Buddy Novak is the owner of Gatortrax Adventure Tours, Inc. and personally conducts most of his tours. Showing people a great time is what Buddy enjoys most. His fun and carefree style is quickly liked by all, backed up with a tremendous knowledge of Florida.

He has a special passion for the Everglades and the Keys. Also sporting no degree in Ecology or Biology, Buddy a native of Wisconsin, has become an expert in his own right of the Florida ecology. His original way of teaching this material is fun for people of all ages.

" Even though I enjoy all of Florida attractions, I fell in love with the nature here. From the beautiful coral reef, over the river of grass, to the peaceful lazy rivers, it's truly intriguing. The Seminoles and other natives have taught me a lot of fascinating things about the culture and spirit of Florida. Let me share it with you! "

Buddy speaks several languages fluently: English, German, Spanish.