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    Explore New Orleans City & Airboat Swamp Tour

    See New Orleans highlights, then ride a 16-passenger airboat with property pickup

    4.8 stars• 4.7K reviews
    From$152/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    About 7.5 hours

    Includes

    Hotel pick-up, Guide, Airboat

    Highlights

    Cover more in one day with a guided New Orleans city and Hurricane Katrina-focused tour, then head to the swamp for a fast-paced airboat ride with stops for photos.

    • Ride an air-conditioned mini-bus for a 3-hour city and Hurricane Katrina tour
    • Learn about Creole history and culture with a licensed tour guide
    • Transfer to a 16-passenger airboat for an educational swamp tour and high-speed ride
    • Spot local swamp wildlife like birds, snakes, turtles, and alligators
    • Use the on-site snack and souvenir shop before the swamp tour dock departure

    What's Included

    • Ground transportation
    • Property pickup
    • Licensed tour guide
    • Hearing protection

    Things to know

    Children must be at least 48 inches tall to sit and wear a seat belt on the airboat. Pregnant women and guests with neck or back problems cannot participate. Airboats are open boats, 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.

    FAQs

    Skip the airboat if you are pregnant or if you have neck or back problems.

    Yes. Children must be at least 48 inches tall to sit and wear a seat belt on the airboat.

    Airboats are open boats. If it rains, you will get wet.

    Experience provided by Louisiana Tour Company
    Experience provided by Louisiana Tour Company

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    Adult

    $152.85

    Ages 13+

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    Junior

    $126.65

    Ages 4-12 • Must be at least 48" tall

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    4.7K reviews•Google Maps

    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

    Great time with Captain Jason! He showed us a lot of hotspots for the alligators and explained some of the history and local stories around them. Overall an amazing experience that left us with some great memories!

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    Nat M

    April 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great time with Captain Jason! He showed us a lot of hotspots for the alligators and explained some of the history and local stories around them. Overall an amazing experience that left us with some great memories!

    Photo of Nat M

    Nat M

    April 5, 2026

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