After the airboat ride, I thought I could go home happy - but the day just got better and better. Julio was a great guide, very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw lots of wildlife, including gators, dolphins and lots of birds (including a couple of life birds!), and thoroughly enjoyed our day. It's true you could do these activities on our own but it was worth every penny to have a guide with a science background, and to not have to do the driving! Highly recommended.