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New Orleans: Large Airboat Swamp Tour

Swamp with cypress trees and Spanish moss in New Orleans during an airboat tour.
Airboat Swamp Tour through lush New Orleans swamp on a sunny day.
Airboat with tourists exploring swamp in New Orleans.
Raccoons on a tree branch during an airboat swamp tour in New Orleans.

Duration

1 hr 45 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Hotel pickup

    • Soar across 20,000 acres of scenic Louisiana swampland on a powerful airboat, exploring remote bayous lined with cypress trees and rich with local wildlife.

    • Get close-up views of alligators, turtles, snakes, and rare birds, guided by local captains who share fascinating stories and swamp secrets.

    • Feel the thrill of speed as your airboat glides across shallow marshes, alternating between high-energy bursts and relaxing moments surrounded by nature.

    • Capture stunning photographs and witness unforgettable wildlife moments, from sunbathing gators to graceful egrets soaring above the wetlands.

    • Enhance your trip with added convenience by including round-trip transportation to and from your New Orleans hotel.

    • 1 hr 45 min airboat ride through 20,000 acres of swamp

    • Expert airboat captains/guides certified by the US Coast Guard

    • Large airboat up to 30 passengers

    • Safety equipment

    • Indoor alligator exhibits

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from New Orleans (as per option selected)

    • Food and drinks

    • Gratuities

  • TOTAL DURATION1 hour 45 minutes - 2 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERAir boat
    FIRST DEPARTUREAirboat adventures
    LAST DEPARTUREAirboat adventures
    Timeline
    Map
    Hotel pickup from New Orleans (If option selected)
    Start point

    Hotel pickup from New Orleans (If option selected)

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    Airboat adventures

    1. Airboat adventures

    Safety briefing and boarding the Airboat

    2. Safety briefing and boarding the Airboat

    Airboat Ride through the swamp

    3. Airboat Ride through the swamp

    Wildlife spotting

    4. Wildlife spotting

    Return to dock

    5. Return to dock

    Hotels drop-off in New Orleans (If option selected)
    End point

    Hotels drop-off in New Orleans (If option selected)

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  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to Bring

    • Choose lightweight, comfortable clothing and closed-toe footwear suited for outdoor exploration.

    • Carry a camera or binoculars to make the most of wildlife and scenic photo opportunities.

    • Sunscreen and bug spray are suggested to stay protected from the elements.

    What’s Not Allowed

    • Please avoid bringing alcohol, large bags, or bulky luggage.

    • Pets are not permitted on the airboat for safety reasons.

    • Outside food or drinks are not allowed on-site.

    • Glass containers are strictly prohibited anywhere on the property.

    Accessibility

    • The experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    • Not suitable for guests with neck, back, or heart problems, or other serious medical conditions.

    • Pregnant travelers should refrain from participating.

    • Passengers must be able to board and exit the airboat on their own.

    Additional Information

    • Children under the age of 5 must be supervised by an adult and cannot ride independently.

    • Pickup services start about 75 minutes prior to tour time; missed pickups will not be rescheduled.

    • Hotel transfers are limited to select Downtown and French Quarter locations.

    • Tours proceed rain or shine—dress appropriately for the weather.

    • Separate bookings do not guarantee seats on the same boat.

    • Cab and rideshare options are unavailable in the Lafitte area; plan ahead.

    • Alligator sightings are frequent on warm, sunny days (above 65°F), though not assured.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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