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"We did the private tour and it was our first time to go on an airboat since we leave in Souther California , we wanted to experience what we don't have back home. We wanted to see gators in the wild and up close but not too personal, 6 feet or more will suffice. It was great experience will definitely go again and will recommend it! "
Oh myyy what an absolute BLAST this was! Capt Pete was such a hoot - kept us laughing the whole time and taught us a lot - his love for the nature of the Everglades shines through!! And we saw so many gators too - Capt Pete was like a Gator Whisperer haha! They were running a February special so we booked a private 1 1/2 hour tour as a birthday treat and it was soooo worth it! I really came away feeling like I saw a good bit of the River of Grass and all it's natural glory! During our whizzing and whipping through the little canals in the grass, we made numerous stops to see wildlife and listen to Capt Pete tell us about the nature surrounding us - so fascinating! Did you know those raised notches on a gator's back are actually bones?? I didn't!! Capt Pete even had some of the bones to show us! Booking online with them was easy and secure. We had zero issues. I had even previously emailed them with some questions while I was shopping around for the best tour company and they were very quick to respond, thorough, and friendly! The main reason I went with this company - apart from all the glowing reviews of course lol - is that they are very eco-friendly and concerned with preserving the Everglades as much as possible - they're very careful with their boats and super considerate of all the wildlife - and they don't even have one of those sad, gimmicky "animal attraction" parks like all the others where they make the animals perform - so that sold it for me. Heck they don't even have a store front haha! They have you meet up with the Captain at a Shell gas station nearby - very easy to find so no worries. Then you follow the Captain to the boat launch and off you go! Their "desk" at the Shell station is a tad hard to find - it's a tiny wooden makeshift desk right outside of the door - but it wasn't an issue bc Capt Pete found us right away! He gave us time to use the restroom and get any coffee or drinks/snacks before leaving too, which was nice. At the boat launch, there's ample parking off to the side on the gravel/grass area as well.
We had a great time today on our airboat ride. It was a one hour ride and we had fun. We were able to see gators with babies and lots of birds. We even got splashed when two male gators decided to fight. We'll be larger one did win. Really cool!! Our guide was Captain Greg. He was very knowledgeable on the area. I would highly recommend this tour group. Not sure of price differences between groups but we truly enjoyed the ride. The check in process was easy with clear direction on where we would be going and where we would be parkin
Captain Pete was a blast. We saw a few gators, a turtle, and lots of native birds. Pete provides a ton of great info about the Everglades and it's clear he cares about maintaining the amazing resource. I vaguely recall traveling through the area as a kid on our trips to Florida from New England but don't remember ever taking a ride in a fan boat. It's super cool. I highly recommend it. We came in early December and the weather was perfect. Only thing we didn't see was baby gators as Pete explained a recent big tropical storm wiped out the nests. I suspect you'll see them if you come next year.
It's a bit difficult to book a ride with this company because they don't always answer the phone or return messages. Be persistent because it's worth it, especially if you get Captain Pete. Capt. Pete communicated with us prior to our trip, was early to our meeting spot, he was so fun and friendly, and he even brought water! His knowledge of The Glades was incredible and made the trip that much more interesting. I love that he's pals with some of the wildlife...he's on a first name basis with a few!
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We booked a private tour. We're from Southern California and it was a great experience great tour guide. We got to see two turtles and several alligators. It was very enjoyable. I would recommend this to anybody. read more
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"We did the private tour and it was our first time to go on an airboat since we leave in Souther California , we wanted to experience what we don't have back home. We wanted to see gators in the wild and up close but not too personal, 6 feet or more will suffice. It was great experience will definitely go again and will recommend it! " read more
Oh myyy what an absolute BLAST this was! Capt Pete was such a hoot - kept us laughing the whole time and taught us a lot - his love for the nature of the Everglades shines through!! And we saw so many gators too - Capt Pete was like a Gator Whisperer haha! They were running a February special so we booked a private 1 1/2 hour tour as a birthday treat and it was soooo worth it! I really came away feeling like I saw a good bit of the River of Grass and all it's natural glory! During our whizzing and whipping through the little canals in the grass, we made numerous stops to see wildlife and listen to Capt Pete tell us about the nature surrounding us - so fascinating! Did you know those raised notches on a gator's back are actually bones?? I didn't!! Capt Pete even had some of the bones to show us! Booking online with them was easy and secure. We had zero issues. I had even previously emailed them with some questions while I was shopping around for the best tour company and they were very quick to respond, thorough, and friendly! The main reason I went with this company - apart from all the glowing reviews of course lol - is that they are very eco-friendly and concerned with preserving the Everglades as much as possible - they're very careful with their boats and super considerate of all the wildlife - and they don't even have one of those sad, gimmicky "animal attraction" parks like all the others where they make the animals perform - so that sold it for me. Heck they don't even have a store front haha! They have you meet up with the Captain at a Shell gas station nearby - very easy to find so no worries. Then you follow the Captain to the boat launch and off you go! Their "desk" at the Shell station is a tad hard to find - it's a tiny wooden makeshift desk right outside of the door - but it wasn't an issue bc Capt Pete found us right away! He gave us time to use the restroom and get any coffee or drinks/snacks before leaving too, which was nice. At the boat launch, there's ample parking off to the side on the gravel/grass area as well. read more
We had a great time today on our airboat ride. It was a one hour ride and we had fun. We were able to see gators with babies and lots of birds. We even got splashed when two male gators decided to fight. We'll be larger one did win. Really cool!! Our guide was Captain Greg. He was very knowledgeable on the area. I would highly recommend this tour group. Not sure of price differences between groups but we truly enjoyed the ride. The check in process was easy with clear direction on where we would be going and where we would be parkin read more
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Wow — thank you for such an incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear…
2 years ago
Informative, great experience, we went on a Thursday, no reservations required, we were able to get tickets and sit in our own row. We did have to wait a bit, but you can walk around & check out the other reptiles. Fun afternoon. read more
3 years ago
Captain Pete was a blast. We saw a few gators, a turtle, and lots of native birds. Pete provides a ton of great info about the Everglades and it's clear he cares about maintaining the amazing resource. I vaguely recall traveling through the area as a kid on our trips to Florida from New England but don't remember ever taking a ride in a fan boat. It's super cool. I highly recommend it. We came in early December and the weather was perfect. Only thing we didn't see was baby gators as Pete explained a recent big tropical storm wiped out the nests. I suspect you'll see them if you come next year. read more
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It's a bit difficult to book a ride with this company because they don't always answer the phone or return messages. Be persistent because it's worth it, especially if you get Captain Pete. Capt. Pete communicated with us prior to our trip, was early to our meeting spot, he was so fun and friendly, and he even brought water! His knowledge of The Glades was incredible and made the trip that much more interesting. I love that he's pals with some of the wildlife...he's on a first name basis with a few! read more
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We’re so glad things worked out and you found your way to us — sounds…
5 years ago
Awesome airboat tour with an awesome guide! We saw a bunch of gators on our one hour tour with a total of six people. Our guide had been doing it for over 10 years and you can tell he's very passionate about the Everglades and the animals he introduced us to. We met us at the shell gas station. We were told to let our Uber know that he should hang around the area since there was little to no service at the dock, but when we were finished with the tour we had no problems getting an Uber quickly. I would definitely recommend this tour! read more
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Amazing! Book this tour! It was peaceful, well-organized- everything was smooth and super fun! Captain Pete was awesome and knows exactly where to go and has a love for the animals of the Everglades and the animals love him right back! He's super informative and funny! I highly recommend! read more
5 years ago
What an amazing experience! Mt. Pete made it extra special I recommend the private boat tour, It was totally worth it. We enjoyed the views while feeling safe and comfortable. I'm definitely coming back soon! read more
6 years ago
We booked a 2 hours private tour with door to door transportation. Art was so kind beginning with the booking phone call and throughout our entire experience. He was also our shuttle driver and gave us a wonderful tour of the city, pointing out interesting places and details and making recommendations. Captain Regis was so knowledgeable and you could tell that he loves what he does and that he really wants to take care of his guests and give them an amazing experience. We saw Gators up close and personal!! Would absolutely book again! read more
2 years ago
6 years ago
There are allot of Airboat Tours, but go the the Original Everglades City Aiboat Tour,, its was my birthday Dec 17th, and I wanted to treat my girl to something new. All I can say is unbelievable, Steve our Captain/drive is the best. A little prices, but well worth it. You must experience this trilling, educational, hold on to your seat ride. 5stars and a tip thats all I can say!!! This is a must go to location read more
4 years ago
11 years ago
We booked online in advance and everything went smoothly. We not only received a confirmation but received updates when more people joined the boat. We were happy to have reservations because they sold out on the day after Thanksgiving. You have to drive out to 177th street on Hwy 41 but from there they guide you to the launch point which is only about 5 minutes away. Our guide, I think his name was Alex, was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and took us to two spots where we found gators. His eagle eye could pick them out in the brush when no one else could see them. Our boat had 10 people which is a good size. I know we had a great time and I recommend this tour. I had never been on an air boat before but it is a lot of fun. read more
7 years ago
Booked a 1 Hour Semi-Private Airboat Adventure. What an amazing experience!! I booked this tour the same day and had an email confirmation with instructions to arrive 15 mins prior to the Shell Gas station & good thing we did bc we were hungry. There is a Subway inside the gas station & a clear sign of the airboat company. After paying for the Airboat we followed the representative to the Everglades. The car ride was probably less than 5 mins. When we arrived we were immediately taken to the Airboat where we were greeted by Capt. Lo. If you have a young child they will need to wear a life vest. (I have a 4 yr old). The first 15 mins we were riding into the Everglades and then we got to the good part, alligators, birds, and fishes. Capt. Lo was informative and fun. I really had no expectations since we were dealing with species and animals in their natural habitat but we saw more than we anticipated! I highly recommend this tour!! *Fyi - I thought there would be a lot of mosquitoes but it wasn't bad at all. Also keep your mouth closed while the Capt. drives his boat- lots of flying bugs and bring a bit of cash to tip your Captain. read more
5 years ago
What an experience ! This is for sure a must to do if you are visiting Florida. We stayed in Miami and adjusted our schedule so we specifically could check this out. My group and I were dying to see an alligator, but safely of course. It was awesome because it was only 40 minutes away from our air bnb. Not only did we see multiple alligators in their habitat, we got to get up close to a young gator. Captain Hank was the man and was so nice and informative. He led us to safety, showing us how genuine and kind he was to the wildlife around. We loved his vibe and he made our trip super worthwhile. I also loved how he gave us an opportunity to feed the birds live worms ! We chose to do only an hour, but we got to see so much. I am very thankful for this experience and when I come back to Miami, I'm definitely hitting this place up again ! read more
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8 years ago
First of all, I'm not sure why people are complaining about meeting at the Shell station. It made perfect sense to us since there are no restrooms or refreshments for purchase at the boat ramp. I also liked the fact that we could follow the guide to the correct location. After all, you are in the Everglades and places can be hard to locate. Good call on their part! Also, all of the gentlemen that I spoke with were professional and kind. The equipment and boat were in great condition. Captain Willie operated the boat with the utmost care and skill. They provided us with water and Captain Willie was very intent on making sure we were happy and knew what to expect. He was also concerned about our safety, and as such, he made sure that we understood the simple rules so we could have a fun and safe experience. As for the tour itself, it was wonderful. Captain Willie took time to stop the boat and educate us about the surrounding plants and animals. Throughout the tour, there were so many alligators, different types of birds, turtles, fish, etc. I actually learned many things about the Everglades ecosystem that I hadn't learned in the 10-years I've lived in South Florida. It was very informative and Willie's knowledge was extensive. So cool! I highly recommend this tour company and Captain Willie! read more
As I searched for the top attractions in Miami, this was in the top 10. Everything else sounded boring but this caught my attention! We were set on the $60, 1-hour semi-private tour. You can also opt for longer durations and private tours. BOOKING: Trust me, it's easiest to call them directly and book. I booked online with my credit card, and here's my story. After pressing "submit," the only confirmation I received was "an adventure specialist will send you a confirmation after your info is processed" page. No confirmation number, no instant email, no further instructions, no confidence. This was on a Friday after business hours so I figured someone would contact me first thing Saturday. Concerned that I still hadn't heard back from them by lunchtime Saturday, I called and spoke with a friendly guy named Lee. I'm not sure if he could see my online reservation but the time we requested wasn't available, so we went with the 12pm semi-private tour. He then gave us info on where and when to meet. Now I felt confident. A few hours later, a friendly gal called me to say the 10am tour wasn't available. I told her I already spoke to Lee and that he already changed our time. Then, an email comes through, stating the same thing the gal told me. I replied back with the same info I told her. MEETING POINT: We were to meet at the address listed on their website which is a Shell gas station on the western outskirts of the city, at least 15 minutes prior to tour time. Lee called about an hour before tour time to say where to park and where to find him inside. He then said we'd follow the company van to the launch site, but because we Uber'd it out there, he was nice to make arrangements for our transport. Once inside we made payment. I inquired if he had my card on file via online but he said it wasn't charged due to people not showing up and refunding being a hassle. About 5 minutes prior to tour time we headed to the launch site which was less than 5 minutes away. THE TOUR: The two of us were part of an 8-passenger airboat. Our guide (Willie, who was awesome, BTW) was ready and waiting. We jumped on, given ear muffs and was on our way. We passed through tall grasses and enjoyed the views before stopping over a lily grove for a brief safety briefing and area info. A few moments later we saw two baby gators that came up to the boat. We then headed to the dense, eery mangroves to find "Big Al," a ten-foot long gator. After Willie did a baby gator call and motoring down a few yards, there he was, eyes above water, headed straight for us like a head-on collision. The motor was killed and we floated as Big Al curiously came right up to the boat, giving everyone an up close view as the wind naturally turned us 360°+. Awesome! After getting back on land, Willie assisted us with pics aboard the airboat. TIPS: Use sunscreen. Luckily for us it was overcast the whole time at high noon in June. There were no mosquitos but there are small dragonflies that buzz by. I got a small spraying of Everglade juice as we made a turn but nothing drenching. Riding against the wind made the airboat's fan louder and was the only time I kept the earmuffs on. The Everglades they take you on are part of the wild and is not a park or conservation area. OVERALL: Nice tour and fair pricing. read more
4 years ago
6 years ago
Truly a fantastic tour from Captain B! The area is beautiful and may provide a more peaceful and experience than the national park side. Captain B gave great info and was very knowledgeable. Aside from that, he could have a second job as a comedian! read more
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Yes it is fun for everyone. I didn't think it went that fast. I asked the driver and he said his boat tops out at 40mph but he typically keeps it at 25mph max for safety reasons. There are other boats out there that travel the same paths.
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