About Us

About Airboat Rides Melbourne, Florida

At Airboat Rides Melbourne, we’re passionate about sharing the real Florida—far beyond the theme parks. Founded by Captain Mike, a licensed and experienced airboat guide, our tours take you deep into the St. Johns River wetlands for an unforgettable adventure filled with wildlife, natural beauty, and high-speed fun.

Conveniently located in Melbourne, Florida, we’re just a short drive from Orlando, Daytona Beach, Vero Beach, Sebastian, and the Kennedy Space Center. Whether you’re vacationing in Central Florida or exploring the Space Coast, an airboat ride with us is the perfect addition to your trip.

From spectacular sunrise tours to daytime wildlife rides and even sunset and night adventures, every tour is designed to be safe, exciting, and unforgettable. With years of experience and a perfect safety record, we know where to find the best wildlife sightings, scenic views, and photo-worthy moments.

Whether it’s your first airboat ride or your fiftieth, we love creating family-friendly adventures that leave guests with memories to last a lifetime.

Meet The Captains

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Capt Mike

About Mike

Captain Mike, the owner of Airboat Rides Melbourne, has many years of experience on the St. Johns River whether it be boating, fishing or hunting. He is a fully licensed master captain and has a perfect safety record. He understands how to make airboat rides both fun and educational for children, and all ages, and knows exactly where to go for the best wildlife sightings at any time.
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Capt Dexter

About Dexter

Captain Dexter is the head captain of Airboat Rides Melbourne and is a U.S. Army veteran born and raised here in Melbourne, Florida. He has spent most of his life on the St. Johns River and its surrounding estuaries. He is a fully licensed Master Captain with a perfect safety record and has extensive knowledge of the wild life and ecosystems and enjoys interacting with everyone on the airboat to make the most of their experience.  

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Want to catch the latest updates, breathtaking photos, and special offers from Airboat Rides Melbourne? Follow us on Facebook and be the first to see what’s happening on the water. Adventures, wildlife sightings, and fun memories are just a click away—don’t miss out!

Into the swamp they go… 🚤🐊
Hidden waterways, wild sights, and unforgettable moments await.

This is Florida’s wild side... experienced the best way possible!
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Into the swamp they go… 🚤🐊 Hidden waterways, wild sights, and unforgettable moments await. This is Florida’s wild side... experienced the best way possible! 📲https://airboatridesmelbourne.com #AirboatRidesMelbourne #TheSwamp #ExploreItToday #BookNow

January 25, 2026
“We saw 6 gators, learned so much, and even the kids loved it!” – Alison B.
From family fun to incredible wildlife encounters, every tour with Airboat Rides Melbourne is packed with adventure and unforgettable memories. 🐊

Ready to make your own story? Book your airboat ride today at AirBoatRidesMelbourne.com

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“We saw 6 gators, learned so much, and even the kids loved it!” – Alison B. From family fun to incredible wildlife encounters, every tour with Airboat Rides Melbourne is packed with adventure and unforgettable memories. 🐊 Ready to make your own story? Book your airboat ride today at AirBoatRidesMelbourne.com #AirboatRidesMelbourne #CustomerReview #FamilyFun #WildFlorida #AdventureAwaits #FloridaWildlife #ExploreFlorida

January 23, 2026
This is what wild really looks like 🐊

Up close encounters. Heart-pounding moments.
If you’re ready to experience Florida the way it was meant to be seen, this is your sign!

Book your airboat adventure today!
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This is what wild really looks like 🐊 Up close encounters. Heart-pounding moments. If you’re ready to experience Florida the way it was meant to be seen, this is your sign! Book your airboat adventure today! 📲https://airboatridesmelbourne.com #AirboatRidesMelbourne #BookNow

January 21, 2026
This is Florida the way it was meant to be seen. 🐊
Raw, powerful, and unforgettable. On an airboat ride, you don’t just see wildlife...you experience it in its natural habitat!

Ready to get up close with the real Florida?
Book your adventure at AirBoatRidesMelbourne.com

#AirboatRidesMelbourne #RealFlorida #StartExploring

This is Florida the way it was meant to be seen. 🐊 Raw, powerful, and unforgettable. On an airboat ride, you don’t just see wildlife...you experience it in its natural habitat! Ready to get up close with the real Florida? Book your adventure at AirBoatRidesMelbourne.com #AirboatRidesMelbourne #RealFlorida #StartExploring

January 19, 2026
A Little Bit About Us… 🐊
At Airboat Rides Melbourne, we believe adventure should be unforgettable. From sunrise rides to sunlit afternoons, our guided tours take you deep into Florida’s breathtaking wetlands...where gators bask, rare birds soar, and every view feels like a postcard.

👉 Ready to trade lines for adventure? Book your ride today at AirBoatRidesMelbourne.com

#AirboatRidesMelbourne #ALittleBitAboutUs #FloridaAdventure #WildFlorida #ExploreFlorida #AirboatLife #BucketListExperience

A Little Bit About Us… 🐊 At Airboat Rides Melbourne, we believe adventure should be unforgettable. From sunrise rides to sunlit afternoons, our guided tours take you deep into Florida’s breathtaking wetlands...where gators bask, rare birds soar, and every view feels like a postcard. 👉 Ready to trade lines for adventure? Book your ride today at AirBoatRidesMelbourne.com #AirboatRidesMelbourne #ALittleBitAboutUs #FloridaAdventure #WildFlorida #ExploreFlorida #AirboatLife #BucketListExperience

January 18, 2026
Fun Fact Friday:

Alligators can eat up to 23% of their body weight in one meal! That’s like a 200-pound person eating 46 pounds of food in one sitting. 😲 But here’s the twist...gators don’t need to eat every day. In fact, they can go weeks without food, especially in cooler weather, thanks to their slow metabolism.

Want to learn more cool facts and see gators in their natural habitat? Join us for an adventure at Airboat Rides Melbourne!

#AirboatRidesMelbourne #FunFactFriday #GatorFacts #WildFlorida #FloridaAdventure #AirboatLife #ExploreFlorida

Fun Fact Friday: Alligators can eat up to 23% of their body weight in one meal! That’s like a 200-pound person eating 46 pounds of food in one sitting. 😲 But here’s the twist...gators don’t need to eat every day. In fact, they can go weeks without food, especially in cooler weather, thanks to their slow metabolism. Want to learn more cool facts and see gators in their natural habitat? Join us for an adventure at Airboat Rides Melbourne! #AirboatRidesMelbourne #FunFactFriday #GatorFacts #WildFlorida #FloridaAdventure #AirboatLife #ExploreFlorida

January 16, 2026
Another five star adventure in the books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Guests keep raving about their time with Airboat Rides Melbourne from spotting alligators to learning from knowledgeable captains like Captain Mike. Every ride is packed with wildlife, laughs, and unforgettable moments!

Ready to see what everyone is talking about? Book a tour today at AirboatRidesMelbourne.com or give us a call to lock in your spot.

#AirboatRidesMelbourne #BookNow #FiveStarReviews

Another five star adventure in the books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Guests keep raving about their time with Airboat Rides Melbourne from spotting alligators to learning from knowledgeable captains like Captain Mike. Every ride is packed with wildlife, laughs, and unforgettable moments! Ready to see what everyone is talking about? Book a tour today at AirboatRidesMelbourne.com or give us a call to lock in your spot. #AirboatRidesMelbourne #BookNow #FiveStarReviews

January 14, 2026
Another five star adventure in the books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Guests keep raving about their time with Airboat Rides Melbourne from spotting alligators to learning from knowledgeable captains like Captain Mike. Every ride is packed with wildlife, laughs, and unforgettable moments!

Ready to see what everyone is talking about? Book a tour today at AirboatRidesMelbourne.com or give us a call to lock in your spot.

#AirboatRidesMelbourne #BookNow #FiveStarReviews

Another five star adventure in the books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Guests keep raving about their time with Airboat Rides Melbourne from spotting alligators to learning from knowledgeable captains like Captain Mike. Every ride is packed with wildlife, laughs, and unforgettable moments! Ready to see what everyone is talking about? Book a tour today at AirboatRidesMelbourne.com or give us a call to lock in your spot. #AirboatRidesMelbourne #BookNow #FiveStarReviews

January 14, 2026
Escape the crowds and discover the wild side of Florida 🌿🚤
Airboat Rides Melbourne takes guests deep into peaceful wetlands where the only sounds are nature and the hum of the airboat. It is the perfect way for families and adventure seekers to experience Florida beyond the theme parks and busy beaches.

Spots fill quickly so guests are encouraged to visit AirboatRidesMelbourne.com to book their ride today!

Escape the crowds and discover the wild side of Florida 🌿🚤 Airboat Rides Melbourne takes guests deep into peaceful wetlands where the only sounds are nature and the hum of the airboat. It is the perfect way for families and adventure seekers to experience Florida beyond the theme parks and busy beaches. Spots fill quickly so guests are encouraged to visit AirboatRidesMelbourne.com to book their ride today!

January 12, 2026

See a Gator Without Cages!

Book your airboat adventure today and make memories that last a lifetime.