Airboat & Pontoon Tours with Sea Serpent Tours in St. Augustine

Sea Serpent Tours offers a hands-on way to connect with the wild waterways around St. Augustine, Florida. Known for its deep-rooted history as the oldest city in the U.S., St. Augustine’s wetlands and coastal rivers provide an unmatched setting for close encounters with native wildlife and rich ecosystem diversity. Sea Serpent Tours specializes in private airboat rides and pontoon boat rentals, allowing groups from six to fifteen passengers to cut through the marshes and rivers with comfort and ease.

The area they navigate is shaped by a complex network of tidal marshes, river bends, and estuaries teeming with gators, turtles, manatees, and an array of wading birds. The airboats skim across shallow waters, powered by robust engines that push past mangroves and saw grass, while the pontoon boats offer a slower pace perfect for photography and casual sightseeing. Both options grant excellent opportunities to observe Florida’s signature wildlife up close—from sunbathing alligators to playful otters—and even glimpses of historical sunken ships hidden beneath the waves.

What sets Sea Serpent Tours apart is their expert guides who balance local knowledge with friendly storytelling. Visitors appreciate guides like Captain Becca and Captain Justin, who know how to engage with all ages, tailoring details to ensure the experience is entertaining and educational. Their focus on safety and comfort means spacious boats with ample seating and helpful onboard equipment such as narrative headphones.

Sea Serpent’s operations fit seamlessly into St. Augustine’s outdoor adventure scene, providing a fresh perspective beyond the city’s historic streets. For travelers aiming to mix history with hands-on nature, their private tours offer a uniquely Floridian outing that’s as informative as it is memorable. Whether hunting for wildlife or savoring quiet waterways, these trips capture the raw beauty and subtle complexity of northeastern Florida’s aquatic habitats.