Despite the name, there are no sharks in Shark Valley.

It is a paved and slightly raised 15 mile loop in the southern Everglades in Miami, FL.

You can do a 2 hour tram tour (I've never done that). Or you can hike or bike the loop.

What makes Shark Valley special is... Well... It's sort of like going to a zoo except the animals aren't in cages.

Yes, it's dangerous, but not if you are observant and follow the rules. Stay on the path! Even still, gators may rest near or on the path and you'll have to navigate around them. They are so used to people that they are (in my personal experience: non-aggressive) but always err on the side of caution.

The above picture I took... I was on the path, the alligator was about 3 feet away. I will go on record as saying this is not advised. Do your photo ops at a safe distance. (I should mention that I do a lot of work with the non-profit organization "The Everglades Wildlife Alliance".

Additionally, birders will love it here. Mama birds feeding her babies, birds on gators, on turtles... It's a memorable place.

It's very popular in the winter time, which is why I recommend going in the early Spring. It's the tail end of the dry season, not oppressively hot and the crowds thin out a bit. A couple miles into the loop the crowds also thin out a bit.

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Miccosukee Casino & Resort

500 SW 177th Ave Miami FL

Free cancellation

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28.17 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $251

CA $289 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

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Book a stay at this golf hotel in Miami. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Miccosukee Casino and Casino at Miccosukee Resort & Gaming are located nearby.

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Candlewood Suites Miami Exec Airport - Kendall by IHG

13600 SW 139 Court Miami FL

Free cancellation

36.91 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $178

CA $201 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Zoo Miami and London Square are located nearby.

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Best Western Plus Miami Executive Airport Hotel & Suites

13700 SW 139th Ct Miami FL

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36.95 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $175

CA $198 total

Feb 5 - Feb 6

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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Zoo Miami and London Square are located nearby.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Miami Kendall

14060 SW 138th Ave Miami FL

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37.25 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $207

CA $234 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Zoo Miami and London Square are located nearby.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kendall by IHG

Miami FL

Free cancellation

37.46 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $160

CA $181 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Zoo Miami and London Square are located nearby.

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Best Western Plus Kendall Hotel & Suites

8560 SW 124th Avenue Miami FL

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37.93 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $179

CA $202 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Comfort Suites Miami - Kendall

3901 Sw 117th Ave Miami FL

38.48 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $181

CA $204 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

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Stay at this hotel in Miami. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Dolphin Mall and Dadeland Mall are located nearby.

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Miami-Doral/Dolphin Mall

11600 NW 41st St Miami FL

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38.59 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $227

CA $257 total

Feb 5 - Feb 6

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Courtyard by Marriott Miami at Dolphin Mall

11275 Nw 12th St Miami FL

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38.96 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $268

CA $303 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Dolphin Mall and Miami International Mall are located nearby.

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The Palms Inn & Suites

11750 Mills Dr Miami FL

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39.02 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

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Hilton Garden Inn Miami Dolphin Mall

1695 NW 111th Ave Miami FL

Free cancellation

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39.2 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $201

CA $227 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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EVEN Hotel Miami - Doral Area, by IHG

10770 NW 25th Street Miami FL

Free cancellation

39.81 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $228

CA $258 total

Feb 15 - Feb 16

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Best Western Plus Kendall Hotel & Suites

5 out of 5

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