
The Everglades' sawgrass 'river of grass' starts 40 minutes west of downtown — commercial airboat operators along Tamiami Trail (US-41) run 30–60 minute rides through gator-filled channels plus on-site alligator shows and boardwalks. Shark Valley's 15-mile tram loop inside the national park is the quieter alternative for wildlife watching.
About $30–45 per person for 30–60 minutes including the gator show; group discounts at 10+.
Yes — wild alligators are near-guaranteed on the Tamiami Trail operators, especially November–April.
The airboat strip on US-41 is about 40 minutes west of downtown Miami; coaches park on-site free.
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