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Types of Swamps You Can Find in Florida

Many people know Florida for its sunny beaches, warm climate, ocean breeze, and busy beach towns.  It is a popular destination for people wanting a break from the cold Northern winters.  However, many people don't know that Florida is also home to many swamps, which host a diverse population of wildlife that is common only to this region.  On our airboat tours in Orlando, you and your family can experience the beauty and mystery that is common to the Florida swamps.  T...

How to Choose the Best Airboat Rides in Orlando

Are you looking to enhance your family vacation with an airboat ride through the Florida swamps?  Do you want to create family memories with an unforgettable experience?  Airboat rides in Orlando are the perfect adventure to entertain the entire family when you visit Orlando this year.  At Switchgrass Outfitters and Airboat Tours, we offer exclusive airboat rides through the swamp during both the day and night.  Our tour guides provide a wealth of knowledge and know where ...

Commonly Asked Questions about Airboat Rides in Orlando

Whenever you book your trip to take airboat tour, you may have a list of questions ready for your tour guide.  As you are packing for your vacation, these questions may have more urgency.  You need to know what to pack for this tour.  Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions about our airboat rides in Orlando. Do I need sunscreen? Yes, you should put sunscreen on before you head out on your airboat tour.  Even though there is some shade o...

How to Make Family Memories with Your Children on Airboat Tours in Orlando

Parents are always searching for new ways to entertain their children on family vacations.  There are theme park visits, mini gold outings, beach days, and more.  Parents should take their family to try the exciting airboat tours in Orlando with Switchgrass Outfitters and Airboat Tours.  We offer many different airboat tours throughout the day, guaranteeing unique wildlife sightings and an unforgettable experience.  It's time for you to make some family memories with y...

Three Airboat Tour Safety Tips for Kids

You're so excited that you finally booked your airboat tours for your next visit to Orlando.  Everyone in the family hopes to see a crocodile or two as you embark on your unforgettable journey through the central Florida swamps.  This experience will have you and your family on the edge of your seat, but you also want to be sure to stay safe.  When you are taking kids on the family-friendly airboat tours in Orlando, you should follow these few safety tips. Bring ...

Four Alternative Entertainment Options in Orlando

When you visit Orlando, you may want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks and overcrowded attractions, so you may find yourself looking for alternative entertainment options.  Lucky for you, Orlando boasts many options to keep you and your family smiling and interested throughout your entire stay.  From museums to airboat rides in Orlando, we offer something for everyone.  Here are four great suggestions for alternative entertainment when you are visiti...

The Best Orlando Attractions that Aren't Theme Parks

When you visit Orlando, you likely want to stop at the theme parks to enjoy the excitement, but the crowds and expenses can quickly add up.  You want to keep your family excited about your vacation, so perhaps it's time to consider other attractions Orlando offers.  There are many other exciting opportunities for relaxation, recreation, education, and plenty more in and around the city.  This will allow you to get a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of the amusem...

Why You Need to Tour with Switchgrass Outfitters on Your Next Family Vacation

When you plan your family vacation, you likely discuss the attractions you want to visit, the reservations you need to make, and the places you want to eat.  You give everyone in the family an opportunity to voice their opinion to make sure that everyone has fun while you're away on your trip.   Next time you are visiting Orlando on you family vacation, you want to be sure to book airboat tours in Orlando with Switchgrass Outfitters and Airboat Tours.  Our excellent an...

Why You Should Visit the Florida Swamps

When you think of a vacation in Florida, you likely think of white, pristine beaches or thrilling amusement park rides.  Many people unfortunately do not think of the beauty and adventure offered by Florida's swamps.  This ecosystem offers a unique view at the wildlife that calls Florida its home.  Next time you visit Florida, you should combine both adventure and education into one and book airboat rides in Orlando to cruise your way through the Florida swamps.  There...

Common Questions about the American Crocodile

Many tourists come to our airboat tours in Orlando to spot an American crocodile in its natural habitat.  People want to see it lurking in the swampy waters of central Florida.  When we spot one, they often point and gawk at the sight, taking out their camera to remember the moment forever.  There are many questions that our tour guides can answer about the American crocodile.  Here are a few of the top questions we receive when we are on our airboat tours in Orlando. ...