Since 1953, Wooten’s Everglades Airboat Tours has welcomed curious travelers to the heart of Florida’s “river of grass.” Knowledgeable local captains whisk you across 259 acres of private wetlands on custom, whisper-quiet airboats...
Wooten's delivers a genuinely memorable Everglades experience for most visitors, with standout guides like Captain Brian and Captain Craig earning real praise for their knowledge and ability to keep guests engaged on the water. The airboat ride itself is the main draw, and when conditions cooperate, seeing alligators in their natural habitat makes for an unforgettable outing. The alligator show and animal sanctuary add extra variety, and holding a baby gator is a crowd-pleaser. That said, a few patterns are worth knowing before you go. Wildlife sightings depend heavily on seasonal conditions, particularly water salinity during drier months, and management hasn't always been upfront about this at the time of booking. Waiting times between tour departures can stretch longer than expected, so building some buffer into your day is a smart move. The experience is at its best when you arrive prepared and go in with realistic expectations about what nature may or may not put on display that day.
Really good airboat tour! We got to see some alligators on the boat tour. Tour guide was great and made trip fun!
Shaun Cross
May 23, 2026
Really good airboat tour! We got to see some alligators on the boat tour. Tour guide was great and made trip fun!
Shaun Cross
May 23, 2026