The Everglades from a Plane - Image by iamtheloop
Whenever you take a vacation, knowing how to get around is essential. Here are some tips for the best ways to get to the Florida Everglades, as well as the best ways to get around once you’ve arrived.
Transportation TO and FROM Everglades National Park and the Everglades
Transportation is available by car, plane, bus, and boat. Those arriving to Florida by air can choose to arrive into Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport, Miami International Airport, or even hop a charter to the Everglades Airport, which is a smaller airport located right in Everglades, Florida. Once you have arrived at the airport, you can rent a car to drive the rest of the way, or hop on one of the many shuttle bus services that are offered in and around the Everglades. Airports and hotels in the area have various shuttle services taking visitors to and from Everglades National Park.
There are also bus lines and boat charters that can take visitors to and from the Everglades and Everglades National Park from various major cities such as Homestead, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Florida Keys, and even Everglades City, which is located right off of Interstate 75 just north of the Everglades National Park. Shark River is a popular route for boat rides. Buses can be found all over, offering guided tours, rides to or from the park, and even all-inclusive Everglades tours and trips that go above and beyond the typical bus service.
Transportation In and Around the Everglades and Everglades National Park
Once you arrive in the Everglades National Park area, you can choose to walk, bike, or drive through most areas of the park. There are some parts of the park where walking or biking will be required. However, there are also tram services that operate throughout the park on a daily basis, giving people many options for ways to see the park. You can combine tram services with a walking or biking tour, depending on what is best for you. There are guided walking tours, guided tram tours, and various modes of transit that will allow people to explore on their own.
No matter how you get here or how you choose to get around, seeing the Everglades is something that you’re sure to enjoy and remember for a lifetime.
Everglades Transportation Tips and Suggestions
- When people drive to and through the Everglades, they are always going to be focused on the scenery and the beauty of the area. Therefore, drivers need to exercise EXTREME caution so that they don’t get involved in accidents because they weren’t paying attention.
- Biking and walking is not for everyone, but it can be an enjoyable way to see the park. Plus, it’s much safer than sightseeing while driving, which can be dangerous for anyone.
- Plan ahead, and have alternate options. Nothing is worse than missing your bus or misreading the tram schedules, so make sure that you are prepared when it comes to getting to the park, as well as getting around the area.