easy
1.5–8 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; primarily involves light walking and sitting during airboat tours.
Discover the thrill of Everglades City with an overnight stay, airboat tours, and live alligator shows. Experience nature like never before with Captain Jack's Airboat Tours.
From $311 | For 2 - 5 People | Hotel Stay + Total Everglades Combo
Experience the thrill of the Everglades with the Total Everglades Stay & Play package! Enjoy a cozy night at Ivey House, followed by exhilarating airboat tours through mangroves and grasslands. Explore the Everglades City Boardwalk, visit an animal sanctuary, and catch a live alligator show for unforgettable memories!
Please Note: You are choosing the date and time of your airboat tour. Your hotel check-in is the night before your tour.
Departures mid April - mid December:
Departures mid December - mid April:
Start with a relaxing night's stay at the Ivey House Everglades Adventures Hotel. The next day, take a 50-minute Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour. Then, head to Wooten's for your 30-minute Grassland Airboat Tour and Swamp Buggy Tour. After your tours, check out the Everglades City Boardwalk, Animal Sanctuary, and alligator show, all included free with your tour.
Mosquitoes can be active, especially near water, so apply insect repellent to stay comfortable.
Florida sun can be intense; bring a hat and sunscreen to protect your skin during tours.
Carry plenty of water during tours to avoid dehydration, especially in warm weather.
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are recommended for walking boardwalks and sanctuary areas.
Everglades City was once a crucial hub for fishing and early commerce, influencing the development of Southwest Florida.
Local operators like Captain Jack's support sustainable tourism by minimizing environmental impact and educating visitors.
Protects against mosquitoes and other bugs common in the Everglades.
summer specific
Provides shade and reduces sun exposure during daytime tours.
spring specific
Keeping hydrated is key during airboat rides and walks around the sanctuary.
Useful for sudden afternoon thunderstorms typical in the warmer months.
summer specific