• New Orleans - Travel approximately 30 miles (48 km) along the Mississippi River to reach the airboat departure point from your New Orleans hotel. Depending on your chosen option, you can board a large airboat accommodating 15 to 25 passengers or opt for a smaller airboat with a capacity of six to eight passengers for a more intimate and personalized experience.
• Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve - Embark on a 1 hour and 45-minute tour through a 20,000-acre (8,095-hectare) expanse of tidewater cypress swamp near the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. The airboat, powered by an aircraft propeller, ensures a swift and smooth journey through the shallow marshes. Enjoy the breeze as you glide into bayous lined with moss-covered cypress and tupelo-gum trees.

Expect to see numerous alligators during the warmer months (and on warmer days in winter), some basking on rocks! The guide might even feed the alligators, providing fantastic photo opportunities. Keep an eye out for turtles, snakes, egrets, herons, and ibis. You might also spot a hawk, owl, or bald eagle. In cooler months, watch for white-tailed deer, raccoons, and the large rodents known as nutria.

Don’t miss the indoor exhibits featuring alligators, including a rare albino alligator.

Note: This tour does not include hotel pick-up or drop-off unless the option is selected at checkout.

• Local guide
• Private airboat ride
• Roundtrip transportation (if added on after purchase)
• Small storage space under seat
• Ear protection
• Unobstructed views

• Food and drinks (gift shop and bar available on site)
• Gratuities

Embark on an exhilarating airboat journey through Louisiana’s wild bayou, ideal for families and nature enthusiasts. Navigate the cypress swamps near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park with a knowledgeable local guide who provides fascinating insights into the unique ecosystem. Delight in the thrill of observing alligators, turtles, and a variety of birds amidst the stunning scenery. Opt for either small or large airboats for a personalized experience, with tours available in both the morning and afternoon. Convenient hotel pickup ensures this is an easy addition to your New Orleans travel plans.

• Enjoy private small-group tours on a 10-passenger airboat
• Choose from downtown New Orleans pickup or self-drive options
• Witness alligators, turtles, and diverse wildlife in their natural environment
• 2 to 4 hours of adventure suitable for all ages, led by expert guides
• Operates in all weather conditions (sunny or rainy); please dress appropriately
• Minimum age is 5 years
• Reservations booked separately will NOT be guaranteed to be on the same boat
• Taxi & Ride Share services not available in our area
• We offer a full refund in case of inclement weather that is unsafe to operate tours (lightening/ thunderstorms/ high wind). We still operate in the rain.

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