Camp Holly is an old, old, location. They have seen many improvements over the years. Airboats! They offer air boat rides. If you have never been on a fan boat. Grab your hearing protection and stop. These fan boat's are so cool. They go fast! The guy even took us on a mud flat to show off a bird nest with eggs. Soon he will be showing everyone baby birds. We got to see all the alligators in their natural homes. Definitely worth doing once, in a lifetime. Food: I remember when there wasn't much for food options. The restaurant now is so nice for what it is. I like to come here and take my food down by the water and watch the fish fight over the leftovers. Haha their food is good. I call it Florida cracker style, however, they dialed back the spice for all the tourists. Aniamls: I saw a natural wild tabby short hair. Alligators, birds, Crain's, wild hunters in camo fan boat's, frogs, fish, and even a spider in the bathroom. Bathroom: shocking big and clean. A clean potty hole in the middle of no mans land aka swampvill is super impressive. Keep up the good work! read more

The whole experience was great! My husband was able to his cup into the air boat. Since we're from FL, the coolest part of the boat ride was the drifts the driver did. We saw a few gators too . It does get loud so they offer ear protection but I really liked taking in the whole experience! By the time we got back basically all of the tables were taken and the live music had started. Some people like there so much they even take their own chairs to enjoy, which is probably what we'll be doing if we decide to go back! read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Air boat rides - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

This was my first time airboating... I get why this is a beloved Floridian pastime. I get the hype. My partner's family took me here as a must-do for an uninitiated Californian yuppie. We purchased tickets onsite in the gift shop (no online reservations), which is a curiosity in itself. Gator-related paraphernalia, fishing gear, and actual baby gators in a tank (???). The grounds also include a restaurant, observation deck, and outdoor dining area. Bring bug spray for the mosquitoes! Captain Shane was a great guide. Super knowledgeable, friendly, and drives like a pro. I NOW KNOW THAT BOATS CAN DRIFT??? SO COOL. My partner's mom was clinging on for dear life LOL. Saw so many gators!!! Apparently January is one of the best months to see wildlife :D Would definitely recommend and would come back again! NOTE: Remember to bring cash to tip your captain! read more

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We weren't sure what to expect when we decided to stop in for the airboat tour. We had such an amazing time with Captain Anthony! We saw more gator than we could have hoped for and the birding is incredible as well. After our tour, we went to the cafe and had the best gator bites! This was an experience that we will never forget and will do again. read more

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We had a pretty big group of family and friends on Saturday and I will definitely say the band was great! The problem was the food situation, the line to order was about 30 minutes before we got to the window and then we were told the window was closing so they could catch up, that is the first problem, so ok the window opens up and we order 2 orders of Chicken tenders and 2 of Gator bites, now where it's gets bad. Our actual food was giving to us for over a hour of waiting for some basic fried foods. It was busy but seriously a hour wait for fried food?!? They need kitchen help for sure it really seems like they have little to no restaurant experience. The line to get a drink is quite a wait too. Fun place to go but I say eat first read more

This place is fantastic! Total hidden ! The air boat staff were so friendly and efficient. The ride itself was an absolute blast. Food and drink service was super fast, food is delicious, bar tenders and wait staff were super friendly! I would come here to eat even if i wasn't riding the airboats.Highly recommend read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides is pretty cool. We've been for both the Halloween rides and daytime rides both were a lot of fun. The Halloween rides are especially impressive, you can tell they put a lot of effort into the experience. Normal daytime rides are also fun and a great way to see the area and some gators. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

I've been to Camp Holly a few times and it's always a great experience. Their airboat rides are a ton of fun, I especially love the haunted airboat rides they run in October. Food is surprisingly good with a lot of outdoor seating available. Full bar available with nice views of the water. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

It was a cute place, friendly people but our boat captain, Scott, SUCKED! He was experienced and safe but very obviously did NOT want to be there. There was also a ride along/scout guy required and 2 of them argued back and forth, IN FRONT of us, that each one didn't want to be the one to go! We saw 1 gator and a few babies, which I understand, cannot be controlled...it's nature. Not worth the money!! My recommendation is go somewhere else!!! We wanted to eat there too but I didn't want to spend anymore money here. Sad read more

Fun Fast ride seen lots of gators had to wait a little longer for the boat then usual but do recommend

A Great place to meet friends right on the river. THis business is located right off the south side of US-192 just a few miles to the west of I-19. It's easy to reach, but feels tucked away along the St. Johns River. It has its own boat ramp and steady stream of airboats coming and going from direction of Lake Washington. My friends and I spent the afternoon on the back patio, which proved to be the perfect spot--plenty of shade, open air, and a relaxed atmosphere. Our group tried the gator bites, chips, french fries and the barbeque sandwich. The food must have been good since conversation slowed and people focused on finishing the food instead of talking.The portions and prices were reasonable, and the service by Megan was excellent. While we ate, live music set the tone; a guitarist played from a stage on the western edge of the property. It was far enough not to overwhelm conversation but close enough to enjoy. The overall vibe was laid-back, with a steady flow of locals and visitors stopping in by car or boat. One highlight for me was climbing the small observation tower, where I spotted several alligators swimming right off shore making it truly an authentic Florida experience. Between the wildlife, the easy river access, and the welcoming environment, Camp Holly makes for a memorable stop with friends, whether for lunch, music, or a launch point to explore the water. read more

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I've been on about a dozen air boat rides, this one was my least favorite. If you can visit one of the ones more north on the St Johns river, do. No reservations allowed, arrived at 930 am, bought 7 tickets ($280) and had to wait until 11:30 am to ride. One good thing that they have that others don't is food and drinks...you will need them for the long wait. Tour was decent given the water levels were so low because of the lack of rain BUT they have no communication headsets to listen to boat drivers tour. Other boat companies have headsets with sound so you can hear a cool background story on the stuff you are seeing. Not these guys, just silence and fast driving lol. Won't bring any of my visitors here again. read more

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If you've got a need for speed, this airboat tour is for you! You'll be gliding and flying down the river -- it's a big adrenaline rush! Here's some things you're gonna need to know: 1) No reservations, first come first serve. 2) Kids are required to wear life jackets, the ones they supply can be a bit wet-- If you have a mini complainer like us, maybe bring your own life jacket if you have one. 3) you are gonna be catching some real speed-- hats and sunglasses etc are a bit hard to keep on. We saw some gators, learned some facts about them and the area. But what really stole the show for me were all the different birds! read more

We took our kids and grandkids again this year, always a good time! Anthony was a great captain! read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Saw a big one! Anthony was our captain, he was really knowledgeable and fun!! - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

Came in today for the first time ever. Brought 12 people! Was highly recommended as we hang at other riverside restaurants around. Beer was cold, Bartender Kelsie was attentive and responsive and absolutely amazing. We sat at a BAR table and were told by the server "Sherri" we were sitting in her section and had to move. We offered to pay out and order from her and order our food from her, we were told NO...we had to move. Our entire group of 12 had to move to the bar. The manager Ken I spoke to told us that he had to speak to her to see what happened he could do nothing. A manager that can do nothing???? Shame on you Camp Holly!!! BTW- Kelsey and CICI are the bomb!!! Amazing bartenders and service!! W read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Kelsi and her amazing self - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

The location is prime ! The air boat look fun! The people are absolutely pleasant and the service is top notch , making you feel welcome and at home. The food items I had were not the best experience. The peel & eat shrimp although they were deveined they tasted like out of a frozen bag. the lobster roll tasted good but did not come with any drawn butter or sauce , so it was just kind of dry. The build your own bowl , was missing items from the last time we ordered and the rice had no seasoning at all. They were also out of burgers. Could be a new chef or something but just much left desired on the food over all. Still I recommend this place to come with your friends and gamily and come grab a drink and maybe try other items on the menu - read more

We stopped in for an airboat tour. The wait was 90 minutes. We paid and were given a buzzer. We opted to have lunch on site. It was good and simple. The staff was super friendly! Everyone in our party tried gator for the first time. There is a gift shop outside, a bar, bathrooms, and picnic tables. There is even an observation tower you can go up to look out over the river. The airboat was so cool, our first experience on one. We saw a few gators. Our Captain "Tony" was funny. He told us facts through the ride. I definitely suggest this for the whole family. Sunscreen and sunglasses... beware if you wear a hat... one of ours blew off! There are ear muffs on the boat to help with the noise which was a must. Fall and "colder" weather was recommended to see more gators but we definitely saw quite a few! If you're thinking about it.. go! This was such a cool experience. read more

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This place beat the expectations by a mile! I don't post many reviews on here but felt like I needed to add mine. We had a few hours to kill before heading to the airport and found them on Yelp. Airboats rock! The noise, a bit of spray from the drifting in corners, and my favorite part was they mixed the seriousness with just the right amount of smarta$$ness to make it a great time. This is a must do activity. They made sure everyone saw the gators. Even going back slower if someone missed seeing it the first time. Cool bar and great food. The ahi tuna was better than most $$$ restaurants. Perfectly cooked! How they mix airboats, a bit of camo, bikers, live music and ahi tuna??? The place was packed with locals when we left so you know they are doing it right. read more

HORRIBLE experience. If you want a drink you will be waiting 30 minutes. Waitresses and bartenders are clueless. No communication, no organization, they are all running around with their heads cut off. Our food took over an hour not sure if that was waitress fault or the kitchens. Go somewhere else not worth it. read more

Amazing service and a very fun pair - the bartender and boat captain and first mate (Shane and Cheyenne) are an absolute pleasure to work with and made the experience a blast! The shop worker was so sweet too! The only thing that was negative was the owner. He was getting drunk at the bar and insulting customers - small man energy for sure. Also seems like he kicks his dog. Anyway still an awesome experience thanks to all the rest of the crew there! read more

Thank you Captain Frank for a great ride with lots of alligator sightings , we had a snack at the gator grill and the gator bites were really good!! Very nice facility and very friendly staff. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

The Haunted airboat rides were something I looked forward to every year. Even standing in a long line with wasn't so bad, eating BBQ from the food truck, having a few beers. Eventually someone would say what the hell and ride the us bucking whale thing in what looked like a blow up pool. Gone are those days. Now you make reservations online and stand inside a building with horrible strobe lights and fog and what should take no more than 5 minutes if done correctly ( scanning your ticket on phone, took a half hour with only 8 people in front of us. They should have someone handing those waivers out when people get in line or better yet, do online when you purchase your ticket. ). Everyone on the boat except our four year old ( who lives for all things scary!) had been before and when we pulled into the dock at the end, all of us were saying WTF. Gone are all the set ups they had on the little islands and guys scaring you in water. They have 2 not even scary or exciting docks along the ride and the decorations practically non existent. From there it just went from bad to worse when we all realized there's no trail that you walk out at the end anymore either. Now I know why the parking lot was empty. In prior years, you couldn't get a spot and they had people directing traffic. We will not be back. It cost more money for not even a fraction of what we got before. So disappointing. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - The sad decoration - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

Great fun for the $. Our captain was informative and entertaining. We saw a bunch of alligators and enjoyed the airboat ride.

This place has so much nature! They have an outside bar, a picnic area with a stage for live music, indoor restaurant and the air boat rides are really cool ! Pictures say it all ! read more

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Wow! Just off a ride with Capt Anthony. Awesome ride, cool wildlife. I will be back! Thank you for a great experience.

Anthony was a great airboat captain / tour leader. He was both entertaining and educational, and he was able to get us up close and personal with two gators. Super fun trip! read more

Fun outing with visiting relatives. Great spot with restaurant, clean bathrooms, and little store. Trip was fun, safe, and informational. Professionally run. read more

Anthony our boat driver was awesome! He kept it entertaining and knowledgeable. We saw so many alligators. Afterwards we ate lunch outside. They were very busy when we sat down. The waitress said she would be right over and before we knew it the bartender stepped in to help her out. Food was delicious and came out quickly. Very clean and we look forward to returning. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

We called yesterday to inquire about an airboat ride and was greeted by Kat--she was amazing! Super friendly, funny, professional, and very knowledgeable. She answered all our questions perfectly. When we showed up today, we got to meet Kat in person, along with Jayden, and they were both so sweet and welcoming. We had a drink at the bar to kick things off, then got paired with Captain Shane for our tour. He was awesome--super skilled and really knowledgeable. The ride itself was such a blast! We saw a ton of wildlife, including some gators, which was so cool. One may want to want to buy an airboat after this tour haha! Thank you again to the Camp Holly staff for such a great experience--we'll definitely be back next time we're in town! read more

We a great time with Captain Earl. Highly recommend for airboat ride a good drink, music and food. Plan to stay for awhile and enjoy this great lil spot read more

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Fun way to spend a Saturday am. My fave cousin and his wife were here for a quick visit and we thought we'd do a boat ride! Captain Tony was adorable and so informative as well as an excellent navigator! Gave us an exciting tour with his daredevil maneuvers which made us all grin ear to ear. read more

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We went on an airboat ride today,11 of us and had the best time ! our guide was Anthony and he was great! A lot of fun and very informative.I would highly recommend Camp Holly and Anthony! read more

Too loud, mediocre food, waitress, couldn't get the order right some. Loud air boats everywhere.

Food in the Gators Grill was ok, classic bar style fried food. Food took a long time but in their defense it was close to closing.

Whenever I have friends or relatives in town, Camp Holly is our first tour destination. Always an enjoyable airboat trip and the captains are very knowledgeable and entertaining. Seeing Gators is a plus as well. Captain Tony was great today and my grandson loved the ride. Come early or in the spring to see the most gators. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Grandson and Captain Tony - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

We enjoyed our visit to Camp Holly. We had a bit of a wait but a souvenir shop, food, and bar kept us occupied; as well as the little alligators surrounding the property. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable. The guide, Tony, told us about the landscape and animal life in the area. We saw a couple of gators. read more

Camp Holly Airboat Rides - Baby - Boating Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

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We had an amazing tour!!!! Our tour guide/captain Brooke gave us the Florida experience we were looking for! She was very informative about the river and gators. She got us very close to quite a few and was able to spot them from afar and point them out to us. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting. I believe his name was Jon Henry, he was also a great help on this tour. We're walking away with some great stories to tell when we get back home! Their gift shop is super cute too. We picked up so magnets and redshirts to take home as souvenirs. They even had baby gators in the store to look at more closely. read more

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Captain Anthony....what a great job you did!!!! You made the ride so much fun!!! Informative and entertaining!! Thank you for helping my dad check off his bucket list and for catching him as he was getting out of the boat!! Also the girl at the gift shop counter was very nice and funny!!! loved her!! read more

Went here with family. I highly recommend bringing a rain jacket, night jacket, wind breaker. In the morning it's chilly. They have little gators that are 1 month old right now. They give you a beeper to gel you the Captain is ready. read more

Captain Tony is the best!! So funny and friendly and highly knowledgeable! We absolutely LOVED our airboat ride!! read more