Sawgrass Recreation Park is only a 25-minute drive from downtown Fort Lauderdale, in the heart of the Florida Everglades. Begin with a 30-minute airboat tour of the Everglades, and skim along the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour (64 kph) while learning about the area’s subtropical ecosystem from the experienced captain. Look for a variety of wildlife, like alligators, fish, turtles and wading birds. After the airboat ride, check out the exhibits inside Sawgrass Recreation Park: The Reptile Exhibit features dozens of species that are both native and exotic to Florida — from turtles, iguanas and snakes to Cannibal, an intimidating 1,000-pound (454-kg) alligator. The park’s handlers are always happy to show and tell how these animals live and survive in the wild. Bring a camera to capture the 'Hold a Baby Alligator' experience. In the Glades Exhibit, learn about the history of the area and its conservation efforts in a video presentation.
Up close to alligators on your guided tour
Everyone get a chance to hold a baby alligator!
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Race through The Everglades!
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