Sightseeing Cruises
From New Orleans: Small Airboat Swamp Tour in Barataria Basin





Duration
3 hrs 45 mins
Guided tour
Transfers available
- Race across Barataria Basin on an airboat that slips into marshland, mixing high-speed thrills with access to hidden backwater channels.
- Check in at the Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. by the Mississippi at Steamboat Natchez dock, then ride round-trip to the Barataria Basin.
- Glide through swamps, bayous, and waterways of the Barataria Basin as you look for raccoons, native birds, and nutria in the wild.
- Share the ride with 6 to 12 guests as a native captain narrates swamp life, then visit the live albino alligators exhibit and Jean Lafitte.
- Thrilling airboat ride through the swamp, bayou, marshland, and open waterways of the Barataria Basin, including marshland only accessible by airboat
- Professional native captain guide with live commentary
- Round-trip transportation
- See alligators, raccoons, native birds, and nutria
- Visit to the live albino alligators exhibit and the historic fishing village of Jean Lafitte
- Small airboat for 6 to 12 passengers
- Food and drinks
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What to bring
- Voucher: Display your barcoded voucher as your ticket at the Lighthouse Ticket Office 15 minutes before your tour time.
- Clothing: Wear comfortable, casual attire suitable for the weather, as this is an outdoor airboat tour.
- Rain protection: Bring your own rain gear if desired, or you can purchase ponchos at the swamp.
- Sunglasses: Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sun and water glare.
- Expectation: Be prepared to get wet during the airboat ride, especially in windy or rainy conditions.
What's not allowed
- Age requirement: Children under 5 years are not allowed on this tour.
- Lap seating: Every child must have their own seat, and no child is allowed to sit on a lap.
- Strollers: Strollers are not allowed on the airboat or during boarding.
- Pets: Pets are not permitted on this tour.
- Service animals: Service animals are not allowed on the airboat for the animal's safety.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: Not wheelchair accessible, and boarding requires guests to get on the airboat without staff assistance.
Additional information
- Meeting point: Check in at the Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River behind JAX Brewery.
- Departure point: All tours and cruises depart from the Steamboat Natchez dock at 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130.
- Boarding ability: All passengers must be able to board the airboat independently without staff assistance.
- Health advisory: This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with neck, back, or heart problems.
- Weather policy: The tour operates rain or shine, but in severe weather it may be shortened, postponed, or moved to a similar covered boat tour.
- Snacks and drinks: Snacks and beverages, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, are available for purchase at the swamp.
- Ride conditions: Expect a fast, outdoor ride where you may get wet due to speed, spray, or changing weather.
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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