Airboat Rides near Orlando?

[GeoPatSK Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close GeoPatSK]

We are traveling to Orlando for two weeks in August. In addition to the normal attractions, my daughter wants to go on an Airboat Tour Ride.

Any recommendations on an Airboat Ride provider in the Kissimmee/Lake Buena Vista area?

Should I be on the look out for coupons?

Thanks

[bigfrank Administrator Find all posts View Profile Close bigfrank]

I believe there is one on 192, Small but should serve for what you want,

[JLB Please excuse me, I'm a Dick. Not a moron just a Dick Find all posts View Profile Close JLB]

I would be skeptical of the ones too near Orlando/Kissimmee, like in the 192 area, as they are touristy and not real air boat adventures.

I suggest you look for one in the direction of the right coast, the marshy area over that way. What is that . . . part of the St. Johns River?

It is not unlike Everglades City, with some legitimate adventures and some make believe wanna bes resorting to such tricks as raccoons chained to trees for their wildlife sightings.

[jericap Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close jericap]

I went to one recently (spring) and it was about an hour away from Orlando. It was very good. Saw all kinds of gators, even some babies. Had a great time and wouldn't hesitate going back. Let me look through my old charge receipts and come back with the name.

[rikkis_playpen Diamond Club Contributor Find all posts View Profile Close rikkis_playpen]

Here is a link for a local spot that isn't too touristy.. Also, this lake has the highest concentration of gators in Florida- so you'll get to see a bunch of wildlife.. The restaurant onsite is pretty good too..
http://www.theblackhammock.com/

[GeoPatSK Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close GeoPatSK]

Thanks, the one on Lake Jesup looks great.

According to MapQuest it is only 35 miles from Cypress Pointe.

[jericap Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close jericap]

Thanks, the one on Lake Jesup looks great.

According to MapQuest it is only 35 miles from Cypress Pointe.

I couldn't find any charges on my past statements. I asked my husband, he said we paid cash and he can't remember the name either. Sorry about that..