Airboat ride through the Everglades

After breakfast, our rental car was ready for pick-up. It turned out to be slightly larger than expected. Instead of a midsize car, we received a Jeep Compass.

We immediately hit the road, leaving Miami Beach and heading straight for the Everglades.

On the way there, the extent of the Pokemon GO hype became clear once again:

The second half-hour tour took us through the grassland. It is also completely flooded, but looks more like a large grassy area with bushes.

On both tours, we were able to see several alligators, some of which were only inches away from the boat.

Afterward, we were even able to hold a baby gator in our hands.

Definitely a successful day with lots of speed, action, information, nature, and great photos.