New Orleans Large Airboat Ride
1.5 hours
New Orleans, USA
About this activity
Experience the Louisiana bayou outside of New Orleans on this airboat ride near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Learn about the historic swampland, a short ride outside the city, teeming with wildlife through your guide’s commentary.
Highlights
- Multiple departure times and transportation options
- Learn about the swamp’s history, environment, & wildlife from your guide
- Airboats allow access to even the shallowest parts of the swamp
Full description
When booking, customize this tour to fit your schedule. You can choose from morning or afternoon departures; self-drive to the town of Lafitte; or bus pickup at your New Orleans hotel. Once you arrive at the launch site, step aboard your large airboat (max 30 passengers). Hold on to your seat as the fast, light boat takes off through the tidewater cypress swamp, which borders Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. The flat-bottom airboat allows access to even the shallowest of water, where many tidal birds and swamp creatures make their homes. Your guide narrates the sights, such as tupelo-gum trees and cypress trees covered with moss, as you whip through the water. Learn about the bayou’s native creatures, such as nutria, snakes, turtles, and alligators. Back in Lafitte, stop by the albino alligator exhibit or grab some food before leaving.
Included / Excluded
- Airboat Swamp Tour
- Local guide
- Hotel drop-off (If tour option with Transport is selected at the time of booking.)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
Start Location
Airboat Adventures, Fleming Park Road, Lafitte, LA, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- Reservations booked separately will not be guaranteed to be on the same boat
- Minimum age is 5 years for airboat products
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Know before you go
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
- Airboats are not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.