Just North of Orlando
Real Florida. Real Gators. About an hour from the theme parks!
Trade the theme park lines for Central Florida’s largest airboat tours on beautiful Lake Panasoffkee — right off I-75 at Exit 321.
Central Florida’s Largest Airboat Tours • Right Off I-75, Exit 321
Your true Florida backwoods adventure!
Welcome to Tom & Jerry’s Airboat Rides, home of the largest and most thrilling airboat tours in Central Florida! Whether you’re visiting the Orlando area, enjoying the magic of Walt Disney World, exploring Universal Studios, or flying in through the Orlando International Airport (MCO), we’re just a short, scenic drive north to your true Florida backwoods adventure!
Our location in Lake Panasoffkee puts us within easy reach of all the top cities in Central Florida, including Orlando, Kissimmee, Clermont, Lakeland, Ocala, The Villages, Wildwood, Leesburg, Mt. Dora, and Winter Garden. Whether you’re staying in the theme park corridor or one of Florida’s charming towns, we’re the perfect day trip destination to escape into the wild!
About an hour north of Orlando — an easy day trip from the theme parks.
Close to Disney and Orlando attractions – just hop in your car and be here in no time! We’re less than half a mile off I-75 at Exit 321.
More than just an airboat ride!
Plenty of space for large groups, families and private tours.
Glide through our lush Florida canals and swamps on Lake Panasoffkee.
Meet a baby gator, then visit our on-site Gator Lagoon and gift shop.
Encounter wild alligators, turtles, egrets, herons, eagles and more.
Explore our new Florida Wildlife Educational Center and animal exhibits.
Add gem mining or archery and make it a full day of family fun.
Your safety and experience are our top priority. Our airboats are officially US Coast Guard approved and inspected for your peace of mind. That means every ride is not only thrilling but also safe and reliable for the entire family.
Our captains aren’t just skilled – they’re legends in these swamps! With years of experience navigating Florida’s waterways, and Coast Guard certified training, our crew knows exactly where the gators love to sunbathe and how to deliver an unforgettable adventure while keeping you comfortable and safe.
A top-rated attraction on Google & Tripadvisor
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Tanner did a great job! My baby sleep the entire time!Posted on Google![]()
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Captain Tanner did a great job with information and tour!!!+0Posted on Google![]()
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Captain tanner was awesome! Had a great time saw 5 gators, baby gators, and a bald eagle. Along with tons of other birds.Posted on Google![]()
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Great tide, very informative! Ty!Posted on Google![]()
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Captain Tanner ftw!Posted on Google![]()
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Captain Chad was great we had a great time! Watch out for snakes and female alligators!!!Posted on Google![]()
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Brent was great but disappointed we only saw one gator.Posted on Google![]()
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Brent the barefoot captain did well! Thanks+0Posted on Google![]()
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We’re about an hour north of Orlando in Lake Panasoffkee. Take Florida’s Turnpike north to I-75, then exit at 321 — we’re less than half a mile off the interstate, making us an easy day trip from Disney, Universal and the Orlando area.
Choose our signature 1-Hour Airboat Adventure or the faster-paced 30-Minute Hot Shot Express. Private airboat tours for your group are also available and must be reserved by phone at (321) 689-9821.
Lake Panasoffkee’s swamps and canals are home to wild alligators, turtles, egrets, herons, eagles and more. You can also hold a live baby alligator and visit the gators in our on-site Gator Lagoon.
We recommend booking online ahead of time to reserve your spot. Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
Yes! Our airboats are US Coast Guard approved and inspected, and our captains are Coast Guard certified. We’re family-owned and family-friendly, with child pricing for ages 3–9.
Make a day of it with our Live Gator Lagoon, Giant African Tortoise exhibit, Florida Wildlife Education Center, gem mining, archery and our gift shop.
If you’re searching for an unforgettable experience during your vacation to Disney World, a break from the theme parks, or just an authentic Florida wildlife tour, this is your chance to connect with nature like never before.
Book your ride today and come see why we’re the top-rated airboat tour in Central Florida. We’re family-owned, family-friendly, and filled with wild excitement from the dock to the deep swamps.
See y’all later, alligators!