Updated October 20, 2022 Captain Jack’s is currently open and operating tours from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our Alligator Show and Animal Sanctuary are open with the last alligator show starting at 4 p.m. Please see below for updates related to Hurricane Ian. Most restaurants in Everglades City are closed or have limited hours. We recommend being prepared with …
What is an Airboat, Anyway?
You’re excited to take your tour of the Everglades, but you’re wondering what, exactly, is an airboat?
Will I See Alligators?
Alligators are definitely the most popular animal in the Everglades! When can you see one? They’re around all year, but the chances of spotting one on an airboat tour go up in the hotter, wetter parts of the year (June through October).
Captain Jack’s Article in Florida Country Magazine
Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours was featured in a 3-page article in the June-July 2021 issue of Florida Country Magazine.
2-Way Headsets on All Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours
Captain Jack’s features new 2-way communication headsets on all airboat tours! Now you can interact with your captain and fellow riders throughout your entire airboat ride. Learn exciting Everglades facts, ask your captain questions, and talk to your fellow passengers on an unforgettable Everglades experience! All airboat tours at Captain Jack’s include 2-way communication headsets at no additional cost. Book …
Captain Jack’s COVID-19 Update
Updated July 29, 2021 To increase safety, we recommend: Not visiting if you feel sick Getting vaccinated Wearing a mask in our gift shop if you’re not vaccinated Booking online Considering a private tour Thank you for helping us make things safer for everyone. We look forward to your visit!
Remembering Troy Humphreys
All of us at Captain Jack’s were saddened to learn that Troy Humphreys passed away in January 2019. Troy was a 42-year-old father, husband, commercial fisherman, builder, Captain Jack’s airboat captain, Wooten’s alligator handler, and all-around hard worker. He was a family man, now survived by his wife and seven children. We had the pleasure of working with Troy for …
Captain Jack’s Featured in Miami Hotels Magazine
Captain Jack’s was featured in 12 of the Best Things to do in Palm Beach.
Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours Reopens October 4, 2017
We’re happy to announce that Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours will reopen Wednesday, October 4! Hope to see you there soon.
Captain Jack’s Featured on Family Days Out
Family Days Out has added Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours to its international guide of activities that are great for families with children.