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    Airboat Swamp Tour From Downtown New Orleans

    Ride a 9-passenger airboat and explore shallow swamp areas in about 4 hours

    4.9 stars• 9K reviews

    Duration

    4 hours total

    Includes

    Hotel pickup, Airboat tour

    Highlights

    Explore the swamp on a small 9-passenger airboat that can reach shallow areas traditional boats cannot. Your experience takes about 4 hours total, including round-trip drive time.

    • Ride a small 9-passenger airboat built for shallow water
    • Reach swamp areas that are inaccessible by foot or car
    • Travel with round-trip transportation from the property
    • Choose from several morning and afternoon pickup windows
    • Bring a camera to capture the ride

    What's Included

    • Round-trip transportation from the property
    • Hearing protection

    Things to know

    Children must be at least 48" tall to sit and wear a seat belt. Pregnant travelers and people with neck or back problems cannot participate. Airboat tours are in an open boat, so you may get wet if it rains.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

    Product ID: S2S4MA

    FAQs

    Do not join if you are pregnant or if you have neck or back problems.

    Children must be at least 48" tall to sit and wear a seat belt.

    The airboat ride is in an open boat, so you may get wet if it rains. In inclement weather, the airboat tour may be shortened or replaced with a covered tourboat swamp tour.

    Meeting details

    9706 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072, US

    Experience provided by Louisiana Tour Company

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    Adult

    $125.56

    Ages 18+

    0

    Junior

    $125.56

    Ages 17 and Under • Must be at least 48" tall

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    The guides here absolutely steal the show. Captain Dewey gets rave reviews for knowing exactly where to find gators and having names for each one, while Captain Ernie stands out for his storytelling and making guests comfortable around alligators. Kenny and Captain Bebop also earn enthusiastic shoutouts for their humor and deep knowledge of the swamp ecosystem. The pattern is clear: these aren't just boat drivers, they're passionate locals who genuinely love what they do. Expect to see plenty of alligators even during cooler months, and you'll likely get hands-on time holding a young gator. Reviewers consistently mention learning fascinating details about bayou wildlife and the local ecosystem. The logistics run smoothly too, with reliable pickup and drop-off service. Multiple visitors call this the highlight of their New Orleans trip, which says a lot considering the competition in that city. The combination of knowledgeable guides, wildlife sightings, and an authentic swamp experience makes this a winner for families and couples alike.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Fantastic Trip, thanks to Kenny we’ve enjoyed our ride and saw some fantastic animals!

    Photo of Meier Manuel

    Meier Manuel

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Fantastic Trip, thanks to Kenny we’ve enjoyed our ride and saw some fantastic animals!

    Photo of Meier Manuel

    Meier Manuel

    September 1, 2026

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