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New Orleans Airboat Ride

4.5 (3728)
Lafitte, US
4.5 (3728)
Lafitte, US
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Escape the hustle and bustle of New Orleans and immerse yourself in a thrilling airboat ride through the enchanting cypress swamps of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Feel the wind on your face as you zip through the shallow marshes, surrounded by moss-covered trees and abundant wildlife. Spot alligators, snakes, turtles, egrets, and herons in their natural habitat. Your experienced guide will even feed the gators, creating incredible photo opportunities. Keep your eyes peeled for hawks, owls, and bald eagles soaring above, or catch a glimpse of a white-tailed deer or raccoon. This small-group tour ensures better views of the wildlife and offers a truly personalized experience. Don't miss the chance to explore this hidden gem of nature just a short drive away from the city. Book your New Orleans airboat ride now and embark on an unforgettable adventure.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours - 4 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Exhilarating airboat ride through cypress swamp
  • Spot alligators, snakes, turtles, and herons
  • Incredible photo opportunities in scenic bayous
  • Limited group size for better wildlife views
  • Close proximity to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park
  • Local guide
  • Airboat ride
  • Small storage space under seat
  • Roundtrip transportation (if option with transport is selected at time of booking.)
  • Ear protection
  • Unobstructed views
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks (gift shop and bar available on site)

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Introduction

Escape the busy streets of New Orleans and immerse yourself in an unforgettable adventure with the exhilarating New Orleans Airboat Ride. This family-friendly tour allows you to get up close and personal with nature as you explore the stunning tidewater cypress swamp near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. From the moment you step onto the airboat, you'll be transported to a world of breathtaking beauty and abundant wildlife.

What to expect?

During this thrilling tour, you can expect to spot a variety of fascinating creatures, including alligators, snakes, turtles, egrets, and herons. As you zipline through the bayous, you'll have plenty of opportunities to capture incredible photos of the moss-covered cypress and tupelo-gum trees that line the waterways. The tour duration can range from 120 to 240 minutes, ensuring you have ample time to soak in the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem.

Who is this for?

The New Orleans Airboat Ride is perfect for anyone seeking a thrilling and educational experience in nature. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a wildlife lover, or a family looking for an adventure, this tour caters to a wide range of interests and age groups. The small-group tour option, limited to six people, ensures a more intimate and personalized experience, while the larger airboat options accommodate up to 30 people for a larger group adventure.

Why book this?

With its unique selling points and advantages, the New Orleans Airboat Ride guarantees an unforgettable experience. Feel the wind on your face as you zip through the shallow marshes on an airboat powered by an aircraft propeller. Marvel at the abundance of alligators, turtles, snakes, and various bird species that call this swamp home. Capture stunning photos of the picturesque landscape and get an up-close look at the mesmerizing moss-covered trees. This tour offers a thrilling and educational adventure for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Good to know

When booking the New Orleans Airboat Ride, please note that if you choose the self-drive option, hotel pickup is not included. However, if you opt for the pickup service, the pickups will begin 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to the tour time. Be sure to check out the indoor exhibits of alligators, including an albino alligator, for a unique and educational experience.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced the New Orleans Airboat Ride rave about the incredible wildlife sightings, knowledgeable guides, and exhilarating ride. Many have praised the personalized experience and the opportunity to learn about the diverse ecosystem of the cypress swamp. Overall, the tour has received high praise for its ability to provide an unforgettable and captivating adventure in the heart of nature.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Mississippi River

(Pass by)

Drive-out along the Mississippi River approximately 30 miles (48 km) to the embarkation point of your airboat from your New Orleans hotel. Depending on the option you selected, board a large airboat holding 15 to 25 passengers or a small airboat limited to six to eight passengers for a more intimate, personalized experience.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

Set out on a 1 hour and 45 minute tour on a 20,000-acre (8,095-hectare) tract of tidewater cypress swamp close to the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Your airboat is powered by an aircraft propeller to allow a fast, fluid trip through the shallow marshes. Feel the wind on your face as you zip into bayous lined with mossy cypress and tupelo-gum trees. Prepare to see plenty of alligators in the warmer months (and warmer days in winter), some of which may be out sunning themselves on rocks! Your guide may even feed the gators, affording amazing photo opportunities. Keep your eyes open for turtles, snakes, egrets, herons and ibis. You may even catch sight of a hawk, owl or bald eagle. In the cooler months, look for white-tailed deer, raccoons and the large rodents known as nutria. Be sure to check out the indoor exhibits of alligators, including an albino alligator. Note: This tour does not include hotel pick-up or drop-off unless option selected at checkout.

Reviews

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4.5 (3728)

Dena_P

So much fun! Never knew alligators like marshmallows! Our guide was knowledgeable of the changing seasons of the bayou and as well as the life cycle of alligators. alligators

Andrew_R

Our tour guide was very informative and experienced. Highly recommend this tour. The pickup and dropoff transportation was easy and convenient.

Kaci_C

Guide was great! Tour was good. Do not understand why we did not have shuttle service:( that was a challenge! Otherwise great.

Trude_P

I was nice to see the swap and its beauty with alligators roaming around. Wish we saw more wildlife.

aec0413

We had a great time with Captain Steve. His knowledge of the area is incredible. We saw lots of gators, turtles, a raccoon, and learned about the local environment. His boat handing skills made this a comfortable fun adventure.

Eric_S

This experience is a must do when in New Orleans! From the shuttle service to our fantastic guild on the airboat , everything was perfection! Saw so many gators!! Didn’t disappoint and would highly recommend!!

Maripat_G

Captain Danny was fun and very informative. Beautiful setting to travel through. Lots of gator activity! No crowds.

Lydiadezordo

This was a wonderful trip. The guide was knowledgeable and fun. So beautiful and relaxing. We loved seeing alligators and raccoons.

Shelly_S

It was very interesting and informative, we saw tons of gators and our guide was awesome! Fabulous!it was easy to get to, we left on time, plenty of bathrooms, lots of information.

Tammy_S

The captain was amazing. Made it so fun and interesting. Lots of history. Loved the gators and swamp. Beautiful. Thrilling when the gators jumped up to get marshmallows/
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