Everglades Iguana Round-Up

4 or 6-Hour Trip | Up to 2 Anglers Included | Add 1 More for Additional Fee

Come cast a line with us in the beautiful Urban Jungle of South Florida, and enjoy the breathtaking sceneries of the magnificent Everglades. 

The Everglades is a place like nowhere else on Earth with millions of acres, thousands of islands full of mangroves, and hundreds of miles of shoreline running along the Gulf of Mexico. It is for sure one of the World's best fisheries, and one of the greatest flats fishing destinations on the planet. While having fun fishing, you can also enjoy a nice ride on the Lady Jade. Sit back, relax, and feast your eyes with the most amazing, and breathtaking scenery. You'll likely encounter a number of wildlife such as Dolphins, Sharks, Manatees, Crocodiles, Alligators, and well over 300 species of birds. 

Florida's Everglades is the only place on Earth where both Crocodiles, and Alligators coexist. 

IGUANA HUNTING

Green Iguanas are not native to Florida and are considered invasive species due to their impacts to native wildlife.

The Green Iguana is native to South & Central America, Mexico, and some islands of the Caribbean but, once again, because of the popularity of the iguana in the pet trade, they have become invasive in South Florida, Hawaii, Texas, and Puerto Rico.

Iguanas are a big problem in Florida as they cause damage to commercial and residential landscape vegetation. Most property owners consider these reptiles as a nuisance. These animals are mostly attracted to plants with flowers, foliage, or any kind of vegetables, and they destroy them.

How They Got Here - Florida's first green Iguanas likely hitched a ride on Cuban cargo ships transporting goods to Florida. Soon after their arrival, the herbivorous lizards reproduced rapidly and established themselves throughout South and Central Florida.

Can you Eat them and What Does it Taste Like - Iguanas are referred to as the "chicken of the trees," by iguana eaters, because they are said to taste " like chicken ". Many people enjoy the meat from iguanas because of the high levels of protein it provides. In fact, iguana is a pretty lean meat and contains more protein than chicken.

It's a common delicacy in Mexico, Central and South America — and in trendy U.S. restaurants that cater to anyone craving a lizard entree. Iguana gourmets in the U.S. are sometimes immigrants from other countries looking for a taste of home.

Why do People Hunt Iguanas - They are invasive and they cause damage to seawalls, sidewalks, and landscape foliage and can dig lengthy tunnels causing millions in damages to residents and businesses. Also, they prey on the vulnerable native Burrowing owls by eating their eggs and driving them out of their homes. Non-native iguanas are multiplying so rapidly in South Florida that a state wildlife agency is now encouraging people to kill them.

Book your ultimate hunt adventure! Enjoy and have fun while helping to remove South Florida invasive species.

Base price is for a 4-hour trip for 1-2 Anglers. Make it a 6-hour trip or add a third Angler can be added for an additional fee.

Air Rifle is Included

Gratuity is always appreciated!

The Captain can accommodate up to 3 anglers per trip.

However, if there are more than 3 anglers, please advise your Captain before booking. So we can try to arrange an additional boat for your group.

Local lodging/hotel accommodation recommendations can be provided and we can pick you up from the closest launch.