Miami Big Cypress National Preserve Audio Tour

Discover the wild landscapes and layered history of Big Cypress National Preserve with a self-guided audio tour that follows you along the road. Starting near Miami, GPS-triggered narration shares stories, travel tips, and music as you explore at your own pace.

The route points out places such as Shark Valley, where alligators and wading birds inhabit a distinctive wetland ecosystem, and the Miccosukee Indian Village, where you can learn about the tribe’s heritage. Continue toward the Big Cypress Scenic Loop for a winding drive through the preserve. Turn-by-turn directions and an offline map help you navigate, while the flexible format lets you pause whenever a trail, view, or wildlife sighting catches your attention. The tour never expires, so there’s no need to rush.

Download and redeem the tour in the Shaka Guide app before arrival, using Wi-Fi or cellular data, and enable your phone’s location services. Parking fees and meals are not included. Pack bug repellent, especially in summer, and note that the visitor centers close at 4:30 p.m. Set out from Miami and let this Big Cypress National Preserve audio tour bring the scenery and stories into focus as you go.