What is the Everglades like at Night?

Visiting the Everglades at night is a completely different experience from visiting during the day—there’s a unique, wild magic to it.

🌌 Unreal Atmosphere

• Silence + Sound: It’s eerily quiet at times, but then suddenly you’ll hear frogs croaking, insects buzzing, owls calling, and maybe even a distant alligator bellowing. The mix of silence and wild sounds is hypnotic.
• Stargazing: With little light pollution in parts of the park, the night sky can be stunning. You’ll see stars like you rarely do elsewhere.

🐊 Nocturnal Wildlife

• A lot of animals in the Everglades are nocturnal, so you’ll see or hear creatures you wouldn’t encounter during the day—like:
  • Alligators with glowing eyes reflecting your flashlight.
  • Bats, owls, and snakes.
  • Frogs, toads, and all kinds of insects that get loud after dark.

💀 A Little Spooky (In a Fun Way)

• There’s a certain thrill to the darkness—every rustle in the bushes feels a little more intense. It’s peaceful, but there’s an edge of excitement or mystery you don’t get in the daytime.

🌀 Cooler Temps + Fewer Bugs

• Depending on the season, it’s often cooler and more comfortable at night, and mosquitoes might be less aggressive.

The best way to see The Everglades at night is by taking an airboat tour with one of our experienced guides. Sawgrass Recreation Park offers public and private night time airboat tour. Find more information here: https://www.evergladestours.com/night-tour/