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All Programs at the Everglades Institute

Discover Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. The area boasts rare and endangered species, such as the American crocodile, Florida panther, and West Indian manatee. The Everglades National Park has been designated an International Biosphere Reserve, a World Heritage Site, and a Wetland of International Importance, in recognition of its significance to all the people of the world. Join us at the Everglades Institute for an immersive experience in the Florida Everglades. Tours include kayaking, hiking, birding, and more. Book online.

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Paddling in the Park: Guided Canoe Trip Through Nine Mile Pond $79

Immerse yourself in the Everglades wilderness with this guided, primitive paddle as we study tropical hammock, sawgrass prairie, and mangrove ecology, the influence of water flow on Everglades ecosystems and how humans have impacted the environment in the Park. Meet your experienced Institute Naturalist at Nine Mile Pond.

Florida Bay Eco Adventure At Flamingo $219

Explore “off the beaten track” in Florida Bay by powerboat, paddle through the mangrove forests in Lake Ingram and go ashore on Cape Sable’s remote, seldom visited natural beach. This can be a great chance to see American Saltwater Crocodiles, along with some of the many birds Everglades National Park is famous for.  Your Captain and Naturalist will help you learn about the ecosystems and wildlife of the mangrove forests, along with stories of the fascinating history of early settlers on a full-day adventure.