New at Captain Jack's
Wooten's Original Combo
Take a Grassland Airboat Tour and explore a unique, privately-owned reserve under an open sky. Then take a Swamp Buggy Tour and see an alligator show!
Wilderness Airboat Tour
The Wilderness Airboat Tour will take you to explore unique areas of the Everglades that other companies can't get to. Get your adrenaline pumping as you speed through mangrove tunnels away from other airboats!
Captain Jack's Attractions
Total Everglades Combo
Best value! Take three exciting tours through different Everglades ecosystems and see a live alligator show.
Grassland Airboat Combo
Take two exciting airboat tours through different Everglades ecosystems and see a live alligator show.
Mangrove Airboat Tour
Go on a thrilling adventure through twisting mangrove tunnels on our signature Everglades airboat tour!
Private Airboat Tour
Take a private mangrove airboat tour with your group of 1–6 people.
This Activity Also Includes
Alligator Show & Hugs
Get up close and watch our experienced alligator handlers put on a live alligator show in our Animal Sanctuary every hour, then hug your own baby alligator!
Animal Sanctuary
Our Animal Sanctuary is home to tigers, turtles, otters, crocodiles, and over 100 alligators. See a variety of animals in one place!
Fun for All Ages
"The kids loved it! The youngest got to hold a baby alligator. What a thrill! Everyone had a great time and I know the grandkids had some great stories to take back home." - Jesse B.
"This tour is entertaining and educational, which makes it perfect for family, friends, couples, even solo travelers. I'm looking forward to going again! Yes, it is that good!" – Ella P.
Why Choose Captain Jack's?
Safety & Experience
Watch a live alligator show, hug a baby alligator, and visit our alligator park and animal sanctuary.
quietest Ride yet
Our customized airboats are the quietest they've ever been and just as thrilling as ever.
Personal & popular
Our small, personalized airboat tours are the most popular in Everglades City, 365 days a year.
more to explore
Explore more Everglades with combo trips, kayaks, overnight deals, and a well-stocked gift shop.
Join the Team at Captain Jack's
Join our team and be part of the most popular airboat destination in Everglades City!