Explore the Everglades Headwaters Near Orlando
Experience the wild side of Central Florida with an airboat tour at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures in Kissimmee. Located about 35 minutes from Walt Disney World, our airboat rides take you across the wetlands of the Kissimmee Basin and the headwaters of the Florida Everglades.
Choose from 30-minute, 1-hour, sunset, night and private airboat tours. Along the way, your captain will search for wild American alligators, bald eagles, turtles, wading birds and other native Florida wildlife. Every ride is different because the wildlife is truly wild.
Choose Your Orlando Airboat Tour
$34-$41
1/2 Hour Tour
This safe, exciting and educational airboat ride is filled with surprises and fascination.
$54-$61
1 Hour Tour
Explore even deeper into Florida’s natural beauty on this ONE hour adventure…
$54.91-$88.29
Supreme Package
Lunch, Prospector Gem Mine & Park Admission, Nectar for butterfly feeding, and Souvenir Cup.
$62-$74
Sunset Tour
Ride into the sunset to see the beautiful view of the sun setting over the lake. Check- In: You need to arrive one hour PRIOR
$67-$79
Night Tour
Glide through the trails of tall grass without knowing what will be found around the next bend.
Seasonal
Private Tour
This VIP tour reserves a captain and boat for your group, offering either an adrenaline rush or a leisurely nature tour.
What you see
We take you into the headwaters of the Everglades to look for natural wild life. We have one of the largest populations of Bald Eagles in the world. We also have turtles, raccoons, wild hogs, armadillos, deer and an array of birds such as Sandhill Cranes, Blue Herons, Osceola Turkey, Snail Kites, Osprey, Snowy Egret, Spoonbill, Wood Stork.
Animals are in the wild, we cannot guarantee gator sightings, bird sightings etc. The captains are familiar with the area and each tour is unique and may lead to many different discoveries.
If you want a closer look at alligators grab your binoculars and search for them on the tours. We also have a gator enclosure on property with approximately 35 juvenile alligators. Like our visitors, we love them and have plenty of food for purchase in the gift-shop, but we do not pick them up for to hold or for photos.
Airboat Tours Near Walt Disney World
Looking for something to do near Disney World besides another theme park? Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures is located in Kissimmee, about 35 minutes from Walt Disney World.
Spend part of your Orlando vacation exploring the natural wetlands of Central Florida, searching for wild alligators and wildlife, and seeing a side of Florida that feels completely different from the theme parks.
- About 35 minutes from Walt Disney World
- Free parking on-site
- 30-minute, 1-hour, sunset, night and private airboat tours
- Family-friendly outdoor experience
- Additional attractions, animals and food available at the park
Make a half-day of your visit with Mini Moo Land, the Fossil & Gem Mine, Butterfly Garden, Gator Pond and Boggy Bottom BBQ — all at Boggy Creek.
Are the Everglades Really Near Orlando?
Yes — the Florida Everglades ecosystem begins much farther north than many visitors realize. The Kissimmee Basin forms the headwaters of Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades, creating a connected system of lakes, rivers and wetlands stretching south through Florida.
The watershed begins around Shingle Creek near Orlando and continues through the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, into the Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee before eventually feeding the Everglades farther south.
Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures explores the natural Central Florida wetlands within this greater Kissimmee headwaters region, giving Orlando visitors a chance to experience the wildlife and landscape connected to the larger Everglades ecosystem.
This connected watershed is officially described as the Kissimmee-Okeechobee-Everglades system. Protecting and restoring the Kissimmee River and Chain of Lakes is an important part of protecting the greater Everglades ecosystem.
Boggy Creek Airboat Tours: Quick Facts
Key information for planning an airboat ride at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures in Kissimmee, Florida.
- What is Boggy Creek?
- Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures is an airboat and wildlife attraction in Kissimmee, Florida, offering guided rides through Central Florida wetlands in the greater Kissimmee headwaters region.
- Location
- 2001 E. Southport Rd., Kissimmee, FL 34746.
- Distance from Disney
- Approximately 35 minutes from Walt Disney World, depending on traffic.
- Airboat tour options
- 30-minute, 1-hour, sunset, night and private airboat tours are available.
- Wildlife
- Guests may see wild American alligators, turtles, bald eagles, wading birds and other native Florida wildlife. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
- Age requirements
- Regular airboat tours have no minimum age or height requirement. Children under 6 are required to wear a provided life jacket.
- Parking
- Free parking is available on-site.
- Other attractions
- Boggy Creek also features Mini Moo Land, the Fossil & Gem Mine, Butterfly Garden, Gator Pond and Boggy Bottom BBQ.
- Reservations
- Reservations are recommended, especially for specialty tours. View airboat tickets and availability .
- Phone
- 407-344-9550
Orlando Airboat Tour FAQs
Planning your first airboat ride? Here are answers to some of the questions guests ask most before visiting Boggy Creek.
How far is Boggy Creek from Walt Disney World?
Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures is located in Kissimmee, about 35 minutes from Walt Disney World. It is an easy way to add an outdoor Florida experience to an Orlando vacation without driving all the way to South Florida.
Can you see wild alligators on an airboat tour?
Yes, American alligators live naturally in the wetlands explored during Boggy Creek airboat tours. Because the animals are completely wild, sightings cannot be guaranteed. Captains know the area and search for alligators, birds, turtles and other native wildlife throughout each ride.
What is the difference between the 30-minute and 1-hour airboat tours?
The 30-minute tour is a good choice for guests looking for a quicker introduction to airboating and the Central Florida wetlands. The 1-hour tour gives you more time on the water to explore farther and search for wildlife.
Are airboat rides safe for children?
Boggy Creek has no minimum age or height requirement for its regular airboat tours. Children under 6 are required to wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket, which Boggy Creek provides.
Do you provide life jackets and hearing protection?
Yes. Boggy Creek provides life jackets and hearing protection for guests. Children under 6 are required to wear a life jacket during the airboat ride.
Do I need a reservation for an airboat tour?
Reservations are highly recommended to help avoid long waits or unavailable tours. The 30-minute ride can accommodate walk-ins based on availability, while specialty experiences such as private, sunset and night tours should be reserved in advance.
What should I wear on an airboat ride?
Dress for the Florida weather. During cooler months and evening rides, a jacket is recommended because temperatures can feel cooler while moving across the water. Sunscreen is also recommended during daytime visits, and guests who are sensitive to mosquitoes may want to apply insect repellent before the ride.
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
Florida weather can change quickly. If conditions are not safe for airboat tours, Boggy Creek may temporarily delay rides until weather improves. Rides cancelled because of weather can be rescheduled or refunded according to availability.
Is parking free at Boggy Creek?
Yes. Parking is free and located close to the ticket area. The property has parking available for cars as well as tour buses.
Is Boggy Creek really part of the Everglades headwaters?
Boggy Creek operates within the greater Kissimmee headwaters region. The Kissimmee Basin connects through the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and Kissimmee River toward Lake Okeechobee and the Florida Everglades. That is why visitors near Orlando can experience wetlands connected to the larger Everglades ecosystem without traveling all the way to South Florida.