Top Florida Nature Walks

Explore the Everglades National Park with a naturalist guide, including an airboat ride and a nature walk, on this half-day tour. Learn about the area ecosystems and view alligators and local birdlife. On the smaller air boat, travel way out far from land and become immersed in the culture and remote beauty of the Native way of life, including a stop to a Native tree island village or two. A narrated scenic drive led by the master naturalist and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, or the port in Ft. Lauderdale or Miami included.

Many ghost tours add a lot of maybe-it-could-have-happened kind of talk, but this St. Augustine Haunted History Ghost Tour is led by a straight-shooting paranormal investigator. You’ll visit spooky sites in the city like Huguenot Cemetery, Tolomato Cemetery, and St. George Street, and hear about true tales from St. Augustine’s haunted past. Plus, your guide teaches you about devices, methods, and techniques used in paranormal investigation.

The state of Florida has a history of human habitation stretching back at least 14000 years. Take a guided tour of the Jungle Prada Site in St. Petersburg to uncover Native American history as you walk through an archaeological site of the Tocobaga tribe. Learn about the ancient peoples and the Spanish conquistadors that landed in the area in 1528 and enjoy time roaming around the lush property.

Explore the real Everglades with a master naturalist on this full-day adventure. Enjoy a Ten Thousand Islands boat tour to spot birds, manatees, and dolphins; and a master-naturalist-led dry nature hike in Big Cypress National Preserve. Also included are a 1-hour airboat ride far from land into the River of Grass; a visit to a Native tree island village only accessible via boat; time at a historical trading post, and lunch.

Snorkel with manatees in the Crystal River on a wildlife tour that gets you close to the West Indian Manatees that flock to the Crystal River's many freshwater springs. Learn about the remarkable manatees and the ecosystem they depend on, then slip into the water to see the manatees as they swim and feed. Wetsuits and all snorkeling equipment are included in this Crystal River manatee tour, with warm drinks served on board the boat.

Spice up any Florida vacation with a cruise on the Gulf of Mexico. Beginning in St. Petersburg, enjoy a beautiful sunset (depending upon the time of year) and listen to live music on board the elegant 'StarLite Sapphire' yacht. Choose from the open-air observation deck or the climate-controlled cabin inside. Either way, the view is spectacular. Then dance the night away or take a romantic stroll along the deck.

Explore Kings Bay in a relaxing way on a scenic cruise. Sail around the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and look for local wildlife as your captain shares the history of the area. Manatees, dolphins, otters, and turtles are often spotted in the area. The boat is fully covered for protection from sun and rain.

Avoid crowded bars and opt for a more fun way to listen to great music and enjoy your favorite drinks—a cruise that passes through downtown Fort Lauderdale, Port Everglades, and Las Olas Boulevard. No need to worry about expensive bar tabs—you can bring your own drinks and use the cooler boxes on the boat. As the sun sets, get spectacular views of Fort Lauderdale’s skyline and sail past luxurious yachts and mansions.

Spend some time on the water with this half-day sailing charter in Fort Lauderdale. When out to sea, sit back and relax on the boat or jump in for a swim or to snorkel. The boat is equipped with shaded seating areas, a Bluetooth speaker, a freshwater shower, and snorkeling and other water activity equipment. Plus, the captain can instruct you on how to sail yourself.

Harken back to yesteryear on a fun Fort Lauderdale sightseeing cruise aboard the Carrie B paddlewheeler. Sail past the "yachts and homes of the rich and famous" along the New River and Intracoastal Waterway in Port Everglades. Spend time on the open sun deck or sit outside under a canopy or in air-conditioned comfort on the main deck. The captain narrates the tour. Full bar service and light snacks are available to purchase.

A boutique wax museum and historical attraction, a visit to Potter’s Wax Museum lets visitor see over 160 wax figures, including Princess Diana, Albert Einstein, and Angelina Jolie. Walk through the oldest wax museum in the country for a quirky afternoon activity fit for the whole family.

Glide through Fort Lauderdale’s downtown, residential, and beachside routes on this entertaining guided Segway tour. Learn about Fort Lauderdale’s celebrity mansions, yachts, and hot spots on a 5- or 10-mile loop around the city. Segway training, helmet, and safety equipment are included. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group experience limited to eight people per guide.

Rent a jet ski in Ft. Lauderdale and head out to discover the intracoastal waterways. Check out the mansions and yachts that line the waterways during this excursion. Feel the exhilaration of the jet ski while exploring the area at your own pace. Life jackets and water-tight bags for your belongings are provided.

Discover the unexpected history of America's first Gypsy Vanner Horses on this tour of Gypsy Gold Horse Farm. Wander past trees lined with Spanish moss en route to the stables, where you can meet Gypsy Vanner Horses, famed for their beauty. This tour provides an introduction to a niche bit of Florida history and provides information about an uncommon breed of horses.

Discover Florida’s wild Everglades on an exciting full-day tour from the Greater Fort Myers area. Travel by airboat deep into the secluded Western Everglades, explore Big Cypress National Preserve by van and foot, and take a leisurely cruise through a mangrove forest. Enjoy commentary from your naturalist guide as you spot manatees, dolphins, and native birds and lunch .

Experience Miami’s Art Deco District through its cocktail scene on this glamorous tour that hits four of the neighborhood’s outstanding hotels. Sip signature cocktails as you learn about the people and events that shaped the district’s culture including hurricanes, the mafia, noveau riche entrepreneurs, and even the television show Miami Vice. As you walk to each venue, your local guide shares stories and insights. Cocktails, fees, and bartender gratuities are included—just bring yourself and some sensible walking shoes.

One of our friendly guides will pick you up from your downtown hotel before setting off on your drive to Sawgrass Recreation Park. For your convenience, there are three departure times for this tour daily, including an 8:30 am departure which ensures that you enjoy the first airboat rides of the day! Relax as your driver gets you to your destination efficiently in the comfort and style of a Mercedes Metris van. Hop on one of the park’s thrilling airboats and glide across miles of the river while you learn about the Everglades and the wildlife within it. Be sure to keep an eye out for alligators! Once you are finished with your exciting Everglades experience, your driver will get you back to your hotel in no time at all so that you can relax and reminisce on your exciting day.

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore Fort Lauderdale's Las Olas Riverwalk along the New River. We'll point out and tell you all about the attractions, buildings, statues, parks, memorials and more that make up the incredibly beautiful Riverwalk. Aside from the sights, you'll learn a bit about Fort Lauderdale's history, the river and it's natural beauty. Tour highlights include the Esplanade Park, History Fort Lauderdale, Hoch Heritage Center, Thrive Sculpture, the New River Yacht Club, the Stranahan House and much more! Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 17,000+ happy customers.

Explore the wealth of islands and mangrove islets off the coast of southwest Florida during this fun tour of the 10,000 Islands. Hop aboard a boat in Goodland and sail into the Gulf of Mexico’s waters where you’ll embark on an eco adventure near Cape Romano. Sail in search of wildlife like dolphins and seabirds. Once you’ve arrived on a remote barrier island, you’ll hop out and walk along the beach, scouring the tidal pools for seashells.

Go deep into Big Cypress National Preserve on a small-group wet walk led by a Florida Master Naturalist, then take an hour-and-20 minutes long boat trip through the Ten Thousand Islands of Everglades National Park. With a naturalist guide you will identify plants and animals throughout the day, you’ll watch for rare orchids, bromeliads, manatees, dolphins, and the many birds that thrive in Florida’s vast swamps. Also embark on a 1-hour air boat trip way out in the real Everglades, with stops at Native American tree island villages. Lunch and other eco and cultural experiences are also included. The full-day tour includes transport from greater Fort Lauderdale and Miami, making it a great way to explore Florida’s fascinating ecosystems even with limited time.

Discover the beauty and diversity of Everglades National Park on an exciting wildlife boat tour from Fort Myers. In a small group, travel deep into the sleepy wetlands of the Everglades’ Ten Thousand Islands to learn about rare local flora and spot native animals. Spend time with an expert guide, learning about the unique ecosystem and snapping photos of alligators, sea turtles, manatees, native birds and more.

This trip includes a lot! You will go out in the remote estuary ecosystem of Everglades National Park, and you could see dolphins jump with or near the boat! There is always the chance to spot manatees, critically endangered sawtooth fish, and more as well! There are many bird species to take in, including the roseate spoonbill and white pelican. Get off on a remote island to explore while listening to the fascinating lore of the Old Everglades from your multi-generational captain guide. We will visit an historic trading post. We are one of only a handful of permitted tour providers to be able to take visitors into the actual national park. This trip combines this saltwater region with the fresh water swamps of Big Cypress. Our tours are led by experienced naturalist guides. Our specialty is seeing wildlife where it should be experienced, in the wild! Never to places with animals in cages and pens. This tour combines history with ecology. See why we are so passionate about what we do!

Gypsy Gold is the foundation farm for the Gypsy Vanner Horse. Dennis Thompson imported the first 16 of the breed, named the breed and created the worlds first registry for a horse created by British Gypsies.