Private New Orleans Airboat Adventure
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- Duration
- 1h 45min
- Price from
- $450 / person
Venture into the wild bayou of Louisiana on this thrilling airboat ride, perfect for families and nature lovers alike. Glide through the cypress swamps near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park, guided by a local expert who shares insights on the unique ecosystem. Experience the excitement of spotting alligators, turtles, and various birds while enjoying the beauty of the lush scenery. Choose between small or large airboats for an intimate adventure, with both morning and afternoon tours available. Pickup from your hotel is convenient, making this an easy addition to your New Orleans itinerary. - Private small-group tours on a 10 passenger airboat - Pickup from downtown New Orleans or self-drive options available - See alligators, turtles, and diverse wildlife in their natural habitat - 2 to 4 hours of adventure tailored for all ages, with expert guides
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:02 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Drive-out along the Mississippi River approximately 30 miles (48 km) to the embarkation point of your airboat from your New Orleans hotel. Depending on the option you selected, board a large airboat holding 15 to 25 passengers or a small airboat limited to six to eight passengers for a more intimate, personalized experience.
Set out on a 1 hour and 45 minute tour on a 20,000-acre (8,095-hectare) tract of tidewater cypress swamp close to the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Your airboat is powered by an aircraft propeller to allow a fast, fluid trip through the shallow marshes. Feel the wind on your face as you zip into bayous lined with mossy cypress and tupelo-gum trees. Prepare to see plenty of alligators in the warmer months (and warmer days in winter), some of which may be out sunning themselves on rocks! Your guide may even feed the gators, affording amazing photo opportunities. Keep your eyes open for turtles, snakes, egrets, herons and ibis. You may even catch sight of a hawk, owl or bald eagle. In the cooler months, look for white-tailed deer, raccoons and the large rodents known as nutria. Be sure to check out the indoor exhibits of alligators, including an albino alligator. Note: This tour does not include hotel pick-up or drop-off unless option selected at checkout.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private New Orleans Airboat Adventure lasts about 1h 45min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $450 per person for this New Orleans experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:45 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Please turn right on Texas Street (the next right), not Fleming Park Rd to enter the facility. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 10 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Airboat Adventures.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private New Orleans Airboat Adventure | 1h 45min | 3.9 (7) | $450 | |
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