Sightseeing Cruises
From New Orleans: Large Airboat Swamp Tour





Duration
3 hrs 45 mins
Guided tour
Transfers available
- Race across Louisiana swamps and bayous on a high-speed airboat, reaching hidden marsh channels only this craft can access, with round-trip transport.
- Check in at the Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. beside the Mississippi River, behind JAX Brewery, before departing to the swamp.
- Glide through Barataria Basin wetlands and waterways near the village of Jean Lafitte, watching raccoons, native birds, and nutria in their habitat.
- Ride in a large airboat for 15-27 passengers as a native guide-captain shares stories of swamp life, then visit the live albino alligators exhibit.
- Swamp, bayou, Barataria Basin high-speed ride
- Large airboat for 15-27 passengers
- Commentary from native tour guide-captain
- Round-trip transportation
- Access marshland only reachable by airboat
- Meet wildlife in their swamp habitat
- Live albino alligators exhibit visit
- Food and drinks
- A variety of snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available for purchase at the swamp
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What to bring
- Voucher: Display your barcoded mobile voucher at the Lighthouse Ticket Office 15 minutes before your tour time.
- Photo ID: Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your voucher if requested.
- Clothing: Wear comfortable, casual attire suited to the weather, as you may get wet on the airboat.
- Footwear: Wear secure, closed-toe shoes suitable for a wet, windy boat ride.
- Sun protection: Bring sunglasses to protect your eyes from sun and water glare.
- Rain gear: Bring a poncho or jacket, or purchase a poncho at the swamp if rain is expected.
What's not allowed
- Pets: Pets and service animals are not allowed on the airboat for the animal's safety.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: Not wheelchair accessible, and all guests must board the airboat without staff assistance.
- Strollers: Strollers are not permitted on this tour.
Additional information
- Minimum age: The minimum age is 5 years, and children are not permitted to sit on laps.
- Health conditions: This tour is not recommended for guests with neck, back, or heart issues, or for pregnant travelers.
- Weather policy: The tour operates rain or shine, and in severe weather it may be shortened, postponed, or moved to a covered boat.
- Snacks and drinks: Snacks and beverages, including non-alcoholic and alcoholic options, are available for purchase at the swamp.
- Departure point: Check in at the Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, behind JAX Brewery.
- Dock location: All tours depart from the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock at 400 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70130.
- Arrival time: Arrive at the Lighthouse Ticket Office at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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