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If you’ve chosen a tour with transportation, sit back and relax as you’re picked up from your select hotel and driven straight to the bayou. It’s a seamless, worry-free start to your adventure.
Hop aboard a high-speed airboat and feel the rush as you zip through narrow waterways and open marshes. The wind in your hair and the roar of the engine set the tone for an exhilarating swamp experience.
Get up close, safely!, to Louisiana’s most famous resident, the American alligator. Watch these powerful reptiles glide through the water or sunbathe on the banks as your guide shares insights into their behavior. Don’t miss the indoor alligator exhibits, where you can even spot a rare albino alligator, before heading back to downtown New Orleans.
The bayous are teeming with life beyond gators. Keep your eyes open for turtles, snakes, raccoons, egrets, great blue herons, owls, wild boars, and even the majestic bald eagle soaring overhead.
Cruise through Honey Island Swamp, one of Louisiana’s most untouched wetland areas. With moss-draped cypress trees and mirror-like waters, it’s a breathtaking reminder of nature’s quiet power and mystery.
Whether you’re on a small, premium airboat or a leisurely pontoon cruise, every tour promises a mix of excitement, education, and genuine Southern charm, making this one of New Orleans’ most memorable adventures.
Your knowledgeable captain brings the swamp to life with fascinating stories about Cajun culture, local traditions, and the history of the area, including tales of Jean Lafitte, the infamous pirate who once hid out in these waters.
Spot Louisiana’s most famous resident, the American alligator. Watch these powerful reptiles glide through the water or sunbathe along the banks as your guide shares fascinating facts about their behavior and habitat. Make sure to check out alligator exhibits on your way, with a chance to spot a rare albino alligator!
The swamp tours are located about 35–40 minutes from the French Quarter. It’s an easy drive, but since rideshare and cab services don’t operate in the area, it’s best to book a tour that includes round-trip transportation.
Yes, all tours offer round-trip transportation option from select New Orleans hotels.
Meals are not included, but you can grab snacks, ice cream, and drinks at the Airboat Adventures Gift Shop, or dine nearby at local restaurants like Jan’s Cajun Restaurant or Pho Bayou.
A standard swamp tour lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes, while combo tour, Oak Alley Plantation, take around 7.5 hours total, including transportation.
Wildlife sightings vary with the season and weather, but your guides know the best spots for animal activity. Even if alligators are hiding, you’ll still enjoy the scenic beauty, Cajun storytelling, and swamp ecology insights.
Alligators are most active in spring, summer, and early fall when the weather is warm.
Yes, airboat tours follow strict safety guidelines. All guests wear life jackets, receive a safety briefing, and are guided by licensed, experienced captains.
Yes, children aged 5 and above who are at least 48 inches tall are welcome.
Bug spray is not provided, so it’s best to bring your own insect repellent, especially in warmer months when mosquitoes are most active.
The Small Airboat Swamp Tour accommodates up to 10 passengers, the Premium Small Airboat Tour carries 6 passengers, and the Large Airboat Swamp Tour holds up to 30 passengers.
Absolutely, but keep them secure, as airboats travel at a high speed and items can easily fall overboard.
Yes, tipping your captain or guide is customary and appreciated if you enjoyed your experience.
Yes, tours operate year-round, rain or shine. Wildlife activity varies by season, but tours are only canceled or rescheduled if conditions are unsafe.
Intimate airboat tour for up to 10 passengers, offering a personalized wildlife and swamp experience.
Inclusions
1 hr 45 min airboat ride through 20,000 acres of swamp
Expert airboat captains/guides certified by the US Coast Guard
Small airboat up to 10 passengers
Ear protection
Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Downtown/French Quarter, New Orleans (as per option selected)
Premium small airboat up to 6 passengers (as per option selected)
Exclusions
High-speed airboat adventure through Louisiana’s wild swamps with guaranteed wildlife thrills.
Inclusions
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)
Exclusions
Combine a private swamp adventure with a historic plantation tour in one seamless experience.
Inclusions
Round-trip transportation from New Orleans
Live narration from a guide
Admission to Oak Alley Plantation
Guided tour of Oak Alley Plantation “Big House”
Self-guided plantation grounds access
Narrated swamp pontoon boat ride
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
