Wow, that was one of the coolest things I've done while in Florida. I've been on the fan boat tours and done my own walking along some of the walkways along Alligator alley but this was something totally different. We walked straight in the glades, right off the road in the Everglades park. Straight into the reeds at specific areas where Garl, our guide, knew what to find. The variety of plants, birds, and animals (frogs, turtles, snakes, and gators) was amazing to see; particularly in that we were TOTALLY in their natural environment. Garl has a huge amount of information to pass on as you go along on just about everything you see in there. After a couple of these walks, each with it's own variation, we moved over to the lakes where we had a quick lunch and then an incredible kayak among numerous gators. Going through the channels, they were right there with you. Incredible! We finished the kayaking with a bit of wine and cheese to toast the sunset and take in the surroundings while drifting along. We then packed the kayaks and headed out thinking we were done for the day only to end up a specific park site with extensive boardwalks heading into the glades. It was totally dark now and, while a pleasant evening/place, I was thinking what's the point. Then Garl let us in on a little trick of the trade that made this an amazing part of the tour. Won't give it away but it's a highlight of the day. If you have an adventurous spirit, don't mind a bit of mud on your feet and want to experience something very few others who visit the glades ever do, then Garl's operation is the one to choose. Nothing else that I've seen or heard of comes close. Thanks Garl! P.S. For those like me who are a big fan of snakes, I can say that even when we came across them, it wasn't a big deal. Quite amazing actually and totally safe. Go for it!