Private 1.5-hour Everglades airboat ride for up to 10 passengers
1.5 Hour
Up to 10 people
English tour, Airboat tour
Ride a private airboat through the Florida Everglades and explore backcountry waterways at your group’s pace. Look for native plants and wildlife as you cruise the “River of Grass.”
Sunglasses are mandatory for all participants. The tour price does not include captain gratuity. Trips run only in safe weather conditions.
24 hour cancellation required for full refund on deposit. For multi-boat tours there is no refund on deposit.
Wear sunglasses (mandatory). Bring sunscreen and bug repellent. You can bring snacks and beverages in a cooler, including adult beverages.
Avoid sun hats or floppy hats due to high winds. Baseball caps are OK.
No. Use the restroom before you arrive.
N US Highway 27 Mile marker 38 Tamarac, FL 33321 US
Captain Bill leads a small team of guides, including JJ and Randy, who run intimate airboat tours through the Florida Everglades. Reviewers consistently praise the depth of knowledge these guides bring, covering everything from wildlife behavior to the history and ecology of the glades. Morning tours, sunset cruises, and even night fishing trips are all available, giving visitors some flexibility in how they experience the area. What stands out most across the reviews is how personal the experience feels compared to the larger commercial airboat operations on the Tamiami Trail. Small group sizes, direct communication before the tour, and guides who genuinely seem passionate about where they work make a noticeable difference. Multiple reviewers specifically called out that the team accommodated late arrivals due to Florida traffic, which is worth knowing if you're coming from a distance. One practical note: the launch site can be tricky to find, so give yourself extra travel time.
Wonderful ride today for our family of 5. Very informative and Captain Bill and Captain Chris adapted to not only us, but what the Everglades provided. The kids will be talking about this one for a while.
Dan Smith
July 2, 2026
Wonderful ride today for our family of 5. Very informative and Captain Bill and Captain Chris adapted to not only us, but what the Everglades provided. The kids will be talking about this one for a while.
Dan Smith
July 2, 2026
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