Explore the Everglades privately with a knowledgeable local captain
1–3 hrs
Up to 6 people
Private airboat, captain, headsets
Explore sawgrass marshes and waterways on a private airboat ride through the Everglades. Your local captain shares insight into this distinctive ecosystem as you travel at your group’s pace.
Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: SZZWAF
Your private airboat is for your group only and can take up to 6 people.
You can bring your own snacks and drinks. Alcohol is allowed on tours. A cooler with ice and water is provided.
Wear weather-appropriate clothing (lightweight for hot, humid weather or layers for cooler months) and closed-toe shoes for boarding. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
South Florida Airboat Adventures, 5334 FL-90, Miami, FL 33185
Captain Eian runs a small-group airboat operation out in the Everglades, and the reviews paint a pretty clear picture: this guy knows his stuff and clearly loves what he does. Guests consistently rave about his depth of knowledge, from native species to invasive ones, and say the tours feel genuinely educational without ever getting dry or lecture-y. The small group format gets mentioned a lot too, since it means more stops, more wildlife spotting, and a much more personal experience than you'd get on a larger commercial boat. Wildlife sightings are a big highlight, with nearly every reviewer mentioning alligators, birds, and other Everglades creatures spotted up close. Families with young kids, international visitors, and first-time airboaters all seem to have a great time, which says a lot about how adaptable and welcoming Eian is as a guide. The boat is described as well-maintained and comfortable, and the overall vibe is relaxed but exciting. Across dozens of reviews, there's not a single complaint worth flagging, which is pretty rare for any tour operator.
Beautiful private boat tour, definitely worth setting aside 1.5 hours!!!
Lemmens Roel
August 4, 2026
Beautiful private boat tour, definitely worth setting aside 1.5 hours!!!
Lemmens Roel
August 4, 2026
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