fan boat tours in florida

create unforgettable Everglades memories at captain jack's!

Zip through Everglades City on airboat tours

Venture through a cypress forest on a swamp buggy

Get a chance to see wild alligators, birds & more

Stay safe and comfortable 

See alligators & animals up close

Hold a baby alligator

Take home gifts and memories

Everglades National Park Boat Tour

Mangrove Tunnel & National Park Combo

Ten Thousand Islands Boat Tour

Mangrove maze airboat tours.

Race through a maze of Everglades mangroves on an airboat, away from other traffic.

• Mangrove Maze Ultimate Combo

• Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour

Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Combos

• Total Everglades Combo

Mangrove Tunnel & Grassland Combo

Mangrove Tunnel & Buggy Combo

Private Mangrove Tunnel & Buggy Combo

Mangrove tunnel airboat tours.

Take a high-speed tour of Everglades City's signature mangrove tunnels!

• Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour

• Private Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour

Grassland airboat Tours

Grassland & Buggy Combo

• Grassland Airboat Tour

4 Attractions Included with All Our Tours

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Animal Sanctuary

Alligator Show

Hug an Alligator

Why Choose Captain Jack’s?

Local Roots

Safety & Experience

Two-Way Headsets

Alligators & Animals

Quietest & Comfiest

Personal & Popular

Refreshments & Gifts

Guests love us.

“There is something about flying down narrow alleys of mangrove trees that is just a rush. I could never get tired of it. The guides always give more than just a ride. You learn so much about the Everglades and the total ecosystem that it is. We most certainly will be back!

—C. from Florida

“The mangrove tour was so much fun! We saw a family of dolphins swimming along the boat, several alligators, and a few fish jumping out of the water. Riding through the mangroves was beautiful and a fun way to see the Everglades. I would recommend to anyone.”

—J. from Massachusetts

“We really enjoyed seeing the alligators. The captain of the airboat gave a lot of information about the Everglades and habitat. The addition of the two-way headsets let us all communicate during the tour. This was really a highlight of having friends down visiting us new Florida residents. Plan to bring other guests."

—K. from Florida

“We did the combo package and it was amazing! Great way to experience all 3 ways to 'see' the Everglades! Would highly recommend. All the captains for each segment were fantastic! Had a great time!"

—J.T.

• Mangrove Tunnel & National Park Combo
• Mangrove Tunnel & Grassland Combo
• Mangrove Tunnel & Buggy Combo
• Private Mangrove Tunnel & Buggy Combo
• Grassland & Buggy Combo
• Lodging Nearby
• Total Everglades Stay & Play
• Online Gift Shop
• Animals & Alligator Show
• Everglades City Boardwalk

Breaking News:

Gator Park is open every day. No reservations required, just show up!

NPS Entrance Fee is now $8 per person for adults, free for seniors, children under 16, National Park passholders, military and veterans.

Please be advised that holding live baby alligator for a photo is no longer allowed. Thank you for your understanding.

We have a limitied availability for private tours. Please call to make reservation in advance. 

Walk-ins are always welcome!

Attention Drivers: Please exercise increased caution while traveling on US41 due to current road conditions. Stay alert, reduce speed , and maintain a safe following distance. 

Welcome to GATOR PARK

An alligator adventure in the heart of the everglades national park..

Looking for some serious gator action? Gator Park is the premier airboat tour in the Florida Everglades to spy these fierce reptiles. Airboat rides depart every few minutes, so your Everglades experience begins the moment you arrive. We also offer private airboat tours for a more up close and personal look at the alligators .

The Everglades National Park is known for its vast wildlife, many of whom you’ll meet on your airboat tour. From endangered birds you won’t find anywhere else to small creatures that live among these wild alligators , you’ll see Florida as few people do.

The Everglades' marine life includes more than 200,000 alligators, so you’re guaranteed to spy quite a few on your Everglades tour! American crocodiles and fish, including large mouth bass,  blue gil and catfish, are also frequent guest stars on the tour.

More than 28 different snakes - a few of which are venomous – also call the Everglades home, alongside the beautiful and elusive endangered Florida panther.

Experience this unique Miami, Florida attraction by booking your airboat ride through the Everglades National Park today. Give us a call at 800-559-2205 or buy tour tickets online now.

Ready to meet the gators? You’ve come to the right place. Buy your airboat tour tickets online and save time and money at the park. No reservations required! Your tickets will be available at Gator Park on the day of your airboat safari.

Airboat Tours

Get ready for the ride of your life. The Gator Park Airboat Tour begins by winding down the canal, providing plenty of photo ops to catch wildlife in their natural habitat. Experienced guides offer tips to ensure you spot alligators large and small...

Wildlife Show

Go beyond the Everglades with Gator Park's famous alligator and wildlife show and watch alligators from just a few steps away! This barehanded technique was originally used to capture alligators and showcases the great power and agility of the gators.

ALLIGATOR TOUR HOURS & RATES

Looking for a unique change of pace from other Florida tourist attractions? An Everglades airboat safari is just what you need. Gator Park is open and ready for your Everglades adventure every day, rain or shine! (The gators like the rain.)

Monday – Sunday:

• 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Last wildlife show:

Last airboat departure:

Tickets to Gator Park include admission, airboat ride through the Everglades and watch alligators at the Wildlife show. Buy tickets online and save. 

• Adults: $29.99 ($29.99 at the gate)
• Children: $19.99 (Kids 1-5 years old ride for free!)

Private airboat tours run on your schedule and are a great way to get up close and personal with the gators. Rates are by the hour.

• 1-4 People: $525.00
• 5-6 People: $695.00
• 7-10 People: $895.00
• 11-15 People: $995.00
• 16-24 People: $1495.00

$8 National Park Service entry fee is not included.

Excluded from National Park entrance fees:

• Children under the age of 16
• National Park passholders
• Senior citizens (62+ years of age)
• Active Military personnel with proper ID

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diner's Club cards accepted for all our Everglades attractions.

Everglades Tours

Animal encounters, alligator shows, and much more, everglades airboat tours, everglades vip tour, animal encounters, alligator shows, group tours & events, everglades holiday park airboat tours & rides in fort lauderdale, fl.

Welcome to Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides! We are located in sunny South Florida, just outside of Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Our world-famous airboat ride and alligator park is a top attraction for locals and visitors alike. It’s perfect for kids and adults of all ages.

Climb aboard one of our state-of-the-art vessels for an unforgettable Everglades airboat tour . Then, experience a live alligator show featuring the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team in our world-famous Gator Pit! Even get an opportunity to hold a baby alligator. With miles of wetlands and mangrove tunnels, you’ll journey deep into the Florida Everglades, zipping across the “River of Grass” at top speeds with an expert airboat tour guide.

Our fleet of airboats are spacious safe, offers comfort, and covered protection from all weather conditions. Lock eyes with an American alligator and snap amazing pictures as you come face-to-face with some of the most unusual and exciting animals. Don’t forget to upgrade your boat ride experience with an animal encounter. There’s only one Everglades and only one way to see it. 

AIRBOAT TOURS & ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

Exciting tours.

Experience a tour as stunning as it is intriguing. Our tours of the ‘Glades are unlike any other—packed with facts, history, and educational tidbits about this distinct Florida region filled with unparalleled wildlife; our exclusive fan boat tours offer you an exhilarating thrill like never before. The following are included.

• *60-Minute Everglades Airboat Tours
• 20-Minute Live Alligator Show
• 1 Premium Group Photo for Your Party
• Unmatched Family Fun for All Members

VIP TOUR WITH TRANSPORTATION

Your tour should be the very best—that’s why we make it more seamless than ever to ensure your visit is exhilarating, streamlined, and as memorable as can be. In other words, leave the round-trip transportation planning to us. Our tour transportation packages offer you a ride from our park. Includes: 

• Round-Trip Transportation Included
• *60-Minute, Fully Narrated Airboat Tour
• 20-Minute Live Alligator Show 

Wildlife & Animal Encounters Experience

Discover the thrill of interacting in a private setting with up to 5 exciting and unique, uncaged animals during our private tour. Listen and learn as our professional animal handlers dive into deep, detailed explanations, fun facts, and intriguing information about some of the most interesting and distinctive wildlife.

• 45-minute Animal Encounter Experience 
• Stories and Fun Facts About the Animals
• Professional Photos Included
• Special Packages Available

EXOTIC, EDUCATIONAL FUN

Our thrilling airboat rides through the Florida Everglades offer both education and entertainment (we call it edutainment) —with experienced captains, cutting-edge performers, and exceptionally talented wildlife handlers on our team, we’re proud to offer an experience unlike any other.

join us in Fort Lauderdale for a thrilling experience, and also available with round-trip transportation included!

Adrenaline Packed

60-minute airboat tour.

Glide through the wetlands of the Everglades at top speeds for amazing views, unparalleled thrills, and a thoroughly stunning experience! Our expert guides will take you on an enthralling tour of this distinctive habitat while imparting their vast knowledge of the plants and animals that call it home. Get ready to see alligators, rare birds, and other amazing creatures up close.

Leave the transportation up to us for an effortless vacation. When you book an airboat tour with transportation, we’ll handle the to-and-from accommodations—you handle the 1-hour airboat tour, exclusive live alligator show, and 1 free premium group photo per party. This VIP experience is created to satisfy the needs of explorers who seek both the excitement of exploration and the comfort and convenience of seamless transportation. With our VIP Tour, you can take your journey to the next level and make memories that will last a lifetime.

OUR EXCITING WILDLIFE

Our animal encounters offer you the chance to experience exciting and interesting wildlife as up close and personal as possible. Meet our uncaged animals courtesy of our expert wildlife handlers—learn about their diet, lifestyle, habitat, and much more

OUR GROUP TOURS & ADVENTURES

From school field trips to corporate team building activities, our group tours make for epic, fun-sized adventures. No matter what your event—a family gathering, birthday party, or a summer camp field trip—we can accommodate your party in style.

Stop by The

Gator bites café & gift shop.

If you’ve worked up an alligator-sized appetite while here at our park, you can chomp on some delicious treats from our full-service café and deli. From tasty breakfast and lunch options, we’re proud to offer both kid-friendly delights as well as some more exotic delicacies (an order of frog legs, please). Don’t forget a souvenir from our gift shop to remember your once-in-a-lifetime experience. Gator Bites Café & Gift Shop is more than just a pit stop.

A PRIVATE AIRBOAT TOUR

Climb aboard for a personalized experience just for you and your party. You tell us where you’d like to go how fast to do it, and your wish is our command. Enjoy the wetlands at top speeds for a thrilling adventure, or take a moment to slow down and savor the scenery. You have the freedom to explore, whether they be close encounters with wildlife or peaceful periods in unspoiled wilderness. Our guides will offer a fully narrated experience at your preferred pace.

THE GATOR BOYS IN ACTION

Live shows at the world-famous Gator Pit.

High-octane performances and captivating education about alligators.

Witness a mind-blowing, up-close-and-personal look at the antics and demeanor of rescued American alligators.

Our tour is loaded with excitement and maximum entertainment in mind—that’s why each tour includes an action-packed live alligator show. Our 20-minute gator shows offer heart-pumping stunts peppered with tons of educational facts—all brought to you by the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue team from Animal Planet’s hit TV series.

NEWS & ARTICLES

Visiting everglades national park.

Everglades National Park wasn’t established until 1947, and by then, the damage to the Everglades was already noticeable.

Decades Of Restoration Work – The Everglades Bridge That Changed it All

10 surprising facts about the everglades.

Do you know the Florida Everglades? You might be surprised to learn that America’s wetland is actually a river. Here are 5 surprising facts about the Everglades.

EVERGLADES TOURS, ALLIGATOR SHOWS, AND ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS EXPERIENCE

Our cutting-edge airboats provide a smooth and secure ride, allowing you to concentrate on taking in the surrounding natural beauty.

After your *60-minute Everglades airboat adventure concludes, take in an exciting and educational alligator presentation where you’ll learn all about the American alligator! As part of the airboat tour experience, you’ll receive 1 free group photo per party to remember your fun-filled day at the park! If that’s not enough, GO WILD with our animal encounters experience, where you’ll meet, interact with, and learn about five different animals within a private area inside our park.

No matter where your interests lie, you’ll find something to enjoy during your stay with us. Just ask the locals: they know Everglades Holiday Park is a great place to host a birthday party or a corporate event. Our private airboat tours cater to parties of 2 or more. You can also customize unique shore excursions for your entire group.

As you soar over the glassy waters near Everglades National Park, our designated coast guard will reveal secret information about this unique ecosystem as you soar over the glassy waters. The lush mangroves provide a welcoming aura, and the chirping sounds of animals affirm that you are truly experiencing the purest form of nature.

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Airboat Rides

EVERGLADES AIRBOAT TOURS

• Native Floridian Tour Guides
• Comfortable Cushioned Seats
• Airboats seat up to 10 adults comfortably
• Everglades Gift Shop
• Hold a live baby alligator and have your picture taken
• Open 7 days a week
• 45 minute airboat rides
• Clean restrooms

Airboat Tours

Tour Options

• 1 Hour Private Tour
• 1.5 Hour Private Tour
• 2 Hour Private Tour
• 1 Hour Group Tour

Night Tours

Everglades cruise.

Journey through Florida's vibrant wetlands with us. Experience rare wildlife, exotic birds, and the mesmerizing 'River of Grass' on our airboat tours. A unique adventure awaits.

BROWARD COUNTY REST AREA

We are at Mile Marker 35 on the SOUTH SIDE of the I-75. Click below for directions to our boat ramp

Explore the heart of Florida's Everglades Rest Area, a sanctuary bursting with diverse flora and fauna, educational displays and panoramic views immersed in nature's marvels...

Nearby Food

Nearby fuel.

• Everglades Airboat Tour Gallery

Fort Lauderdale Miami Airboat Tours

1 Hour Private Tour Airboat

From $250 (includes 2 people)

• Each additional Person for $60.00
• Cold Bottle Water Provided
• Tours Run from 9AM to 4PM daily
• Reservations Required

The 1 Hour private airboat tour can accommodate up to 16 guests

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1.5 Hour Private Tour Airboat

From $325 (includes 2 people)

• Call for availability

2 Hour Private Tour Airboat

From $425 (includes 2 people)

• Each additional Person for $75.00

Our longest private airboat adventure allows up to 16 guests

1 Hour Group Tour Airboat

From $60 (per person)

• $30 Children (Ages 6-12)
• Children 5 and under ride for free
• Call for More Info

Glide and slide through the Florida Everglades in a group setting with other nature enthusiasts

From $350 (Includes 2 People)

• $60 Each additional Person
• 15% Gratuity for Captain included
• Must arrive 20-30 min prior
• Must Call for Availability

Join us on a night-time airboat tour to discover the magic after dark, kindly contact us for details

From $50 (per person)

• Adults $50.00 (Ages 13+)
• Children $25.00 (Ages 6 – 12)
• Infants Ages 5 & under

The Everglades Swamp Tours Experience

Everglades Swamp Tours can take you places no other Airboat Tour can. Ride with us to see alligators up close in their natural habitat. In addition to the Alligator, the Everglades Airboat Tour will give you a chance to see various species of birds and fish unlike anywhere else in the United States.

Come See What We Are About

With over 60 years experience air boating in the Florida Everglades, our knowledgeable guides are sure to take you on the ride of a lifetime while educating visitors on the history, ecology and wildlife that call the River of Grass home. Click to read about how we found our way….

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At Everglades Swamp Tours, our goal is to provide unique, private or semi-private airboat rides and tours so that when participants set foot back on land, they leave with more than just a memory. No two tours are the same! The Everglades is home to hundreds of species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, plants and insects, you never know what Mother Nature has in store! Your experienced, knowledgeable guides are sure to give you a tour through the Everglades you’ll never forget! For the land lovers, you’ll have the possibility to see panther, bobcat, deer, raccoons and more. For those wanting to know what lies beneath the surface, alligators, snapping turtles and many native fish are just around the corner. And if you look to the skies, the Everglades is a bird watchers paradise, home to many resident and migratory wading birds, as well as the endangered Everglades Snail Kite. Everglades Swamp Tours has something for everyone!

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Broward County Rest Area on I-75N 3500 Everglades Pkwy Mile Marker 35 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33327

30 Minutes West of Fort Lauderdale Airport Towards Naples

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Best Everglades Airboat Private Tours in the Florida

• From 2 up to 8 people per boat.
• Kids 12 and under go free.
• Choose between 1 hour, 90 min and 2 hour private airboat tours in the Everglades.

Alligators and Wildlife fun for the whole family

🎯 We’re in Parkland, FL. The Closest Boat Ramp near Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach and West Palm Beach. Click to check us in the map .

We accept credit cards and cash

Choose Your Airboat Tour and Book Online

Reservations required at least 4 hours in advance . Your online booking gets you an instant and confirmed reservation.

Our everglades tours run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, daily. Additionally:

• Include 2 people in the listed price
• Have a maximum capacity of 8 people
• Each additional person from 13 years is $75
• Private Airboat Tours require advanced reservations
• Kids 12 years and under, ride free

Introduction to the Everglades

Heart of the Everglades

Full circuit VIP Experience

Everglades Airboat Tours: The Easy Way

Getting some adventure time with your family shouldn’t require plane tickets, hotel rooms, complicated itineraries and time off from work.

Right here in our South Florida backyard is the majestic Florida Everglades. A natural wonder, it’s rich with magnificent birds, wild alligators, turtles and all kinds of beautiful plant-life.

With an Everglades airboat tour, you can safely get up close and experience these wetlands in a way that’s unlike anything else…

What to Expect on Your Private Airboat Ride

Our custom airboat rides are private charters for you and your group to enjoy the nature and beauty of the Everglades.

You will not be sharing the boat with people you don’t know. This is a personal experience with a knowledgeable guide that will share with you facts and information about the history, flora, fauna and changes throughout the decades to this enormous body of water.

How to Book your Everglades Airboat Ride

1 - choose your tour.

We offer 1 hour, 90 minute and 2 hour tours based on the type of activity you're looking for.

2 - Choose Your Date

Our advanced booking system will show you exactly what we have available so you can easily plan your private adventure according to your schedule.

3 - Get Ready for Adventure!

Once your booking is complete, you'll receive a custom itinerary for your private airboat adventure . We'll make sure you have directions, and other preparations all ready to go.

An exciting moment seeing wild alligators for the first time on their private air boat tour in the Florida Everglades.

Book your Private Airboat Tour in the Florida Everglades.

A quick getaway adventure should be as easy as visiting your backyard.

Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach

Our air boat charters are available to those in the areas of Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida. This swamp tour is one of the best rated airboat Florida rides on TripAdvisor.

Private Airboat Tours in Florida

Because our Everglade tours are private, you and your family get a front row seat to all the action. Your view will never be blocked so each moment you’re on the water is going to always be rewarding and memorable.

Contact Florida Airboat Rides

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Contact Info

Phone: (954) 997-9553 Email: [email protected] Open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. - 365 days

Remember to book previously go the ramp, all our rides are by appointment only .

Once you are booked just go to: 15490 Loxahatchee Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 33076

Airboat Tours The Best Family Friendly Customized Private Hi-Tech Shade Covered

NATURE. GATORS. FUN.

Family friendly airboat tours in the Florida swamp.

Reservations are required to better serve you!

Take an exciting airboat tour on your next Florida vacation!

Imagine your luxury airboat tour , gliding through a beautiful natural paradise of swamps, marshes and incredible wildlife. Our trained airboat captains escort you as you discover the one of a kind Florida swamps where you will come face to face with the majestic beauty and beasts of Florida’s real animal adventure. Bring your camera to capture the thrills and chills of this unforgettable swampland journey! 321-689-6893

2830 Neptune Road Kissimmee, FL 34744

PRIVATE* AIRBOAT TOURS

*Our passengers LOVE having the airboat all to themselves, and at the same price (or less!) than non-private airboat rides. *Private rides available for groups of 4-6 guest, groups of 2 or 3 will share the boat with others.

• $49.95 for children 10 and under.
• Perfect for families with young children!
• $65 for children 10 and under.
• More time to find wildlife!

WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR LUXURY AIRBOAT RIDE

No crowded boats here! Sit back and relax in our comfortable, small private boats. The seats are padded for comfort and our boats offer covered shade if you want to get out of the sun. Our high-tech headsets allow everyone to talk to one another during the entire ride. Take a load off your feet and escape to Florida’s beautiful swamp and wildlife adventure!

Small, 6 passenger boat Yep, this is the number one reason… most people, (when they realize they have a choice) just don’t want to be on a large air boat with 20 other people. They tell us “What if we get stuck in the middle of the boat? We won’t be able to see anything!”

High Tech Headsets Our headsets with microphones allow you to talk to us the entire time – so ask us questions and help spot wildlife — you’ll absolutely love this feature that no other airboat ride company offers.

Longer trip times Many, many passengers want the “real deal” experience, to go where only the locals go… and our longer 90 minute and 2 hour airboat rides are the only ones out there!

Private airboat rides Our passengers LOVE having the boat all to themselves, and at the same price (or less!) than non-private airboat rides.

SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH US!

We love it when you share your photos and videos with us online! Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and TripAdvisor!

Welcome to Our Jungle

Most frequent questions and answers

Each of our airboat adventures is different and nothing is staged. With Spirit of the Swamp, you get the true Florida experience complete with amazing wildlife, and stunning scenery!

There’s never any charge for a weather related cancellation, we issue an immediate refund in full.  If you’d like to rebook, we’ll do our best to reschedule you to a different day. We recommend you book early in your vacation or holiday so that you’ll have time to reschedule – just in case Mother Nature has other plans.

In the spring and summer you should dress like you would for any other outdoor activity, sunglasses are always a great idea!  In late fall and winter, dressing in layers works best as it always feel cooler when you’re moving across the water…

Call us at  321-689-6893 or click on the booking links found on this page!

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Experience all of Florida’s natural beauty in our thrilling rides.

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The Difference Is In The Tour

Welcome to Vero Beach Florida’s most popular airboat adventure!

Capt. Bob set the standard in 2004 with the first and most talked about, narrated airboat tour on the Treasure Coast. Located in Vero Beach just west of I-95 on the beautiful Blue Cypress Conservation Marshland.

Experience Florida’s natural marshlands, and feel the thrill of flying over the water and drifting through turns as you glide over miles of natural Florida wetlands. During your one hour airboat tour you will observe exotic birds, plants, turtles and Florida alligators in their own natural environment in pristine areas that ordinary boats simply cannot reach. Getting so close you’ll be amazed.

Capt. Bob is a long time Indian River County resident and guide. He transformed an average airboat ride into the best fully-narrated airboat tour through Indian River County’s marshland. While navigating the waters, Capt. Bob shares information about the area and its habitat through aviation talk-around headsets provided to all guests. On your airboat tour, Capt. Bob will share points of interest about the birds, plants, fish and gators that you see. He will also cover the history of the marshlands and its previous transformation. Capt. Bob’s airboat tour has been enjoyed by thousands young and old. Capt. Bob set the standards that others try to follow. Enjoy a fun, exciting, educational and entertaining look at the marshlands in its natural inhabitants. A must see for tourists and Florida residents of all ages, Capt. Bob is known by the locals as the Marsh Entertainer!  Capt. Bob’s Airboat Adventure Tour has proudly been the premier airboat adventure tour since 2004.

GATOR BAIT AIRBOAT ADVENTURES

Discover wild florida gators guaranteed.

Vero Beach airboat rides

Private tours now available up to 8 people*.

*If you have more than 8 people please see our tours and pricing page Individual bookings also available for $52.00 (+tax) per person

Vero Beach Premier

Airboat tours in the fantastic blue cypress lake conservation area.

AirBoat Rides on GatorBait Air Boat Tours Live alligator viewing

Enjoy the rich expanse of the Blue Cypress Preserves, home to hundreds of BIG alligators & beautiful native birds.​

Great family fun! gators galore

Don't forget your camera book your ride today.

Guided by a real Florida native, you will enjoy the “Trip of a Lifetime”

Air Boat Rides & Tours Vero Beach GatorBait AirBoat Rides.

EXPLORE WILD FLORIDA

Entertaining educating exhilarating​.

• Alligator Tours
• Orlando Everglades
• 1 Hour Airboat Tour
• 90 Minute Airboat Tour
• 2 Hour Airboat Tour
• 4 Hour Airboat Tour

Orlando Airboat Tours A Real Florida Experience!

***SPECIAL NOTES***    6 – 12 Passenger Airboats.  Have more? No Problem, we will start your tour together, see each other out there and return together!  Great way to get pictures!

Reservations Required –  remember to check in 15 minutes before your tour.   Partin Triangle Park  2830 Neptune Rd  Kissimmee, Fl  34744    **Brown Cabin next to the restrooms.

 SPECIAL NOTES–   Please bring hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and water for your tour.     Our airboats are open vessels (not covered) because of where we go to view wildlife, alligators and birds.

We except Debit and Credit Cards ( $4.69 processing fee for credit card)    Due to increased fuel prices, we have temporarily added a 1% fuel surcharge.

Orlando Airboat Tours: Operated by Marsh Landing Adventures

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED 

We offer the closest Airboat Tour and Eco Tour to all of the Central Florida Attractions.  

Here at Orlando Airboat Tours, we run smaller airboats so we can get you into locations the larger, barge type boats can’t get to. Our airboats  are state of the art,  stadium seating open boats which give all passengers an unobstructed, fantastic view of the diversity of wildlife and plant life that call the swamp their home.  Our boats are not covered due to the areas we take our guests.

Our Airboat Adventure Prices are per person:

• 1 Hour   $55.00 Adults / $50.00 Child
• 90 Minute  $70.00 Adults / $65.00 Child
• 2 Hour   $90.00 / $85.00 Child
• 4 Hour Wilderness Excursion (4 Person Minimum) $175.00 Adult / $165.00 Child
• Private Tours

Our airboat rides give you the opportunity to experience the real WILD side of Florida.  We want you to see the Florida alligators, wildlife of all kinds, many species of birds, and beautiful flora.

• Monday – Saturday tours start at 9:00 am, 11:00 am. 1:00 pm,  3:00 pm, and 5:00pm – RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
•  Sundays : Closed

*** You MUST check in at the ticket office 30 minutes BEFORE  your tour time at 2830 Neptune Rd  Kissimmee, Fl 34744 –  Brown cabin next to the restrooms***

Cancellation Policy:  Our tours run rain or shine.  24 Hour notice required for a refund.

We have smaller boats, so we can get into areas the big barge type boats can’t get to.  For large groups, we have additional boats as needed to accommodate you. The boats depart at the same time and return at the same time. You will have opportunities to see each other and take pictures of each other while you are out in the swamp.

Our captains will stop and talk with you, encourage you to ask questions, let you take pictures, and we also want you to HEAR the wildlife.

We do our tours rain or shine!   We will do a delay if the weather gets bad.  In Florida, if you wait a little bit, the weather gets better!

Not at all. Life Jackets required for kids 6 and under, but all will enjoy our Airboat Tours. Smooth and exciting tour!

Airboat Tours

• Monday -Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Sundays – Closed

Advanced reservations are required. You can call our ticket office directly from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm,  at 407-572-3561 and someone from our staff will be happy to assist you. Credit cards are required for your reservation and will be charged at the time of booking your tour. There is a $8.69 processing fee. You can also purchase tickets through our website.

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Shingle Creek which is located right here in Central Florida is the Headwaters for the Florida Everglades. Right where we take you on our exciting airboat adventures is where the Everglades start. Come take an exciting airboat ride and see where the largest living estuary in the World starts from a little creek.

Voted "Best" Tour For Central Florida In Orlando Airboat Reviews !

Our ninety-minute ride was everything we had hoped it would been, and it was made even more enjoyable by my comfy bucket seat in the front row (and a carabiner to secure my bag). Captain Wayde was friendly to us guests and, even more importantly to me, respectful of the animal life we encountered. I think that a Marsh Landing Adventures airboat ride is an excellent way to leave one’s everyday world behind and get immersed in Central Florida nature.

Had a fantastic 1hr ride out with Capt Scott what a charmer very funny and knows his stuff for sure, had a wonderful exhilarating ride out into the swamps even had a beer at no charge if you are there in the area its a well worth trip.

We had a boat tour with Captain Chris and honestly if I had the time this holiday I would go again! It was amazing! The marsh was picturesque and full of wildlife. We were even lucky enough to see a few alligators! Our Captain was great ; very friendly and informative! An absolute 10/10.

We have been voted, in Orlando Airboat Reviews, as the best 90 minute and 2 hour alligator tour in Central Florida.

Be sure to check out the rest of our website to find out more information about the best airboat rides in Florida, purchasing airboat tour tickets online, and making reservations by phone.

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Located right outside of Orlando, Florida on beautiful Lake Panasoffkee, we’re here ready to give you an adventure. So if you’re googling for ‘airboat rides & tours near me’ your search just got easier. Voted #1, Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures offers nothing but the best airboat rides at the most reasonable price.

Come experience Florida and enjoy an airboat experience you will never forget. Discover Florida’s swamps and meet the long-time swamp residents, the alligators. Though they look ferocious, gators are actually timid and friendly. Of course, our guides will make sure you’re going to have a safe and fun-filled adventure.

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Florida’s swamps are not just a natural habitat for alligators. During our Florida airboat rides, you’ll see other animals living in their habitat. You’ll also get to witness birds, fish and reptiles living peacefully in their natural habitat – our protected swamps.

BEST FAN BOAT TOURS IN ORLANDO

Our fan boat tours are exhilarating! Make sure to bring your A-game because we’re committed to giving you a fun ride all the way. Though we like you to have fun, we also want you to get to know Florida’s flora and fauna during the ride.

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Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures is one of the leading airboat rides near Orlando, Florida. We offer airboat tours and adventures for people of all ages.

Our team gives the safest, most memorable airboat tours in Lake Panasoffkee. People staying in nearby places such as Tampa, Orlando, Kissimmee, Ocala, Crystal River, St. Pete, Clearwater, Clermont, Leesburg, Wildwood,  and The Villages, flock to Swamp Fever to experience airboat rides near Orlando! People love us because…

• We’re just a quick hour drive away from popular destinations.
• Florida’s natural beauty is nothing short of amazing.
• Our airboat ride is an hour full of exciting glides through swamps and marshes.
• It’s an adventure filled with learning and memorable encounters.
• Captain Ron and the entire team is the company you need for a stress-free vacation.

FLORIDA’S NATURAL BEAUTY

Go home with the memory of a lifetime. We offer an exhilarating ride yet relaxing as we pass through beautiful sceneries and observe animals in their natural habitat. Whether you’re seven or 70 years old, Swamp Fever’s airboat tours are one of a kind!

WILDLIFE ANIMALS

Catch the fever with Swamp Fever’s airboat rides in Central Florida. See alligators, turtles, snakes, ducks, and rare birds as we pass through Florida’s untouched territories. Meet your mascots in the form of live animals in the area and get to know their behavior as we traverse their habitat.

NATURAL THEME PARK

Swamp Fever is beyond theme parks. No long lines or large crowds, don’t miss Central Florida airboat rides. Florida’s natural theme parks are its swamps, lakes, and marshes. Of all Orlando airboat rides, we are committed to giving the most memorable airboat adventure for all ages.

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Enjoy a Safe and Guided Ride!

Are you staying in Tampa for your Florida adventure? Swamp Fever is one of the go-to airboat rides and tours near Tampa, FL. With just a quick hour drive away, visit us here at Lake Panasoffkee, and you’ll experience fun and relaxation. Let’s enjoy Florida’s beauty and scenery as we ride an airboat manned by none other than Captain Ron, Swamp Fever’s tour guide and airboat operator.

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Best airboat tours in orlando, florida with captain ron.

Captain Ron is a United States Coast Guard (USCG) certified airboat operator. Our Captain Ron is one of the most sought-after tour guides in Swamp Fever, but our other tour guides can also give you the best airboat adventures. However, as the most experienced airboat operator with us, Captain Ron has his special moves that can give you the thrill while you’re out in the Florida marshes and swamps.

Our tour guides at Swamp Fever give a one-of-a-kind experience and are voted as best airboat tours in Orlando, Florida. As USCG-certified airboat operators, we ensure the safest and most memorable ride. Captain Ron has been a Florida native and a lover of airboats for over 50 years. At the age of seven, he experienced his first airboat ride, which later on led to a lifelong relationship with airboats. Now, he gives the best airboat rides at Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures as he makes our customers happy.

Aside from his expertise in airboat rides, Captain Ron also has a passion and knowledge about Florida Swamps in his experience as an airboat operator. Though he worked in construction for many years, Captain Ron decided to pursue a Master Captain License to be Swamp Fever’s best operator and tour guide for airboat tours in Florida.

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Captain Ron and our experienced captains are trained and prepared to provide the ride of a lifetime. Our captains also allow you to take pictures and videos as you visit Florida’s natural sceneries. So don’t forget to bring your smartphones or cameras because every inch of Florida’s swamps and lakes is worth the shot. At Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures, we’re sure that we’ll satisfy your thirst for adventure. Though there are other boat tours in Tampa, Florida, Swamp Fever believes that we provide the best possible experience for the best price.

Reserve your ticket now and get a chance to meet Captain Ron at Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures. Our daytime tours are available for adults and children of all ages. For a personal experience with your family or friends, our private tours require a minimum of six persons.

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Book a reservation at 352-643-0708 , and don’t miss your chance to experience the best Orlando airboat tours.

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Update on COVID-19 Procedures and Precautions . Reservations will be required for all tours and tickets can either be purchased in advance here on our website or guests can call us at 954-389-0202 to hold a reservation time as well. For a complete list of our COVID-19 protocols please click here. 

Masks are required for indoor areas at park and are recommended for all outdoor spaces where distancing cannot be achieved. Capacity is currently limited- reservations required for all tours.

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Reservations are required for all tours as we can often sell out. Tickets can either be purchased in advance on our website or guests can call us at 954-389-0202 to hold a reservation time as well.

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Feel the excitement and learn the history of Florida’s most remarkable treasure–the Everglades on this incredible Florida Everglades airboat tour .

Private Sunrise Airboat Adventure

An adventure like no other. A private tour at Sawgrass Recreation Park for the early Florida sunrise hours when the Everglades are showcasing its raw beauty!

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Looking for a private Everglades Airboat Tour through Florida’s incredible swamp at night? Look no further than our Red Eye Exclusive Adventure!

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Adventure packages, facility rental and events, private adventures, fishing and camping, public adventures, night tours, your everglades airboat adventure starts here.

Climb aboard for an Everglades airboat ride and go on an adventure in the Florida Everglades just outside of Ft. Lauderdale. Your airboat ride is guided by one of our highly-trained, experienced captains, who takes you on a thrilling ride. During your Everglades airboat tour, listen to fun facts about this impressive ecosystem while you take in the exciting sights.

You may even catch a glimpse of the wildlife as you skim across the glassy water on your adventure. Keep your eyes peeled as you cruise through the unbridled wild beauty of the Florida Everglades. Feel free to let your spirit soar as you view nature at its finest on our Fort Lauderdale everglades tour!

Update on COVID-19 Procedures and Precautions

To our clients and customers, firstly I want to thank you for your continued business. I know that there is a great deal of concern about COVID-19. We share in those concerns; I want to review with you about the operational adjustments and enhancements on existing procedures that we currently have in place for everyone’s safety.

GENERAL ADMISSION

Adult (13+): $26.95 Child (4-12): $16.95 Under 4: Free!

AIRBOATS RUN EVERY DAY

We are open 363 days each year and our boats run every 20-30 minutes until 3:30 p.m. with a final airboat adventure at 5 p.m. when our exhibit areas close. All tours operate pending inclement weather so please call prior to arriving if there is weather in the area.

GROUP ADVENTURES

We have the largest fleet of airboats in the United States! We can accommodate 150 guests per hour on our airboats!

We have a fleet of jon boats available for rent for fishing purposes. Reservations can be made online. Our store is well-stocked with beverages, snacks, and lunch items. Tent Camping is primitive and available for $20 per 4-person tent per night. Reservations are required and can be made online. Check-in is before 5 p.m. seven days a week. Special rates are available for Boy and Girl Scouts.

Last jon boat rental is 1 p.m. daily.

SHOP AND DINE

On your way to our exhibit areas, stop by  The Gator Grill , our gourmet food truck, to sample some delicious and made-to-order lunch. Using the freshest ingredients, our food truck offers angus burgers, pulled pork, and of course, tasty grilled gator bites. A favorite menu item is our handmade angus cheeseburgers and pulled pork sandwiches! We also offer a variety of appetizers and kids’ meals sure to please any palate. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Click the link below to find out more about The Gator Emporium and Sawgrass Gem Mining!

CHECK OUT OUR NEW ONLINE STORE

If you love our physical store, the Gator Emporium now sells some of our favorite products 24/7 on our new web store! Since we are located in the heart of Florida, you can bet our shop will feature unique items from local artisans as often as we can source them! New items added weekly so stay tuned!

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The airboat was fun and it was exciting to see the wildlife! We saw an alligator, snapping turtle, and snake out in the water and the alligator and turtle came right up to our boat. Our guide, Captain Disco, also took the time to educate us on the Everglades!

I always wanted a ride on an air boat and it was a great experience...the company put on a good show and it was an enjoyable day.. nice staff and we saw crocodiles so everyone was happy...they have a cafe for quick eats and drinks, also an animal sanctuary!

We enjoyed the 30 min Airboat ride but also a visit to the reptile and wildlife area at the park. Captain Disco was friendly and informative. We got to see 2 gators. A good short tour and worthwhile experience when you are in the area.

Exceeded my expectations. We were lucky enough to see some alligators but even if we didn’t I still would’ve enjoyed the tour. Learning about the history, present and future plans for the Everglades was so interesting.

The trip was the perfect amount of time (30mins). We were able to see one alligator on our trip. The captain was knowledgeable, funny, and engaging. We also enjoyed the reptile zoo after the boat tour and were able to pet a baby alligator. Something different and fun to do for the whole family.

What an amazing adventure. I have been on many airboats in the Everglades but the adventure at night is very different. Saw many many gators. Guide was wonderful!

It's true you may not see wildlife depending on the time of day or the time of year but the boar ride itself is not only entertaining and pleasant overall the guides are very knowledgeable and informative. Don't go on a rainy or extremely hot day and I highly recommend the Gator Nights tours. The photo souvenirs are reasonably priced, staff is friendly, good food at the food truck, and the homes they have provided for unreturnable to the wild animals is sweet the caretakers love the like pets. Good for kids, ask about the annual pass for residents.

We were absolutely happy about our time at Sawgrass Recreation! Check in was easy, and Captain Lauderdale was fabulous! We saw 4 alligators and got a great education on the birds and other animals in the area. Well worth the price of a private tour!

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Are you looking for an unforgettable Florida adventure? Join us an airboat tour for a close look at the wetlands of Vero Beach and all their amazing wildlife, like gators, eagles, and unique flora. Book now!

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Are you looking for an unforgettable Florida adventure? Join us for a close look at the wetlands just west of Vero Beach on an exhilarating airboat ride. Venture on Lake Garcia to see the amazing wildlife including gators, eagles, and unique flora. Book now!

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Experience Florida’s true nature. Our Vero Beach airboat tours transport you to another ecosystem in the heart of Lake Garcia, Blue Cypress Conservation Area. Encounter Florida gators and exotic wildlife as you glide through the Florida wilderness.  Breathtaking views with spectacular panoramas await you. We guarantee an exciting and unforgettable airboat experience – one you will talk about for years to come. Book your airboat ride now!

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FLORIDA AIRBOAT EXCURSIONS has teamed up with AIRBOAT WILDERNESS RIDES, STUMPKNOCKER TOUR S MARSH BEAST AIRBOAT TOURS as well as FLORIDA CRACKER to provide our customers with more tour options on our fleet of custom built airboats with advanced propulsion and communication equipment for the ultimate interactive experience. When you arrive at Blue Cypress Conservation Area please look for Captain John or Captain Krista, they will direct you to your boat.

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Take a Central Florida Airboat Ride and see Florida Alligators and other native wildlife up-close. This unforgettable adventure is waiting for you right here only minutes away from downtown Orlando. A-Awesome Airboat Rides is located close to all of the Central Florida attractions as well as Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach, Titusville, The Kennedy Space Center (Cape Canaveral) and Orlando. We will take you on an amazing airboat ride away from the crowds of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World…

Come explore the beautiful scenery and native Florida Wildlife of the historic St. Johns River right in the heart of Central Florida! An A-Awesome Airboat Ride provides enjoyable and educational experiences exploring the marshes of the Scenic St. Johns River on a REAL air boat ride in the Central Florida Everglades. You will see the unspoiled Florida, in all its splendor!

Enjoy a 90 minute tour, that will take you far away from the crowds, on the St. Johns River and deep into the swamp on your airboat with Captain Gator Bruce. Captain Bruse is a Central Florida Native and is very experienced and knowledgable of the history and the wildlife of the St. John’s River.

See and take pictures of the St. Johns River (the Central Florida Everglades) and native Florida wildlife in their natural habitats from the comfortable seats of Captain Gator Bruce’s custom designed Air Boat. The Airboat has been designed with comfort and safety in mind and includes voice activated headphones so you can hear all about what you are seeing without hearing the noise of the Air Boat engine or the noise of other Air Boat engines that might be on the water.

Unlike some of the other Florida Airboat tours available that take up to 30 people, A-Awesome Airboat rides take a maximum of 6 passengers on each of our Florida Airboat Tours. This allows us to provide you with a much more personalized airboat ride and tour and lets us take you places that the bigger bus like airboats can’t go.

Take a Central Florida Airboat Ride with A-Awesome Airboat Rides and you will get to see Florida Alligators and other Native Florida Wildlife up-close and in person. This unforgettable Florida airboat ride adventure is waiting for you right here in the Orlando Attraction area of Central Florida. We will take you on an amazing Florida Airboat Ride away from the crowds of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World. Less than an hour from Orlando area attractions and theme parks. Also, only about 15 minutes from the Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex.

Come explore the beautiful scenery and native Florida Wildlife of the historic St. Johns River right in the heart of Central Florida! An A-Awesome Airboat Ride provides enjoyable and educational experiences exploring the marshes of the Scenic St. Johns River on a REAL Florida Airboat Ride in the Central Florida Everglades. You will see the unspoiled Florida, in all its splendor!

During your 90 minute round-trip tour wildlife can jump up right in front of you!!! Expect to see native and migratory birds, White-tail Deer, Wild Turkey, Otters, Bald Eagles, Sand Hill Cranes, Herons, Wild Boar, Osprey and plenty of Alligators.

Note: Every effort will be made during your airboat ride to show you just as much of the unspoiled native wildlife as possible. But we can’t make any guarantees on just what you will see during your air boat ride. Each of our air boat rides is unique, we are touring by boat on the St. John’s River and through natural Florida swamps, none of the wildlife you see will be in pens, so we don’t know what we will see on each air boat ride.

Captain Gator Bruce of A-Awesome Airboat Rides is a US Coast Guard Certified Florida Airboat Captain and has been guiding boat tours on the historic back waters of Central Florida since 1997.

It is often said that imitation is the most sincere from of flattery; well take a look around and see how many others are doing what Captain Gator Bruce has been doing for years. Captain Bruce has been an innovator and set the standard on airboat tours and on his web site. He was the first to offer voice activated headphones, was the first to provide virtual tours on the web and now many others are doing the same. So I guess Captain Gator Bruce must be doing something right when so many others want to be like Captain Bruce and A-Awesome Airboat Rides!!!

Go ahead and check out the others, Captain Gator Bruce is confident that you;ll be back, just like most of his customers…it was so much fun they want to go again and again and again.

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A-Awesome Airboat Ride Boats can accommodate 6 passengers per boat. If you have a large party and need multiple boats we can handle that.

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Captain Gator Bruce of A-Awesome Airboat Rides wants to hear from you. If you have any questions, want additional information or are ready to schedule your tour, call Captain Gator Bruce today at:

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Captain Gator Bruce is on the waters of the scenic St. John’s River virtually everyday, so the best time to call him is after dark. If you call and are unable to reach Captain Gator Bruce, please leave a message. You are very important to him and he will call you back (usually within 30 minutes) even if he is on the water, he will call you back.

If you are ready to schedule your tour it would be helpful when you call to have the following information available:

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Captain Gator Bruce will do everything he can to make sure you have an enjoyable, safe and memorable tour. He is proud of his these waters and wants to share them with you.

GENERAL ADMISSION + AIRBOAT TOUR (WALK-IN): Adult $35 | Child (4-11): $27 | Ages Under 4: Free

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Come meet some adorable baby gators and even get a chance to hold a three-foot alligator! Our tour allows you to feed over 250 of these amazing creatures. It’s a must-do for all the gator enthusiasts in your group!

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Love all things gators? Book this incredible three-hour experience in the Florida Everglades that includes our best three tours in one! See alligators, cruise through the Everglades, and more.

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Take a private airboat tour with room for up to 15 people in one party! Learn all about the natural wildlife in the beautiful Everglades and get general admission to the park.

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South Florida’s oldest alligator farm, the Everglades Alligator Farm, is located near the entrance of Everglades National Park and contains more than 2,000 alligators.

A trip to the Everglades Alligator Farm includes an exciting airboat tour, an alligator show, and an alligator feeding demonstration! If you are headed to Key Largo or Key West, this is an attraction you absolutely won’t want to miss.

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I went here today with my husband and paid about $60 for both of us, and that is already including airboat show in the package which I highly recommend. This is a great spot to check out when in South Florida. We spent about three hours in the place. Staffs are friendly and shows were very entertaining.

A quick adventure, not too long but enough to get a feel for the land. We loved the 360 turns, even got soaked (or a little wet) depending on where you sit. You can feed an Emu, see the anaconda and fun gift shop too. We loved the baby alligator pen and holding a baby alligator was unforgettable! The alligator feeding and alligator show was great, the gentleman who hosted was even better. Very friendly, patient with kids and informative/educational.

We had a lot of fun here, the animals look like they are taken good care of and Liz was great, she did all the shows on this day (gator, snakes, feeding) and we thought she did an amazing job! The airboat tour was also great, it’s loud but you get ear protection and we saw gators!

As an animal lover, this was just about the best part of our 5 day trip here. I loved the great info from both shows and got to hold a baby alligator too! Over 250 alligators to see of all sizes. If you cant decide whether to add the boat ride, think no more, add it. Very fun, safe and once in a lifetime experience. All so affordable.

Highly recommend visiting this place. It was one of the best experience on our holiday. We booked an animal experience tour which was great, we all loved it and many thanks to our great guide! He was so nice and knowledgeable and made the tour really enjoyable for the kids too. Thank you!

I hadn't had high expectations because the price was lower than other options I had looked into. Tyler was engaging and informative for the alligator feeding and show. Jose was a great tour guide on the fan boat through the everglades. There is a reptile exhibit among other animals to view included with the general admission. My two young kids had a great time as well. It's couple and kid-friendly!

Not just a roadside attraction - but also very educational. The folks who gave the talks where very informative about the reptiles and conservation starts with education. The airboat ride was very fun and VERY wet - too short though. Spent about 3 hours there.

They keep adding to it and it's grown substantially since my last visit. Well worth the admission fee of $27.00 USD which does not include the swamp bait ride. I think it was $32.00 all inclusive. This place does a great job through it's alligator feeding and taming exhibitions. In addition to alligators, they have crocodiles, bobcats, parakeets, large turtles, a snake exhibit, and much more. On this trip, there was no snake show with used to be part of the schedule. I'm not sure if it was discontinued or just not available on the day we went. You are free to bring in your own food and enjoy a nice picnic at one of their many picnic tables. Your entire experience takes about three hours. It's quite educational and I highly recommend it.

You can do the whole thing (feeding demo, airboat ride, show) in around two hours. They have over 400 alligators and a variety of other animals on exhibit. There are several enclosures with baby alligators. The airboat ride is 20 minutes of fun if you get the right guide. Ours was awesome. You actually learn a lot that you may not know about gators.

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We would like to invite you to climb aboard one of our touring airboats and take off for the ride of your life on an Everglades Tour in Miami!

Our goal is to leave you in awe, with memories that will last a lifetime of this breathtaking wonderland we call the Florida Everglades, of the wildlife you encountered and the knowledge you walked away with while on one of our Miami Everglades airboat rides.

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One the most beautiful and wildlife diverse lakes in Florida. It's the 3rd largest lake in W. Florida with 4,280 of water. An easy drive from Orlando, The Villages, and Tampa Bay areas.

Why Lake Panasoffkee? Escape into the Most Beautiful Canals on this Wild Adventure Airboat Ride

The canals and swamps of the 3rd largest lake of W. Florida provides an incredible backdrop. You are almost certain to see a diverse amount of wildlife as you cruise through the channels of beautiful trees and vegetation. Then buckle up for an epic glide on your airboat ride!

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Glide across the Everglades on a thrilling airboat tour. Come see alligators, bald eagles, and more with us!

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Thrilling Orlando Airboat Tours

Wild Willy’s One-Hour Airboat Rides are perfect for families looking for unique things to do near Orlando. Book an everglades airboat tour on Lake Tohopekaliga, St. Cloud, to see gators, bald eagles, and much more!

Florida’s natural beauty surrounds you while you ride on one of our fully insured airboats. Our licensed captains know how to spot gators, bald eagles, blue herons, endangered snail kites, and other local wildlife. After your tour, you get to hold and take photos with our resident gators as a free bonus!

Hold Our Gators!

We participate in a trade-in program with a local alligator farm. Once they become too big or aggressive, we swap them out for smaller ones. Cricket and Sergio are great learning tools for people of all ages. Not many people can say they’ve actually held an alligator!

Some competitors don’t even let you use your own camera and leave you with no other option but to purchase a photo from them if you want a memory to take home. With us, take as many photos as you’d like!

At Wild Willy’s, there are never extra or hidden fees to hold and take photos with our lil’ pride and joys! The old nickel and dime scam is something we choose not to partake in. We believe honesty and integrity will keep you coming back year after year.

We strive to be the best at our guided airboat tours. They are very informative, and you’re guaranteed to leave with more knowledge of Florida wildlife than you had upon arrival. In addition to not wanting to just throw you on an airboat and whip ya around, we believe in competitive pricing. As you compare us to other companies, you’ll find we maintain one of the lowest, if not  the lowest,  prices around. You definitely get more bang for your buck with Wild Willy’s!

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Customers will receive a full refund with at least 24 hours’ notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows or guests canceling inside the 24-hour window will be charged the full price.

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• Absolutely no feeding the wildlife, and with that, no food allowed on board.
• We recommend that you wear ear protection when the boat is in full throttle.
• Children must be seated at all times and sit with at least one adult.
• For longer tours, we suggest you have plenty of fluids and sunscreen.
• Stow personal items properly to prevent loss overboard or destruction in the boat prop.
• We are not responsible for lost or damaged personal belongings.
• Our captains reserve the right to not allow a person onto a boat tour if he feels they may be under the influence of alcohol or chemical substances that might make the trip unsafe for themselves or others in the party.
• We proudly accommodate people with most medical conditions and/or disabilities.
• If the weather is such that the captain feels the tour would be unsafe, then we reserve the right to cancel. Therefore, we recommend that you call an hour or two prior to your arrival if you’re unsure about the weather conditions.
• If your tour is cancelled due to weather conditions and you’ve already paid, you’ll receive a full refund.

Any questions? Please feel free to  contact us !

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• Offered during regular business hour – LIMITED AVAILABILITY
• 1-6 guests on a 6-passenger boat: $375 plus tax
• 7-14 guests on a 14-passenger boat: $775 plus tax
• Must call to book all Private Tours
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Seasonal (Limited Availability)

4:45 PM, 6 PM and 7:15 PM

Ages 3 and older: $68 per person

Ages 0-2: Free

These tours are priced higher than others since they are outside of our normal business hours.

In order to accommodate for those who are wanting to book the same day or those who aren’t able to make it during normal business hours, we have our captains stay an extra 2 hours just for you 🙂

Please visit our FAQ’s page for any other questions or concerns!

• Chevron down Toll Information

If you have a rental car, it comes equipped with SunPass to go through toll roads without paying cash. Many times, GPS will send you on toll roads, and some exits, like ours, are SunPass only and don’t take cash. So, if you’re in a rental, you can take our exit without any problems. For more information on SunPass, visit  www.sunpass.com/ .

Seminole Wind Airboat Tours on the Peace River!

Seminole Wind Airboat Tours is located on the lower part of the beautiful Peace River in Southwest Florida. We have several different boats to take you on a ride you’ll never to forget. Our unique location starts from the Rookeries to the south toward the Charlotte Harbor Estuary; this is where the Peace River runs into Charlotte Harbor. Then to the north toward Lettuce Lake and the beautiful Cypress Swamps; being brackish water (which is a mixture of salt and freshwater) gives us a very unique opportunity to not only see alligators, but also manatees, dolphins, birds and other marine wildlife in this 1 hour tour. This Diversity of water allows us to give you the most unique experience of the Peace River.

From thrill seekers to birdwatchers… Seminole Wind Tours will cater to your needs!

Experience Matters!

Our experienced air boat tours captains have a gift for spotting those things that make the story worth re-telling! Alligators, eagles and wildlife that can only be found in the Peace River area. Every time you get on one of our air boat tours, you’ll not only see but experience something new, exciting and different. Looking for more Adventure? Choose from a half-hour air boat tour, hour long air boat tour, a private air boat tour or the ultimate, pulse pounding night-time air boat adventure.

At Seminole Wind Airboat Tours safety is our #1 priority. We provide life jackets, ear protection for each guest on our adventures down the Peace River. Our air boat Captains are experts in the industry & the area providing the thrill of a lifetime (while making sure you come back in one piece).

Adventure for the Whole Family!

Can we bring kids? Yes, we love kids!… You might even get them to put down that video game for some fresh air! (or at least some fresh content to post on Facebook).

Call Today (863) 444-2877 or fill out the form for more info…

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From whale watching excursions and sunset sails to scenic cruises past waterfalls and cliff-backed shores, there are so many water-based tours to choose from across the United States. An expert panel has nominated these 20 companies for offering the best boat tours in the country. Which boat tour company would you most enjoy a trip with? Vote once per day for your favorite until polls close on Monday, May 27 at noon ET. The 10 winning tour companies will be announced on Wednesday, June 5. Read the official  Readers' Choice rules . 

From whale watching excursions and sunset sails to scenic cruises past waterfalls and cliff-backed shores, there are so many water-based tours to choose from across the United States. An expert panel has nominated these...   Read More

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Blue Ocean Adventure Tours

Kekaha, Hawaii

Blue Ocean Adventure Tours show off the spectacular scenery of Kauai’s Na Pali Coast with tours that include catamaran and Zodiac experiences. Guests can gaze in awe at 3,500-foot sea cliffs, visit the Hawaiian fishing village of Nualolo Kai, and spot Hawaiian green sea turtles while snorkeling.

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Cape Water Tours and Taxi

Lewes, Delaware

For those wishing to immerse themselves in the idyllic beauty of the Delaware coast, Cape Water Tours and Taxi offers a wide array of top-tier excursions. Seal spotting, dolphin watching, and sunset cruising are all available for booking, while those hoping for a more intimate journey can plan a private charter that fits up to 100 passengers.

Photo courtesy of Matt Stumpf/Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari

Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari

Dana Point, California

Blue whales, orcas, and great white sharks are just a few of the creatures that might make an appearance during a cruise with Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari. A local favorite due to their highly educated staff and strong commitment to sustainability, the company provides a truly unforgettable viewing experience for guests, thanks to their state-of-the-art underwater viewing pods.

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Chicago's First Lady Cruises

Chicago, Illinois

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady is led by highly trained docents. On this 90-minute cruise, you'll hear highlights of the city's history, including stories about the visionaries who shaped Chicago's skyline. Options include both daytime tours and evening cocktail cruises.

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Gateway Clipper

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh is home to a particularly high concentration of local water features, and for those hoping to get up-close and personal with each one, a Three Rivers Sightseeing Tour and Cruise is the perfect excursion. Taking place on the storied Gateway Clipper, this voyage offers stunning skyline views alongside fascinating Pennsylvania history all throughout the journey.

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Holo Holo Charters

Eleele, Hawaii

With Holo Holo Charters, visitors to Kauai can sail to the forbidden island of Niihau or cruise along the spectacular Na Pali Coast to see its waterfalls, lush valleys, and hidden sea caves from a new perspective.

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Honest Eco Tours

Key West, Florida

Established in 2014, Honest Eco Tours is perfect for discovering the fascinating flora and fauna that call the Florida Keys home. Dolphin sightings abound during the company's curated snorkeling tours, while the summertime Sunset Sail & Reef Snorkel offers a particularly stunning perspective on the surrounding region.

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Kenai Fjords Tours

Seward, Alaska

Operating out of the scenic city of Seward, Kenai Fjords Tours offer a can't-miss experience that highlights the pristine natural beauty of southern Alaska. While snowcapped mountains and verdant forests will both make an appearance during a national park tour, the excursion also doubles as a safari, with humpback whales, brown bears, and bald eagles all calling the surrounding region home.

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Little Toot Dolphin Adventure

Clearwater, Florida

Officially founded in 1998, Little Toot Dolphin Adventure shines a spotlight on some of Clearwater's most beloved marine mammals. Daylight and sunset tours are both available for guests to book, with each option offering plenty of wake for the dolphins to play in alongside a cash bar with beer, wine, and soft drinks for passengers.

Photo courtesy of Sharon Sauer

London Bridge Jet Boat Tours

Laughlin, Nevada

Nevada may be dominated by desert, but that doesn't mean its devoid of top-tier water recreation as well, with London Bridge Jet Boat Tours serving as a prime example. During a cruise, guests will straddle the Nevada-Arizona border along the Colorado River, with gorgeous views of London Bridge included on the trip.

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Major Marine Tours

The spectacular natural beauty of Alaska is on full display with Major Marine Tours, a cruise company that operates out of the scenic city of Seward. The organization offers multiple excursions that highlight the splendor of the Kenai Fjords, while wildlife lovers can spring for an Orca Quest Cruise in hopes of spotting some of the world's most marvelous cetaceans in the flesh.

Photo courtesy of Shelley Lynch Photography

Marine Discovery Center

New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Over 4,000 different plant and animal species call the Indian River Lagoon home, and New Smyrna Beach's Marine Discovery Center offers a wealth of excursions designed to highlight this rich biodiversity. Two-hour dolphin tours are offered on a daily basis during both daylight hours and sunset, while specialty birding excursions take place throughout the winter as well.

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Utah's outdoor adventure scene takes on an aquatic edge with Moab Jett, a tour company that showcases the beauty of the Colorado River. Equipped with a fleet of three 10-passenger boats, guests can embark on a thrilling adventure tour that combines natural beauty with top speeds, while the scenic tour is perfect for a relaxing getaway along the water.

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OC Bay Hopper

Ocean City, Maryland

For any Ocean City visitors hoping to spend a day on the water, the OC Bay Hopper has a wide variety of marine excursions all available for booking. While the Assateague Island Boat Tour is particularly popular for nature lovers, other options offer ghost stories, ice cream, and even the opportunity to barhop at some of the city's most popular pubs.

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Rudee Tours

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Just beyond the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, the city's sparkling shores are teeming with native dolphins — and Rudee Tours has perfected the art of finding these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Spanning roughly 90 minutes, each excursion offers guaranteed dolphin sightings paired with added fun facts about the biology and behavior of these fascinating marine mammals.

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Sail Wild Hearts

Orange Beach, Alabama

Equipped with a spectacular 53-foot sailing catamaran, Sail Wild Hearts provides Alabama visitors with the perfect opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Gulf Coast. Wildlife lovers can spring for a daytime dolphin adventure or sunset cruise, while those hoping for a particularly memorable excursion should time their visit with July 4th for the annual Fireworks Sail.

Photo courtesy of Sam Galick

Salt Marsh Safari on The Skimmer

Cape May, New Jersey

New Jersey's Cape May is renowned for its spectacular bird-watching opportunities, and Salt Marsh Safari has mastered the art of showcasing its native species. While guests can spot a wealth of local birds during a classic Salt Marsh Safari tour, aquatic animal aficionados can join in on a Marine Life Safari for a deep dive on the Garden State's crabs, fish, and bivalves.

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Showboat Branson Belle

Branson, Missouri

While downtown Branson is home to its fair share of attractions, visitors can embark on a truly memorable evening excursion just west of the city on the Showboat Branson Belle. Sailing along Table Rock Lake, this charming vessel is best known for its scenic dinner cruises, with live entertainment and a three-course meal included in each ticket.

Photo courtesy of Amphitrite Digital

Tall Ship Windy

The Chicago skyline is particularly marvelous when viewed from Lake Michigan, and the city's Tall Ship Windy is perfectly equipped to showcase its splendor. While classic skyline sails are available during both sunset and daylight hours, the ship also offers dedicated happy hour cruises for those wishing to pair their journey with a perfectly crafted cocktail.

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Waco Tours River Cruise

Waco, Texas

Cruise along the serene Brazos River in the heart of Texas for two hours and 15 minutes with Waco Tours. Learn about the history and people of Waco as you see the city from the water and spot local wildlife on the riverbanks.

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