See more in the Everglades National Park than You do in Yellowstone

Dubbed as the “River of Grass” by those who worked hard for its defense, the Everglades are the biggest

subtropical backwoods in the United States. It is also believed to be the biggest wilderness located east of the

Mississippi. This eco-wonderland houses several rare and endangered species and over 350 recognized species

of birds.

What to Plan

You need to make plans as per the weather conditions. The Everglades are a prominent destination during the

mild and pleasant winters. However, if you are planning a trip in June through November, then expect a lot of

rain, high heat, humidity, hurricanes and mosquitoes.

Ways to Get Around

The park is huge, hence, make sure to choose an entry point depending on what you want to see and do. On the

southeastern end of the park, close to Homestead, the Main Park Road runs from the Ernest Coe Visitor Center

to the Flamingo Visitor Center; located 38 miles south on Florida Bay. Some of the self-guided and ranger-led

activities that you’ll find here include, hiking, scenic drives, canoeing, biking, and boat trips.

In the northern area of the park west of Miami, the Shark Valley Visitor Center provides naturalist-guided tram

tours, biking, as well as hiking. On the western end of the park south of Naples, the Gulf Coast Visitor Center in

Everglades City is the starting joint for the 99-mile-long Wilderness Waterway Trail. You can also avail boat

trips and boat and canoe rentals here.

What to Carry - The much needed Essentials

Water and insect repellent are a must if you have plans to visit the Everglades in summer. Sunscreen is

essential year-round. Rain gear is always a good idea in the Everglades, but the best time to carry them is from

June through November. You should also carry binoculars so as to get a closer look at the wildlife.

What to Do

Take a two-hour Shark Valley Tram Tour for ultimate fun. You may bike or hike the 15-mile Shark Valley

Tram Road loop and explore the beauty of the panoramic “river of grass” from Shark Valley’s 65-foot

observation tower. You may also plan for a guided boat tour from the Gulf Coast or Flamingo Marina,

approximately 0.5 miles south of the Ranger Station in Everglades City.

The Anhinga Trail has been named for one of those birds, a Southern swamp local that is also popularly referred

to as Water Turkey or Snake Bird. The trail starts at the Royal Palm Visitor Center and extends up to sawgrass

marsh. The path can be accessed by wheel-chair as well.

If you have always longed to see turtles, alligators, herons, egrets and anhingas, then the Everglades are your

place to be. In fact, the Everglades have every ingredient to keep you engaged. Whether you want to take a boat

ride or explore the diverse wildlife, this eco-wonderland promises to give you a taste of everything. And if you

are in search of adventurous tours and packages, then make sure to count on us.

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