30-Minute Airboat Ride near Orlando

Highlights

Race across the water at speeds of up to 45 mph (72 kph)
Chance to see alligators and local wildlife in their natural habitat
Family-friendly adventure

Summary

Meet your tour and boat captain at your chosen start time at the embarkation point in Kissimmee. Board the 17-passenger boat and hold on tight as you take off into the Everglades. Reach speeds of up to 45 mph (72 kph) as you coast through tall grass and cypress trees. Be on the lookout for alligators, turtles, and birds lounging in the waterways. Local wildlife is often spotted in the morning during the warmer months and the afternoon in the colder months. Upon returning from your tour, check out the boat company’s Native American Experience exhibit which has local artifacts and demonstrations on cooking, toolmaking, and weapons. You can also refuel at adjacent Boggy Bottom BBQ (own expense). The tour ends at the departure location.

Tour info

Duration

30 minutes

Why take this tour?

Take a tour of Florida’s wetlands on a thrilling, family-friendly airboat ride around the Central Everglades. Cruise through mossy, cypress swamps south of Orlando at speeds up to 45 mph (72kph). Keep a lookout for gators and other wildlife often spotted in the area.

What’s included?

30 minute airboat tour - no reservations needed for this tour
Alligator Oasis (Live gator viewing area)
All Fees and Taxes
Use of hearing protection and life vest
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Gem & Fossil Mining (Can be purchased for add'l fee).
Food & Beverage can be purchased onsite at Boggy Bottom BBQ Restaurant

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 30m
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures

About operator:

Uniquely the best airboat tour in Florida for 25 years! Cruise the swamps by day, sunset or night on an airboat with an expert who knows wetlands like the back of their hand. See wildlife including gators, exotic birds & turtles in plentiful measure. Visit the Native American Village: Deeply rooted appreciation for their Native American heritage is brought to life for guests through the traditional stories & techniques such as cooking, tool making, weapons and more.View the gator pond for an up-close & personal view of Florida’s favorite reptiles. GO MINING! Infinite possibilities of finding precious gems & rare fossils in our 70 foot mine. You will feel like a true miner discovering various gems stones, shells, shark or alligator teeth, fossils & more! Rent family friendly all-terrain bicycles & explore our historic park with opportunities to view wildlife. Stop at the old swamp shack & take a fun family photo or try our scrumptious restaurant with an unforgettable lakeside view