Blast through the Florida wilderness at 40+ mph on a flat-bottomed airboat. Spot alligators, manatees, osprey, and hundreds of bird species in their natural habitat.
Airboat tours on Florida's Space Coast are unlike any other experience. You'll skim across the glassy surface of the Indian River Lagoon and into the marshy backwaters of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge at thrilling speeds, with the wind in your face and one of America's most biodiverse ecosystems all around you.
Your expert naturalist guide narrates the journey, pointing out American alligators sunning on the banks, roseate spoonbills wading through the shallows, and bottlenose dolphins riding the wake nearby. This is old-Florida adventure at its finest.
Whether you're a first-timer looking for a thrill or a wildlife enthusiast hoping to see manatees up close, our airboat captains know exactly where to take you for maximum wildlife encounters and unforgettable scenery.
The Indian River Lagoon is one of the most biodiverse estuaries in North America, home to over 4,300 species of plants and animals. Here's what commonly spotted on our tours:
Purpose-built for Florida's shallow marshes — our airboats access areas no other vessel can reach.
Every tour is led by a certified naturalist with deep knowledge of local ecosystems and wildlife behavior.
Get within feet of wildlife for incredible photos. Sunrise and golden-hour tours available for the best light.
Airboat tours are perfect for the whole family — kids and adults both love the speed and the wildlife encounters.
Situated right next to Kennedy Space Center, the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge is one of the most unique wild places in America. Where rocket launches and alligators coexist, the refuge spans 140,000 acres of wetlands, uplands, and estuary — making it the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable airboat adventure.
Our airboat tours launch from multiple access points around Merritt Island, giving you the option to explore different habitats including open marsh, dense mangrove tunnels, and wide open lagoon. Every trip is different — and every trip is breathtaking.
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Paddle through mangrove tunnels and spot wildlife at your own pace.
Explore →Paddle through glowing waters after dark — a truly magical experience.
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