New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour
Delve into the atmospheric beauty of New Orleans’ vast swamplands on an exciting 2-hour small-group tour by airboat. With a knowledgeable guide, cruise past fascinating flora and fauna, scouring the picturesque scenery for sightings of alligators and other rare creatures. Experience the exhilaration of traveling at high velocity as your driver alternates between gentle cruising and high-speed bursts. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 9 passengers.
Highlights
- ✓2-hour small-group airboat tour of the swamps surrounding New Orleans
- ✓Cruise the atmospheric waterways in search of ferocious alligators
- ✓Learn about the area’s fascinating flora and fauna from your professional guide
- ✓Alternate between high-speed bursts and gentle cruising in order to capture fantastic photographs during regular stops
- ✓Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour, limited to only 9 passengers
What you'll see & do
- ✓Travel along the Mississippi River and arrive at the departure location in Marrero, a 35 minute drive outside of New Orleans. You will be introduced to your captain and briefed quickly on procedure inside of the Airboat. Once everyone in the group is prepared to take off you captain will rev the engine. This particular airport is powered by a 454 Chevy Engine that's capable of accelerating to speeds as high as 35 miles per hour. The boat is propelled by a large fan behind the boat which can deliver wind speeds of over 200 miles per hour. This tour is fast and loud! Your tour guide will take you around the swamp and make frequent stops for you to have encounters with the wildlife. Chances are you'll probably have some reptilian visitors. The alligators have no problems making their way to the side of the boat and showing off for the visitors. After the tour of the swamp is complete you will be returned to the original departure location to make your way back to New Orleans.
- ✓From New Orleans
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Safety Flotation Jackets
- ✓Small group swamp airboat tour
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All children must be at least 48 inches
When traveling with multiple passengers, you must make one booking with all passengers to insure that you are on the same boat. If you did not book together, you are not guaranteed to be together.
Due to safety concerns, pregnant women are not allowed on this tour
Please note you are not guaranteed to see a gator. They hibernate in winter months but are easily spotted in spring, summer, and fall.
Service animals are permitted but not recommended due to the volume of noise on the boat and threats of surrounding wildlife.
Emotional support animals are not permitted.
Airboats are not handicapped accessible. There are no lifts or ramps available for use. Guests must be able to get on or off of the boat themselves or with the help of someone in their party.
Please plan to arrive 20 minutes prior to departure time.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour
Delve into the atmospheric beauty of New Orleans’ vast swamplands on an exciting 2-hour small-group tour by airboat. With a knowledgeable guide, cruise past fascinating flora and fauna, scouring the picturesque scenery for sightings of alligators and other rare creatures. Experience the exhilaration of traveling at high velocity as your driver alternates between gentle cruising and high-speed bursts. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 9 passengers.
Highlights
- ✓2-hour small-group airboat tour of the swamps surrounding New Orleans
- ✓Cruise the atmospheric waterways in search of ferocious alligators
- ✓Learn about the area’s fascinating flora and fauna from your professional guide
- ✓Alternate between high-speed bursts and gentle cruising in order to capture fantastic photographs during regular stops
- ✓Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour, limited to only 9 passengers
What you'll see & do
- ✓Travel along the Mississippi River and arrive at the departure location in Marrero, a 35 minute drive outside of New Orleans. You will be introduced to your captain and briefed quickly on procedure inside of the Airboat. Once everyone in the group is prepared to take off you captain will rev the engine. This particular airport is powered by a 454 Chevy Engine that's capable of accelerating to speeds as high as 35 miles per hour. The boat is propelled by a large fan behind the boat which can deliver wind speeds of over 200 miles per hour. This tour is fast and loud! Your tour guide will take you around the swamp and make frequent stops for you to have encounters with the wildlife. Chances are you'll probably have some reptilian visitors. The alligators have no problems making their way to the side of the boat and showing off for the visitors. After the tour of the swamp is complete you will be returned to the original departure location to make your way back to New Orleans.
- ✓From New Orleans
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Safety Flotation Jackets
- ✓Small group swamp airboat tour
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All children must be at least 48 inches
When traveling with multiple passengers, you must make one booking with all passengers to insure that you are on the same boat. If you did not book together, you are not guaranteed to be together.
Due to safety concerns, pregnant women are not allowed on this tour
Please note you are not guaranteed to see a gator. They hibernate in winter months but are easily spotted in spring, summer, and fall.
Service animals are permitted but not recommended due to the volume of noise on the boat and threats of surrounding wildlife.
Emotional support animals are not permitted.
Airboats are not handicapped accessible. There are no lifts or ramps available for use. Guests must be able to get on or off of the boat themselves or with the help of someone in their party.
Please plan to arrive 20 minutes prior to departure time.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.