We booked a half-day Everglades tour and it was one of the highlights of our trip, an excellent way to experience a variety of ecosystems in a short amount of time.
Suzette helped us with the booking and was very accommodating and flexible which was greatly appreciated. She also helped us choose what clothes and shoes to wear on the trip which was a big help. Our guide, Don, was knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. We began driving through the Everglades and stopped at a few culverts to view alligators up close which was amazing! We also saw an enormous crocodile form a distance down in a canal. Next we set out on our kayaks in Florida Bay. It was beautiful and we saw a plethora of wildlife including birds, sting rays, manatees, and lemon sharks. Lastly, we sloughed around a cypress dome which was such a beautiful and unique experience. Don was able to answer all of our questions and share his knowledge about the ecosystems along the way.
We only had one day to see the Everglades and we are so glad we went with this tour. They really pack in a good variety of experiences so we felt like we got a good introduction to the park in our short time.
Overall everything about our dealings with Garl's was positive, from the booking to the end of the trip. I highly recommend them, especially if you only have a short amount of time to devote to Everglades National Park. You will see so much more and experience so much more compared to seeing the park on your own.