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Private Everglades National Park Photography, Birding and Wildlife Safari

Private Everglades National Park Photography, Birding and Wildlife Safari

Overview

Whether you are an amateur or a professional, this Private Photo Safari is the best way to photograph Everglades National Park’s wildlife. A very stable, flat-decked power boat is your shooting platform. Using an electric trolling motor, your guide will position you for the best shots. Unlike a shared tour, on a private tour, you and your shots are our only concern.

When shooting outdoors, lighting is extremely important. Lighting is best in the mornings and late afternoons. We depart before sunrise in the morning to be in position as soon as there is enough light to shoot. In the evening, we return after sunset. Since sunrise and sunset times vary throughout the year, we will contact you prior to your tour to arrange the actual meet time.

Our guides are on the water every day, year-round and have a good idea of the wildlife patterns. They can get you in position while the lighting is good.

Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

City: Everglades National Park

Mon 12 May

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Starting at $549.95

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Mon 12 May

Starting at $549.95

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What's Included

Professional Master Naturalist Guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Everglades National Park

Most of the 1.5 million acres in the Everglades National Park are flooded and essentially out of reach for average photographers and birders. But, not on this private experience. This Photo Safari opens up the vastness of the the Everglades. Lighting conditions are important early mornings and late afternoons are best. On the morning tours, we depart before sunrise and on the afternoon tours we are back after sunset. Many photographers enjoy shooting while standing in the water or on a remote sand beach. We encourage our guests to stay overnight locally as we arrive back at dark on the afternoon tours and leave at dawn in the mornings.

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All private photography boat tours are customized based on your desires, the season, the wildlife and the weather. A flat-decked boat with room for a tripod is your platform. Your guide will position the boat as your require for the best shots for you and one guest.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (21)

robwS9869YX

Apr 2024

Dan was very knowledgeable and friendly! Asked what we were hoping to see and put us very close to some gorgeous birds including a recently fledged eagle. Surprised to see mother / calf dolphins swimming in shallow lagoon. We were in saltwater so unable to view gators but Dan told us several nearby viewing opportunities to stop by on our way out. Great experience!

Response from Host

Apr 2024

We're delighted you enjoy your time on the water with Dan, he does his best to make sure you get the most from your tour. Sounds like you saw many wonderful things and got so many wonderful sights out of your excursion. Thank you so much for touring with us and taking the time to review.

Linda L

Mar 2024

This tour is a small, no frills operation. You meet up at a little business on the island and after checking in, you hop on an extended golf cart to head to the dock. The captain/tour guide is a friendly and super knowledgeable naturalist. You learn about all aspects of these estuaries around the Ten Thousand Islands on the edge of Everglades National Park. Two hours flies by and you see birds everywhere. We did see a dolphin or two fishing near us. This is not a tour to see alligators, but the guide can give you info on where to see them after the tour. He gave lots of changes to photograph the wildlife as well as to explain many many details of how this ecosystem works. As a couple we enjoyed it and it would also be good for families or individuals. 6 is the max number of participants. Do it!

Response from Host

Mar 2024

We're So glad you enjoyed your time aboard and got to see many of the beautiful things and creatures The Everglades has to offer. Our guides really love what they do and it really seems to show in their work. We truly think the excursion is a better experience because we keep the groups smaller, thank you for noticing. Thank you so much for touring with us and leaving a review.

infoT2545TE

Mar 2024

Everglades is now doubt a fantastic place to explore Florida wildlife. However the climatechange, el nino and other factors has made the numer of birds decrease from year to year. (from what I have heard from locals). Nevertheless it is stil an amazing place especially for Europeans to visit. We found small spots with healthy birdlife. Especially in the northern part of the National park.

Response from Host

Mar 2024

It is a shame what's happening to the creatures all over our planet. We're glad you enjoyed your time aboard and seeing the wildlife in this amazing piece of the Earth. Thank you so much for touring with us and taking the time to leave a review.