Speedy Johnson's Fun Cruise

Having passed several other airboat operations on our way to Speedy's I can only say it was worth the extra drive. Our captain was friendly and knowlegeable. We saw two alligators and an iguana perched up in a tree. And the birds in the grasslands were amazing. Living up north, we were amazed at the mangrove swamps and how they seem to grow out of nothing. I can't wait to return and take the ride again. The experience was worth every penny! more

While Speedy Johnson's airboat tour went primarily through beautiful mangrove swamps, and grasslands to a lesser extent; and while the scenery and wildlife were great, I was dissappointed that our driver made it end before it should have. The trip was advertized to take an hour, but we zipped through it in 45 minutes, and his canned speeches at his designated stops were brief and and impersonel. Don't misunderstand me. I liked the speed when we were traveling. But when we stop to enjoy the solitude and beauty of the everglades, we should linger a little longer. I feel that we should have gotten a partial refund because we returned early. Make sure that your driver knows that you understand the trip will last an hour. Pros: Good scenery and wildlife. Fun, fast ride Cons: Some drivers may not be knowledgeable and they may not live up to the advertized tour length. more