Guided Canoe Tour of Nine Mile Pond in Everglades National Park

Summary Description

Discover the Everglades on a 3-hour guided canoe tour. Paddle through lush mangroves and sawgrass with expert guidance at Nine Mile Pond!

Highlights
  • Explore diverse Everglades habitats
  • Discover mangrove and sawgrass secrets
  • Guided by expert Institute Naturalists
  • Adventure on iconic Nine Mile Pond
  • Immersive, educational 3-hour paddle
Description

Embark on a thrilling adventure with our Guided Canoe Tour at Nine Mile Pond. This 3-hour journey invites you to traverse the heart of the breathtaking Florida Everglades. Led by our knowledgeable Institute Naturalists, you’ll paddle through lush sawgrass and mangrove habitats. This immersive experience reveals the rich diversity and stunning beauty of tropical hammocks, sawgrass prairies, and mangroves. As you explore, gain insights into how the continuous water flow shapes these ecosystems, and understand the impact of human activity on this unique environment. With captivating landscapes and vibrant wildlife at every turn, our canoe tour promises a memorable and educational experience, fit for adventurers aged 12 and older. Advance reservations are required, so gear up for a fun-filled and enlightening paddling escapade!

Included / Excluded
  • Experienced guide
  • Canoe and paddles
  • Safety equipment
  • Meals and beverages
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Advance reservations required
  • No single or odd group bookings
  • Location: 25 miles from Homestead
  • Plan for seasonal water level changes
Know Before You Go
  • Paddling experience required
  • Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in
  • No restrooms at Nine Mile Pond
  • Max 8 people, shared canoes
  • Age 12+, minors with adults
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours

Cancellation Notes: Bookings of five (5) or fewer people Bookings of five (5) or fewer guests can be canceled with a refund or rebooked up to 48 hours prior to their activity. Bookings of five (5) or fewer guests will not receive a refund for cancellations or changes to bookings within 48 hours of their activity. If you have purchased your booking of five (5) or fewer guests within 48 hours of your activity, please note our cancellation and refund policy is still applicable. Private Bookings and Bookings with six (6) or more people Private bookings and bookings of six (6) or more guests can be canceled with a refund or rebooked 14 days prior to their activity. Private bookings and bookings of six (6) or more guests will not receive a refund for cancellations or changes to their bookings within 14 days of their activity. If you have purchased your private booking or booking of six (6) or more guests within 14 days of your scheduled activity, please note our cancellation policy is still applicable.

Options and Pricing
Guided Paddle - 2 Participants RETAIL PRICE
Adult (18 - 64 years) N/A
Child (5 - 11 years) N/A

Operated by:

Everglades National Park Institute

Basic Information
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Category: Outdoor Adventure
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