The 15 Best Airboat Tours near Orlando

Florida Everglades Airboat Tour and Wild Florida Admission with Optional Lunch - Choosing 30 minutes or one hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,576 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $37Top choice

Head about an hour south of Orlando to Kenansville for a 30-minute or one-hour airboat ride across protected Central Florida wetlands, plus admission to Wild Florida’s wildlife park. A Coast Guard-certified captain points out animals and wetland plants. Add a barbecue lunch and alligator photo option if you want to make a longer day of it.

“More to do then I was expecting. Enjoyed viewing all the animals. Would do again and budget more time.”

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Orlando: Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Park Ticket

2.Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Park Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,459 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $36Lowest price on this list

At Wild Florida, a guide takes you on a 30-minute airboat ride through protected swamps, marshes, and rivers, with chances to spot alligators, turtles, and birds. The ticket also includes the wildlife park and a live alligator demonstration. Guides such as Captains Jeff, Lauren, Todd, and Mike have earned praise for their local knowledge and friendly style.

“Did not see many gators, but a great day out and kids loved it”

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90 minute Everglades Airboat Tour near Orlando Florida

3.90 minute Everglades Airboat Tour near Orlando Florida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,222 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Take a 90-minute airboat ride from Kissimmee, near Orlando, through marsh and gator nesting areas. Your captain provides live commentary as you look for alligators, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, turtles, and other birds. Captains include Andrew, Tanner, Taylor, and Logan. Tours run at multiple start times, with up to 28 people aboard.

“We had Captain Logan who was amazing. Friendly informative and funny. I highly recommend. My husband and I truly enjoyed our day.”

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One-Hour Airboat Ride Near Orlando

4.One-Hour Airboat Ride Near Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 801 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

Take a 60-minute airboat ride at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures near Kissimmee, with a captain guiding you through Central Florida wetlands in search of alligators, turtles and birds. Your ticket also covers the park, butterfly garden and alligator viewing area. The ride is loud and breezy, so hearing protection and life vests are provided, and warm layers are a smart idea.

“This is a beautiful place to visit. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The restaurant was closed for remodeling but they had a food truck with good food. The butterfly area is beautiful too. We had the hour tour and saw a good amount of alligators and even a couple cows from land near by lol . Our tour guy was very kind. I say take this is you are in the area.”

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Kissimmee: Boggy Creek Airboat Ride with Optional Meal

5.Boggy Creek Airboat Ride with Optional Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 777 reviews · from $41

Take a 30-minute or one-hour airboat ride through Florida’s Everglades Headwaters with a captain who points out wildlife and explains the wetlands. Alligators are possible, not promised. Park admission includes the butterfly garden, and selected packages add gem mining or a lakeside meal. Captains such as Chris, David, and Andrew have earned praise for their wildlife spotting and clear explanations.

“The 1 hr Airboat ride was fantastic. Couldn't have asked for more really!”

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30-Minute Airboat Ride, Lunch, Gem Mining and Park Admission

6.30-Minute Airboat Ride, Lunch, Gem Mining and Park Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 542 reviews · from $64

At Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures in Kissimmee, you get a 30-minute airboat ride, alligator viewing, gem mining, a butterfly garden and a meal voucher worth up to $12. Your boat time is assigned at check-in, so arrive 30 minutes before your preferred departure. Guides such as Brandon and Taylor have earned praise for spotting wildlife and explaining the local ecosystem.

“We had a great time, the instructors were knowledgeable about the Gators, we did see a few; lunch was pretty good; recommend wearing sunblock if going at high noon.”

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30-Minute Airboat Ride near Orlando

7.30-Minute Airboat Ride near Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 484 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

From Southport Park in Kissimmee, ride a 17-passenger airboat across Central Florida wetlands for about 30 minutes. Your captain may spot alligators, turtles, and birds, while the included Alligator Oasis and butterfly garden add time on shore. Start times run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., subject to availability.

“We had a great time. The crew was very knowledgeable and showed us things we never would have known to look for!”

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Kissimmee: Everglades Airboat Adventure Tour

8.Everglades Airboat Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 367 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $70

From Kissimmee, ride an airboat through the marsh and wet prairie around Shingle Creek. Choose a one-hour or 90-minute trip, with a captain sharing local wildlife and history as you look for alligators, birds, and native plants. Life jackets, ear protection, and parking are included.

“Our guide, Andrew, was very knowledgeable, considerate, and had an excellent sense of humor. We were able to see lots of wildlife, including gators! Would definitely recommend!”

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Orlando: Florida Everglades Wildlife Airboat Tour

9.Florida Everglades Wildlife Airboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 276 reviews · from $89

Take a 90-minute airboat tour from Marsh Landing Adventures near Orlando. A guide such as Andrew, Ally, Scott or Logan may lead the trip, sharing local history and pointing out wildlife. The raised stadium seats offer clear views as you cross marsh and wet prairie toward a small creek where the Everglades estuary begins. Alligators and bald eagles are possible sightings, not guarantees.

“It was an awesome experience and Captain Andrew was excellent! His expertise and personality made our experience unforgettable. We highly recommend this company!”

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VIP Private Airboat Tour near Orlando

10.VIP Private Airboat Tour near Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · from $93

Take a private, approximately 60-minute airboat ride from Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures near Kissimmee, with a captain who can adjust the pace. Watch for alligators, turtles, and birds, then visit the included Gator Oasis and Butterfly Garden. The Native American Village requires a separate reservation. VIP tours need at least four people and can accommodate up to six.

“Great adventure, Capt Andy was a wonderful guide. He worked hard to show us all he could and inform us of our surroundings.”

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Central Florida Everglades Airboat Tour from Orlando with Pickup

11.Central Florida Everglades Airboat Tour from Orlando with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 180 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $109

From Orlando, Gray Line takes you to one of two airboat parks for a 30-minute or 1-hour ride, then time to explore its animal attractions. Watch for alligators, birds and eagles in the wetlands. Drivers such as Ishmael, Mauricio and Greg have added local facts and friendly guidance, though the exact park and pickup time vary.

“The air boat ride was great. The 2 shows that Christian presented were awesome!!! The whole experience was amazing. We had a wonderful experience!!!”

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1 Hour Everglades Airboat Tour Orlando Florida

12.1 Hour Everglades Airboat Tour Orlando Florida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $68

Meet at 2830 Neptune Rd in Kissimmee for a one-hour airboat ride through Florida wetlands. With no more than 12 people aboard, you can look for alligators, birds, turtles, and other wildlife while your captain explains the area. Captains named in recent trips include Logan, Ally, Andrew, and Camden.

“Very fun and the alligators were amazing! Tanner was a great guide! Easy ride and upclose to everything”

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1-Hour Sunset Airboat Ride near Orlando

13.1-Hour Sunset Airboat Ride near Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $79

Set out from Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures near Kissimmee for an approximately one-hour sunset ride through Florida wetlands. Your captain pilots the boat and may point out alligators, birds and other wildlife. Captains Brandon, Andy, Patrick and Wayne have been praised for friendly, informative guiding. Hearing protection and safety vests are provided.

“the experience of riding on an airboat and seeing the everglades was fun. Beautiful birds and plants. Not much alligator action which was a little disappointing. The requirement to arrive 1 hour early was excessive. We had to sit in the heat with nothing to do for a whole hour, Why?”

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Central Florida’s Airboat Rides

14.Central Florida’s Airboat Rides

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 141 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

At Gator Airboat Rides in Kissimmee, you’ll take a 30-minute airboat trip through bulrushes and quiet swamp areas, with a captain pointing out wildlife along the way. Groups are capped at 15. At the office, you may also get to meet and hold a small alligator. It’s a short, hands-on taste of Florida beyond the theme parks.

“Fun ride. The best part actually was meeting up and petting the baby alligator. The staffs were very helpful and friendly”

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Homosassa: Gulf of Mexico Airboat Ride and Dolphin Watching

15.Homosassa: Gulf of Mexico Airboat Ride and Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 137 reviews · from $82

Take a 1.5-hour airboat ride from Homosassa through mangroves, canals, and Gulf backwaters, passing historic shell mounds and watching for dolphins, manatees, birds, and other wildlife. A US Coast Guard captain and eco-guide leads the small group, with captains including Irish Dave, Fish, Stephanie, and Gavin.

“We had a great time on the airboat. Nice long ride out to the Gulf and back. We like the fact that the boat was not overcrowded, just 6 passengers. Our guide Irish Dave was most helpful and informative. The dolphins we cute and up close. We highly recommend the trip for a family outing.”

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