Stay overnight, then ride an airboat and swamp buggy in Everglades City
1 Night Hotel + 1.5 Hour Visit
Up to 5 people
Hotel stay, airboat, buggy
Check in for a one-night stay at the Ivey House Everglades Adventures Hotel, then explore Everglades City the next day by airboat and swamp buggy. Wrap up with a live alligator show and a visit to the animal sanctuary.
Prices vary with demand and are plus tax and fees. Wildlife often appears but is not guaranteed.
Cancel at least 48 hours before your hotel check-in time for a full refund; otherwise you will be charged full price. If the operator cancels due to unforeseen events, you’ll receive a full refund.
Product ID: AZJT6E
Check in to the Ivey House Everglades Adventures Hotel the night before your scheduled airboat tour.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your airboat departure time to help avoid delays.
The last alligator show starts at 4 p.m.
Ivey House: 605 Buckner Ave N Everglades City, FL 34139
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.
We had an unforgettable experience with Wooten Airboat Tours, and a huge thank you to our captain and guide, Captain Jack! From the very beginning, he was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Captain Jack shared so much interesting information about the Everglades, the wildlife, the local ecosystem, and the history of the area. You could really tell that he loves what he does and has a genuine passion for nature. His knowledge and enthusiasm made the tour not only exciting but also very informative. The airboat ride itself was a lot of fun, and the combination of adventure, beautiful scenery, and learning about the wildlife made this a truly special experience. Captain Jack also made sure that everyone felt comfortable and had a great time throughout the tour. Thank you, Captain Jack, for your excellent guiding, your knowledge, and for making our visit such a memorable experience! We would absolutely recommend Wooten Airboat Tours to anyone visiting the area. Definitely worth doing! 🌴🐊🚤
Ina L.
August 27, 2026
We had an unforgettable experience with Wooten Airboat Tours, and a huge thank you to our captain and guide, Captain Jack! From the very beginning, he was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Captain Jack shared so much interesting information about the Everglades, the wildlife, the local ecosystem, and the history of the area. You could really tell that he loves what he does and has a genuine passion for nature. His knowledge and enthusiasm made the tour not only exciting but also very informative. The airboat ride itself was a lot of fun, and the combination of adventure, beautiful scenery, and learning about the wildlife made this a truly special experience. Captain Jack also made sure that everyone felt comfortable and had a great time throughout the tour. Thank you, Captain Jack, for your excellent guiding, your knowledge, and for making our visit such a memorable experience! We would absolutely recommend Wooten Airboat Tours to anyone visiting the area. Definitely worth doing! 🌴🐊🚤
Ina L.
August 27, 2026
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