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Top 5 Things You’ll Learn About Florida at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures features over 32 acres of nearly pristine Florida nature that includes many unique activities such as a Butterfly Garden, Fossil & Gem Mine, a restaurant, and much more just a short drive from Kissimmee.

A bald eagle soars low over grassy wetlands, wings spread wide against a backdrop of dense green trees.

A bald eagle sweeps across the wetlands, turning a quiet Kissimmee morning into a front-row wildlife moment.

Florida has a way of revealing its secrets when you’re closest to the water, and Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures is one of the best places to experience that magic firsthand. Set among more than 32 acres of nearly untouched landscape at the headwaters of the Everglades, this beloved attraction invites visitors to explore the state’s natural wonders through hands-on activities, wildlife encounters, and immersive outdoor fun. 

From fluttering wings in the Butterfly Garden to ancient treasures in the Fossil & Gem Mine, Boggy Creek offers an adventure that teaches you something new about Florida at every turn. Here are five discoveries waiting to spark your curiosity.

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Airboat Tours

An airboat full of passengers glides across the water at Boggy Creek Airboat Rides, surrounded by bright greenery and blue skies.

Skim across the headwaters of the Everglades with Boggy Creek airboat rides, where every breeze feels like adventure in the making.

See Kissimmee wildlife from an airboat tour — a great way to enjoy nature while feeling like you’re flying through the headwaters of Florida’s Everglades. Find alligators, turtles, eagles, and even cows on your tour. Each airboat ride is unique, and filled with surprises and facts about nature from the tour guides.

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Fossil & Gem Mine

The Fossil & Gem Mine is a must-do while at Boggy Creek. With a water tower and over 70-feet of mining troughs, this mine is the longest in the country! This fun activity comes with natural gems and rare fossils that you get to keep. You could find rocks and fossils such as emeralds, amethysts, invertebrates, fossilized amber, and even some rubies. This is an activity for everyone, especially those who enjoy collecting unique stones and fossils.

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Gator Pond

Straight from Gatorland, Boggy Creek has more than 30 young alligators ready for an up-close and personal view of Florida’s favorite reptile. You can watch these cute gators sunbathe, or you can feed them with gator chow; in the meantime, the knowledgeable guides will teach you about these fantastic creatures and their natural environment.

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Lily’s Butterfly Garden

You can't miss Lily’s Butterfly Garden and Lorelei’s Critter Collection are at Boggy Creek! Guests of all ages can explore and learn about Florida's natural wonders. Take an airboat ride and experience Florida's Everglades, complete with wild gators!

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Boggy Bottom BBQ

A tabletop spread of barbecue dishes including brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, sides of mac and cheese, baked beans, fries, tater tots, and mashed potatoes from Boggy Bottom BBQ.

A feast fit for hungry explorers. Boggy Bottom BBQ brings smoky, Southern comfort to every plate.

You can stay on the property for lunchtime and visit Boggy Bottom BBQ restaurant. Their recipes have been handed down for generations, and each dish is made in the authentic Florida-style BBQ with breakfast served all day. We tried their brisket and pulled pork nachos while relaxing in front of their lakeside patio.

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures offers each family member or group something special. Vacation packages are also available for those interested in exploring more of Kissimmee. They are open every day from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Don’t forget to take a photo with Rufus, the resident Airboat Captain, on your way out!

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