Everglades National Park: Self Guided Driving Audio Tour

Overview

Itinerary

1. 1
   10 min

   Coming up is a short detour to the Anhinga Trails, the parku2019s most popular hikes. Anhinga is a mile-long boardwalk that loops through a robust sawgrass marsh. If youu2019re hoping to see some wetlands wildlife, this is the trail for you.nnThe tour is over 48 miles long, with more than 39 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.nnNew, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

2. 2
   15 min

   Coming up soon is Christian Point Trail. If youu2019re looking to get away from the crowds a little, this might be the trail for you, as itu2019s not one of the more popular ones in the park. Itu2019s slightly more challenging than some other trails in the park, but still ranks only at a moderate difficulty. The whole thing is four miles round trip, and leads to another wide-open view of the shoreline accessible from Snake Bight Trail.

3. 3
   10 min

   Just ahead is a quick detour to the Mahogany Hammock Trail. This boardwalk trail winds a half-mile through a dense jungle of hardwood trees, and takes about 10 minutes to complete. But thereu2019s more than just lush greenery on display here. The trail is also home to the largest living mahogany tree in the entire United States!

4. 4
   10 min

   Coming up soon is the Everglades Outpost, a wildlife rescue where you can meet over 200 exotic animals. In 1991, Bob and Barbara Freer took it upon themselves to rescue and rehabilitate animals which would otherwise be put down. They started with small birds and raccoons, but soon expanded to camels, lemurs, big cats, and more! Most of these animals were kept as illegal exotic pets before entering the Freersu2019 care, and the goal is always to release them back into their original habitats.

5. 5
   10 min

   Throughout the early 1900s, large swaths of the Everglades were drained, filled in, and turned into agricultural or residential land. Hunting of the local wildlife was rampant and unchecked. It seemed only a matter of time before the entire wetland would be wiped off the face of the earth.

6. 6
   15 min

   Coming up is West Lake Trail. This half-mile boardwalk leads out to West Lake and offers clear views across the water. It takes about 10 minutes to walk, and is a great stop for anyone hoping to see some of the parku2019s marine wildlife. The water isnu2019t particularly clear, but see if you can spot the telltale ripples of an alligator or crocodile swimming across the lake! If you were a deer, would you be able to see it approaching in time to escape?

7. 7
   10 min

   Earnest F. Coe may be called the Father of the Everglades, but he didnu2019t create this park all by himself. He had help, especially from Marjory Stoneman Douglas. Douglas worked as a columnist for the Miami Herald and was known for her fiery advocacy for womenu2019s rights, racial justice, and conservation. She joined Coeu2019s fight in the 1920s and put her facility with language to work in defense of the Everglades. She wrote columns to capture the public imagination and wrote letters to Congress making her case.

8. 8
   10 min

   Coming up soon is Pa-Hay-Okee Lookout Tower. Accessible via a short boardwalk, this observation platform affords visitors panoramic views of the u201criver of grassu201d that makes up much of the Everglades. Itu2019s a quick, 5-minute detour, and well worth a stop.

9. 9
   10 min

   Coming up is a short detour to the Gumbo Limbo Trail. Gumbo Limbo is only a half-mile long. Itu2019s paved, shaded, and winds through a thick grove of hardwood trees and lush ferns. It is easy and can be completed in about 15 minutes.

10. 10
    15 min

    Up ahead is Nine Mile Pond Trail. One crucial thing sets this trail apart from others: Itu2019s not on land! This is a canoe trail. Visitors with boats can paddle the 5-mile loop through shallow, grassy marsh, not just taking in the natural scenery from a distance, but actually passing through it! The water levels are generally high enough in the fall and winter, though conditions can vary in the case of a drought.

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    10 min

    Welcome to your tour of the Everglades! This unique, delicate ecosystem is unlike anywhere else on earth. Get ready to explore this remarkable place, learn about its history, and find out what the future may hold for the Everglades.nnNote: This 48+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of the Everglades in 3-4 hours.nnNew, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

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    15 min

    Up next is Snake Bight Trail. Donu2019t let the name scare you. Thatu2019s B-I-G-H-T, not B-I-T-E. A bight is a kind of bay, and thatu2019s exactly what youu2019ll find here. This 3.6-mile out-and-back trail ventures through lush, shaded jungle before opening out onto a scenic bay. It takes about an hour to walk on average, but itu2019s also open to bikes with the exception of the brief boardwalk portion at the end.

13. 13
    10 min

    Just ahead is Pineland Trail, where you can get up close with the most endangered ecosystem in the Everglades. This half-mile, paved loop runs through a forest of lush green pines, palmettos, and wildflowers. It feels like strolling through a primordial rainforest!

14. 14
    15 min

    Looking for a glimpse of civilization? Youu2019ll find it just ahead, at the Flamingo Visitor Center. This comprehensive visitor center has all the usual trappings youu2019d expect, like snacks, restrooms, and an information booth, but it also offers quite a bit more. Want to rent a canoe or kayak? Theyu2019ve got them! How about a bicycle? That too!

15. 15
    15 min

    Just ahead is the Eco Pond Trail. If youu2019ve been dying to see more Everglades wildlife, this is the perfect stop for you. This half-mile trail loops around a small pond thatu2019s almost always packed with wading birds, ducks, songbirds, and more. Plus, keep an eye on the waters for softshell turtles and alligators!

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How To Access: After booking, youu2019ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search u201caudio touru201d in emails and texts). u2022 Download the separate tour app by Action u2022 Enter the password sent by email and text. u2022 MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. u2022 Works offline after download.
• How to start touring: Open Actionu2019s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. u2022 If there is just one tour, launch it. u2022 If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first storyu2019s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
• Please note that an entrance fee is required to visit Everglades National Park. This fee grants access to the park for seven consecutive days and is not included with this tour.
• Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
• The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you donu2019t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car

Cancellation policy

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

• ✓ 100% refund24 hours or more before the start time
• ✕ 0% refundLess than 24 hours before the start time

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