Ride a swamp buggy through cypress forest, plus an alligator show and animal sanctuary entry
30 Minutes
Swamp buggy, gator show, sanctuary
Ride an open, elevated swamp buggy over dry land and muddy marshes for a wide view of Everglades scenery and wildlife. Your ticket also includes admission to the live alligator show and animal sanctuary.
Pets and service dogs are not allowed in the animal sanctuary, near the boat launch, on airboats, or on swamp buggies. Service dogs are allowed only in the gift shop, restrooms, and picnic areas.
Cancel or change up to 24 hours before start time for a refund; otherwise you owe full price. If the operator cancels for safety or other reasons, you get a full refund regardless of the deadline.
No. Do not arrive by Uber or Lyft, because they do not pick up in Everglades City and you may have no way to get home after your tour.
No. Pets and service dogs are not allowed in the animal sanctuary, near the boat launch, on airboats, or on swamp buggies. Service dogs are allowed only in the gift shop, restrooms, and picnic areas.
Bring close-toed shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and bug spray.
32330 Tamiami Trail East Ochopee, FL 34141
Deep in the heart of the Florida Everglades, Animal Sanctuary and Alligator Park puts you face to face with some of the most fascinating reptiles and wildlife in North America. The air is thick with subtropical warmth, and the sounds of the surrounding wetlands form a constant backdrop. Animal Sanctuary and Alligator Park draws visitors who want more than a roadside glimpse of Florida's wild creatures.
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