7 Chapters in the History of Shingle Creek, Makinson Island, and Paradise Island on Lake Tohopekaliga
Lake Tohopekaliga is more than a beautiful setting for an airboat ride. Its waters connect centuries of natural history, Indigenous history, settlement, transportation, and conservation. Most people call it Lake Toho. The lake sits near Kissimmee and St. Cloud within the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes. Shingle Creek feeds into this connected watershed and is often […]
One Boat, Three Generations: Our Family Day at Crazy Gator Airboats
Getting my whole family to agree on an activity is basically impossible. I am a daughter, a wife, and the mother of a one-year-old son who naps on his own schedule. My parents are in their sixties and still love an adventure, as long as it does not require miles of walking. And then there […]
‘Are We in the Right Place?’ The Hidden Airboat Tour Gem You’ll Think Your GPS Got Wrong
You followed the directions. Your GPS says you have arrived. Yet your first thought may be, “Are we in the right place?” Yes, you are. is one of those Florida finds that feels hidden at first. The surroundings may look more like an RV community than a busy attraction. That is part of what makes […]
Are Night Airboat Tours on Lake Toho as Spooky as They Sound?
Haunted houses are fun. But this Halloween season, there is something waiting in the Florida dark that no actor in a mask can match. Real alligators, real swamps, and eyes that glow back at you in the blackness. Night airboat tours are one of the most thrilling ways to experience wild Florida. And fall is […]
The 5-Star Moments: What Makes Guests Leave Crazy Gator Airboat Tours Glowing Reviews
What turns a Florida attraction into the highlight of a vacation? For guests, it often starts with a warm welcome. Then come wild alligators, expert captains, and exciting moments on Lake Tohopekaliga. Our reviews reveal what visitors remember most. Families praise the wildlife, while couples love the scenery and smooth ride. Other guests celebrate the […]
Airboat Tour Waivers to Wildlife: What You Should Know to Make Your Check-In Easier
Nobody books an airboat tour because they love paperwork. You are here for gators, speed, and the wild beauty of Lake Toho. The good news is that the paperwork part takes just a few minutes, and you can handle it before you ever leave your hotel. When you book one of our airboat tours near […]
Meet the Crazy Gator Team: Your Lake Toho Airboat Guides
The people behind your airboat tour matter just as much as the scenery. Crazy Gator Airboat Tours brings together a group of passionate Florida locals and experienced captains who know Lake Tohopekaliga like the back of their hand. Ready to see Central Florida from a new perspective? Book your Crazy Gator airboat tour near Kissimmee […]
Do You Need to Know How to Swim for an Airboat Tour? Safety Gear Explained
No, you do not need to know how to swim for an airboat tour. Guests stay aboard the airboat while exploring Central Florida’s lakes and wetlands. Crazy Gator also provides life jackets and ear protection for every guest that requests them and especially for small children. You can book an airboat tour near Kissimmee and […]