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Escape winter on a hiking, kayaking, and canoeing adventure in the Everglades and Biscayne National Parks
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Watch for alligators, manatees, crocodiles, herons, turtles, river otters, roseate spoonbills, and more
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Paddle through dreamlike mangrove tunnels and snorkel on one of the world's largest coral reefs
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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Ben W.

Ben knew from an early age that he would count on the natural world to guide him throughout his journey. Ben received a B.S. in Geology and Environmental Studies from the University of Tennessee with a minor in Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries Science. He has worked as a Research Technician with the Department of Plant Sciences since 2013. Ben has Outdoor Guide Certifications from the University of Wyoming and is a Certified Interpretive Guide .

Beth W.

Beth has always enjoyed staying active outdoors as she grew up in East Tennessee. She has a B.S. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Tennessee where she gained research experience in the hybridization of minnows in the Clinch River Valley. While the mountains are home, Beth loves to travel and explore new places as much as possible. She enjoys running, cooking, and spending time on the water.

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This morning, meet your guides and fellow travelers in Miami before setting out on your journey into the iconic Everglades. Your first stop is Robert Is Here, a colorful fruit stand and Florida institution, where you\'ll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch and have an opportunity to explore the market. After lunch, hit the Anhinga Trail for your first extraordinary wildlife-watching opportunity. As you walk along the boardwalk, keep an eye out for sunbathing alligators, curious turtles, and countless bird species that call this picturesque sawgrass marsh home. Wind down the day relaxing on your balcony at the modern and well-appointed Flamingo Lodge within Everglades National Park.
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Start the day with an exciting canoe journey through the backcountry waterways of Everglades National Park. Glide through mangrove tunnels and past islands that give way to expanses of sawgrass, as birds and frogs provide a melodious soundtrack for your adventure. Watch for a glimpse at the \"Nine Mile Giant,\" an American crocodile known to frequent the shores of the area. This afternoon, take a boardwalk hike on the Pahayokee trail to further soak in the park’s remarkable flora and fauna. You’ll make your way to the overlook, where you’ll get a sweeping view of what indigenous tribes termed Pa-hay-okee, meaning \"grassy river.\" Later, discover the beauty of a hardwood hammock-walking under the shade of this dense tropical forest, look for gumbo limbo trees, birdlife, and jewel-like tree snails.
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Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading to Biscayne National Park for a spectacular snorkeling experience. Gear up, fuel up with a beachside lunch, then hop aboard the boat for your journey to the Maritime Heritage Trail, an underwater archaeological trail home to more than 600 species of fish, dolphins, and sea turtles. Depending on the day\'s conditions, your captain will select the perfect snorkel site to showcase the park\'s underwater wonders. Drift among dazzling corals, explore sunken ships, and immerse yourself in this thriving marine ecosystem. In the afternoon, return to Miami for your flight home, filled with memories of your adventures amid Florida\'s wild beauty.
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Accommodations

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A comfortable lodge situated inside Everglades National Park.

Flamingo Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

The only hotel inside everglades National Park, the modern lodge is well-designed, with each air-conditioned room including Wi-Fi, a kitchenette, and a private balcony overlooking Florida Bay. Sustainably built to withstand a hurricane, you'd never know you're staying in repurposed shipping containers, and the lodge adheres to green practices to protect the park. Wildlife watching and stargazing can be enjoyed right from your patio at this comfortable park lodge.