A REAL FLORIDA EXPERIENCE
GET UP CLOSE WITH A LIVE ALLIGATOR
Get closer to Florida wildlife with a hands-on alligator experience at Gator Airboat Rides. Hold a live alligator, snap an unforgettable photo, and experience one of Florida’s most iconic animals up close. Located just 6 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO), it’s an easy addition to your Orlando adventure whether you’re taking an airboat ride or stopping by just for the gator experience.
GET UP CLOSE WITH A REAL
FLORIDA ALLIGATOR
Meet one of Florida’s most iconic animals up close at Gator Airboat Rides. Our alligator experience gives you the chance to hold a live alligator, learn a little about these incredible reptiles, and take your own photos to remember the experience.A staff member will be there to guide you and show you how to safely hold the alligator. Whether you’re adding the experience to an airboat ride or stopping by just to meet a gator, it’s a fun way to experience a piece of real Florida wildlife.
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YOUR UP-CLOSE FLORIDA ALLIGATOR EXPERIENCE STARTS HERE
Get up close with one of Florida’s most iconic animals at Gator Airboat Rides. Hold a live alligator, take your own photos, and create a Florida memory you won’t forget just 6 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Hold a Live Alligator in OrlandoYou don’t have to travel far from Orlando to get up close with a real Florida alligator. At Gator Airboat Rides, visitors can hold a live alligator and experience one of Florida’s most famous animals from an entirely different perspective.
Make your airboat adventure even more memorable with our alligator experience—FREE with any airboat tour! Enjoy a close-up encounter and a Florida photo opportunity at no additional cost.
Bring your camera or phone and capture the moment while you’re holding a live alligator. It’s a fun addition for families, couples and visitors looking for something a little different to do while they’re in Orlando.
Located just 6 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO), Gator Airboat Rides makes it easy to add a Florida wildlife experience to your day. Explore the Headwaters of the Florida Everglades by airboat, then complete your adventure with a chance to hold a gator—included FREE with your tour.
HOLD A LIVE ALLIGATOR FAQ
Find answers to common questions about holding a live alligator at Gator Airboat Rides. This memorable Florida wildlife experience is FREE with any airboat tour, just 6 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Can I hold a live alligator in Orlando?
Is holding an alligator included with my airboat tour?
Is there an additional charge to hold the alligator?
Can I take pictures while holding the alligator?
Is the alligator experience family-friendly?
Is someone there to help while I hold the alligator?
How do I arrange my free alligator experience?
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Why add the alligator experience to my airboat ride?
MAKE IT A FULL FLORIDA ADVENTURE
Hold a Gator. Ride an Airboat. Experience Wild Florida.
Why stop at holding a live alligator? Add a 30 minute airboat ride and head out onto the Headwaters of the Florida Everglades to experience Florida wildlife in its natural environment. Best of all, guests taking an airboat ride receive discounted pricing on the alligator experience.
Get up close with one of Florida's most iconic animals. Hold a live alligator, take your own photos and create a Florida memory you won't forget.
Climb aboard for a 30 minute airboat ride across Central Florida's lakes, marshes and wetlands in the Headwaters of the Florida Everglades.
Keep your eyes open as your captain searches the wetlands for alligators, native birds and other Florida wildlife while you experience the natural side of Orlando.
Taking an airboat ride? You'll receive discounted alligator experience pricing of $10 for adults and $8 for children ages 3–12, plus tax.
