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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28.45 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $265

CA $304 total

Jan 18 - Jan 19

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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 $197

CA $223 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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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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37 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $172

CA $194 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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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 $178

CA $201 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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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

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Comfort Suites Miami - Kendall

3901 Sw 117th Ave Miami FL

38.48 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $186

CA $210 total

Jan 21 - Jan 22

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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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38.6 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $218

CA $246 total

Jan 27 - Jan 28

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Courtyard by Marriott Miami at Dolphin Mall

11275 Nw 12th St Miami FL

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39 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $235

CA $265 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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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

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39.2 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $242

CA $273 total

Jan 29 - Jan 30

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Nuvo Suites Hotel

1750 NW 107th Ave Miami FL

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39.79 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $211

CA $239 total

Jan 28 - Jan 29

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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a rooftop terrace. 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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EVEN Hotel Miami - Doral Area, by IHG

10770 NW 25th Street Miami FL

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39.81 km from Shark Valley Visitor Center

CA $207

CA $234 total

Jan 28 - Jan 29

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Miccosukee Casino & Resort

5 out of 5

Posted 2 days ago

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"The room was a great size and clean , no hot tubs in room ,The breakfast was great only thing for the price for the room they should give at least a extra meal like lunch or dinner. Their Deposit are to high."

A verified traveller stayed at Miccosukee Casino & Resort