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Small-Group Swamp Tour by Airboat with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

Small-Group Swamp Tour by Airboat with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

Overview

Experience the other Swamp Tour in New Orleans. This destination is only 35 minutes from New Orleans yet a world apart. Hold onto your hat! This New Orleans airboat tour is a high speed adventure that is part tour and part ride. This boat has a maximum of nine passengers to ensure a small, personal and uncrowded experience.

City: New Orleans

Mon 30 Jun

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Starting at $115.00

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Mon 30 Jun

Starting at $115.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

1 hour and 40 minute airboat tour

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All children must be at least 48 inches
When traveling with multiple passengers, you must make one booking with all passengers to insure that you are on the same boat. If you did not book together, you are not guaranteed to be together.
Due to safety concerns, pregnant women are not allowed on this tour

What To Expect

New Orleans

Your experience starts with hotel pick-up in New Orleans. Travel along the river to reach your destination in the swamps.

Barataria Preserve

On this tour you will experience the best of both worlds: a swamp tour and an airboat ride. You will travel at high speeds in the airboat then slow down and stop for pictures. Along the way, you will get a personal tour by your local Captain. These airboats have stadium seating so the person in front of you does not obstruct your view. Every seat is great for viewing the wildlife. Yes, gators will get close - real close! Alligators do hibernate in the colder months, but the experienced captains know where to look for them. On average, during the winter, you have better than a 50/50 chance of seeing a gator. In the warmer months, you will always see a gator. You may also see bald eagles, pelicans, osprey, or owls. Airboats reach speeds of up to 35 miles an hour, and are propelled by a huge fan that will blow air from the back of the boat in excess of 200 miles an hour. These tours are truly a blast! They ride in inches of water and go places where traditional boats cannot go.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Ericka_C

Mar 2025

I absolutely enjoyed my time on the tour. We saw a bunch of alligators and a few huge ones. My favorite part was getting to hold a baby alligator. Would definitely go again, make sure you bring a jacket and eyewear.

Kent_S

Mar 2025

This was a fantastic experience. It exceeded my expectations and the expectation was already pretty high. Our captain/tour guide was Jason and he was extremely knowledgeable and interactive. 😀

Brandy_B

Mar 2025

Fun, and Educational!! Our guide was amazing! If you’re thinking about not doing this…think again. Worst mistake you can do is compare to the Everglades. If you’ve done the Everglades, and think they are all the same, then book this tour. You won’t be disappointed.