Take a break from the hustle-bustle of New Orleans and escape to nature on this exhilarating, family-friendly airboat ride! Spot alligators, snakes, turtles, egrets and herons as you take a fast, fun ride over a tidewater cypress swamp close to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Admire moss-covered cypress and tupelo-gum trees as you explore bayous teeming with life and take advantage of incredible photo ops.
Th premium small-group tour is limited to 6 people, regular small airboat (up to 10 people) or large airboat (up to 30 people) to allow for better views of the wildlife.
Please note: If you book the self-drive option you will not receive hotel pickup. If you book the option with pickup, pickups will begin 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to tour time.
There are no rideshare or taxi services to this area. Gators are more commonly spotted in summer months.
Posted By : Sheron_B
The exceptionally hot was expected. But the boring and underwhelming was the disappointment. Half of the time with a lower price would be more appropriate, especially in the summer.
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Posted On : 2024-07-02 15:32:31 
Posted By : 52harpers
This is a must if you’re in the New Orleans area! Captain Larry was the best guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable and such a fun, engaged guide. When we make it back down, we will be sure to visit him again. He deserves a raise & donuts!!
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Posted On : 2024-07-02 11:46:49 
Posted By : Sean_U
We saw gators… up close… and it was great. Hot day, but the captain kept us moving and cool. The swamp was beautiful… Spanish moss and all. Highly recommend this tour!
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 10:15:22
Posted By : David_P
Great tour! Saw a bunch of gators and other wild life. For a minute, it was a little dicey as we were surrounded by these apex predators. Tour guide Christina was very knowledgeable and handled each gator with ease. Must do if you're in New Orleans!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 18:22:38
Posted By : K906PUstephens
The airboat ride was a fun adventure. We took a small bus from the French Quarter to Lafitte, LA for the airboat ride. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the trip more enjoyable. It was a very hot day and the shade was welcomed. We saw numerous alligators and birds as we rode through the swamps. It was a great trip and we would recommend it when you go to Louisiana. Oh, take a hat with you!! Drink plenty of water!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 16:40:46
Posted By : BackPacker536451
This was very adventurous. The whole family enjoyed seeing all the alligators, plants, and the boat ride. Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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Posted On : 2024-06-28 22:34:14
Posted By : dwightd676
My granddaughter chose the airboat trip over the pontoon boat ride for her 10th birthday during our trip to NOLA. I chose the small boat rather than the large boat for our group of 8. This was a great choice. Our guide, an older fellow, was aware of the 110-degree heat index and made the trip memorable and pleasurable. It was a wonderful experience and a highlight for our family. We took Uber from canal street to the dock saving around a third of the cost plus we had 2 great local drivers. Overall, a great experience.
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Posted On : 2024-06-28 09:16:28
Posted By : Stephanie_D
Seeing the alligators was a highlight. Would have liked to see more of them. Learned about the foliage, wildlife, waters, and area.
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 23:03:48
Posted By : Craig_E
Get Jay. He is great. Was personable. I would say he is an environmental person without the woke mentality
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 19:13:42
Posted By : Santea_B
Nice tour. Saw a lot of alligators and our guide was a funny guy who gave a lot of informations. Would recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-06-26 14:17:06
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