Private tour in Miami Ileana M

Scenic Drive to Flamingo Village, Everglades National Park

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Ileana M.

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I grew up in a cheerful, hospitable culture, open to visitors. Exploring and discovering was my hobby as a child in the seaside town where I grew up with my brothers looking for dolphins in the waves. I dreamed of one day being a boat captain, but my life took another course on dry land and I became the writer and the educator that I am today. This year I decided to create my personal tour company with the message "Fall in love with Miami and South Florida by discovering what it hides in each season and by living experiences like a local". I am also the creator and host of the travel TV series Discovering Stories, filmed in several cities around the world including Miami and broadcast on CNN in Spanish and Mundo Fox. During production, I worked in England (London), Switzerland, Belgium, Panama, Portugal, Spain, and the USA with the most prestigious tourist guides and National and Regional Tourism Authorities. The experience I have acquired has served me to organize private tours, gastronomy itineraries, adventures, and logistics. I organize each tour according to the needs of my group, having their preferences and interests in mind. I am more than willing to help make the experience memorable in any way I can. After filming the episode Discovering Stories Miami, I studied South Florida history with Dr. Paul George at Miami Dade Community College. I never saw Miami the same way again thanks to his history classes, guided walks through Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Downtown Miami, and trips along the Miami River and Biscayne Bay. I have written numerous reports documenting nature, habitat restoration, wildlife migration, and the Florida Keys (The Florida Reef) art, gastronomy, and local architecture. I've also focused on the Everglades National Park. I studied Performing Arts and acquired a degree in art. In the 90s, I founded a magazine in the Art Deco District of Miami Beach, where I documented the cultural transformation that was beginning to emerge. Today I continue to write and one of my favourite columns is the Art of Living. I love the trail, but I enjoy driving and discovering new scenic routes along the coast of Florida. In South Florida specifically, I collaborate with various local organizations and groups to support the mission of Protecting Dark Skies and the welfare of wild animals. I have worn many hats in my life, but today I am most happy to teach others about the greatness of nature, wildlife, and the cultural identity of Florida.

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Overview of your Miami tour

In 1893 Flamingo was a remote fishing village reachable only by boat, but today it's the southernmost district of Everglades National Park. The end of mainland Florida. One of my favorite things about Flamingo is that every winter, osprey (also known as sea hawks) build their nests near the Marina and all along the coast of Florida Bay. Actually, photographers from all over the world come to document this ! In order to reach Flamingo, we have the fortune of needing to go through Everglades National Park, the only place in the world where manatees, crocodiles & alligators coexist, and where the birds diversity is spectacular. We'll drive along a scenic paved road that runs through pine rocklands, tropical hardwood hammocks, sawgrass prairies and mangrove forest. I created this private tour itinerary inspired by my excursions with friends naturalists and film directors documenting the Everglades.

Recent Reviews

Dana A.United States
June 2026

I doubt you could find a better guide for the Everglades national Park. Ileana hired a highly competent driver with a very roomy vehicle for the somewhat long drive to and from South Miami Beach. Her knowledge of Everglades is such that she would almost certainly qualify to be a PARK Ranger. She also has a very enthusiastic and bubbly personality. She is among the top guides we have booked through Tours By Locals over the past five or six years.

Michael D.United States
December 2024

The Everglades tour offered a glimpse into one of the most untouched and natural beauties remaining in the United States. Ileana Muniz was very accommodating with excellent communication. It rained and she accommodated us and our three kids (16, 14 and 11), and changed some details due to the severe rainstorm. Would book again.

Miles L.United States
December 2024

Tour Title: Private Day Trip to Flamingo Village across Everglades National Park Tour guide: Ileana Muniz What a wonderful day we had. We thoroughly enjoyed Everglades National Park with our guide Ileana. The walks we took in the park were enjoyable and resulted in amazing photos. The recommended boat tour was spectacular and the highlight of our day. The visit to the southern most spot on the Florida Peninsula had amazing scenery. Ileana is passionate about what she does. She loves Miami / southern Florida. That is evident in the knowledge she has about the subject and the vibrancy with which she shares it. It was truly a joy to spend our day with her, learning about the beautiful nature within the Everglades. Punctuality 10 out of 10 Friendly 10 out of 10 Knowledge 9 out of 10 We give this tour our highest recommendation!

Your Miami tour itinerary

• After a morning pickup, we’ll depart to Florida City, making a short stop at Robert is Here, a popular family-owned fruit/gift shop since 1959. • 2nd stop: Ernest F Coe Visitor’s Center, showcasing interactive displays about Everglades. • We’ll continue on a scenic drive towards Flamingo. . A must see: 2 boardwalk trails to explore, Anhinga Trail ( bird watching area) and The Mahogany Hammock Trail (one hundred year old mahogany giant - 90 feet tall ). • We’ll then arrive to Flamingo • 2 important Stops: Flamingo Marina which sells mementos, drinks, coffee & snacks. Followed by Guy Bradley Visitor Center. Option: We can do the walking trail along the shore of Florida Bay to see birds. • At the Marina, you can choose to do either a Catamaran trip through Florida Bay or a Backcountry Boat Tour, where an expert naturalist will highlight the region’s birds & sea life for us! • At last, we can have a meal at Flamingo Lodge restaurant before returning.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Crossover

For up to 4 people, we'll travel in a comfortable and capable, medium SUV with air conditioning. For more travelers I will made special arrangements. If you provide the transportation I will made special discount.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Group Entrance Fee to Everglades
What's not included
Tickets: Boat Tour Ticket with Flamingo Aventure
Food Drinks Snacks
Other: Boat Tour Ticket
Meeting location

Miami, Florida, United States

I could pick you up from your lodging, airport or cruise ship.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Photography
Bird Watching
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Boat
Tour reference number
1394958
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone interested in exploring the unique ecosystems of the Everglades National Park. It's also suitable for families, as it's kid-friendly and offers a light activity level. Travellers who want to connect with a local guide for deeper insights into the area's natural beauty will find this tour particularly rewarding.

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