby dolphins that were very fun to watch. Lunch was awesome. Lindsay showed us much flora and fauna in Big Cypress National Preserve. She was such a wealth of knowledge which made it so much more interesting. We would request Lindsay again. Her energy reminded us of our youngest daughter. We are sold on Wild Lime Adventures and will use them again!! read less
730twylat2/13/2023 -
Full Day Tour: Dry Hike & Everglades Adventure Led by an Experienced Naturalist Highly recommended and worths the price. I was skeptical before booking because this tour was more expensive to others which were advertised similarly. In the end I decided for this company because I saw in the site that they were using the scientific name of animals and plants. I wanted to really see and learn about Everglades. And thankfully the tour hold up to those standards. Zack was our guide and he was a young, enthusiastic and passionate naturalist. Loved... read moreHighly recommended and worths the price. I was skeptical before booking because this tour was more expensive to others which were advertised similarly. In the end I decided for this company because I saw in the site that they were using the scientific name of animals and plants. I wanted to really see and learn about Everglades. And thankfully the tour hold up to those standards. Zack was our guide and he was a young, enthusiastic and passionate naturalist. Loved the energy he had all the hours he spent with us and the fact that in the end of the tour he prepared a list with all animals and plants we saw during the tour. I highly appreciated it! Finally, I would like to mention the exceptional organization of the tour and how politely and professionally they handled the communication with us. read less
AnastasiaK322/11/2023 -
Full Day Everglades Tour My daughter and I booked the full day Everglades tour last minute after our scuba diving trip had to be postponed and we were absolutely blown away by the tour.
Our guide, Zac, picked us up just a few blocks from my daughter's apartment in Miami. He was very pleasant and entertaining as well as extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the local animals and wildlife.
We started the tour with an airboat ride. Ask for Elvis! He was an amazing... read moreMy daughter and I booked the full day Everglades tour last minute after our scuba diving trip had to be postponed and we were absolutely blown away by the tour.
Our guide, Zac, picked us up just a few blocks from my daughter's apartment in Miami. He was very pleasant and entertaining as well as extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the local animals and wildlife.
We started the tour with an airboat ride. Ask for Elvis! He was an amazing airboat guide and showed us alligators and lots of birds. He also introduced us to a very special alligator called Mama. You have to see it to believe it!
We then stopped at a local art gallery and had a short hike around a trail there before heading to lunch right by the water. The food was amazing!
On the boat tour, we saw lots of osprey and even had dolphins play around the boat. Our boat guide, Greg, told us a lot about the local history.
We ended the day with a short hike where we saw lots of wildlife including birds, turtles and snakes.
If you want to truly experience the Everglades, the full day tour is the way to go! read lessTraveltech012/09/2023 -
Professional, Educational, and Fun This was a full day with our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, Zach. It started with an airboat experience that showed many animals and a close-up experience with an alligator that came when called and allowed one member of our group to give it a hug! This was utter amazing. We stopped at a local wildlife artist's gallery, and then we had lunch. Next was an awesome boat ride out to the Gulf, which included a dolphin encounter. We ended with... read moreThis was a full day with our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, Zach. It started with an airboat experience that showed many animals and a close-up experience with an alligator that came when called and allowed one member of our group to give it a hug! This was utter amazing. We stopped at a local wildlife artist's gallery, and then we had lunch. Next was an awesome boat ride out to the Gulf, which included a dolphin encounter. We ended with Zach walking us on a boardwalk path from the prairie section to the swamp. He has an abundance of knowledge of the wildlife. It was a great day. read less
Winnipeg19912/08/2023 -
The Everglades tour we were looking for! We had a wonderful 1/2 day tour with our guide, Zach! He gave us a very in depth tour of the flora and fauna of the Everglades. We saw many birds and alligators up close. Zach was quick to identify them and knew much about each bird and their habitat. He was as excited about each find as we were and kept us interested with his explanations. We loved the airboat ride as well . I highly recommend this tour... read moreWe had a wonderful 1/2 day tour with our guide, Zach! He gave us a very in depth tour of the flora and fauna of the Everglades. We saw many birds and alligators up close. Zach was quick to identify them and knew much about each bird and their habitat. He was as excited about each find as we were and kept us interested with his explanations. We loved the airboat ride as well . I highly recommend this tour of the Everglades! read less
ThawingAlaskan2/07/2023 -
Wonderful Everglades Activity Wonderful and thrilling experience on an Everglades fan boat, which was preceded by a 1.5 hour guided walking tour of the Everglades ecosystem. Stacie our knowledgeable and friendly guide pointed out the various flora and fauna - including many edible and non edible plants and various species of birds, alligators, and snakes!
If in the area and looking for the ultimate experience, this is the tour to book.Jamie572/05/2023 -
Thank you Wild Lime! I can’t say enough good things about this day. It started with an interesting education on birds from Zac who picked us up from our hotel. Then we met our guide Mike who showed us an amazing amount of wildlife. Lots of alligators, birds and even a manatee and her baby. He was extremely knowledgeable about the park, the ecosystems, the animals and the trees. We loved the 10,000 island boat trip. Our guide Tristan found dolphins and had... read moreI can’t say enough good things about this day. It started with an interesting education on birds from Zac who picked us up from our hotel. Then we met our guide Mike who showed us an amazing amount of wildlife. Lots of alligators, birds and even a manatee and her baby. He was extremely knowledgeable about the park, the ecosystems, the animals and the trees. We loved the 10,000 island boat trip. Our guide Tristan found dolphins and had them jumping our wake. Then we did an airboat trip with Buffalo Tiger. We had an up close and personal account with several alligators. So many great experiences. Thank you Wild Lime. read less
Robin11222/04/2023 -
Outstanding tour of the Everglades This tour is fabulous! We were picked up at our hotel and driven in a comfortable van to Everglades National Park. Along the way, our guide (Ryan) made the ride fun and informative by enthusiastically regaling us with stories about the geological history of the area, construction of the main roads (including the Tamiami Trail), and pointing out invasive species of trees from Australia and interesting water fowl.
His flowing narrative continued during an easy hike through part... read moreThis tour is fabulous! We were picked up at our hotel and driven in a comfortable van to Everglades National Park. Along the way, our guide (Ryan) made the ride fun and informative by enthusiastically regaling us with stories about the geological history of the area, construction of the main roads (including the Tamiami Trail), and pointing out invasive species of trees from Australia and interesting water fowl.
His flowing narrative continued during an easy hike through part of the park, where he pointed out the flora (including poisonous plants) and fauna (interesting water fowl, alligators, and explained the current problems with invasive pythons) and described the history of the native tribes and colonial powers.
From there we took an air boat tour on the Miccosukee Reservation for about an hour, savoring the beauty of the area before heading back to town.
Aside from the spectacular scenery, what made this tour special was the relaxed but extremely interesting way Ryan wove together history, geology and nature. Do not miss this experience! read less333judithw2/02/2023 -
Exhilarating Fantastic day all around! Guides were informative (our main guide had an incredible amount of knowledge on local history and wildlife), fun and accommodating —-the day was well planned and had a good flow. I thoroughly enjoyed the wet walk and could’ve done another hour of that part of the day!
H5039DGannaj1/29/2023 -
You're in good hands! Awesome day! Our guide, Mike, was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed (snacks, drinks, sunscreen You name it)
We were supposed to get picked up by the van, but due to an accident on the I95 it wasn't able to pick us up on time. Wild Lime immediately organized an Uber for us to make sure we didn't miss anything. Great service!!
Thanks again to Mike for a great day.RickOpReis1/25/2023 -
Great day out! This was an amazing day - super well organised with fantastic knowledgable guides - I learned so much about plants and animals and the topography, all in a fun and informative way. I particularly enjoyed the walk where we really had time to look at and learn about the different areas of growth and the animals that were found. Being up close to alligators was amazing and the dolphins I am only sad that we didn’t see any manatees!
Definitely... read moreThis was an amazing day - super well organised with fantastic knowledgable guides - I learned so much about plants and animals and the topography, all in a fun and informative way. I particularly enjoyed the walk where we really had time to look at and learn about the different areas of growth and the animals that were found. Being up close to alligators was amazing and the dolphins I am only sad that we didn’t see any manatees!
Definitely recommend this tour if you want to experience the Everglades and really have a chance to learn about the area. read lessIdylang1/21/2023 -
Awesome way to experience the Everglades Absolutely AWESOME trip. Zac was an amazing guide and extremely knowledgeable and good fun.
Highlight of the day had to be the Dolphins playing, following the boat on the edge of Chocoloskee Bay / Gulf of Mexico, followed by the wet walk.
A long day, 7.00am pick-up and 6.45pm drop-off but well worth-it.
Would highly recommendTempletastic1/21/2023 -
A fun day in the sun We had an amazing day adventuring with Ryan and the group!
Pros:
- Ryan knew so much about the plants, animals, history, etc!
- the airboat tour was amazing - saw so many gators!
- the second boat tour the scenery was beautiful but not many critters. We lucked out seeing a dolphin though
- the hike was fun
- lunch was vegetarian friendly
Cons
- it was a lil hot on the hike in the sun! So make sure to dress in layers (the 2nd boat... read moreWe had an amazing day adventuring with Ryan and the group!
Pros:
- Ryan knew so much about the plants, animals, history, etc!
- the airboat tour was amazing - saw so many gators!
- the second boat tour the scenery was beautiful but not many critters. We lucked out seeing a dolphin though
- the hike was fun
- lunch was vegetarian friendly
Cons
- it was a lil hot on the hike in the sun! So make sure to dress in layers (the 2nd boat is a lil windy) read lessBobsyW1/20/2023 -
Everglades all-inclusive A great full-day tour starting at 7:30 am from outside our downtown Miami hotel and back around 6:30 pm.
Our guide Ryan did a very good job of informing about Everglades habitats and the wildlife we saw or could see along the way. Also good information about the history of Florida.
The airboat tour on the wetlands, the powerboat tour among the Ten Thousand Islands and the dry-walk into the cypress tree grove were all great
All in all - highly recommendable!Curious118738206731/19/2023 -
Amazing wildlife and learning at Everglades and Big Cypress! Truly spectacular eco-tour! Zac is extremely knowledgeable about wildlife, ecosystems, and the history of the region including histories of local Native American populations and their interactions with ecosystems. We were spellbound by his storytelling and in-depth multifaceted knowledge of the local environment. We saw many, many alligators, various species of lizards, snakes, turtles, and fish (including endangered sawfish at one point)! Great egrets, snow egrets, ibises, wood storks, black vultures, turkey vultures, and even the elusive roseate spoonbill! We also... read moreTruly spectacular eco-tour! Zac is extremely knowledgeable about wildlife, ecosystems, and the history of the region including histories of local Native American populations and their interactions with ecosystems. We were spellbound by his storytelling and in-depth multifaceted knowledge of the local environment. We saw many, many alligators, various species of lizards, snakes, turtles, and fish (including endangered sawfish at one point)! Great egrets, snow egrets, ibises, wood storks, black vultures, turkey vultures, and even the elusive roseate spoonbill! We also saw bottlenose dolphins, and at one point they were “surfing” for minutes on end in the wake of our tour boat - very surreal experience. Even growing up in Australia trying to photograph animals all the time, I don’t think I had ever seen so much interesting wildlife in one day. Also, Ryan drove our group part of the way there in the morning, and he is also super knowledgeable and got us excited and armed with knowledge for the day ahead. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting southern Florida! read less
MorganBDT1/19/2023 -
A wonderful tour It was a fantastic tour day. Impressed from the naturalist Zac's professional introduction. Highly recommended for visitors who want to explore Everglade National Park. You will learn diverse names of plants, birds, and trees. And how they support each other in the ecosystem. We saw alligators, 6 dolphins. A wonderful trip. Will bring my kids to visit it again.
Yan X1/16/2023 -
Inspirational Experience This was a wonderful way to spend a day. I was amazed at the variety of wildlife and habitats on view in the Everglades, so close to Miami. The absolute highlight was our naturalist guide, Zac. He was deeply knowledgeable, a gifted communicator, and made the day great fun and truly educational. Thank you Zac and Wild Lime Adventures.
dlshard1/15/2023 -
A Must-Do Tour of South Florida First interaction with the Wild Lime adventures was with Ben. He called a few days before the booking date to give heads up that there’s a possibility the group tour may not meet the minimum number to proceed. I called back a couple days before and he confirmed that it has been filled but wanted us to have enough time to know alternative options available so as not to disrupt our vacation plans too much. I thought that was great... read moreFirst interaction with the Wild Lime adventures was with Ben. He called a few days before the booking date to give heads up that there’s a possibility the group tour may not meet the minimum number to proceed. I called back a couple days before and he confirmed that it has been filled but wanted us to have enough time to know alternative options available so as not to disrupt our vacation plans too much. I thought that was great “under promise, over deliver” customer service. A day before, as promised, we got the text with instructions where to meet. Note: not all hotel locations can be accommodated by pick up service. If you book through Viator on TripAdvisor, you just need to make arrangements to drive to the meeting place if your hotel is not on their itinerary for pick up locations. No credit or discount is possible. I like booking through TripAdvisor as they have trustworthy connections on their app. So I accept this consequence and it seemed reasonable. The next part of our experience is meeting our tour guide, Ryan. He is a local Floridian, born and raised. Has a keen interest in nature, particularly Botany. He has a clear passion for his work and the ecosystem of South Florida. His sincere love of sharing this passion is infectious. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, clearly a people-person and was such a delight. He was honest about hiccups and delays and gives off good vibes that no matter what, we will have fun! So refreshing! The third part of our experience is the food. Lunch was super enjoyable, tasty and just enough for us (not super large portions). We ate at the base of the iconic Smallwood Store Museum on Chokoloskee island. It has a beautiful view of the open water and located right where we get on the boat ride to see the thousand islands. The fourth part of our experience was the tour of the saw grass via airboat ride, the boat ride of the thousand islands and the hiking tour of the Big Cypress Preserve by our very own tour guide. In the boat ride, we saw birds, mangroves, and dolphins swimming in our wake, and a bit of history from our captain who happens to be the great grandson of one of Smallwood, the original owner of the Store/museum, He was a local resident in one of the small islands before his home burned down. Back in the day (1800’s) it was where the the teacher would travel to 3 months out of the year so children who lived in the islands can learn. Our airboat captain in the saw grass airboat ride (north of hwy 41 near the Miccosukee General Store) is another local. He was cool too. He knew the alligators, their approximate ages, favorite resting area etc. we saw a spectacled cayman- much smaller than American alligator, Osprey and bunch of other birds. Amazing experience with local and native residents showing us their land and giving us history coming from their perspective. A full day adventure in a comfortable big van, good food, great tours and friendly knowledgeable tour guide and boat captains. 2 thumbs up! I highly recommend it! read less
marietessf20181/13/2023 -
Easiest way to get the flavor of the Everglades I was on a quick trip of Southern Florida. Taking this tour meant that I was able to efficiently tour the highlights of a very vast area. Ryan, the tour guide, drove us through some outstanding scenery/wildlife, stopped at several interesting roadside attractions, lead us through a wet walk in Bald Cypress. In addition we went on two boat tours. A vast mix of ages and abilities, we were all able to enjoy our time... read moreI was on a quick trip of Southern Florida. Taking this tour meant that I was able to efficiently tour the highlights of a very vast area. Ryan, the tour guide, drove us through some outstanding scenery/wildlife, stopped at several interesting roadside attractions, lead us through a wet walk in Bald Cypress. In addition we went on two boat tours. A vast mix of ages and abilities, we were all able to enjoy our time in the Everglades. At the end, one of my tour mates said this would be a perfect team building event and I agree. read less
Elizabeth K1/13/2023 -
Great experience Our guide was informative and friendly. He knew a lot of information about a wide range of topics, all of which was interesting. You could see his passion as both a naturalist and native Floridian. The van felt a little crowded at times, but all in all, no complaints- it was a great experience.
Ciarachristine1/10/2023 -
Fantastic! The trip was fantastic! There was never a dull moment during the tour which took a total of twelve hours including being picked up & dropped off at our Air B & B. The tour guide Lindsay was phenomenal. She was very knowledgeable, personable, helpful and a skilled driver We saw numerous alligators, a caymen, numerous types of birds, and dolphins followed in the wake of our boat. The food was delicious, we had chicken and brisket sandwiches,... read moreThe trip was fantastic! There was never a dull moment during the tour which took a total of twelve hours including being picked up & dropped off at our Air B & B. The tour guide Lindsay was phenomenal. She was very knowledgeable, personable, helpful and a skilled driver We saw numerous alligators, a caymen, numerous types of birds, and dolphins followed in the wake of our boat. The food was delicious, we had chicken and brisket sandwiches, and the vegetarian dish. We ate on the dock overlooking the water edge in the heart of the Everglades. My family and I had a truly wonderful, fun filled day. I highly recommend this experience to all. read less
daniellenC7227FV1/04/2023 -
Full Day Everglades Tour I booked this tour as I was assured by Ben that my wife's special travel needs (she walks with a cane and uses an Inogen portable oxygen device) could be met, and to add to our bucket list of visiting as many National Parks as we could. The tour was on December 11, 2022, following a Panama Canal cruise. Our tour guide was Zac, who is 10-star. He's a walking encyclopedia of knowledge of the area flora, fauna... read moreI booked this tour as I was assured by Ben that my wife's special travel needs (she walks with a cane and uses an Inogen portable oxygen device) could be met, and to add to our bucket list of visiting as many National Parks as we could. The tour was on December 11, 2022, following a Panama Canal cruise. Our tour guide was Zac, who is 10-star. He's a walking encyclopedia of knowledge of the area flora, fauna and history, related with enthusiasm and made interesting. Importantly, he graciously accommodated my wife's special travel needs, and she was able to participate in all aspects of the tour comfortably, without inconveniencing the others in the tour group. Zac even made an unscheduled stop a very short distance off the highway on the way back, at our request, to for a photo op with the Everglades NP entrance sign, to add to our list of similar ones, which all of the others in the group did as well. On the 10,000 Islands boat trip, Captain Aaron, at our request (to fill another bucket list item), successfully located a mother dolphin and her baby, in open water. He maneuvered the boat so they could willingly follow us in its wake, where they entertained us for several minutes. Aaron had previously spotted a dolphin in a shallow bay, but stayed away from it because it was feeding, and out of respect for that, he didn't want to disturb it, which we totally agreed with. That was unlike another tour boat in the area, who disregarded that philosophy and drove his boat right up to the dolphin and disrupted its feeding. Lunch at the Smallwood Store was also very good. We were picked up precisely on time at our hotel in Miami Downtown Brickell and dropped off only a few minutes after the scheduled time (our fault because of the photo op request). Great tour, and kudos to Ben for the itinerary and his staff. We highly recommend Wild Lime Adventures. read less
Pinelakebadger12/31/2022 -
Well work the investment of time and money for priceless memories and helpful education of nature We signed up for a full day of activities on Dec. 15, 2022, and we were picked up by our two guides, Stacy and Elijah. From the very start to the very end, they were courteous, friendly, and very good at explaining helpful details and the background history of each stop we made.
We started the day and worked East to West, with a Miccosukee Indian, Elvis, taking our small group of 6 guests on an air boat... read moreWe signed up for a full day of activities on Dec. 15, 2022, and we were picked up by our two guides, Stacy and Elijah. From the very start to the very end, they were courteous, friendly, and very good at explaining helpful details and the background history of each stop we made.
We started the day and worked East to West, with a Miccosukee Indian, Elvis, taking our small group of 6 guests on an air boat across the Everglades NP grasslands to a historic Indian island. There we meet "Mother," an alligator of 65+ years of age who allowed Elvis to open her jaw, rub her belly, and others of us to 'touch' the calm and friendly alligator. The temperature was perfect in the mid-70s as we whisked across the grass and water.
We visited the Oasis welcome center of the Big Cypress national preserve, where a plethora of different bird species, fish, and lots of black alligators enjoyed the weather. It was very interesting to understand the different topologies and historical references in the different areas we visited.
Another exciting time with a fast, small boat that left Smallwood Store in Everglades city for a tour of the 10,000 islands area. We saw a dolphin, the mangrove tree-covered islands, and the islands but just from shells from a thousand years of civilization.
Bravo to Stacy and her son, Elijah would both contributed to a memorable day for my wife and I read less70sRockAdventure12/23/2022 -
Fantastic half day adventure We absolutely loved our time on this tour. Zach, our guide, was so knowledgeable and funny. He clearly knew the Everglades very well and answered all our questions. Both the walk and boat ride exceeded our expectations. We saw several gators, turtles and species of bird and fish. If we come back to south Florida we’ll definitely do the full day tour. I only wished we had time to visit the gift shop but totally understand there isn’t always time... read moreWe absolutely loved our time on this tour. Zach, our guide, was so knowledgeable and funny. He clearly knew the Everglades very well and answered all our questions. Both the walk and boat ride exceeded our expectations. We saw several gators, turtles and species of bird and fish. If we come back to south Florida we’ll definitely do the full day tour. I only wished we had time to visit the gift shop but totally understand there isn’t always time for it in the guided tours. read less
Callahr12/19/2022 -
Awesome experience We spent the day with Stacy and she was incredible. Knowledgeable, sincere, and fun! We also got to meet Elvis driving the air boat, and was a trip. His ability to spot wildlife(gators) was next level stuff. Hotel pick up easy and on time. Highly recommend this trip!
Brianne F12/15/2022 -
Cadillac of Everglades Tours! This tour is Cadillac of all Everglades tours I researched and heard about and experienced first hand.
Booking, communication, pickup, the Limos, tour guide, content of the tour, exclusive interactions, indigenous people habitat / island, snack, drinks and can you believe even big sprays, ponchos.. wow the tour operators did meticulous planning and execution with surgical precision.
Totally worth it.
Best part is that they employ professionals as tour guides - our tour guide Lindsay was apparently a highly qualified naturalist. She was... read moreThis tour is Cadillac of all Everglades tours I researched and heard about and experienced first hand.
Booking, communication, pickup, the Limos, tour guide, content of the tour, exclusive interactions, indigenous people habitat / island, snack, drinks and can you believe even big sprays, ponchos.. wow the tour operators did meticulous planning and execution with surgical precision.
Totally worth it.
Best part is that they employ professionals as tour guides - our tour guide Lindsay was apparently a highly qualified naturalist. She was a walking encyclopedia! read lessLove2ReviewThis12/13/2022 -
Great tour We had a great trip. The Big Cypress nature walk, the boat ride through the islands and the air boat ride were all excellent but the best part was our guide, Zack, who was exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly. His ability to spot animals and plants was outstanding, We highly recommend this tour
AnselA5212/12/2022 -
Hands down, WILD LIME is the BEST!! There are a lot of options when visiting Florida, Everglades National Park, & its surrounding natural wonders. This visit, Wild Lime Adventures delivered the best experience ever! We booked their Part Day tour, that featured an air boat ride and nature walk. Both of these greatly exceeded expectations, due mostly to their amazing naturalists, (Lindsay & Zac). Passionate, PHD expertise, & real-world backgrounds. They are both deserving of the highest praise.
Air Boat Ride w/ Lindsay: This occurred on the Miccosukee... read moreThere are a lot of options when visiting Florida, Everglades National Park, & its surrounding natural wonders. This visit, Wild Lime Adventures delivered the best experience ever! We booked their Part Day tour, that featured an air boat ride and nature walk. Both of these greatly exceeded expectations, due mostly to their amazing naturalists, (Lindsay & Zac). Passionate, PHD expertise, & real-world backgrounds. They are both deserving of the highest praise.
Air Boat Ride w/ Lindsay: This occurred on the Miccosukee Reservation, a more lush and vibrant eco-system than the other air boats I have taken before. We stopped at the island with re-created native structures, and a loop walk. Very informative as to native life. Our boat driver found some gators, a small caiman, and magnificent birds in flight. These air boats seat you up higher than most, allowing for better photos. They also have serious horse-power. (Hearing protection provided). The rainy morning gave way to gorgeous blue sky during this tour. The part day tour group then transferred to another naturalist for the walk. Now just three in our group, Kudos to Wild Lime for allowing this, as other outfits could have cancelled for not meeting some unspecified minimum. You obviously care about those who choose your company, thank you!
Guided Walk in The Everglades w/ Zac: This occurred on the “Shark Valley” section of the park. We walked the Bobcat Boardwalk, with Zac explaining various flora and fauna. He pointed out things you would easily miss. Going into great detail, having us smell leaves, then giving us a wealth of information as to how the native people utilized what nature provided. On the main road, he described all of the birds, his specialty. Spotting a gator, we took more photos as the Tram whisked by with its pre-recorded spiel, unaware. This is why you need a guide, and we had the best! It wasn’t too long a walk for us old folks, then we headed back to the visitor center before the long ride home.
They give you a souvenir water bottle to fill with chilled water, and lots to snack on. We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel in Fort Lauderdale. This allowed us plenty of time to have lively conversations with both Lindsay, then Zac. We really enjoyed getting to know more about them. They really love doing this, props to Wild Lime for hiring the “cream of the crop.”
Wild Lime Adventures has one of the best websites. Lots of info, easy to navigate, colorful, with lots of stunning photography to inspire. They offer plenty of different tours, something for everyone. You can spend less, then regret it all the way home. Wild Lime Adventures is so worth the difference. I can’t wait to visit Florida again so I can book another tour with them. Hands down, the Best!
Safe Travels read lessmaitaimike201512/10/2022 -
Amazing day, great guide I need more than 5 stars to tell you how great our day was with Ryan. The Everglades are amazing, but our guide Ryan really made them come alive for us. The two boat rides were also fantastic (ten thousand islands cruise and airboat ride) as were our boat captains. We saw lots of alligators (including a bunch of babies in Big Cypress on our hike), all types of birds, a couple of raccoons, a sting Ray... read moreI need more than 5 stars to tell you how great our day was with Ryan. The Everglades are amazing, but our guide Ryan really made them come alive for us. The two boat rides were also fantastic (ten thousand islands cruise and airboat ride) as were our boat captains. We saw lots of alligators (including a bunch of babies in Big Cypress on our hike), all types of birds, a couple of raccoons, a sting Ray & even had a pod of dolphins play with us. Great lunch on the beach, lots of snacks & water throughout the day. If you have a day to spend, this is definitely the tour you should take. I highly recommend you avoid the cheesy touristy places & spend a day with passionate people who love The Everglades & want to share some of it with you. Ryan was so knowledgeable on so many subjects, he was truly delightful!! I’m sure the other guides are good too, but our group was glad we got to spend the day with him! read less
I3184KLmaryd12/01/2022 -
Everglades Tour with Wild Lime Adventures What a great decision to do this tour. The prre-experience was amazing by staff confirming and double checking the pick up time & location. The tour included pick up so you don't have to worry about transporation.
The guide Lindsay was super amazing, friendly and very well informed and fun.
The experinece itself was beautiful which included two parts: The first one was a walk in the National Park where we were able to see different animals, learn more... read moreWhat a great decision to do this tour. The prre-experience was amazing by staff confirming and double checking the pick up time & location. The tour included pick up so you don't have to worry about transporation.
The guide Lindsay was super amazing, friendly and very well informed and fun.
The experinece itself was beautiful which included two parts: The first one was a walk in the National Park where we were able to see different animals, learn more about the history of Everglades region.
The second part was the Air boat ride where we were also able to see more alligators and enjoy nature.
Snacks were also provided as an add on.
I would highly recommend this tour.
Thanks,
Luna read lesslunadN2836LF12/01/2022 -
Awesome Tour Company We had a private tour after a cruise because our flight wasn’t until the evening. Lindsey picked us up right in front of the cruise terminal and off to meet our tour guide Ryan for the rest of the day. They were both so knowledgeable about Florida’s history and all of the wildlife and eco systems. So very personable. Ben was also awesome helping us arrange and communication was great. We did a tour on an airboat through an Indian... read moreWe had a private tour after a cruise because our flight wasn’t until the evening. Lindsey picked us up right in front of the cruise terminal and off to meet our tour guide Ryan for the rest of the day. They were both so knowledgeable about Florida’s history and all of the wildlife and eco systems. So very personable. Ben was also awesome helping us arrange and communication was great. We did a tour on an airboat through an Indian preservation and then stopped off in Old Havana for lunch, ice cream, Cuban coffee and more. Would highly recommend them and look forward to another trip with them in the future. They definitely cater to whatever you want to do and what you have time for. The Keys will be our next trip with them. read less
shannonlutz11/26/2022 -
A great educational experience Zach was an incredible tour guide! He picked us up from our hotel right on time and, throughout the entire tour, proactively sought opportunities to educate us about the surrounding flora and fauna. He has an almost encyclopedic knowledge of birds in particular—his passion really shone through and was contagious. Definitely recommend taking this tour!
EmmaRSmith8611/05/2022 -
Wonderful Experience and Tour!! What a wonderful experience! Our guides, Ryan and Zach were knowledgeable, personable, and entertaining. I learned so much from them about Florida, the "Glades", and the Seminoles and Miccosukee Native Americans. Awesome!
I'm a native Floridian so I wasn't that excited about seeing alligators (been there, done that), however the Everglades has been on my bucket list for some time. There are parts of it that are still untouched . It's a beautiful place and there is nothing... read moreWhat a wonderful experience! Our guides, Ryan and Zach were knowledgeable, personable, and entertaining. I learned so much from them about Florida, the "Glades", and the Seminoles and Miccosukee Native Americans. Awesome!
I'm a native Floridian so I wasn't that excited about seeing alligators (been there, done that), however the Everglades has been on my bucket list for some time. There are parts of it that are still untouched . It's a beautiful place and there is nothing else like it anywhere else in the world. I highly recommend a visit to the Everglades and a tour with Wild Lime Adventures!! read lessphyllisp61311/02/2022 -
Do it right - book with them as the real naturalists Awesome experience. Great communication. Brian was a very knowledgable guide - if you’re into nature it’s worth going with a naturalist (not a naturist as autocorrect keeps trying to say!)
Was originally booked on the full day but I was the only person so moved to the half day. I think the full day would have been even better as it’s have given m more walking time.
Felt much more authentic than some of the tourist trap airboat rides although... read moreAwesome experience. Great communication. Brian was a very knowledgable guide - if you’re into nature it’s worth going with a naturalist (not a naturist as autocorrect keeps trying to say!)
Was originally booked on the full day but I was the only person so moved to the half day. I think the full day would have been even better as it’s have given m more walking time.
Felt much more authentic than some of the tourist trap airboat rides although the walk was the highlight read less204BenW10/31/2022 -
Highly recommended day trip A really great day throughout, based around two incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides (Stacy and Zac). The journey to the Everglades was c 1hr but was packed with tons of useful facts and insights throughout. Each activity was different and fun - but most of all you felt it was sympathetic to the local people/environment etc, as opposed to being “inconsiderate tourists”. Stacy was clearly respected by all local people, which was comforting. Zac’s knowledge on birds and wildlife... read moreA really great day throughout, based around two incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides (Stacy and Zac). The journey to the Everglades was c 1hr but was packed with tons of useful facts and insights throughout. Each activity was different and fun - but most of all you felt it was sympathetic to the local people/environment etc, as opposed to being “inconsiderate tourists”. Stacy was clearly respected by all local people, which was comforting. Zac’s knowledge on birds and wildlife in general was exceptional. read less
Steve B10/26/2022 -
Best Everglades tour! As a local that have tried many different companies to tour the everglades I can assure you this is the best!!! you can't get any closer to nature than with Wild Lime Adventures. You will learn everything there is to learn about the Everglades by the hand of their professional ecologists and you will get the best Air boat tour there is. Elvis was amazing! he really is one with the Everglades.
giuseppedp190010/21/2022 -
A wonderfully enjoyable and educational tour We looked at lots of possible options for an Everglades tour with a pickup from Miami Beach, and we’re so glad we chose to go with Wild Lime Adventures. Great communication in advance, on time pickup and a pleasant ride to the Everglades. Our guide Stacey gave us a great walking tour around Shark Valley - we saw some great wildlife and she was really interesting and informative both about nature and history. We learned a lot in a... read moreWe looked at lots of possible options for an Everglades tour with a pickup from Miami Beach, and we’re so glad we chose to go with Wild Lime Adventures. Great communication in advance, on time pickup and a pleasant ride to the Everglades. Our guide Stacey gave us a great walking tour around Shark Valley - we saw some great wildlife and she was really interesting and informative both about nature and history. We learned a lot in a really enjoyable way. We had a great airboat tour with our captain Elvis. The highlight was meeting ‘Mama’ - a 60 year old alligator who he has a tremendous rapport with. Wild Lime clearly has a great relationship with the Miccosukee people which really gave us a great perspective. I can’t recommend this trip highly enough read less
Peter G10/13/2022 -
Enjoyable Trip w/ A Great Guide My family and I had a great time on this day trip. Lindsay was our guide and did a phenomenal job of answering all our questions and showing us everything the Everglades had to offer. The motorboat and airboat tour were also great as we got to see a variety of wildlife including alligators, dolphins, and several different birds. Overall it was a very enjoyable day.
maryaowen10/12/2022 -
Great way to experience the Florida Everglades! What a wonderful outing we had with Wild Lime Adventures! The day was so well organized. Our tour guide was Ryan. He was knowledgeable and funny! The boat captains, Elvis and Corey, for our two boat expeditions, were both knowledgeable and respectful of the environment. We saw alligators, pelicans, dolphins, and manatees!
Can’t thank Wild Lime enough for a great day!OnAir0084244276310/01/2022 -
Full Service Outstanding Tour! Full service experience! Everything from hotel pickup to drop off was included. That includes sunscreen, insect repellent, drinks, snacks, admission to the park and a great tour! I highly recommend this tour. Ben and Ryan were courteous, knowledgeable, friendly and great hosts. I highly recommend this tour!
Mike R9/04/2022 -
Awesome Everglades experience On time pickup which is always a great start. Stacey introduced us to the group and was knowledgeable, informative and engaging. We had plenty of restroom stops where Stacey answered all questions about flora/fauna. Weather hampered the end of the day but no complaints. Would highly recommend!
376seamusm8/24/2022 -
Fantastic day out from Miami This was a fantastic day out. Ben the guide was knowledgeable and attentive. The hotel pick up worked smoothly and he was happy to drop us at the ball park at the end of the day. We loved all parts of the trip: the airboat ride, the cruise out to the islands, and the nature walk. And lunch was really good also! Highly recommended if you’re in Miami for a holiday.
michaelfW7136AX7/31/2022 -
Absolutely amazing!!!!!!! This trip was one of the biggest highlights of my vacation! If you like nature, wildlife, culture and adventure this is definitely the excursion for you! Every detail was taken care of by been our tour guide. From making sure to all of our needs being met, to being extremely knowledgeable and very personable, he couldn’t have been any better! We saw so much wildlife including many alligators! Up close and very personal might I add! This is definitely one... read moreThis trip was one of the biggest highlights of my vacation! If you like nature, wildlife, culture and adventure this is definitely the excursion for you! Every detail was taken care of by been our tour guide. From making sure to all of our needs being met, to being extremely knowledgeable and very personable, he couldn’t have been any better! We saw so much wildlife including many alligators! Up close and very personal might I add! This is definitely one of the best excursions I’ve been on! read less
stacieo5337/25/2022 -
Awesome! My favorite part of the journey was cruising over the Everglades in the airboat. Our tour guide was educated and very informative about the history of the Everglades. If you are looking for a day excursion that's filled with a fun adventure.. most definitely pick this trip!
RickRaway6/13/2022 -
Incredible large group tour experience! Go! My school takes 22-30 students each year on a National Parks trip. This year we chose Wild Lime Adventures to plan and lead our tour to the Everglades and Dry Tortugas. We chose right. Ben, the owner, was very responsive as we communicated back and forth about what we were looking for. Our trip was a Wed-Mon with four full days of adventure planned.
Our guides were Lindsay and Darren. They were full service. They picked us up at the... read moreMy school takes 22-30 students each year on a National Parks trip. This year we chose Wild Lime Adventures to plan and lead our tour to the Everglades and Dry Tortugas. We chose right. Ben, the owner, was very responsive as we communicated back and forth about what we were looking for. Our trip was a Wed-Mon with four full days of adventure planned.
Our guides were Lindsay and Darren. They were full service. They picked us up at the airport and stayed with us the entire tour. They each have degrees in the science and are extremely knowledgeable about the vegetation, wildlife, and parks. We had 11 people on each van and had room for our luggage. ( 1 suitcase and backpack each).
Day one: Everything Everglades. A wet walk through a cypress dome, a 90 boat ride through the 10,000 islands mangrove forest.
Day two: drive to key west. Along the way we stopped at the Wild Bird Sanctuary, Robbie’s fish camp, and Bahia Honda State park. Once we arrived in Key West we visited the Ernest Hemingway house, the African Slave Memorial and the Southernmost Point.
Day three: Dry Tortugas National Park. This is a full day experience that you should hands down try if you ever have the opportunity. The snorkeling is unreal. The water was so clear!
Day four: we drove back to Fort Lauderdale. We had a kayak tour through mangrove channels and did a 1 hour snorkeling tour of Hens and Chickens reef. The snorkeling was out of this world! The fish and coral we saw was absolutely incredible. The kayak adventure was relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable as well.
Day five: Airboat ride through Everglades sawgrass. We met “Gar” the gator and saw a lot of wildlife.
Our meals were planned at local favorites. If you are ever in Florida City/Homestead please go visit Fonda Familiar Mexican. We also ate at City Hall Bistro. In Key West we ate at El Siboney and Dante’s.
Our all inclusive experience with Wild Lime was top notch! You won’t be worry. Lindsay was my van driver and I cannot compliment her enough. She was professional, fun and informative!!! Our students had the trip of a lifetime. Darren, the driver of the other van, was kind, calm and so helpful. He always put our needs first.
Now stop reading and go book your trip! read lessgapeachbeach6/13/2022 -
Six Day Trip with 22 teenagers! I wish I could give this company ten stars! Lindsey, Darren and Ben from Wild Lime organized a flawless six day trip with 22 8th graders and 4 chaperones. From the Everglades to Dry Tortugas to snorkeling in Key Biscayne and hanging out in Key West, our 8th graders had the trip of a lifetime! Wild Lime planned the entire trip including amazing, unique restaurants, hotels, snacks, waters and more. Lindsey and Darren were so knowledgeable and patient... read moreI wish I could give this company ten stars! Lindsey, Darren and Ben from Wild Lime organized a flawless six day trip with 22 8th graders and 4 chaperones. From the Everglades to Dry Tortugas to snorkeling in Key Biscayne and hanging out in Key West, our 8th graders had the trip of a lifetime! Wild Lime planned the entire trip including amazing, unique restaurants, hotels, snacks, waters and more. Lindsey and Darren were so knowledgeable and patient and were able to keep the students and chaperones happy the entire time. If you are looking for a company to handle all your south Florida eco tour needs, look no further! Ben (the owner) ensured everything was taken care of from start to finish. I encourage schools to take advantage of letting Wild Lime handle a multi-day trip…you will not be sorry! read less
I9708MFbrittanyc6/13/2022 -
Wild Lime Adventure Wow. I can’t even put into words how amazing our experience was. I came here on a school trip with 26 people, and this tour service made my trip! First of all, the service. The service at Wild Lime is impeccable, our tour guides Lindsay and Darren were the epitome of first class service. They drove our large group from place to place, kept us safe, and were an absolute joy to be around. Our large group was split in... read moreWow. I can’t even put into words how amazing our experience was. I came here on a school trip with 26 people, and this tour service made my trip! First of all, the service. The service at Wild Lime is impeccable, our tour guides Lindsay and Darren were the epitome of first class service. They drove our large group from place to place, kept us safe, and were an absolute joy to be around. Our large group was split in half, and I had Lindsay. Lindsay was one of the most amazing people I’ve ever met, and she was so much fun to be around! The whole trip was so well organized, and we always had time for bathroom breaks, food, and fun! We started our trip with touring the Everglades, and took part in a wet walk. We also visited the beach, state parks, the Hemingway house, took a ferry to Dry Tortugas, snorkeled, kayaked, and did so much more. We got so close with our guides during this trip, and the carpool karaoke sessions were amazing! This trip was one of the best experiences of my life, and Darren and Lindsay helped that! We always felt like a family, and have so many inside jokes already. Wild Lime tour service is something I would recommend from the bottom of my heart, and you would be so lucky to experience the fun! read less
Delaney M6/13/2022 -
Best Trip Ever! What a week! Wild Lime Adventures was not just a tour it was an experience! Wild Lime Adventures had selected 2 guides Lindsey and Darren who not only made it fun, but showed us the history, and life found in Florida! Our school group used this company and Lindsey and Darren showed us the Everglades, led us on a kayaking and snorkeling adventure, and made this school drip a dream come true. Everything was perfectly organized and we enjoyed great... read moreWhat a week! Wild Lime Adventures was not just a tour it was an experience! Wild Lime Adventures had selected 2 guides Lindsey and Darren who not only made it fun, but showed us the history, and life found in Florida! Our school group used this company and Lindsey and Darren showed us the Everglades, led us on a kayaking and snorkeling adventure, and made this school drip a dream come true. Everything was perfectly organized and we enjoyed great food everyday we were there enjoying the local restaurants.I would definitely recommend this company!! read less
C6243XXannaw6/13/2022 -
Great way to explore the Everglades This is a very fun way to explore the Everglades. We drove to the meeting point ourselves, but they also provide a pickup service from your hotel!
The walk was easy and there was so much to see! Our guide Darren was very knowledgeable and passionate about nature and its preservation.
The boat tour was great! The River of Grass is breathtaking! Our captain knew where to go to see the alligators and birds. All in all a great way... read moreThis is a very fun way to explore the Everglades. We drove to the meeting point ourselves, but they also provide a pickup service from your hotel!
The walk was easy and there was so much to see! Our guide Darren was very knowledgeable and passionate about nature and its preservation.
The boat tour was great! The River of Grass is breathtaking! Our captain knew where to go to see the alligators and birds. All in all a great way to explore the Everglades. Next time I’ll be back for the day tour! read less934anyat6/03/2022 -
Must do trip to the Everglades What a fantastic day. Informative and so much fun.
Early start pickup (we grabbed a quick breakfast first), we headed off out of Miami along the Tamiami to our first stop which was an airboat ride across the glades watching gators and various local bird species. We got really close to the gators and learned a little about the Miccosukee and Seminole tribes. Our next big stop was at Chololoskee island for a boat trip out into the mangroves. We... read moreWhat a fantastic day. Informative and so much fun.
Early start pickup (we grabbed a quick breakfast first), we headed off out of Miami along the Tamiami to our first stop which was an airboat ride across the glades watching gators and various local bird species. We got really close to the gators and learned a little about the Miccosukee and Seminole tribes. Our next big stop was at Chololoskee island for a boat trip out into the mangroves. We did a nature walk on the way back to Miami and had various opportunities for merch buying.
Our guide Darren was fantastic. We were tired at the end of the trip but we’ll worth it. Strongly recommend. read lessJourney125941129596/02/2022 -
Mr What a phenomenal day out. It wasn't the cheapest tour but it was worth every cent. Guide was knowledgeable and super freindly, lunch stop was great, and all the events were memorable. I got within 2 foot of a gator, and had the most amazing experience with a family of dolphins that raced behind our boat, that was magical. I learnt so much. Honestly this is the best day out I've had in the US.
MattF9226/01/2022 -
Highly recommended Everglades Tour What a fabulous day from start to finish! The pre-excursion experience was great, easy booking on Tripadvisor and early contact from Ben to confirm pick up location and clarify available food options. The pick up arrived exactly on time and the minibus was nicely air conditioned. The branded water bottles and chilled water, soft drinks and snacks were a nice touch.
From the first stop we were able to see plenty of alligators in the wild, and this theme continued... read moreWhat a fabulous day from start to finish! The pre-excursion experience was great, easy booking on Tripadvisor and early contact from Ben to confirm pick up location and clarify available food options. The pick up arrived exactly on time and the minibus was nicely air conditioned. The branded water bottles and chilled water, soft drinks and snacks were a nice touch.
From the first stop we were able to see plenty of alligators in the wild, and this theme continued from crickets to squirrels. There were plenty of stops and mini excursions on the itinerary which made the day fly in.
The highlight was the cruise with Erin (?) a really interesting local captain who’s excellent navigation meant we got to see Roseate Spoonbills up-close and were literally trailed by two dolphins for about five minutes.
Darren, our driver and guide was exceptional. Extremely knowledgeable and patient, despite the heat and all the groups questions. I would definitely recommend this to anyone staying in Miami. read less991kamm5/27/2022 -
They are the best Best I found for this type of trip—best experience for exploring the area, period. Pick-up and drop-off to your hotel/airbnb are awesome, and all the service they provide is amazing. Def recommended to anyone who wanna go to the area. I usually don't write a comment, so this also indicates how nice this is that I'm willing to comment on it.
Allen C5/25/2022 -
Wonderful day trip! It was a wonderful excursion to the Everglades. Total time investment was about six hours. The guide was a wildlife biologist and very knowledgeable. The trip was very well organized with breaks for bathroom and snacks. There is about an hour of walking on wooden walkways and pavement. If you have trouble walking, that section of the trip is not for you. The airboat ride was especially beautiful. We saw a super colony of birds take flight right in... read moreIt was a wonderful excursion to the Everglades. Total time investment was about six hours. The guide was a wildlife biologist and very knowledgeable. The trip was very well organized with breaks for bathroom and snacks. There is about an hour of walking on wooden walkways and pavement. If you have trouble walking, that section of the trip is not for you. The airboat ride was especially beautiful. We saw a super colony of birds take flight right in front of the boat. We saw multiple alligators, and one was eating a fish right in front of us. read less
HeckinBamboozled5/25/2022 -
One awesome day in the Everglades! Awesome trip with a very knowledgeable naturalist, Darren. I thought the all day trip would be too much time in the sun, but turned out to be perfect. Two different boat rides in two completely different environments really gave my family an understanding and appreciation of the Everglades. If you want to see gators this is the trip to book!
46montel5/22/2022 -
Awesome Amazing experience are tour guide was amazing with a good sense of humor. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who wants to have fun. The tour guide was Lindsay. Also shout out to are airboat driver he was awesome. Don't remember his name but he was a big guy with gold grill
lukemuir885/17/2022 -
An Everglades Experience It’s amazing when you can LEARN and BE ENTERTAINED at the same time. Darren did a great job giving us lots of info without overwhelming us with facts. His passion for protecting the land and its environs, along with wildlife, made him a good ambassador for this tour. We also loved the airboat ride. The captain was good about letting us take photos when wildlife was sighted.
KimVee5/13/2022 -
This well-rounded experience is worth the cost! A fantastic experience. For us a perfect balance of nature, water, interesting and educational information, thrills…and a nice lunch! Our guide Stacey was wonderful--knowledgeable, great at explaining things to us at our level, attentive to the needs and questions of everybody. Felt like having a friend as a traveling partner.
I hope the guides are compensated well, because I noticed that not everyone tips well.
Our TripAdvisor events have been consistently good. Thank you!davidpX3276MO5/11/2022 -
This well-rounded experience is worth the cost! A fantastic experience. For us a perfect balance of nature, water, interesting and educational information, thrills…and a nice lunch! Our guide Stacey was wonderful--knowledgeable, great at explaining things to us at our level, attentive to the needs and questions of everybody. Felt like having a friend as a traveling partner.
I hope the guides are compensated well, because I noticed that not everyone tips well.
Our TripAdvisor events have been consistently good. Thank you!David P5/11/2022 -
Great walk and airboat ride. highly recommended! Visiting Everglades was one of the main things my wife and I wanted to do when we visited Miami. We spent a fair bit of time looking at different options and we're really happy that we chose Wild Lime Adventures. The walk and airboat ride were great - we've never seen so much wildlife in such a short space of time, even in Costa Rica! Our guide Lindsay was really nice and knowledgable but also really entertaining and relaxed so... read moreVisiting Everglades was one of the main things my wife and I wanted to do when we visited Miami. We spent a fair bit of time looking at different options and we're really happy that we chose Wild Lime Adventures. The walk and airboat ride were great - we've never seen so much wildlife in such a short space of time, even in Costa Rica! Our guide Lindsay was really nice and knowledgable but also really entertaining and relaxed so the whole trip was great fun. We wholeheartedly recommend it! read less
Andy Z5/09/2022 -
Great walk and airboat ride. highly recommended! Visiting Everglades was one of the main things my wife and I wanted to do when we visited Miami. We spent a fair bit of time looking at different options and we're really happy that we chose Wild Lime Adventures. The walk and airboat ride were great - we've never seen so much wildlife in such a short space of time, even in Costa Rica! Our guide Lindsay was really nice and knowledgable but also really entertaining and relaxed... read moreVisiting Everglades was one of the main things my wife and I wanted to do when we visited Miami. We spent a fair bit of time looking at different options and we're really happy that we chose Wild Lime Adventures. The walk and airboat ride were great - we've never seen so much wildlife in such a short space of time, even in Costa Rica! Our guide Lindsay was really nice and knowledgable but also really entertaining and relaxed so the whole trip was great fun. We wholeheartedly recommend it! read less
Andy Z5/01/2022 -
Book this tour over the more commercialized ones… This was great! I am obsessed with seeing animals in their natural habitats as much as possible so this tour fits the bill. I thought the full day tour was absolutely worthwhile. We saw many alligators, various bird species, snakes, sawfish, dolphins and more and learned a bit about all of them. My only bit of feedback is that I would have liked a little more patience and time in viewing the animals when we found them (e.g. just... read moreThis was great! I am obsessed with seeing animals in their natural habitats as much as possible so this tour fits the bill. I thought the full day tour was absolutely worthwhile. We saw many alligators, various bird species, snakes, sawfish, dolphins and more and learned a bit about all of them. My only bit of feedback is that I would have liked a little more patience and time in viewing the animals when we found them (e.g. just letting the boat coast a little when viewing the dolphins instead of reviving it faster immediately to see them jump by the boat, or stalling out and being silent in one place for a while in the airboat when we came across gators instead of rushing to the next thing). Then again, I could watch animals in their natural habitats in silence for hours and be happy as a clam so maybe others prefer the quicker pace. In no way does this decrease my rating for this company and would definitely go with them again. read less
KateRTCI4/27/2022 -
Excellent customer service when we had to cancel My family of 6 was so excited to go on our first Everglades airboat tour. We were traveling from Nebraska over spring break for a week in the Hollywood, Florida area. I chose Wild Lime Adventures based on their website description and trip advisor reviews. Ben answered all my questions before booking and set up transportation for us. Unfortunately, Southwest canceled our flight and we were unable to rebook during that week. We could not have been more disappointed... read moreMy family of 6 was so excited to go on our first Everglades airboat tour. We were traveling from Nebraska over spring break for a week in the Hollywood, Florida area. I chose Wild Lime Adventures based on their website description and trip advisor reviews. Ben answered all my questions before booking and set up transportation for us. Unfortunately, Southwest canceled our flight and we were unable to rebook during that week. We could not have been more disappointed but Ben reassured us we could change the date or cancel along with a refund. The customer service was professional and courteous and I can only imagine the tour itself would have been equally great. We hope to book again when we reschedule our trip to the area. read less
marymiller29544/25/2022 -
They love nature!1 When I came to Florida I wanted to experience the diverse ecosystem the state has to offer, but I was concerned about how these tour companies treat nature and wildlife. Wild Lime Adventures cares about nature and respects the wildlife all while showing you everything. No archaic alligator wrestling here, they frown upon it as they should. The guide was super helpful making sure everyone was happy and had what they needed. Would highly recommend for all age groups.
Justjill94/01/2022 -
Amazing experience, perfectly organised, very knowledgeable guide! Super cool experience! Tracy was an excellent tour guide. She is a biologist and knows so much about all the animals, plants, trees and ecosystems. Everything was perfectly organised. We defenitely recommend this wonder
Astrid B4/01/2022 -
Amazing Nature Tour Ben did an excellent job. He kept us informed of changes, was super friendly and gave a great tour. We were the first on and last off and he was engaged throughout. Fabian was our airboat guide and I was enthralled at his respect and love of the animals. Couldn’t have asked for more. I chose this tour over the other to see the Everglades and their inhabitants and “naturally” as possible. Did not disappoint
platinumani3/25/2022 -
Fantastic tour experience !!! Absolutely the highlight of our mini getaway! Ben is without a doubt, the best tour guide you could ask for. We saw so many alligators and so much other wildlife - birds, turtles, even an otter crossing our path! Ben is so knowledgeable and made the entire experience unforgettable. My husband and I will definitely come back for another tour, next time we are in Florida.
Monika N3/13/2022 -
The perfect way to spend 1/2 day in the Everglades/Big Cypress NP. This was the perfect way to do a short 1/2 day trip that included a 1-Hour Air Boat Ride and Nature Walk with Ben, a Naturalist, in Everglades National Park. We’d been to the park before and done the tram ride but the nature walk with Ben was so much more detailed and informative about the park, the eco-system, plants/trees, and all the animals we encountered. He took lots of questions and had all the answers. Highly recommend having... read moreThis was the perfect way to do a short 1/2 day trip that included a 1-Hour Air Boat Ride and Nature Walk with Ben, a Naturalist, in Everglades National Park. We’d been to the park before and done the tram ride but the nature walk with Ben was so much more detailed and informative about the park, the eco-system, plants/trees, and all the animals we encountered. He took lots of questions and had all the answers. Highly recommend having Ben as your Nature Walk guide! FYI you can meet the tour at a specific location across from the park if you have your own vehicle. We camped 20 minutes away at the NPS Monument Lake campground. Take the Loop Road trip if you can to stop for some walks. read less
James N3/11/2022 -
Excellent trip Excellent trip timely pick up from our hotel and a informative drive out to the Everyglades by Ben our friendly and informative guide. The nature walk part in the National park was enjoyable as we saw many of the local wildlife in there natural habitat including alligators. All the time with our guide keeping us safe and able to answer any questions asked. The air boat ride was also very exciting and informative. All in this was a... read moreExcellent trip timely pick up from our hotel and a informative drive out to the Everyglades by Ben our friendly and informative guide. The nature walk part in the National park was enjoyable as we saw many of the local wildlife in there natural habitat including alligators. All the time with our guide keeping us safe and able to answer any questions asked. The air boat ride was also very exciting and informative. All in this was a great fun trip.. read less
BlueNoseBrother3/07/2022 -
An outstanding tour from start to finish! Wild Lime Tours is wonderful in every way. Communication from booking was easy and updates were provided. Our knowledgeable and welcoming guide Ben created a wonderful ambience in our group of strangers. Midway through the tour we were sharing experiences and as a collective enjoyed the just in time explanations of life in the Everglades and Florida. Ben was kind, engaging and solicitous. Our boat trip was conducted by Elvis who made sure we... read moreWild Lime Tours is wonderful in every way. Communication from booking was easy and updates were provided. Our knowledgeable and welcoming guide Ben created a wonderful ambience in our group of strangers. Midway through the tour we were sharing experiences and as a collective enjoyed the just in time explanations of life in the Everglades and Florida. Ben was kind, engaging and solicitous. Our boat trip was conducted by Elvis who made sure we saw plenty of alligators! I can’t recommend this trip and company more highly! read less
Lynn2018Webster2/27/2022 -
Fantastic part day tour We chose Wild Lime because of their Google reviews. They did not disappoint. Our guide for the part day tour, Mike, was knowledgeable, informative and friendly. He pointed out and provided information on many birds, fish and alligators we would not have found without him. He also provided interesting information on flora and fauna. We learned a lot during our tour and are looking forward to returning for the full day tour. Robert, our airboat captain, was a member... read moreWe chose Wild Lime because of their Google reviews. They did not disappoint. Our guide for the part day tour, Mike, was knowledgeable, informative and friendly. He pointed out and provided information on many birds, fish and alligators we would not have found without him. He also provided interesting information on flora and fauna. We learned a lot during our tour and are looking forward to returning for the full day tour. Robert, our airboat captain, was a member of the Miccosukee tribe which made it extra special. We would highly recommend this tour. It was a great way to learn about the Everglades. read less
mnSportsFan12/16/2022 -
Fantastic intro to the Everglades We had a fantastic day with Ben and Mike. All the logistics from pick to drop were brilliant, including navigating our trip around a sea food festival! Lot of information on the eco systems and lots of fun. Both boat trips were great, simple but very good lunch and a great walk along boardwalk. Definitely converted us to the beauty of the area and has made us want to come back. Would definitely recommend the whole day trip.
9wrw2/13/2022 -
Saw a lot that we would have missed on our own We walked with Darren, our naturalist, in the Shark Valley area of the Everglades. Darren's wife, Katie, also joined us in an unofficial capacity, but she was extremely knowledgeable as well. We totally could have done the Shark Valley walk on our own, BUT there is no way we would have spotted as many animals or learned as much. Darren and Katie pointed out many creatures that we would have missed otherwise and taught us a lot... read moreWe walked with Darren, our naturalist, in the Shark Valley area of the Everglades. Darren's wife, Katie, also joined us in an unofficial capacity, but she was extremely knowledgeable as well. We totally could have done the Shark Valley walk on our own, BUT there is no way we would have spotted as many animals or learned as much. Darren and Katie pointed out many creatures that we would have missed otherwise and taught us a lot about them. The highlight was seeing several baby alligators. Wild Limes partners with the Miccosukee tribe for the air boat portion of the tour. Seeing the wildlife, especially alligators, on their land was remarkable. The only thing I would suggest is that the management change the paperwork regarding covid precautions they are taking. The company wasn't still doing all of what they said they were. For example, our confirmation said groups were being limited to only six people, but we were put on a van filled to capacity that held about 15 people. They did require masks on the van though. read less
WXY_DEF2/01/2022 -
Wonderful, well-organized tour. Instead of a pickup, they provided a meeting place that was too easy to find. The morning started with pouring rain and I worried the tour would be ruined. The Wild Lime team rescheduled the events, and the weather abated by the time we got on the first boat. Several adjustments had been made on the fly, but you couldn't tell. Everything worked out better than I could have hoped. Saw dolphins, gators, a tone of birds, even some... read moreInstead of a pickup, they provided a meeting place that was too easy to find. The morning started with pouring rain and I worried the tour would be ruined. The Wild Lime team rescheduled the events, and the weather abated by the time we got on the first boat. Several adjustments had been made on the fly, but you couldn't tell. Everything worked out better than I could have hoped. Saw dolphins, gators, a tone of birds, even some saltwater raccoons! read less
Justin2/01/2022 -
Awesome trip Well, this day was just awesome! Great overview of the different ecosystems of the Everglades, wonderful boat trips, amazing wildlife, delicious lunch and above all the best guide. Darren is knowledgable, makes sure everyone can make the most of the trip, well organised yet never in a hurry and a careful driver. Thank you for this beautiful day!
Elisabeth-C12/01/2022 -
Amazing Customer Experience So professional! Today, I got a message from Wild Lime Adventures about where to be picked up for my families' everglades tour. That is when I noticed that I accidently booked for 2/26 instead of 3/26. As my cancellation window had already passed, they could have easily charged me for the trip. I talked to one of their agents and explained my mistake and they graciously moved our tour to the intended 3/26 date. I know they had to... read moreSo professional! Today, I got a message from Wild Lime Adventures about where to be picked up for my families' everglades tour. That is when I noticed that I accidently booked for 2/26 instead of 3/26. As my cancellation window had already passed, they could have easily charged me for the trip. I talked to one of their agents and explained my mistake and they graciously moved our tour to the intended 3/26 date. I know they had to turn away potential customers but still didn't charge me for my mistake. This is customer service and I never write reviews. This had to be my one exception. Thank you, Wild Lime Adventures. read less
Tony G2/01/2022 -
A fun day from beginning to end! This was our first visit to Miami and we wanted to explore the Everglades. We chose this trip based on the positive reviews on TripAdvisor and we were not disappointed.. The day was well organized, informative and fun! Our guide Lindsay was very knowledgeable about the Everglades history, wildlife, people and ecosystems. We learned a lot from her. But this was not just a great learning experience ... it was also a lot of fun!... read moreThis was our first visit to Miami and we wanted to explore the Everglades. We chose this trip based on the positive reviews on TripAdvisor and we were not disappointed.. The day was well organized, informative and fun! Our guide Lindsay was very knowledgeable about the Everglades history, wildlife, people and ecosystems. We learned a lot from her. But this was not just a great learning experience ... it was also a lot of fun! An airboat ride through the river of grass (with plenty of alligators!), a hike through the cypress forest, lots of beautiful birds, a great lunch and a boat ride through the Ten Thousand Islands. We couldn't believe how much we got to do in one day! The van was comfortable and snacks and water were provided, as well as a full lunch. We really felt that we got our money's worth and would definitely recommend Wild Lime Adventures! We will very likely book another trip with Wild Lime Adventures the next time we are in Miami. read less
Zig S2/01/2022 -
Full Day Everglades with Wet Walk we had an amazing day in the Everglades and Big Cypress with Stacey. Her knowledge of the flora and fauna, enthusiasm and love of the area- all were infectious. We saw alligators, dolphins, egrets, roseate spoonbills, anhingas, and wood storks. We are so glad we took the time to explore this most beautiful part of our country. So close to Miami,yet a world away. Don't miss your opportunity to do this day trip if you are in the area.
getawaymom32/01/2022 -
Simply Awesome! We absolutely loved our day trip with dry hike to the everglades led by Lindsey. I cannot say enough about her incredible knowledge, cheerfulness, safe driving abilities (especially in Miami) and with a mixed bag of folks (family with three kids two couples and two solo travelers) her ability to make a tour fun for both adults and children alike. The tour had several showstopping highlights including the wonderfully informative dry hike (on a boardwalk so tennis/walking... read moreWe absolutely loved our day trip with dry hike to the everglades led by Lindsey. I cannot say enough about her incredible knowledge, cheerfulness, safe driving abilities (especially in Miami) and with a mixed bag of folks (family with three kids two couples and two solo travelers) her ability to make a tour fun for both adults and children alike. The tour had several showstopping highlights including the wonderfully informative dry hike (on a boardwalk so tennis/walking shoes are ok), stops at visitor centers, a historic trading post, and regular boat ride and swamp boat ride towards the end with awesome mirror like sky views on the swamp. Lindsey has an otherworldly ability to spot wildlife which led to some freaking awesome pictures. The tour itself was well planned for comfort, food (the restaurant was great!) snacks, hydration, ear protection, sunscreen, air conditioning when needed.... etc. Lindsey was energetic, witty and so informative (and truly an asset to Wild Lime Tours if I might add.) My husband and I highly recommend this tour! read less
Kathy S2/01/2022 -
Great Tour of the Everglades Even If You Are Not Visiting the Park for the Frist time My wife and I took this tour and we had a wonderful time. We had visited the park twice before (it is one of our favorite national parks) but our excellent guide Ben made the experience new and enriching. He clearly communicates his love for the park and he has a great sense of humor. We can not recommend this tour enough!
bandlady742/01/2022 -
Authentic, Educational, and Fun We spent 10 days in Florida, and this was easily the best thing we did! Stacy was an excellent tour guide, and it is obvious she loves what she does. She has a great knowledge of the ecology and history of the area. Once Stacy found out I'm a bird enthusiast, she happily pointed out all the birds to me - we even saw a very rare Snail Kite! One of the highlights was the airboat ride... read moreWe spent 10 days in Florida, and this was easily the best thing we did! Stacy was an excellent tour guide, and it is obvious she loves what she does. She has a great knowledge of the ecology and history of the area. Once Stacy found out I'm a bird enthusiast, she happily pointed out all the birds to me - we even saw a very rare Snail Kite! One of the highlights was the airboat ride from a member of the Miccosukee tribe. Not only was this a ton of fun, but we also were able to learn the history of his tribe and how they lived in the Everglades. Overall, we learned a lot from this tour, and it was a great time! read less
Kyler D2/01/2022 -
Wild Lime Adventures is GREAT! Lindsay did a wonderful job of leading us on a nature walk at Shark Valley. She was knowledgeable and fun. The weather forced us to swap a full day tour for a half-day tour. Ben was very accommodating and so courteous about our circumstances. Then, I left my hat on the van and they made arrangements to drop it at a hotel near me so I could pick it up. 5 stars all the way around!
84teacher1/30/2022 -
Monday Funday with Wild Lime I would recommend this tour to every person I know. The direct booking process was extremely easy. Ben was very responsive and helpful in answering my questions to include around transportation because I was only in town for a short time. They picked us up right on time and our Guide Lindsay was wonderful. She was extremely knowledgeable about the Everglades, local history and was very hands on during our Nature Walk. Lindsay also managed to memorize all 17... read moreI would recommend this tour to every person I know. The direct booking process was extremely easy. Ben was very responsive and helpful in answering my questions to include around transportation because I was only in town for a short time. They picked us up right on time and our Guide Lindsay was wonderful. She was extremely knowledgeable about the Everglades, local history and was very hands on during our Nature Walk. Lindsay also managed to memorize all 17 names of those on our tour by the time we arrived at the trail which was impressive. I have been on an Airboat in the past but this one was much better being guided by a local from the Miccosukee tribe. Super memorable and wonderful day. Wild Lime does it best. read less
Tiffany W1/20/2022 -
Wild Glades Tour Lindsay, our guide, was a joy from start to finish. Very well versed in all the flora and fauna of the Everglades. All our group appreciated her young and lovely style of sharing her knowledge and experience of the glades with us. She even told us about her favorites animals with the promise not to tell the manatees that her absolute super favorites are the dolphins! She coordinated with Captain Gary who showed us the 10,000 island... read moreLindsay, our guide, was a joy from start to finish. Very well versed in all the flora and fauna of the Everglades. All our group appreciated her young and lovely style of sharing her knowledge and experience of the glades with us. She even told us about her favorites animals with the promise not to tell the manatees that her absolute super favorites are the dolphins! She coordinated with Captain Gary who showed us the 10,000 island area where we spotted many dolphins and saw fish. He grew up there and he is a salty good humored and knowledgeable man with rich family ties to these islands. Lindsay saved the “Buffalo Tigers Air boat” tour for last. Captain Zach was impressive, behind his mild mannered Louisiana drawl was a young man with great respect for all the animals and they for him. Even the huge alligator, he has befriended, allowed us to take great photos which otherwise would have been impossible. In summary, our tour was excellent and Lindsay rocked it out in style. read less
Lorenzoantonio1/19/2022 -
Amazing walk and airboat ride through the Everglades I have to say it was one of the best guided tours I ever did. Lindsay our guide was really amazing. After our walk through the Everglades we met a ranger who told us that there is a python about one mile in the other direction. So all got really excited and Lindsay changed plans and we took a walk to get a look for the python. That was one of the best parts of the tour. After... read moreI have to say it was one of the best guided tours I ever did. Lindsay our guide was really amazing. After our walk through the Everglades we met a ranger who told us that there is a python about one mile in the other direction. So all got really excited and Lindsay changed plans and we took a walk to get a look for the python. That was one of the best parts of the tour. After that we did an amazing airboat ride which was a lot of fun and visited the gator ‘Mama’. I can really recommend this tour. It’s really worth it. read less
Jonathan1/01/2022 -
Florida trip from London Oh my god, Lindsay is possibly the funniest person I’ve ever met in my life. She had me crying with laughter all day. It was just so much fun. Really enjoyed this trip which was very informative. Lindsay knew everything about the wildlife and plants which really made the trip. Thanks for a great time Omar
Omar K1/01/2022 -
A great family morning We had a lovely morning with Wild Lime adventures on a hike through Shark Valley and an airboat tour through the Miccosukee lands in the Everglades. Ben was very helpful and accommodating with trip planning and making last minute changes to accommodate my family. First we had a walk with Ben through Shark Valley. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I learned from Ben, because I have actually been to Shark Valley many times before.... read moreWe had a lovely morning with Wild Lime adventures on a hike through Shark Valley and an airboat tour through the Miccosukee lands in the Everglades. Ben was very helpful and accommodating with trip planning and making last minute changes to accommodate my family. First we had a walk with Ben through Shark Valley. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I learned from Ben, because I have actually been to Shark Valley many times before. I appreciated learning more about birds and alligators and that he was careful to point out the native history of the area. Then we went down the street to the airboat tour. He partners with the Miccosukee guide to take us and he narrates along the way. I was surprised that we stopped at a small village way out on a mangrove island. It was absolutely beautiful. He very thoughtfully provided us water, snacks, and ear protection for the airboat ride. I have a new love and appreciation of this area and I will definitely be back. read less
Julie K1/01/2022 -
Two wonderful trips We did two tours with Wild Lime Adventures on consecutive days, both different but both excellent an d full of things to do. On the first day we started early and were driven down to the Keys to first go on a special snorkel tour alongside divers who were feeding nurse sharks. We the snorkellers got to watch and even stroke them ourselves at one point. We visited two sites and then head for lunch - fish... read moreWe did two tours with Wild Lime Adventures on consecutive days, both different but both excellent an d full of things to do. On the first day we started early and were driven down to the Keys to first go on a special snorkel tour alongside divers who were feeding nurse sharks. We the snorkellers got to watch and even stroke them ourselves at one point. We visited two sites and then head for lunch - fish tacos for me were great, though I could have eaten twice as much. In the afternoon we went kayaking - supposedly to find manatees - but we ended up going down mangrove tunnels which was a great experience as you had to dodge the mangroves and other kayakkers. The guide - Lindsey - was fun and perfect for the tour, helping people on the kayaks and diving down to the bottom to take pictures for me while snorkelling. The second day tour to the everglades was even better. First a 'wet walk' into a cypress dome. I had no idea what to expect as we trudged through water which got up to our thighs at one point, but suddenly the landscape became eerily beautiful, like no other. We saw plenty of wildlife too in the canals by the car park, loads of alligators. Then we went for lunch at a wonderful cuban restaurant which had a hearty vegan option for my wife too. We learnt a lot about Everglades city and the Mikosukee Indians from the excellent guide - Stacey . Next we went for a boat ride in the 10,000 islands park and finally an airboat ride which stopped at an Indian outpost where we sampled pumpkin fried bread - a must. The tour prices were quite high - $300 per person, and normally I would have booked all these things myself and driven from place to place, but this time I think we did the right thing in booking with Wildlime and letting them do all the hard work. Maybe we codl have saved a few dollars by booking the parts ourselves - we had a car after all - but every single experience was top notch, as were the guides, and their knowledge and experience meant that we just had to enjoy ourselves, which we did. Two great trips, loads of pictures and memories. Priceless. read less
shaunsouthern1/01/2022 -
Our introduction to the Everglades with Wild Lime Adventures Wild Lime Adventures went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and warm during our 1/2 day tour, especially as it was a last minute booking. Ben was a terrific and entertaining guide. He knew all our names and thoughtfully answered every question with intelligence and a sense of humor. We left learning much about the ecosystem of Florida and how it is dependent on the health of the Everglades. We saw stunning... read moreWild Lime Adventures went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and warm during our 1/2 day tour, especially as it was a last minute booking. Ben was a terrific and entertaining guide. He knew all our names and thoughtfully answered every question with intelligence and a sense of humor. We left learning much about the ecosystem of Florida and how it is dependent on the health of the Everglades. We saw stunning examples of wildlife at every turn, with Ben there to identify and talk about each one. As we drove past busloads/airboats jammed with tourists, we were very happy to be in a small group. Our airboat was guided by a local from the Miccosukee tribe, who talked about his experience growing up in the Everglades. For my next trip - and there will be one - I'll book Wild Lime Adventures. read less
Linda E1/01/2022 -
Wow! What an opportunity! What an amazing way to experience the Everglades and Cypress! Lindsay rates up with the best tour guides we have ever used. She is quite knowledgeable about the ecosystem and the human history of the area. Both of our boat captains were amazing as well. We highly recommend this to anyone who wants to experience the Everglades!
Jason W1/01/2022 -
Well-organized, informative tour! Highly recommended! Fantastic guides! The owner of the company was just great about communicating with us prior to the tour as we had to make some changes to our reservation, and then our tour guide was both friendly and knowledgeable. If we had just gone into the Everglades Natl. Park on our own and walked the trail there, we wouldn't have known what we were looking at, but she pointed out several plants and explained how the Native Americans used them,... read moreFantastic guides! The owner of the company was just great about communicating with us prior to the tour as we had to make some changes to our reservation, and then our tour guide was both friendly and knowledgeable. If we had just gone into the Everglades Natl. Park on our own and walked the trail there, we wouldn't have known what we were looking at, but she pointed out several plants and explained how the Native Americans used them, gave us a bit of history, had us such on sawgrass for water to show us how one can get moisture when it's unsafe to drink the water, and spotted many birds and even some gators. We had fun and learned a lot. She also made sure we had ponchos and blankets for the wind on the airboat, had water, snacks, and sunscreen handy, and took some great photos of my husband and me that Key Lime promptly sent us the next day at no extra charge. In short, everything was beautifully organized. Highly recommend this company! read less
deb_saxon1/01/2022 -
Great Day Tour through the Everglades Loved this tour! Such a beautiful place and so much wildlife. It was a cold day when we went, but we still saw a bunch of animals. Lots of birds, alligators, a turtle swimming on the airboat tour, dolphins, and more! Our tour guide was very informative, helpful and friendly. Definitely take this tour to get an all encompassing guide to the Everglades!
Keri C1/01/2022 -
Excellent Customer Service. A Superb Tour. We experienced some scheduling challenges, due to the pandemic. Ben, the owner, was extremely accommodating. After coming up with a date for the full day tour because of inclement weather, it was cancelled. Fortunately, Ben was able to book us for a ½ day tour. It gave us a taste of the Everglades. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Darren, our guide, provided us with the ideal balance of knowledge without being overwhelming and taking away from the... read moreWe experienced some scheduling challenges, due to the pandemic. Ben, the owner, was extremely accommodating. After coming up with a date for the full day tour because of inclement weather, it was cancelled. Fortunately, Ben was able to book us for a ½ day tour. It gave us a taste of the Everglades. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Darren, our guide, provided us with the ideal balance of knowledge without being overwhelming and taking away from the delight of experiencing the environment. He shared the history of the Everglades and explained in very digestible terms the ecosystem. The Everglades is not only essential to the flora and fauna that live there, but life sustaining to all of Florida including human. The airboat portion of our tour was guided by a member of the Miccosukee tribe. We learned that the Miccosukee tribe once lived throughout the Everglades in chickees and how they sustained themselves. He introduced us to “Mama,” an alligator he had grown up with since his teenage years. This tour was one of the highlights of our stay in the Miami area. Thank you very much. read less
chgosask1/01/2022 -
Excellent experience! And Guide Lindsey is outstanding! Lindsey made this an informative and entertaining adventure. From the timely meet up to the well- selected activities and guides. We learned about the Miccosukee tribe and their strong connection to the Everglades. Lindsey and the guides (air boat ride and boat ride out to the Gulf) were friendly and professional, and each offered a unique perspective about the environment and shared that knowledge and appreciation. We saw over 150 alligators(!), many birds, and dolphins. We also learned about... read moreLindsey made this an informative and entertaining adventure. From the timely meet up to the well- selected activities and guides. We learned about the Miccosukee tribe and their strong connection to the Everglades. Lindsey and the guides (air boat ride and boat ride out to the Gulf) were friendly and professional, and each offered a unique perspective about the environment and shared that knowledge and appreciation. We saw over 150 alligators(!), many birds, and dolphins. We also learned about medicinal plants growing in the region, and enjoyed a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Our group of about 14 included people of all ages, and all activities were well-suited to us all. Overall, a very enjoyable snd informative experience which I would recommend highly. read less
Dawn D12/29/2021 -
Amazing Everglades Adventure Amazing tour with Ben (owner) - knowledgeable, has a passion for wildlife, great teacher (held the full attention of our teenage boys) and went out of his way to accommodate our schedule. All expectations were exceeded. Would recommend them to anyone! The airboat tour and walk were the perfect combination. Would love to go back!
Kim K12/24/2021 -
What a fantastic tour! What a wonderful day! If you are a nature lover or just want to go out to Everglades with an incredibly knowledgeable guides on a very well organized tour this is it! We did whole day trip starting with wet walk and it was one of the most unique ways to experience Big Cyprus National Preserve. Seeing it from the distance doesn't give it justice. Walking through it with water sometimes up to your knees absolutely fantastic. Great guides,... read moreWhat a wonderful day! If you are a nature lover or just want to go out to Everglades with an incredibly knowledgeable guides on a very well organized tour this is it! We did whole day trip starting with wet walk and it was one of the most unique ways to experience Big Cyprus National Preserve. Seeing it from the distance doesn't give it justice. Walking through it with water sometimes up to your knees absolutely fantastic. Great guides, great organization, great day! read less
witeczek7712/24/2021 -
Majestic Everglades So great. The tour guide was so kind with the children and answered all the questions asked. She did a fantastic job driving, educating us on the parks, and the tour was so well planned out. The Cuban lunch was unexpected and delicious! Thank you guys for an outstanding tour. We'll be back next time. Happy new year!!
Peter R12/23/2021 -
Great trip and experience Very pleasant visit to the Everglades national park. Mike is a great guide. He told us about the history of the area, very familiar with every bird and gators we saw during the trip, very knowledgeable. We saw a lot of alligators during our trip. Some babies some really HUGE ones. The airboat is very cool and trill as well. Worth to take this trip instead of just a 30mins airboat tour that I’m sure you won’t be able... read moreVery pleasant visit to the Everglades national park. Mike is a great guide. He told us about the history of the area, very familiar with every bird and gators we saw during the trip, very knowledgeable. We saw a lot of alligators during our trip. Some babies some really HUGE ones. The airboat is very cool and trill as well. Worth to take this trip instead of just a 30mins airboat tour that I’m sure you won’t be able to learn and enjoy the beauty of the Everglades. Besides the trip, I want to mention that the pickup is very well organized as well. Car is very clean, have water, drinks and some snacks prepared. The equipments looks in good condition and well sanitized as well. I would choose wild lime again for other activities if coming back to Miami. read less
Lily C12/11/2021 -
Very fun and educational! Lindsey was informative and made it fun for our group! I had so much fun of the airboat ride and got to see quite a few alligators. On the nature walk we found a mama and baby alligator and then another one growled at us as we were leaving! He must have wanted us
Pete K12/06/2021 -
Amazing Day! What a great all day adventure! Our guide Darren was knowledgeable and to be with. On the air boat ride we got to see an alligator eating a turtle! Crunch! The wet work was exciting and not as creepy as I thought it would be. Lunch was at a Cuban restaurant and then another boat ride in the 10,000 islands area. So many different eco systems. Lots of education and unforgettable experiences!
Gretchen H12/01/2021 -
fun time in Everglades with Darren we loved our full day tour: wet hike & Everglades adventure led by an experienced naturalist (Darren). the highlight was Darren- an educated and enthusiastic biologist and we learned a lot, and enjoyed his company. first we admired all the egrets, cormorants and anhingas by the canal as we drove into the everglades, then the alligators! the wet hike in the cypress forest/swamp was totally different and wonderful. then we had a fun lunch at the Havana Cafe. we... read morewe loved our full day tour: wet hike & Everglades adventure led by an experienced naturalist (Darren). the highlight was Darren- an educated and enthusiastic biologist and we learned a lot, and enjoyed his company. first we admired all the egrets, cormorants and anhingas by the canal as we drove into the everglades, then the alligators! the wet hike in the cypress forest/swamp was totally different and wonderful. then we had a fun lunch at the Havana Cafe. we enjoyed captain cody on his narrated boat ride thru the Everglades, and also the air boat ride. these are people that have grown up in the Everglades and have a lot of experience there. all in all, I recommend this highly and would do another tour with Wild Lime (maybe the same tour in a different season, to see different things like blooming orchids). another plus: we had no insects!! read less
winterss12/01/2021 -
Do yourself a favor and DO THIS TOUR!!! This was our first trip to the Everglades National Park and so we wanted to make the best of it. We opted for this tour as it was highly rated and seemed very up front on what to expect. It absolutely delivered on all levels and more! Our guide, Darren, was awesome! He was also very friendly and knowledgeable; due to some programs we had watched we had a lot of questions for him about local wildlife... read moreThis was our first trip to the Everglades National Park and so we wanted to make the best of it. We opted for this tour as it was highly rated and seemed very up front on what to expect. It absolutely delivered on all levels and more! Our guide, Darren, was awesome! He was also very friendly and knowledgeable; due to some programs we had watched we had a lot of questions for him about local wildlife and he was able to discuss all of them intelligently. Once in the park he gave us the wildlife disclaimer, because wildlife usually doesn't show up when you ask it to. Seconds later we walked into an Alligator chilling next to the trail head. It just kept getting better from there! By the end of the nature walk, we really felt very lucky to have seen as much wildlife activity as we did! Of note: most of the walk is along a paved path that runs next to a natural channel. I saw some reviews frown at this, but i assure you that the wildlife in that channel is very wild, and you will appreciate the ease of travel versus the unpaved trails you will walk. Do not let that deter you, believe me! From there we went to the airboat ride on the Indian reservation. This was well thought out by the tour, including having vital hearing protection ready for us as these boats are LOUD!! I felt bad for the other people on the boat who were not a part of our tour as they did not have them. This was the portion of the trip which required masks (as seen in our photos) as this is an Indian reservation requirement. It was not an issue for us nor did it take away from the experience. The airboat ride was just the right length, and the tree island village was very nice. One of the best parts: they picked us up from our hotel and dropped us off at the end of the day! We did not even have to drive anywhere for the tour, which was amazing!! All in all it was money very well spent. Highly highly recommend this tour for the information and context you will be provided on everything you will see in the park, and beyond. read less
Traveler27262312/01/2021 -
Very interesting and enjoyable experience for me, my husband and our 7 yr old child! We really enjoyed the entire day! It was a really wonderful experience. It was me, my husband, and our 7 year old child. We enjoyed seeing dolphins, alligators, different type of birds, and just exploring the nature. We drove around with a big, clean, and comfortable car. Our guide, Mike, is friendly and very knowledgeable about the ecosystem and historical culture of the area. We have been on 2 boat rides exploring the beautiful Everglades ecosystem, and a hike... read moreWe really enjoyed the entire day! It was a really wonderful experience. It was me, my husband, and our 7 year old child. We enjoyed seeing dolphins, alligators, different type of birds, and just exploring the nature. We drove around with a big, clean, and comfortable car. Our guide, Mike, is friendly and very knowledgeable about the ecosystem and historical culture of the area. We have been on 2 boat rides exploring the beautiful Everglades ecosystem, and a hike to the alligator hole! The whole trip is very interesting and informative! This tour is a MUST if you love the outdoors and exploring the nature! read less
dee a12/01/2021 -
Successful corporate event thanks to Wild Lime I cannot recommend Wild Lime enough, especially as someone unfamiliar with South Florida and had to plan a corporate event for a group of 8. Stacy and her team were extremely professional, communicative, hospitable, and took care of absolutely everything from the time I reached out to them (about 2 weeks before the trip), to the week of, the day of, and afterwards. They were very accommodating, picking us up and returning us to our Airbnb in Miami Beach,... read moreI cannot recommend Wild Lime enough, especially as someone unfamiliar with South Florida and had to plan a corporate event for a group of 8. Stacy and her team were extremely professional, communicative, hospitable, and took care of absolutely everything from the time I reached out to them (about 2 weeks before the trip), to the week of, the day of, and afterwards. They were very accommodating, picking us up and returning us to our Airbnb in Miami Beach, and it was a pleasure listening to Stacy share her knowledge and passion about the Everglades. Also, I definitely want to mention that Stacy is a very safe and capable driver - she handled a crazy Miami traffic situation perfectly (basically a crazy car switched over 2 lanes and through a median very suddenly and without warning to get to an exist and would have hit us if it weren't for Stacy). read less
Edward J12/01/2021 -
Nature, gators and motor!!! Yass! Fun fun fun! Lindsay, the tour guide gave us an exceptional tour around the everglades. Tons of information (that girl knows her stuff). While we were enjoying and photographing the wonderful sights of the canals and creeks, she pointed out the fascinating fauna that we could only marvel at. Then in between the air boat rides, the boat captain introduced us to his long time friend - Mama, the alligator, who was sweet and tolerant enough to let us... read moreFun fun fun! Lindsay, the tour guide gave us an exceptional tour around the everglades. Tons of information (that girl knows her stuff). While we were enjoying and photographing the wonderful sights of the canals and creeks, she pointed out the fascinating fauna that we could only marvel at. Then in between the air boat rides, the boat captain introduced us to his long time friend - Mama, the alligator, who was sweet and tolerant enough to let us pet her!!! Yes, I petted an alligator in the everglades - that's a story to tell your friends!!! A great experience, and highly recommended if you're in Florida. read less
Soumanjoy D12/01/2021