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Before the intrusion of man, alligators used to own South Florida. Times have changed, however, and now there's a daily struggle between man and beast. It's that struggle that keeps Paul Bedard and Jimmy Riffle busy. The "Gator Boys" operate an animal facility in the Everglades, with the goal to cap… MORE
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Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides
21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332
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Gator Boys

21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332
4.5(141)
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Before the intrusion of man, alligators used to own South Florida. Times have changed, however, and now there's a daily struggle between man and beast. It's that struggle that keeps Paul Bedard and Jimmy Riffle busy. The "Gator Boys" operate an animal facility in the Everglades, with the goal to cap… MORE

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(954) 434-8111
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evergladesholidaypark.com

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Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides

Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides

Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours and Rides

4.3

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Open until 5:00 PM
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Lupe GarciaLupe Garcia
Very great experience! We seen alligators and got to learn new facts about the area. I'm glad I took the time to visit here with my family. It was the first time I tried gator tots or frog legs. I really enjoyed the gift shop also. If your thinking about going here these are things to consider do you love to have fun & go fast on a air boat ? I sure did ! We glided across the water so smoothly & it was absolutely adventurous! Also do you love to create wonderful memories with your friends and family because this is it! Bring your phone or camera fully charged because the pictures are priceless. The airboat captain was so hilarious and made us all feel safe ....kinda ...just kidding. He had plenty of jokes but took his job serious. We had an amazing good time. The school was having a tour so we weren't able to see the gator show but every single child that came out was so super excited & smiling so I'm sure it was amazing.
Christoffer HultgrenChristoffer Hultgren
Part of full package where we got picked up at our hotel in the morning and then driven here. We got on second boat out for the day with captain Anna who took great care of us. Took us to our first gator in about 15min. We had no idea what to expect yet we hoped for some crocs and/or gators but with wildlife you can never be sure so super happy we actually got to see two eventually. Additionally Anna told us about other wildlife as well like many of the birds like vultures (that we also managed to get sight of) and some plants in and above water in the everglades. All in all a good experience that we ended with having some gator Tacos from the cafe while we waited to be taken back to our hotel. Do recommend to get here and nothing wrong being early, less waiting in line to get out into the everglades then.
Maureen ShaimanMaureen Shaiman
This is a terrific, short little show put on by alligator rescuers. It comes with the ticket for the hour-long airboat tour at Everglades Holiday Park, so stay after you get off the boat to see it! They give interesting information about rescued nuisance alligators versus wild alligators and do some fun "alligator wrestling," by which they do not mean stupid stuff that hurts the gators or puts them in danger. They make clear that these are animals they have cared for and trained (and that if you do anything like this with wild alligators you will die!!). It's fun to see them come when called by name! There are also some other rescued animals you can view on the way out, including some rare albino alligators!
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Very great experience! We seen alligators and got to learn new facts about the area. I'm glad I took the time to visit here with my family. It was the first time I tried gator tots or frog legs. I really enjoyed the gift shop also. If your thinking about going here these are things to consider do you love to have fun & go fast on a air boat ? I sure did ! We glided across the water so smoothly & it was absolutely adventurous! Also do you love to create wonderful memories with your friends and family because this is it! Bring your phone or camera fully charged because the pictures are priceless. The airboat captain was so hilarious and made us all feel safe ....kinda ...just kidding. He had plenty of jokes but took his job serious. We had an amazing good time. The school was having a tour so we weren't able to see the gator show but every single child that came out was so super excited & smiling so I'm sure it was amazing.
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Part of full package where we got picked up at our hotel in the morning and then driven here. We got on second boat out for the day with captain Anna who took great care of us. Took us to our first gator in about 15min. We had no idea what to expect yet we hoped for some crocs and/or gators but with wildlife you can never be sure so super happy we actually got to see two eventually. Additionally Anna told us about other wildlife as well like many of the birds like vultures (that we also managed to get sight of) and some plants in and above water in the everglades. All in all a good experience that we ended with having some gator Tacos from the cafe while we waited to be taken back to our hotel. Do recommend to get here and nothing wrong being early, less waiting in line to get out into the everglades then.
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This is a terrific, short little show put on by alligator rescuers. It comes with the ticket for the hour-long airboat tour at Everglades Holiday Park, so stay after you get off the boat to see it! They give interesting information about rescued nuisance alligators versus wild alligators and do some fun "alligator wrestling," by which they do not mean stupid stuff that hurts the gators or puts them in danger. They make clear that these are animals they have cared for and trained (and that if you do anything like this with wild alligators you will die!!). It's fun to see them come when called by name! There are also some other rescued animals you can view on the way out, including some rare albino alligators!
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4.5
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2.0
1y

Beware and be prepared to wait 3 hours before getting on a boat. We purchased tickets online, but that was an entirely pointless exercise as you can't select a time or even day and it doesn't get you any privileges once you arrive. It was a mob scene when we arrived and there were no staff circulating to explain anything. It's like the DMV of the everglades. We had to wait in line for over an hour just to check in and get wrist bands then another hour and 45 min to get on the airboat! The ride, which was 40 min not an hour, was fine and the driver was friendly enough. However, I didnt feel like it was particularly informative. We saw 3 gators and a few birds. Then back in line we went for another 30 min to gain entry to the show, which was mildly entertaining with plenty of corny jokes and some interesting facts. (At least the gator"boy" is attractive). I asked a staff person in the gift shop if it's always this crowded and he confirmed that during the winter it is. The manager didn't have a business card on her and refused to provide the name of the owner. This place needs new management, timed entry, or the website should, at a minimum, warn customers about realistic wait times and what to expect upon arrival. Bottom line, my two stars is generous; my husband gave it 1. Needless to say we...

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5.0
2y

Very great experience! We seen alligators and got to learn new facts about the area. I'm glad I took the time to visit here with my family. It was the first time I tried gator tots or frog legs. I really enjoyed the gift shop also. If your thinking about going here these are things to consider do you love to have fun & go fast on a air boat ? I sure did ! We glided across the water so smoothly & it was absolutely adventurous! Also do you love to create wonderful memories with your friends and family because this is it! Bring your phone or camera fully charged because the pictures are priceless. The airboat captain was so hilarious and made us all feel safe ....kinda ...just kidding. He had plenty of jokes but took his job serious. We had an amazing good time. The school was having a tour so we weren't able to see the gator show but every single child that came out was so super excited & smiling so I'm sure it...

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1.0
32w

I am absolutely appalled by what I witnessed during the alligator show. It was nothing short of barbaric. The handler brutally dragged the alligators by their tails, forced their jaws open, and manipulated them for the sake of cheap entertainment. The animals showed clear signs of stress and discomfort, yet the show continued as if their suffering was meaningless. Watching these majestic creatures being humiliated, manhandled, and treated like circus props was deeply disturbing. This is not education. This is not respect for nature. It is pure cruelty disguised as entertainment. No responsible traveler or animal lover should support attractions that treat wildlife with such blatant disrespect. I left the venue feeling heartbroken and disgusted. I strongly urge others to avoid this place and to instead seek ethical and respectful ways to observe animals in their...

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