Just a few miles outside the glitzy theme parks of Orlando lies a hidden world of natural wonders. The wetlands around Kissimmee are home to caimans alligators, bald eagles, hawks, turtles, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife, and one of the best ways to see them is on a airboat tour. One of the most popular is Grape Hammock, where native guides take visitors along the shoreline, through backwater marshes, and around the area’s freshwater islands. Alligators Unlimited and Alligator Cove also offer a variety f options, including nature, birding, and sunset tours. Or book a 40-minute airboat tour through Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, an authentic Florida ranch and luxury resort overlooking the Kissimmee River.
