Frequently Asked Questions

What makes us unique is our Location! We are the closest airboat tour to all major attractions, being only 6 miles from Orlando International Airport and only 15 miles from International Dr. and major attractions. Our attraction allows you to check an airboat ride off your bucket list, without having to spend an entire day of your vacation doing just that. You can squeeze an airboat ride into your plans and be back to your resort before lunch! You can easily swing by before your flight home, as we are only 11 minutes from Orlando International Airport. Or even better, come visit us during a flight delay! Happens all the time.

Gator Airboat Rides has over 25 years of experience providing safe, thrilling airboat adventures through the Florida swamps! We love what we do and appreciate each and every guest who comes our way!

We are a walk-in attraction, which means you're welcome anytime! As long as you have a ticket, You can ride! We do not schedule day time tours.

Tickets may be purchased at our location or online.

We are open every day of the year, from 9:00am-5:00pm. 

However, our one hour night time tour does require advanced online purchase and a scheduled time, which is easily done here on our website. The arrival time for this changes throughout the year, as the tour leaves right after the sun sets. You will receive an email after booking, providing the details of your arrival time. 

During the day, we offer half-hour tours. It provides plenty of time on the water to see what the swamp has to offer, especially in the hot Florida sun! These tours do not need to be purchased in advance and no scheduling is necessary. You are always welcome to purchase tickets in our store upon arrival, or in advance on our website.

We do offer a one hour night time tour, as well. This tour does require advanced purchasing and a scheduled time. Times change throughout the year, as the tour leaves once the sun sets. Check tour time by visiting the booking section on our website and clicking "Night Tour". 

For large groups/private tours, please contact us via email at info@gatorairboatrides.com

We are open everyday of the year, from 9:00am – 5:00pm. Yes, even all major holidays!

All ages are welcome! Children 6yrs and under are required to wear a life jacket and hearing protection, both of which we provide. Most babies and toddlers do very well on the ride. The fresh air and muffled engine sound put most little ones to sleep!

You can experience the wild nature of Florida on our tours, with regular sightings of native birds, turtles, flora and fauna, and even the American Alligator. The airboat ride is a truly unique experience in and of itself! The wildlife is, well, "wild" and therefore we cannot control or guarantee it, however we do see gators and other native species on majority of our tours. 

We also have an alligator on shore to get up close and personal with! 

If wild gator sightings are an absolute must for you, we recommend our one hour night time tour where we offer Guaranteed Gator Sightings!

Our boats take tours every half hour, at varying times throughout the day. Typical wait is about 15-20 min, which is enough time to get checked in, grab hearing protection and fit lifejackets on kids 6yrs and under. During peak season and holidays, wait times can increase to around an hour or so. We have plenty of sightseeing, games to play, and even an alligator to hold and take photos with!

Yes, your safety is our top priority. Hearing protection is provided for all ages, however life jackets are only required for children ages 6 and under, as per US Coast Guard regulations. We provide life jackets for all passengers, and all necessary safety equipment on board our boats. Our experienced guides will also provide safety instructions before the tour begins to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. 

Be comfortable! Flip Flops or boots, tank top or sweater, its totally up to you! We recommend checking the weather beforehand and wearing whatever is weather appropriate. On rainy days, bring a poncho or change of clothes for a "just in case" scenario. 

Our best suggestions:

Apply sunscreen if you wish, before arrival.

Sunglasses 

Hair ties or clips

*Hats are recommended only if secured under the chin. It gets pretty windy out there! Baseball caps should be turned around, backwards. 

No. You may get a misty spray from the edge of the boat here and there but do not expect to get wet.

If you're coming on a rainy day, bring a poncho or change of clothes for a "just in case" scenario. We do not purposely take rides out when it is raining, but the Florida weather can change so quickly, sometimes rain is unavoidable.

If you can not ride because of extended rain delay, we are always willing to have you another day, or to refund your tickets. 

Yes, we do! We are proud to offer Active US Military, Teacher, First Responder, and Senior (65+) discounts. All you have to do is ask before checkout and present proof of ID. Discount given will be the "child price" of either day ride or night ride, whichever tour you choose. Again, proof of ID is required and must request discount at time of purchase, before your tour.