Shark Valley Tram Tours
- Address
- 36000 SW 8th Street
- Miami, FL 33194
- Phone
- 305 221-8455
- Area
- Neighborhood
- South Florida
- Price
- $17.25
- Web Page
- http://www.sharkvalleytramtours.com/index.html
Type of Makom
- Other Type
- Public
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Mikomos rating
Description
(From their website) "Shark Valley Tram Tours offers a two-hour, open air tour through the Shark Valley section of Everglades National Park. All tours are led by park trained naturalists, fully prepared to make your journey a memorable one. Beside giving insight into the ecosystem as a whole, your guide will also help to point out some of the 'hidden' aspects which help to make this a world renown wetlands. The open vehicles allow visitors to view wildlife within the saw-grass prairies on either side of the tram.
At the half-way point of the tour, a 45 foot high observation deck gives visitors an opportunity to enjoy the tranquil vistas of the Everglades, extending outward 20 miles in all directions. A gradual ramp provides easy access to the observation tower deck, and every part of the ramp and deck provide chances to view something different.
Bicycling the 15 mile loop is an excellent way to view the area at your own pace. A great alternative for those who prefer to explore "on their own." The small elevation changes in South Florida make this an ideal place to bike."
Tips
- It can get very hot in the Everglades so bring water and sunscreen (and mosquito repellent).
- Depending on the time of year you may see alligators.
Hours Subject to change. Always verify.
Departure Times - May thru late December
9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Late December thru April
9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Directions
The Shark Valley entrance of Everglades National Park is located on U.S. Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail,) 25 miles west of the Florida Turnpike (SR 821,) or 39 miles east of SR 29.
Need directions to Shark Valley? While some driving direction tools do not recognize our rural location, either of these two will get you there: Mapquest to Shark Valley Local.Live.com
If you have a Navigation System, the address to enter depends on the software your device is currently using. The first address you should work with is: Shark Valley Loop Road Miami, FL 33194 (if asked for a cross street, enter US Highway 41)
Units that are based more on a Mapquest type system should recognize: 36000 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33194 (make sure the printout shows 36000, not 3600)
If you can input GPS coordinates, Shark Valley is at:
N 25' 45.385' W 80' 45.994'
