It was second sailing of the outfit, and despite issues, we enjoyed it greatly. The food quality…read morewas very good but the service needs work. Some got really upset, and others did not. They ran out of the beef selection, and ppl were taking too much, which left none, for some. I actually got the last of the beef, about three bites.... Nonetheless, the experience was exceptional. The crew has learning to do, and zi an confident they will own it! We will return, the Sunday's brunch cruise us calling me. .. Good luck moving, forward

I was very disappointed because I took my mother there for the special occasion for Mother's Day…read more There were only three people catering to a booked full cruise.. the food on the Buffay was cold and didn't have anything to keep it heat it while it was out. They ran out of bacon and sausage and it was supposed to be a brunch which they closed up rather quickly instead of leaving it open for the duration of the trip, but it was it took a really long time to get a frozen drink where the bartender continue to serve everyone else that was in line 1st, so she could reduce the length of the line versus stopping and making a piña colada which mind me I was first in line. The captain was extremely rude, screaming at a boat that was passing us on the wrong side when he was getting ready to dock, he could've handled that better, and he also screamed at a 97-year-old woman that was in the front of the boat world to move because she was in his way. Luckily, the lady was hard of hearing so a family member was able to ask her politely to move over which is something the captain should've done, but he was extremely rude. Thank goodness it was not my mother or he would've gotten an earful. There's a lot of things that they could do to improve this cruise and they should because it's a really nice event to hold for a special occasion or a midnight cruise. They just need to listen to the people that have input and change some things for the better.

Fishing on the Orlando Princess was a relaxing and enjoyable experience…read more The boat was a pretty good size and there was a good amount of space to cast a line without being on top of another fisher. The crew were kind and they gave good advice on fishing and knowledge on the fishes we caught. They offered snacks and sandwiches for lunch, and had unlimited beer on tap (bud light, but free beer is still nice!)

I went on my first deep sea fishing trip on the Orlando Princess last year! We chose the half day…read moreoption which included lunch (the burgers were yummy!!!), unlimited soda, your rod and bait! We seriously had such a fun time. The deck hands were so helpful and worked FAST to untangle lines and help with the fish AND SHARKS you catch. We can't wait to go again and maybe do the full day. We got a great deal off of Groupon so I highly recommend keeping an eye out there.

We've only lived in this area for about five years, but we've quickly fallen in love with the…read morehistory, character, and old-world Florida that still exists here. As Merritt Island residents, it's amazing to think that the historic St. Johns River is right in our backyard, yet we had never experienced it from an airboat until now. After reading A Land Remembered and learning about the Florida cattle drives and "Cracker" way of life--the people who lived off the land, traveled these rivers, and helped shape the Florida we know today--this experience felt like a glimpse back into that era. The St. Johns River is truly part of the story of Florida, and seeing this unspoiled landscape preserved from development was something special. It's a reminder of what makes this state unique, and I'm grateful that places like this have been protected for future generations. When our family came to visit and wanted to experience an airboat ride, we finally made it happen with Instagator Airboat Rides, and we couldn't have picked a better experience. Captain Mike was like family from the moment we arrived. He was courteous, friendly, punctual, and shared so much knowledge about the river, wildlife, and history of the area. His boat was extremely comfortable, we always felt safe, and it was clear that Captain Mike is a careful and experienced captain who truly loves what he does. The entire trip felt less like a tour and more like spending the day on the water with an old friend who was sharing a special place with us. Such a beautiful and diverse selection of plants and wildlife was abundant including gators, birds, turtles, wild hogs, cattle... we even had a calf race along the riverbank pacing our boat playfully chasing. Such a beautiful experience and a lifelong memory. We had an incredible time, learned so much, and gained an even deeper appreciation for the natural beauty and history that surrounds us. We're already talking about going back out again soon. If you want a genuine Florida experience that connects you with the history and wild beauty of this incredible state, Instagator Airboat Rides is a must!

Today was our 4th trip with Captain Mike. Always perfect and…read morehis Diamond Back airboat is the Mercedes of airboats Noise cancelling headphones and equally perfect Hear and talk every conversation He knows everything in the Sainit John's river of where the gators are, tropical birds and beautiful. We did the 9:30 tour for an hour.we have done the two hour tour before Best price and not a cattle car/airboat like others. Be one time. For out of towners, sunscreen We will only book with him

Most charter boats don't take more than 6 people, so being able to take our party of 7 was great…read more What a trip it was. The captain (Ian) is very knowledgeable and able to tell us exactly what we can and can't keep and has been doing this kind of stuff pretty much his whole life. He found us some great spots, and went above and beyond during the trip. Highlight of the trip was when he helped us snag a large bull shark! They were great about telling us what we needed to do, but letting us actually do it. We actually hooked a second one, but it ended up snapping the line on that one. They filleted what we caught as soon as we got back to the pier and we were able to get it cooked right away at the restaurant at the pier, and took home the rest of what we weren't going to eat. This was my first experience deep sea fishing. This was, by far, the best fishing trip I could have asked for and set a VERY high bar for any future fishing trips to follow in the future.

I went on the Time and Tides eco tour with my good friend and her family, it was great! Being a…read morenative Floridian, I had been to the Cape Canaveral many times but was surprised out how much I didn't know. Our tour guide was very informative and it was great to hear about the area and learn things I had never heard of before. The staff was friendly and great with the small children in the group. They also had a cooler with water and Gatorade for passengers. We saw sea turtles, dolphins, red fish, and many native birds. They also had a fish tank and woukd let the children interact with them. I would recommend this to anybody from out of town or any local resident. Lots of information for any age group. They were also very helpful to a group member who got sea sick. A+ in my book! Looking forward to going on the fishing charter they have!

Saw many gators and, surprisingly to me, cattle wading in the water nearby. It was easy to find,…read morenext to a park and launching ramp, and of course the Lone Cabbage restaurant. Started seeing critters right from the deck of the restaurant. The restaurant has restrooms, but the park has large clean restrooms too, just on the other side of the parking lot. The guide was relaxed and knowledgeable. Also saw vultures eating a carcass. No shade on the ride (and hats can blow off) so wear sunscreen.

I was recommended to go to this place for airboat and to eat croc bites. I called ahead to be sure…read moremy family could ride if we arrived by 4. We arrived early at 330 only to be told they decided to close early (even though I had called an hour before!) no apologies. We saw them driving the boat back when we arrived! Then we were told they closed for food already. Our last day in Florida was wasted since we left the Kennedy space center early, skipped the air museum and decided to come to this place. Even if you call ahead- I'd reserve at a different place to ensure you will get a ride!!!

Captain Mike took us on a 4th of July Airboat ride. It has been something that I have always wanted…read moreto do! Captain Mike was so informative and we loved seeing all the gators and birds. I would definitely recommend this tour!!

This was the best ever! It's a small boat and our captain does a great job taking around the St…read more John's River

Me and my mom went from 8:30 to 10 with Ian, very nice guy and explained everything very well like…read morehow to maneuver the kayak properly and very welcoming,Over all I 100% recommend everyone to try it out going it's very pretty and very calming it was awesome. Especially when you would paddle you can see the bioluminescence

I was in town with my guy for a work trip and needed something fun to do while he was stuck in…read moremeetings, and I'm SO glad I found this. I'm a big paddleboard person, so I figured kayaking couldn't be that different... and honestly, it was such a good call. I signed up for the morning paddle and Ian was our guide super friendly, easy to talk to, and actually knew a ton about the area without making it feel like a lecture. I was really hoping to see a manatee (still a little salty about that lol), but we did see a bunch of beautiful birds, tons of stingrays, and even a random little dolphin which totally made my day. The weather was perfect, the water was calm, and the whole experience was just really relaxing and fun. 10/10 would recommend if you're into paddling, kayaking, or just want a chill little water adventure.

Love visiting the Lighthouse. Call to make a date to see the lighthouse with groups of 10 or more…read more Must do this well in advance because ID clearance is required. If you're fortunate you can also see Hangar C.

**INITIAL REVIEW**…read more The Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Tour (which I will shorthand simply to the Lighthouse Tour) has been one of those "backyard adventures" I've been wanting to go on for the longest time. Eventually, I was able to partake in said adventure with my friends, Nate and Chops. Afterwards, I have to say that even for a probably "one-and-done" for a tour, it is definitely worth every penny spent. This tour was everything I wanted and loved, and it delivered. First and foremost, the actual business building for the Lighthouse Tour is nothing you have to worry about. According to all the tours, you will meet up at the Sands Space Museum and take a charter van to multiple locales on the tour. Before we get to the actual tour I partook in, it should be noted there are numerous tour options such as the museums alone, the lighthouse alone, or the full experience. Prices range from $35 (lighthouse only) to $65 (full tour). I went with the latter which includes numerous museums, historic launch sites, and the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse. It should also be noted that the more you do, the longer the tour. The full tour is four hours long. Please take note the things you need to check before the tour such as wearing shoes if you plan to walk up the five floors of the lighthouse, small bags allowed with small closed-contained foods and drinks only. Finally, you need to fill out a clearance check as all the stops, with the exception of Sands Space Museum, is on the Cape Canaveral Air Force Military Base. With those in mind, the full tour - known as the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse and Space Flight Tour - is all the stops if possible. I say "if possible" because some stops may be closed for maintenance or upgrades. For us, The Sands Space Museum, where the tour stars, was closed for renovation. However, the museum is free and not on protected property so I can go back and check it out. We visited four different launch sites, three museums, and the Cape Canaveral lighthouse. I personally loved the lighthouse and Hanger "A" which housed some of the larger historic rockets and jets that have helped bring NASA and the U.S. military where it is now. I personally was surprised that the first drone was used as target practice. I can't really detail everything I saw or this would become one my longest reviews, longer than I usually do. Just know that, like I said earlier in the review, for a possible one-and-done, it is worth every penny. However, if you really want to make sure the tour is a one-and-done, pay for the full tour. You'll have enough time to visit everything within the four hours, and if anything is closed, they'll take you to the Canaveral National Seashore, which was amazing because it is literally almost "untouched" by tourism. I will give this tour four out of five stars. I am not going to say consistency will earn the fifth star because only a super fan will take this tour numerous times... or work for the tour company. I will say that the lacking star has to do with the price. It can be high overall especially if stops are closed for some reason.