USA · WILDLIFE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 wildlife tours that repay the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
A half-day Everglades airboat from Miami with wildlife spotting, a narrated bus ride, and an alligator wildlife show plus photos.
“The wildlife show actually not existing in this tour, but the airboat and the recreation center were great. We’ve seen many alligators.”
Juneau whale watching in about 3.5 hours with 100% humpback sightings guaranteed, heated cabins, cruise-terminal pickup, and naturalist narration.
“Every staff member at Alaska Tales that I encountered was friendly and knowledgeable. They genuinely care about their city and their wildlife. I was on their very last tour of the season couldn’t have been happier with the experience! We didn’t have to go far to see a pod of 3 whales. The captain did a great job getting us close but not too close.”
A 35-40 minute narrated airboat through the Everglades, plus a wildlife and alligator show. See Jaws the gator, eat local bites.
“It was fun and very informative. Cody did an amazing job and knew answers to all the questions. Great for all ages.”
Mendenhall Glacier views, then a cozy Juneau whale cruise with round-trip transfers and a 100% whale-spotting promise.
“Everything went smoothly from transportation to glacier experience and whale watching. Knowledgable bus driver and tour guides. Highly recommend!”
Anchorage’s wildlife and glacier day trip with guided stops at a conservation center, Chugach glaciers, Beluga Point, and optional Portage Glacier cruise.
“A lot of beautiful photo stops on our way to the wildlife conservation center. Was super icy and cloudy on the morning but got much more sun in the afternoon and the view was even more amazing. Our guide Philip was a great driver!”
Shark feeding and Key West wildlife viewing on an eco-friendly catamaran, with drinks, snacks, and polarized sunglasses included.
“Great experience. Also learned some shark facts. As we were heading back to shore, we also saw a bunch of dolphins swimming. The captain circled around so we could watch them for a bit”
Covered 90-minute Naples boat tour in the Everglades area, with Coast Guard captains, polarized glasses, and frequent manatee sightings.
“I took my grandfather, mother, and sister on this tour. Captain Chris was our tour guide and he was excellent! He was very knowledgeable and super kind. I highly recommend this tour for anybody visiting the area that would like to experience the beautiful wildlife and nature that Southwest Florida has to offer.”
Speed through the Everglades on a 40-minute airboat ride, then visit Sawgrass Recreation Park’s alligator and reptile exhibits in about 2 hours.
“Air boat ride was great. The staff in gift shop was great. The rest of the staff was not very informative. The animal show was not very good or informative.”
6-hour Kenai Fjords cruise from Seward for glacier calving, seabird islands, and wildlife spotting, with lunch, binoculars, and hot cabin seating.
“The crew was exceptionally friendly and helpful and went out of their way to make sure we saw all types of wildlife including different types of whales, seals, otters, sea lions and many birds. Viewing was great from all places in the boat. And the glaciers were fantastic. Closest I’ve ever been to a glacier!”
Small-group Jackson Hole trip to Yellowstone: Old Faithful, geyser basins, waterfalls, and wildlife spotting with early Teton stops.
“Steve was very knowledgeable and informative. He showed us many different wildlife and awesome views from areas that were not crowded with other travelers. He was very helpful in providing assistance getting the walker on and off at all of our stops”
Wild Florida near Orlando: a 30-minute to 1-hour Everglades airboat eco ride plus wildlife park admission and an alligator demo for $36.
“We did the 30 minute airboat ride, and within this experience we saw three wild crocodiles, a few turtles and lots of different wild birds. The airboat ride was a bit of fun and we got to see what we wanted wild crocodiles, parked looked good we had a little look around the croc park and they had plenty of other animals too.”
Saddle up for a 3-hour Sedona 4x4 tour through western canyons and the Coconino National Forest, with wildlife spotting and photo stops.
“It was so fun and educational too! “Cowboy Bob” did a fantastic job-He’s a great tour guide! Highly recommend”
Two-hour narrated Waccamaw River boat tour from Myrtle Beach. Spot birds and alligators, learn history, and enjoy covered shade for $46.
“Interesting and fun. We should have chosen March or April. October wasn't the best time for for wildlife.”
A 4-hour dawn or dusk Grand Teton wildlife safari by open-air or heated vehicle, with binoculars, snacks, and photo stops.
“Very informative! Ellie was a terrific tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and helpful. In answering our questions; gave us a lot good information regarding the history of the park, animal life, and the ego-system of the “Grand Teton.” Terrific tour and tour guide; would highly recommend,”
4-hour Kenai Fjords wildlife cruise from Seward Harbor, passing Bear Glacier and Cape Resurrection while hunting for whales and otters.
“This is a 4 hours tour with so much fun, educational and so many wildlife spotting. The crew was amazing in taking carr of everyone logistically and happily. The captain shares ao much stories about Seward, each species we saw dueing. It was really mesmerizing tour along with the hospitality. During our cruise time, they even picked up a slice of floating icebergs and served glacial margaritas which was cute. Totally recommend taking this tour. They also have sea-sickness meds on the cruise , so you just have to show up yourself.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
