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Welcome to Miami EcoAdventures

Miami EcoAdventures offers a variety of naturalist-guided excursions for nature lovers & enthusiast alike. Our mission is to promote and enhance the knowledge, understanding, appreciation and protection of our natural resources through quality hands-on interpretive programs.

Book today and go on an adventure to see Miami differently!

Water Adventures

Group of people on kayaks watching the sunset.

Enjoy the sea birds soring overhead, observe colorful marine life swimming beneath you and explore various waterways aboard a kayak.

Kayaking
A group kayaking in Biscayne Bay.

Cruise the South Florida waterways on the Parks Explorer catamaran, see the sunset over Biscayne Bay or take a plunge and snorkel the Half Moon Shipwreck.

Boat Cruise
Woman and man canoeing.

Visit a mangrove forest at Matheson Hammock, take a step back in history on the Coral Gables Waterway or visit the coastal habitats of the Oleta River.

Canoeing
Man fishing by a bridge

Fishing is a great way to spend time outside with family and friends. Let us show you the fundamentals of fishing to make you a master angler.

Fishing

Land Adventures

Boy being instructed on how to hold a bow and arrow for a practice shot.

Considering giving archery a go? Our general introduction will provide you with some of the background to archery and its benefits.

Archery
Group of people on a walking tour.

Discover the natural wonders in your back yard! From day programming to nighttime hikes, there’s always something new to discover.

Hike and Night Programming
People riding bike on a boardwalk.

Peddle through some of the most scenic bike routes in Miami while taking in our rich history and breathtaking view.

Biking
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Primitive overnight group camping with Miami EcoAdventures is perfect for families, friends and scout groups. Connect with nature, family and friends!

Group Camping

Educational Programs

Miami EcoAdventures innovative use of wildlife and science education can bring everyone closer to nature, creating the perfect back drop for hands-on learning. Our programs can take place at your school or at one of our five nature centers. We proudly work with public schools, civic organizations, parochial/independent schools, corporations, boy/girl scouts, special events, after school programs, libraries and homeschool groups.

About Us

We build memorable experiences and communities through well-designed parks and open spaces that are efficient, accessible, engaging and aesthetically pleasing, guided by our Parks Open Space Master Plan.

We offer year-round park and recreation programs for local children, adults and people with disabilities. Camps are held in the spring and summer during public school breaks. After-school activities are focused on fitness, nutrition and wellness, and developing an appreciation of nature, science and the cultural arts.

We also maintain the median strips, road shoulders and causeways for County roadways, busways, Metrorail and Metromover.

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