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 With Waccamaw River Tours, you explore by boat the beautiful cypress-lined Waccamaw River and the Intracoastal Waterway. Come with us and explore the back creeks and swamps in search of birds and other wildlife that inhabit these southern waters within the untouched National Wildlife Refuge. The majesty of the moss-lined river is breatht

 With Waccamaw River Tours, you explore by boat the beautiful cypress-lined Waccamaw River and the Intracoastal Waterway. Come with us and explore the back creeks and swamps in search of birds and other wildlife that inhabit these southern waters within the untouched National Wildlife Refuge. The majesty of the moss-lined river is breathtaking and the peacefulness of this natural area is appealing to all. Large osprey nests can be seen along the river and at certain times of the year we are lucky enough to see the babies take their first flights. You may also see herons, egrets, cormorants, ducks, turtles, alligators and much more.

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Nature & Wildlife Boat Tour

Adults $32.95

Children 0-12 $18.95

This is a one and a half-hour narrated Nature & Wildlife boat tour of Myrtle Beach’s beautiful cypress-lined and moss-draped Waccamaw River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the National Wildlife Refuge back creeks and swamps. Learn about the history of these rivers and waterways, t

This is a one and a half-hour narrated Nature & Wildlife boat tour of Myrtle Beach’s beautiful cypress-lined and moss-draped Waccamaw River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the National Wildlife Refuge back creeks and swamps. Learn about the history of these rivers and waterways, the Waccamaw area, and its wildlife along the untouched National Wildlife Refuge. This is a beautiful and peaceful section of the Intracoastal Waterway/Waccamaw River.

You will leave with a new found appreciation for this beautiful, vital ecosystem.

Private Nature & Wildlife Boat Tours

Enjoy a riverboat tour in a private setting by buying out the boat for your own private hour and a half narrated Nature & Wildlife River Boat Tour. We can accommodate 1-6 people in our small boat ($375) or 1-46 people in our large boat. ($995 for 1-30 guests, $20 per guest (for guests 31-46)

PLEASE NOTE: Private tours for 1-6 people are available to book online for the 9 AM time slot daily. If you have a large group or want a different time slot please call us at 843-668-4250. Booking a specific time may require a few days notice, so please book early!

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My husband & I had a great time! The ride itself was very fun and fast. We saw osprey, lots of... read more

We had 12 people in our group and everyone enjoyed the tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable... read more

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This review is for the AIR BOAT TOUR and not the Waccamaw Lady Plantation Tour. I was thoroughly impressed with our recent river/inlet tour on the 8-seater air boat running out of Wacca Wache Marina. From the initial telephone call, making inquiries about the tour through the last picture taken with our air boat captain - the staff was extremely friendly, professional and accommodating! At $45.00 a person (you can find $2.00 off coupons in the tourist rags), I had a certain level of expectation. The company, marina, tour route and captain did not disappoint. Our party wanted to experience something a little more unusual than a leisurely roll down the river on a pontoon boat packed with tourists, children and cameras. The prospect of a 50-60 minute fan boat/air boat ride was just the ticket. The marina is well-kept. The staff well-trained. The boat was comfortable and safe. There was no lack of spray in the face, skirting around the shoreline and slicing through the reeds. Top speed was about 30 mph, give or take. The air boat option did not disappoint, although I wish the boat accommodated fewer people so that the expert captain could open up the boat for a little more speed. The lack of wildlife, while disappointing, was understandable with the overcast day, cooler temperatures and well, you can't choreograph appearances of alligators, osprey, boar and the like. There are fantastic photo opportunities and the captain is very accommodating in slowing down the boat for better shots. Our captain (2pm on Mon., Oct. 14, 2013 and freshly returned from Canada) interacted easily with the guests - although hearing with the complimentary air plugs in place, was a bit difficult. He was well-informed and easily answered questions about the pre-Civil War rice fields, local plants, native wildlife, points of interest for the park and wildlife refuge, etc. I was a bit nervous taking this trip, as I have a healthy respect for large bodies of water. However, I was put at ease with the experience and professionalism of the staff. I'm not sure if we missed the safety presentation (life preservers, in case of emergency, ear protection, etc.), but we arrived on time, although were last to board the boat. Our party of three, thoroughly enjoyed our trip and recommend it to anyone wanting to get out of the tourists en masse. It's a great value, especially with the coupon, for the level of entertainment and service provided. Recommended? A resounding yes!

This used to be rice plantations; it's not any more. Over there used to be a plantation; it's not there any more. There are a lot of new mansions being built on the left side, behind all the trees.You probably won't be able to see them. Sometimes there are alligators in the river, but not now. There's one of the preserved plantations. Sometimes they run tours. We may see some birds. Some of the history perspective was interesting. but it seemed like they decided it had to be over 2 hours to justify the price.

I own a summer beach property in this area and like to take guests to interesting places. I had taken this trip three times in the past because this tour was very informative regarding history of the rice plantation, Gullah culture and wildlife knowledge and sightings. I took a fourth trip yesterday and what a change. First, the boat had been reconfigured so there was much less seating,especially outdoors. I was stuck in the rear of the boat so had to stand if I wanted to see water, the guides mic kept cutting out and the guide was very poorly informed. The last three times the guide had been a very witty and knowledgable woman who kept up a running patter pointing out turtles, various birds and how to spot gators during high tide. She also went into great detail acknowledging slavery was bad but was a part of history so told what life was like back then as a slave as well as plantation owner life. The guide we had yesterday couldn't be sure what bird he was looking at (turkey vulture) then put it down when actually they have some excellent qualities he could have told people about. This guide instead of talking about the Gullah slaves, their introducing spices to planters as well as Indigo and how to plant rice glossed over the entire culture except when talking about an island that he was trying to turn into a tourist trap. He mispronounced so many words that I was correcting him just to give people correct information. To make matters worse, on the return trip we were all gagging from the smell of the restroom and many were so bored they (and me) literally fell asleep. Upon trying to talk with management after the trip and make some constructive comments, I was told no one complained about it before. Maybe not because they had nothing to compare it to but I did and I knew how it was in the past. Management denied change of ownership but so much had changed and for the worse that I can't believe it is the same owner

Enjoyed the historical perspective of the islands and Georgetown and the leisure time on the island collecting sea shells.

We chose to do this tour on our recent trip to garden city. We did the hour+ tour through the swamp. It truly is a unique way to experience the swamp. My wife and four year old participated. Our biggest concern was inappropriate hearing protection for our son. The boat captain (male and didn't get his name) provided the foam type ear plugs for all on the boat, which are great for adults but the need to purchase a few pairs of the shooter type headphones like the boat captain was wearing to meet the demands on children's small ear canals would be great . The tour is interesting but a but pricey. We paid $125 for the three of us. We saw several birds, bird nests, a baby gator, and a turtle. I know you can't guarantee animals, but even a little more information of the ecology/biology might be nice. Describe the trees, plants, environment. Our guide was very nice but didn't provide a great deal of additional information. I think if the guide could make it more personable and interact a little more it may have made it more memorable. Others mentioned plantation homes, we saw none. He spoke briefly of an old slave colony, maybe tour that area. Seems like it has potential but fell a little short. Overall it was a unique experience, not sure that I would recommend it to kids under 8, my boy did well but I could tell he was fading. Adults would certainly enjoy it, but I'd save the cash on the kids.

Yes, this tour was relaxing, but at 2 1/2 hours there was not much too see along the banks of the river other than trees, tall grasses, and ospreys. We saw a few former plantation homes from the river and they were okay. On a positive note, the guide was knowledgeable about local lore in the area and you can bring your own drinks and snacks. It was not worth the $30 price and especially too long for a family with kids. The bathroom on the boat also did not have any soap.

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Waccamaw Cooter Airboat Tours – Enjoy a one-of-a-kind airboat tour in Murrell’s Inlet along the Waccamaw, Black, and Pee Dee Rivers where no ordinary boat can take you.

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Waccamaw Cooter Airboat Tours – Enjoy a one-of-a-kind airboat tour that departs from Wacca Wache Marina and brings you along the Waccamaw, Black, and Pee Dee Rivers to places where no regular boat can go.

You will be surrounded by the lovely outdoors and everything it has to offer while you are on your airboat trip. On your airboat excursion, travel through backwaters bordered by cypress and oak trees covered with moss.

The Waccamaw Cooter Airboat Tour flies through the crystal waters fantastically, but be ready for some noise! Those with sensitive hearing should be aware of the boat’s propeller’s loud noise.

If you happen to encounter a gigantic alligator in its natural habitat, you will be astounded and perhaps a little frightened! Finding one of these critters is a memorable experience because they are so gorgeous in their natural environment!

Another breathtaking sight is a royal osprey. You might even witness an osprey dive below to capture its delicious fish feast! These birds would soar over their prey before diving beneath the water and capturing fish entirely.

If you see one of these creatures while taking a Waccamaw Cooter Airboat Tour, it is truly amazing!

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1950 Wachesaw Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576    843-446-5826

Description About Waccamaw Lady Plantation River Tours

Plantation River Tours departs from Wacca Wache Marina in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, and takes its guests on scenic boat tours along historic plantations of South Carolina’s beautiful Lowcountry rivers. On your tour, you will see rice plantations, trunk gates, slave cabins, moss-laden oak trees, alligators, eagles, and osprey, and you will see transit yachts on the Intracoastal Waterway!

The tour will be narrated by a local historian who will educate you on the Rice Plantations’ history, mystery, and legends. The Plantation River Tour is on a 60-foot Pontoon Boat named the Waccamaw Lady, which features shaded seating and clean restrooms on board. The Waccamaw Lady is also handicapped accessible.  The Plantation River Tour costs $35 for adults, $25 for kids ages 6 to 12, and the tour is free for children 5 and under!

Plantation River Tours also offers an Airboat Tour! Waccamaw Cooter Airboat Tours takes you along the Waccamaw, Black, and Pee Dee Rivers for an unforgettable experience. You’ll find yourself up close to beautiful creatures like alligators and osprey and in canals where no other boat could take you.

Private Charters are also available upon request.

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Pontoon & Jet Ski Rentals

Zip along the Waccamaw River on one of our Yamaha Waverunner EX Sport jet skis! or Relax and cruise on our Luxury Tritoon pontoon boats!

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Kick back and relax at Walter’s on the Waterway, located dock level at Wacca Wache Marina. Beautiful views and sunsets included.

Wet Slips & Dry Rack Storage

Wacca Wache Marina offers wet slips and dry rack storage options for boats, as well as boat and trailer storage with affordable daily, weekly, monthly, and annual rates available.

Check out our calendar for upcoming events and specials all year long!

Tours & Airboat Rides

Enjoy the sights and surroundings of the beautiful Waccamaw, Black and Great Pee Dee Rivers aboard the Waccamaw Lady Sightseeing Tour or the Waccamaw Cooter / Gator Bait Airboat Tour, which depart from the marina.

Wacca Wache Marina

Why wacca wache marina.

A first-class freshwater marina, visitors and residents alike will appreciate the premier customer service and amenities Wacca Wache Marina has to offer. A popular destination for nearly 70 years, boating enthusiasts and waterway travelers have enjoyed Wacca Wache Marina’s idyllic harbor as a recreational stopover or launching spot.

Wacca Wache Marina is conveniently located at ICW Marker #383 on the Waccamaw River in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Amidst lofty oak, cypress, and palmetto trees, our full-service marina offers a relaxing spot for boaters to relax, fish, and dine in a beautiful waterfront setting.

We offer online pontoon boat rentals and jet ski rentals that provide the perfect activity for friends and family. The marina also provides affordable rates on wet slips and dry rack boat storage , boat trailer storage , fuel services, clean restrooms, showers, and a collection of amenities to enhance your experience.

If you’re hungry, come enjoy the amazing view from our marina restaurant Walter’s on the Waterway , located at dock level. Wacca Wache Marina is also home to Plantation River Tours , a premier boat touring company offering sightseeing and airboat rides, and a Grand Strand location for the Freedom Boat Club .

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Wacca wache marina's premier amenities.

Boat fuel, a clean shower, or free Wi-Fi, we have you covered!

Need to re-fuel your boat? We offer 93 Octane Diesel and 93 Octane Marine Gasoline.

Our Central Vac Pump Out System is available for boaters, inquire at the desk for more information and fee schedule.

Shore power available: 120V-30 Amp | 240V-50 Amp | 240V-100 Amp

Check your email and upload photos using our free Wi-Fi. Inquire about the password at the marina store.

Dry Stack Boat Storage

Approximately 125 inside dry storage racks. Outside dry rack storage options also available.

Boat & Trailer Storage

Indoor and outdoor storage options are available year round.

Clean heads and showers, renovated with tiled floors are available for use.

Curious about boat rentals? Visit our Boat Rentals page for more Information and details!

Amazing food, cold beverages, and amazing views!

The marina store, located outside on the fixed dock, stocks basic boat supplies, along with ice, snacks, beer, soft drinks, t-shirts and koozies!

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About Wacca Wache Marina

The name Wacca Wache derives from the language of the Waccamaw Indians and means ‘happy, happy’. It’s a shortened combination of the phrases Waccamaw, meaning ‘happy waters’, and Wachesaw which means ‘happy hunting’.

Wacca Wache Marina has pleased boaters, fishermen and hunters for nearly 70 years. The marina originated in 1954, built from remnants of local houses and cottages that floated down the waterway after Hurricane Hazel moved through the Grand Strand. Today, the marina continues to be a popular spot for waterway travelers to launch their craft or enjoy as a recreational stopover.

Boating in Murrells Inlet

Located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina on the Intracoastal Waterway at marker #383, Wacca Wache Marina is a convenient spot for exploring the beauty of the Murrells Inlet and Grand Strand area. Close to Brookgreen Gardens, Huntington Beach State Park, and the MarshWalk, Wacca Wache Marina is a prime location for travelers near and far.

Walter's on the Waterway

This waterfront restaurant offers a relaxing and family friendly environment for enjoying lunch, dinner, or a few cocktails. Their menu features a delectable range of fare including appetizers, salads, soups, burgers, seafood and more.

Plantation River Tours

The Wacca Wache Marina is home to Plantation River Tours, a premier boat touring company.

Enjoy the sights and surroundings of the beautiful Waccamaw, Black and Great Pee Dee Rivers aboard the Waccamaw Lady Sightseeing Tour or the Waccamaw Cooter/Gator Bait Airboat Tour, which depart from the marina.

36 Fantastic Airboat Rides You Never Knew Existed

A quick Internet search for airboat rides may leave you feeling disappointed if don’t live near the Everglades or New Orleans but there’s good news. It isn’t just Florida and Louisiana that offer exhilarating airboat rides.

Here are 36 exciting airboat rides from different parts of the country. Scan below for your state as you are never far away from a high speed boat ride.

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Airboat rides exist in many different parts of the USA.

From the tip of Florida and the swamps of the Mississippi to the Lone Star State’s biodiverse estuaries and Seattle’s Lake Washington, the USA has many airboat rides available.

Although you’d be forgiven for thinking that high speed airboat adventures are only available in Louisiana and Florida there are a ton of hidden gems out there just waiting to be experienced.

Many states have companies that offer airboat rides.

Airboat rides are available throughout the USA not just in New Orleans and the Everglades.

For an airboat to be used safely all that is required is calm water and fair weather.

So it should come as no surprise that airboats are popular throughout the United States.

Not every opportunity to cash-in on this growing pastime has been seized by budding boat entrepreneurs (there are a few states that have a large amount of airboat owners but no commercial airboat tours).

However, there are still many rides and tours available throughout the USA.

From Oregon at one end of the country to the tip of Florida at the other end there are some fantastic airboat rides and tours available.

For ease of reading, and so you can find your state quickly, I have listed the states in alphabetical order.

Unfortunately, although airboats can be found in just about every state in the USA, not all states have airboat rides available.

If your state is not listed then it does not offer airboat rides at the moment to the best of our knowledge.

If any of our readers know of good airboat tours in states that have not been listed please feel free to contact us and/or leave information in the comments section.

If your state does not offer airboat rides look to the next state over as you may find one that is not too far away.

Without further ado let’s delve into these hidden airboat gems now.

Alabama airboat rides

Alabama has 2 great airboat rides worth mentioning.

Airboat Adventures offer exciting high speed airboat tours on the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta.

As this delta is made-up of about 260,000 acres and is 40 miles by 10 miles in size there is a lot of area to explore.

The Mobile-Tensaw River Delta is the second largest delta in the United States and is one of the most biologically diverse regions in the USA.

So, there is a lot to see from the mesic flood plains, cypress-gum swamps, tidal brackish water marshes, bottomland forests to the submersed grass beds.

They also have specially customized airboats for bowfishing enthusiasts.

Prices are cheap though they also offer more expensive fishing tours in the fall.

Vits Airboat Adventures website or call them on 251-680-4477.

Airboat Express also operates on the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta.

They offer very reasonable prices for an hour long tour with all the same benefits that the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta has to offer.

Visit their website or call them on 251-370-7089.

Airboat Alaska offers truly thrilling airboats rides through the Alaskan wilderness. They specialize in tours of the Taku glacier and river.

They take you to places that are only accessible via an airboat or helicopter!

As an airboat performs equally well on ice as it does in calm water this tour company, being located in Alaska, is in the unique position to offer you an airboat water and ice adventure.

As well as airboat tours they also offer helicopter and airboat/helicopter combination tours where you get to enjoy air, water and ice.

This is truly a one-in-a-lifetime experience.

Visit Airboat Alaska website or call them on 907-586-2030.

Originally a company called River City Tours were set to give airboat rides on the Arkansas River but to date this does not seem to have materialized.

This is a shame as this part of the country has a lot to offer an airboat passenger as nothing could equal the stunning views as you speed down the river faster than any other boat could ever do.

This is one of those states that we think is missing a big opportunity.

Although airboats are very popular in California no-one has started an airboat tour company yet!

Florida airboat rides

Florida is arguably the most famous part of the country for airboat tours.

The Everglades offer so much opportunity to see and experience a vast array of biodiversity and they look stunning.

Below are a few top picks for airboat tours in the Sunshine State.

Everglade City Airboat Tours are a very popular company.

They offer a very unique type of airboat ride in that you get full commentary throughout your tour via a two-way headset for no more cost than that charged by other operators.

Visit their website or call them on 1-877-222-6400.

Wild Florida Airboats offer everglade boats tours from Orlando.

As well as the amazing airboat tours they have what they call their Gator Park .

In the Gator Park they have over 200 animals on display, including exotic animals like zebras, sloths, lemurs and Watusi, just to name a few.

This is a great place to visit with kids.

Be sure to check out their deals page to see if you qualify for a discount.

Visit their website or call them on 1-866-532-7167.

Wild Bill Airboat Tours offers an airboat ride on the Withlacoochee River.

This river is very unusual because it flows north to the Gulf of Mexico.

Its over 150 miles long and much of it flows through the Withlacoochee State Forest so there’s plenty to see.

Wild Bill Airboat Tours is very kid friendly and the extremely large airboat you’ll be on gives a feeling of added stability and safety.

Visit their website or call them on 352-726-6060.

What better way to see beautiful Georgia than on an airboat thundering on the waters of Tybee Island .

Tybee Airboat Tours offer high speed tours of the marshland areas on Tybee island just south of Savannah.

On one side you have the mainland USA and on the other you have the vast Atlantic Ocean.

This location has given rise to a unique and breath-taking location.

The airboats don’t just offer the exhilaration of high speed on the water, they also allow you the opportunity to visit areas that are not easily accessible to other powered boats.

As well as experiencing the thrill of travelling on open waters, you will also travel through the shallow creeks in the marshes surrounding Tybee before landing on the beach.

To respect the wildlife the airboat does not directly travel through the marsh grasses.

The company is keen to stress that the airboat is not hazardous to manatees and other sea life, as there are no propellers in the water.

Visit their website or call them on 912-661-5225.

Swan Falls Excursions began offering airboat tours on the Snake River back in the early noughties.

Unfortunately their website is no longer online and there are conflicting phone numbers for them.

We did discover that Swan Falls Excursions are in fact a subsidiary of Hells Canyon Adventures.

So, if you are interested in finding out if they still offer airboat tours in Idaho use the information below.

Visit their website or call them on 800-422-3568.

Airboats are popular in Illinois with more than just tourists and boat enthusiasts.

Law enforcement train their personnel in airboat use along the Fox and Illinois rivers.

Unfortunately no-one has jumped into this massive hole in the market for commercial airboat rides yet.

Indiana fairs much better for airboat tours than many other no coastal states.

For just $20 you can get a high speed 20 minute ride on an airboat down the Maume river on Airboat 1 (clever and neat name).

Airboat 1 also offers fishing charters and longer duration tours all year round.

Vits their website or call Mike on 260-417-3249.

Although there are no airboat tours directly from Iowa there are 2 companies based in Nebraska that offer rides and tours on the Platte river.

So this may be of benefit to Iowa residents.

See Nebraska below.

Po’ Boy Airboat rides is a company situated near Mammoth Cave, Kentucky.

They offer airboat rides on the Nolin Lake and Green River in Brownsville.

At The time of writing it is $30 per 30 minute ride.

You can contact them via Facebook for rates and to make an appointment or call them on 270-202-1698.

Louisiana airboat rides

Louisiana, like Florida, is synonymous with airboat rides.

So, it should comes as no surprise that there are many rides available.

We have listed two of the very best below.

One of the most popular airboat tour operators in the state is aptly names Airboat Tours.

Airboat Tours offer trips through swamps, over marshes, and through moss draped trees.

You will see a wide variety of wildlife and birds such as hawks, egrets, herons, and occasionally bald eagles.

You will only get to see alligators from February through November so plan your trip accordingly.

Airboat Tours are located just 45 minutes from downtown New Orleans and are only 15 minutes away from the nearest plantations in Destrehan.

The tours are very reasonably priced and the addition of seeing the varied ecosystem as well as experiencing high speed on the water makes these tours exceptional value for money.

Visit their website or call them on 800-975-9345 or call Cathy on 504-810-4756.

Another popular tour operator is New Orleans Tour Center.

Their airboat rides include both large and small airboats to suit your party size.

The best part of the swamp tour is that the boat goes right next to the alligators where your guide will give you a brief history of the alligators of the area.

Visit their website or call them on 504-717-5616.

Apparently there is a local airboat owner who is willing to take people out on Chesapeake Bay for a small fee.

Although we couldn’t track him down you can find some minor information about him here .

If you decide to take a trip on his boat, or any or one, make sure he is fully insured and registered or you won’t be covered if you have an accident.

If anyone knows his name be sure to let us know.

Northern Thriller Airboat Tours operates on Deer River, Minnesota.

You can contact them on their Facebook page here .

The Gator Ranch of Mississippi is renowned for their airboat tours.

You’ll see alligators and a host of wildlife.

Their tours are both educational and fun.

Visit their website or call them on 228-475-6026.

Nebraska airboat rides

Nebraska also comes in strong on your list with 2 different airboat tour operators making the cut.

Bryson’s Airboat Tours offer very reasonably priced airboat rides on the Platte River.

Up to 11 people at a time can fit on this super fast customized airboat. Speeds of up to 60 mph mean you get an exciting ride every time.

Visit Bryson’s Airboat Tours website or call them on 402-968-8534

River Life Tours is another Nebraska company that offers great airboat rides along the Platte river.

They are child friendly and great for families.

Visit their website or call Kyle on 402-699-4489.

Airboat Adventures located at 1001 Ocean Drive, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260 offer airboat rides near Wildwood, NJ.

The ride will let you see a lot of wildlife and learn a bit about about the waterways.

Their website is not currently working but you can contact them, on their Facebook page here .

Outer Banks Adventures call themselves The Home of North Carolina’s “Best Airboat Adventure” and they can can themselves that because they are!

Although they offer a varied range of water activities their airboat tours are fantastic.

They offer 4 different airboat tours ranging from 30 minutes to half day tours.

They also operate in Virginia.

Visit their website or call them on 757-871-6402.

Air 1 airboats will take you on a 30 – 40 minute tour of Lake Erie, and the Sandusky Bay.

The great thing about Air 1 airboats is that they not only offer water airboat rides but you can go ice fishing on an airboat in the winter.

So you can also get to experience high speeds across the ice.

Visit their website or call Tony on 419-366-8472.

Burks Whitetails offer airboat tours and airboat bowfishing trips along Red River and in Lake Texoma.

They are a little more expensive than the national average but if you want an airboat ride in Oklahoma they are the only “horse in town”.

They are only 1 of a few airboat operators that offer bowfishing facilities.

Visit their website or call Clay on 214-212-0491.

Airboat Tours Northwest offer airboat rides along the Willamette River and Suislaw River.

Expect to see biodiverse grasslands, and the beautiful town of Florence on the Oregon Coast.

Prices are super cheap coming in at about half the price of the national average.

Be sure to check their festivals page to see if there are any upcoming events in the surrounding area.

Their tours are geared to incorporate any festivals going on at the time.

Visit their website or call them on 800-252-0975.

D&M Airboat And Charter Fishing Trips offer airboat rides along the Susquehanna river.

Your captain is knows a lot about the area, and the river, so expect to leave with more than just great memories as you’ll be a little more knowledgeable.

Visit their Facebook page or call them on  607-725-0799.

Plantation River Cruises offer a truly unique type of airboat ride.

Not only do you get to experience the thrill of fast-paced boating and an amazing array of wildlife but you also get to see some old plantation houses located just off the the Waccamaw, Black and Pee Dee Rivers.

Along the ride you’ll see rice plantations, trunk gates, slave cabins, moss-laden oak trees, alligators, eagles and osprey.

If you want a narrator, who is a local historian, to talk through the history, mystery and legends of the Rice Plantations you will need to take a cruise instead of an airboat.

Vitis their website or call them on.843-651-2994.

Ken’s Airboat Service LLC is situated in Aberdeen South Dakota. He offers rides on his Air Ranger airboat along the Moccasin Creek river.

The boat can reach speeds of 55 mph.

Visit the website or call Ken on 605-283-2231 or 605-530-2430.

Airboat Nashville will let you see the home of Country Music like you never could on land.

Airboat Nashville are currently the only coast guard certified airboat operators in the area so you know you are in safe hands.

The company state that they offer 3 tours but we found that only 2 were available.

Visit their website or call them on 615-257-1177.

Texas airboat rides

Believe it or not we have 3 great offerings for you from the Lone Star State.

Dragon Lady Airboats offers a great experience especially for families.

The company got it’s name from The Dragon Lady herself – Captain Sallie Hayne who has many years airboating experience and an extensive knowledge of the swamp area.

On your 1 hour 30 minute tour through the Blue Elbow Swamp, Sabine River and surrounding estuaries of Orange, TX you will likely see alligators, turtles, nutria, hogs, deer, raccoon and a vast array of birds.

The only drawback to these tours is that you have to book the entire boat rather just just seats.

This means it can be an expensive lump sum payment.

As 6 people fit on the boat the price per seat comes out at just above the national average, however you are getting 3 times the boating time.

So it’s a pretty good deal.

Visit their website or call them on 321-266-1498.

With Galveston Boat Tours you can expect to see Stingrays, Oyster beds and a myriad of wildlife on Galveston Island.

You will have the opportunity to fish or bowfish if you desire.

Visit their website or call them on 409-632-0089.

Utah has a large airboat owners market but does not seem to offer an airboat rides for paying customers.

This is a shame as imagine  speeding down The Great Lake in an airboat .

Again we believe there is a huge opportunity going to waste in this state.

Although Outer Banks Adventures term themselves The Home of North Carolina’s “Best Airboat Adventure” they also operate in Poquoson, Virginia .

Although they offer a varied rage of water activities their airboat tours are fantastic.

As you may have guessed, they also operate in North Carolina.

Visit their website or Facebook page or call them on 757-871-6402.

This amazing airboat tour, From Hartfeld & McCoy Boat Tours, starts in Matewan, West Virginia.

Matewan is a small town nestled in the Tug River Valley, which has a very rich history.

Once a coal mining town it has ties to the past through the infamous Hatfield’s & McCoy’s and the Matewan Massacre .

Tours last about 1 hour where you get to experience a fast exhilarating ride down the Tug River while you enjoy the natural beauty of West Virginia.

This region of southern West Virginia contains a diverse ecosystem of trees, birds, small game and other wildlife.

Visit their website or call them on (304) 235-9090 or (304) 928-7702.

I would like to, once again, ask all our readers to contact us if they know of other airboat rides available in states that we have not mentioned.

Either leave a comment or use the contact us form . We will be most grateful and give you a mention.

Mick McGrath

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• Total Everglades Combo

6 attractions

110 mins of tours

4-5 hour visit

Explore three exclusive Everglades ecosystems on two airboat tours and a swamp buggy tour as your captains amaze you with knowledge of Everglades plants, animals, and history. Watch out for alligators, bears, and deer—they may have their eyes on you! Then check out the alligator show and other attractions included with your tours.

6 Attractions Included with All Our Tours

Grasslands Airboat Tour

• Swamp Buggy Tour

Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour

Animal Sanctuary

Alligator Show

Hug an Alligator

Upgrade your tour.

Private Airboat & Swamp Buggy Tour

Choose the right tour.

• The main attractions in a Total Everglades Combo (the tour you're looking at now) are a 30-minute Grassland Airboat Tour and a 50-minute Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour . You will experience both Wooten's private grasslands and an exclusive mangrove wilderness.
• The main attraction in an   Original Combo   is a 30-minute   Grassland Airboat Tour . You'll explore Wooten's private grasslands showcasing the Everglades' unique landscape and wildlife. Boats seat up to 15 guests.
• The main attraction in an   Extended Combo   is a 50-minute   Extended Airboat Tour . You'll explore Wooten's exclusive grassland and mangrove wilderness where no other boats can go. Boats seat up to 9 guests.
• The main attraction in a   Private Combo  is a 50-minute   Private Airboat Tour . You'll get the same experience gliding through Wooten's exclusive grassland and mangrove wilderness, but in a private airboat reserved just for your party. Boats seat up to 9 guests.

All combos include the same variety of other attractions: a   Swamp Buggy Tour  and the  Animal Sanctuary   with   Alligator Show   and   Alligator Hugs .

We'll split your party onto multiple tours as necessary.

• If you have a group of 20+ people, get a discount with a Large Group Original Combo .
• If you have students K-12, create a fun, educational experience with an  Everglades Field Trip .
• A Private Airboat & Swamp Buggy Tour ensures your party of 9 or less gets an entire airboat to yourself.
• On all other airboat tours, you might be seated with other guests, or be split onto multiple airboats if there aren't enough seats on one airboat.

Guests Love Us!

"What an amazing day! Airboat ride and swamp buggy were so great! Got to see the Everglades, a lot of gators, bear tracks, birds and vultures. Staff was friendly and accommodating. They knew a great deal about the animals in the area and answered a lot of questions. I highly recommend!"

—S. from North Carolina

"The airboat was a thrilling ride and we saw a lot of alligators! The swamp buggy was fun and fascinating. This is definitely the place to go to check off your bucket list. Everyone working there was friendly and gave us a great time! I would definitely do this again."

—L. from Florida

—C.Z.

"We sat in the front row for the airboat tour and it was so much fun. The captain was very knowledgeable with a sense of humor. Seeing the alligators and holding them was something I never thought I would get to do!"

—S. from Massachusetts

Why Choose Wooten's?

Local Roots

Most of our team grew up in the Everglades and they all look forward to sharing their passion for the water and wildlife with you!

Safety & Experience

Our safe, experienced captains are licensed by the Coast Guard, and our boats are regularly maintained.

Alligators & Animals

You'll definitely see alligators and other animals in our sanctuary, and you might even see wild ones on your tour!

Quietest & Comfiest

Our custom airboats are the quietest and most comfortable they've ever been, with a ride just as thrilling.

A Timeless Classic

Wooten's has a long history of delighting customers since 1953!

Refreshments & Gifts

Buy refreshments and take Everglades gifts and souvenirs home with you.

Top Questions

• 45 minutes from Naples
• 75 minutes from Fort Myers
• 90 minutes from Miami
• 3 hours from Tampa
• 4 hours from Orlando

Don't use Uber, Lyft, or other ride-sharing services. They can't pick you up when you're done!

• Yes, all ages are welcome on all our tours.
• Any passengers aged 17 or younger must be accompanied by at least one passenger who is aged 18 or older.
• Coast Guard regulations require everyone, even infants on your lap, to buy a seat.
• Consider bringing sunblock, bug spray, and comfortable shoes and clothes.
• You might get a little wet from small splashes and spray.
• If rain is forecasted, we recommend bringing a poncho.
• Many guests see wild alligators, birds, and other wildlife on their airboat and buggy tours, but Mother Nature makes no guarantees, so neither can we.
• You will definitely see alligators and other rescued animals in our Animal Sanctuary , an attraction included with all our tours.
• Our tours run rain or shine, except when there's a thunderstorm.
• We don't refund bookings if you cancel too close to a tour's departure time (check the policy when booking).
• Sometimes we need to delay due to thunderstorms or other unforeseen circumstances. We'll do our best to reschedule or issue a refund.
• Our airboat docks are handicap accessible, but wheelchairs can’t be loaded onto our airboats.
• If anyone in your party is using a wheelchair, please be sure they can move from the wheelchair onto the airboat.
• For everyone's safety, pets and service animals are not allowed in the Animal Sanctuary , near the boat launch, on airboats, or on swamp buggies.
• Service animals are allowed only in the gift shop, restrooms, and picnic areas.
• Grassland & National Park Combo
• Original Combo
• Extended Combo
• Private Combo
• Kayak Airboat Combo
• Grassland Airboat Tour
• Extended Airboat Tour
• Private Airboat Tour
• Animal Sanctuary & Alligator Park
• Lodging Nearby
• Stay & Play Adventure
• Large Group Grassland Airboat Tour
• Large Group Original Combo
• Students & Field Trips
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• Gift Cards for Tours
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• Plantation River Tours
• Airboat Tours
• Private Charters

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Plantation River Tours offers scenic boat tours along historic plantations of South Carolina's beautiful Lowcountry rivers. Departing from Wacca Wache Marina in Murrells Inlet, SC you'll see rice plantations, trunk gates, slave cabins, moss-laden oak trees, alligators, eagles and osprey. You will also see transit yachts on the Intracoastal Waterway. Your narrator will be a local historian and will educate you on the history, mystery and legends of the Rice Plantations. So sit back, relax and enjoy the cruise!

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Plantation River Tours Wacca Wache Marina 1950 Wachesaw Road Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

• Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour

per kid (4–10)

50 min tour

2-3 hour visit

Zip through the world-famous twisting mangrove tunnels of Everglades City as your captain amazes you with knowledge of Everglades plants, animals, and history. Watch out for alligators—they may have their eyes on you! Then check out the Everglades City Boardwalk, Animal Sanctuary, and alligator show, all included with your tour.

5 Attractions Included with All Our Tours

Animal Sanctuary

Alligator Show

Hug an Alligator

Upgrade your tour.

Add Grassland & Buggy

Add Grassland Airboat

Add Swamp Buggy

• Private Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour

Add Ten Thousand Islands Boat Tour

Choose the right tour.

• On a 50-minute Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour (the tour you're looking at now), you'll zip through Everglades City's twisting mangrove tunnels, world-famous waterways shared by multiple tour companies. Boats seat a maximum of 6 guests.
• Add a 30-minute Grassland Airboat Tour to explore an exclusive mangrove and grassland preserve under wide-open sky. Boats seat about 15 guests.
• Add a 30-minute Swamp Buggy Tour to explore exclusive grasslands and cypress forests from a raised buggy, which seats about 20 guests.
• For the shortest wait, we'll seat you on the first available airboats, which may have 6 or 10 seats.
• We try to keep groups together, but we may split your group onto multiple airboats.
• Other people may be seated with you.
• Infants must be assigned a seat, even if they sit on your lap.
• A Private Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour ensures your party gets an entire airboat to yourself to see Everglades City's famous mangrove tunnels.
• On all other airboat tours, you might be seated with other guests, or be split onto multiple airboats if there aren't enough seats on one airboat.

Guests Love Us!

“There is something about flying down narrow alleys of mangrove trees that is just a rush. I could never get tired of it. The guides always give more than just a ride. You learn so much about the Everglades and the total ecosystem that it is. We most certainly will be back!

—C. from Florida

“The mangrove tour was so much fun! We saw a family of dolphins swimming along the boat, several alligators, and a few fish jumping out of the water. Riding through the mangroves was beautiful and a fun way to see the Everglades. I would recommend to anyone.”

—J. from Massachusetts

“We really enjoyed seeing the alligators. The captain of the airboat gave a lot of information about the Everglades and habitat. The addition of the two-way headsets let us all communicate during the tour. This was really a highlight of having friends down visiting us new Florida residents. Plan to bring other guests."

—K. from Florida

“We did the combo package and it was amazing! Great way to experience all 3 ways to 'see' the Everglades! Would highly recommend. All the captains for each segment were fantastic! Had a great time!"

—J.T.

Why Choose Captain Jack’s?

Local Roots

Safety & Experience

Two-Way Headsets

Alligators & animals.

Quietest & Comfiest

Personal & Popular

Refreshments & Gifts

Top questions.

• 45 minutes from Naples
• 75 minutes from Fort Myers
• 90 minutes from Miami
• 3 hours from Tampa
• 4 hours from Orlando

Don't use Uber, Lyft, or other ride-sharing services. They can't pick you up when you're done!

• Yes, all ages are welcome on all our tours.
• Any passengers aged 17 or younger must be accompanied by at least one passenger who is aged 18 or older.
• Coast Guard regulations require everyone, even infants on your lap, to buy a seat.
• Consider bringing sunblock, bug spray, and comfortable shoes and clothes.
• You might get a little wet from small splashes and spray.
• If rain is forecasted, we recommend bringing a poncho.
• Many guests see wild alligators, birds, and other wildlife on their airboat and buggy tours, but Mother Nature makes no guarantees, so neither can we.
• You will definitely see alligators and other rescued animals in our Animal Sanctuary , an attraction included with all our tours.
• Our tours run rain or shine, except when there's a thunderstorm.
• We don't refund bookings if you cancel too close to a tour's departure time (check the policy when booking).
• Sometimes we need to delay due to thunderstorms or other unforeseen circumstances. We'll do our best to reschedule or issue a refund.
• Our airboat docks are handicap accessible, but wheelchairs can’t be loaded onto our airboats.
• If anyone in your party is using a wheelchair, please be sure they can move from the wheelchair onto the airboat.
• For everyone's safety, pets and service animals are not allowed in the Animal Sanctuary , near the boat launch, on airboats, or on swamp buggies.
• Service animals are allowed only in the gift shop, restrooms, and picnic areas.

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• Total Everglades Combo
• Mangrove Tunnel & National Park Combo
• Mangrove Tunnel & Grassland Combo
• Mangrove Tunnel & Buggy Combo
• Private Mangrove Tunnel & Buggy Combo
• Mangrove Maze Ultimate Combo
• Mangrove Maze Airboat Tour
• Grassland & Buggy Combo
• Grassland Airboat Tour
• Lodging Nearby
• Total Everglades Stay & Play
• Online Gift Shop
• Animals & Alligator Show
• Everglades City Boardwalk