New Orleans Airboat Tours

Immerse yourself in the mystique and serenity of the Louisiana bayou with an exhilarating airboat tour. New Orleans airboat tours take you into the heart of the bayou, where you'll have the chance to encounter diverse wildlife such as alligators, turtles, herons, and a host of other species. Knowledgeable captains will navigate the waterways while providing captivating insights into the culture and history of the Crescent City. Whether you're a a couple seeking a romantic day on the water or a family looking for a unique adventure, airboat tours in New Orleans cater to all ages and interests, and are sure to deliver an unforgettable experience.

Read more

Featured Airboat Tours in New Orleans

Sorting:
Best Match
Dec 10 - Dec 16
Narrow your search
Cruise Only
Restroom
Captain Included
7-12 passenger
21-40 passenger
Half Day Trip (if duration 3-6 hour)
Kid Friendly
Morning Departure (5am-11:59am)
Afternoon Departure (12pm-4:49pm)
image-7104
image-1743
image-7105
image-7104
image-1743

New Orleans Large Airboat Adventure

224 ratings
2 Hrs.
Prepare for some excitement in the swamps with a [New Orleans](https://www.tripshock.com/attractions/New-Orleans/) Large Airboat Adventure! Take part in a thrilling inside view into the wild bayous and backwater of south Louisiana. Inhabited by massive alligators and other marshland creatures like snapping turtles, wild hogs, raccoons, and more, there is never a dull moment! Floating on a large airboat, surrounded by the beautiful cypress trees covered in Spanish moss makes travelers appreciate the fierce beauty of this unique ecosystem. Book your adventure today!
Read more
image-7981
image-1816
image-7982
image-7981
image-1816

Barataria Swamp Large Airboat Tour

49 ratings
1.5 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Half high-speed airboat ride and half rugged Louisiana swamp tour, get up close to wild alligators on this Barataria Swamp Large Airboat Tour. Cruise through the beautiful Louisiana cypress swamps, less than a 30-minute drive from the French Quarter. Step outside the normal tourist hotspots in favor of some rest, relaxation, and wild adventure in the Louisiana backcountry. Book your tour today!
Read more
image-3615-543
image-3615
image-3615-549
image-3615-543
image-3615

Large Airboat Tour with Optional Transport From New Orleans

34 ratings
1.5 - 2 Hrs.
Zoom through the bayous and marshlands on this airboat tour and make some Cajun memories to last a lifetime! Each tour varies according to the mood of the area's wildlife. You may see American alligators, bald eagles, raccoons, wild boars, turtles, and numerous bird species. Witness majestic live oak trees draped in mysterious Spanish moss, black willow trees, swamp red maples, wild iris, and spider lilies. While on the tour, your captain will tell the stories of the swamp and show you just how the locals live. By the end of the tour, you will be planning your next adventure!
Read more
image-3614-843
image-3614
image-3614-986
image-3614-843
image-3614

Small Airboat Tour

15 ratings
1.5 - 2 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Zoom through the bayous and marshlands on this small airboat tour and make some Cajun memories to last a lifetime! Each tour varies according to the mood of the area wildlife. You may see American alligators, bald eagles, raccoons, wild boars, turtles, snakes, and numerous bird species. Witness majestic live oak trees draped in mysterious Spanish moss, black willow trees, swamp red maples, wild iris, and spider lilies. While on the tour, your captain will tell the stories of the swamp and show you just how the locals live. Book your spot today!
Read more
image-7975
image-1830
image-7987
image-7975
image-1830

Oak Alley Plantation & Airboat Combo Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

22 ratings
9 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Take in the beauty, history, and culture of Oak Alley Plantation, then take a ride on the wild side aboard an awesome airboat! Visit the beautiful Oak Alley Plantation, a Greek revival plantation with a magnificent alley of 28 evenly spaced oak trees. Browse the plantation grounds, gift shop, and stop for lunch! After, choose between a 6 or 16-passenger airboat and zoom through the swamps and bayous! Experience it all on this amazing combo tour! Book today!
Read more
Booked 2 times in last 48 hrs
image-3515-715
image-3515
image-3515-969
image-3515-715
image-3515

Oak Alley Plantation & Airboat Swamp Tour Combo

3 ratings
7.5 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Step back through time to learn of the untold history of Oak Alley on this combo plantation and swamp boat tour. Escape busy New Orleans for a scenic drive along the fertile farmland of the Mississippi on the way to stunning Oak Alley for a guided tour of the grand mansion. No trip to New Orleans would be complete without a swamp tour so let your driver/guide entertain you and learn a little about local history along the way. Cross over the intercoastal waterway, the largest man-made waterway in the world. Book your combo tour today!
Read more
image-4490-811
image-4490
image-4490-895
image-4490-811
image-4490

Small Airboat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

1 rating
4 Hrs.
Half high-speed airboat ride and half rugged Louisiana swamp tour, get up close to wild alligators on this Small Airboat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans. Cruise through the beautiful Louisiana cypress swamps, less than a 30-minute drive from the French Quarter. Step outside the normal tourist hotspots in favor of some rest, relaxation, and wild adventure in the Louisiana backcountry. Book your tour today!
Read more
image-4483-824
image-4483
image-4483-954
image-4483-824
image-4483

Airboat & Plantation Combo Tour

Be the first to review!
7 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Experience the best of both worlds with an Airboat & Plantation Combo Tour. Take in the historical beauty of Oak Alley or Laura Plantation, your choice, as a knowledgeable guide takes you through the grounds and the mansion. Enjoy a combination of the plantation beauty, history, and culture mixed with an informative swamp tour and high-speed thrill ride. Journey through the bayous and marshlands and keep your eyes open for the cajun wildlife. Alligators, bald eagles, raccoons, wild boars, turtles, snakes, and numerous bird species are all lurking in the bayou. Don't miss out, book today!
Read more
image-3868-794
image-3868
image-3868-948
image-3868-794
image-3868

New Orleans Small Airboat Adventure

2 ratings
2 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Venture beyond Bourbon Street to see the real Louisiana bayou. Prepare for some excitement in the swamps and see the iconic swamps on this kid-friendly, family-friendly small airboat adventure! Get a thrilling insider's view into the wild backwaters of south Louisiana. Inhabited by alligators and other marshland creatures like snapping turtles, wild hogs, raccoons, and more, there is never a dull moment! Being surrounded by the beautiful cypress trees covered in Spanish moss makes travelers appreciate the fierce beauty of this ecosystem. Don't miss your chance to learn about the land firsthand, book your New Orleans Small Airboat Adventure today!
Read more
image-4203-679
image-4203
image-4203-971
image-4203-679
image-4203

Destrehan Plantation & Small Airboat Combo with Transportation from New Orleans Hotels

Be the first to review!
6.5 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Spend a day in plantation country on this combination tour of Destrehan Plantation, paired with a thrilling airboat ride! Enjoy the best of both worlds, a history lesson on southern plantations and an authentic Cajun swamp experience all in the same day. Take a guided tour of Destrehan Plantation, circa 1787, the oldest plantation home in the Mississippi Valley. After a quick (optional) lunch stop, it's off for an exciting airboat tour with the licensed captain. Into the swamps of South Louisiana you go! Don't miss out, book your spot today!
Read more
image-4488-569
image-4488
image-4488-806
image-4488-569
image-4488

Barataria Swamp Small Airboat Tour

Be the first to review!
1.5 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Half high-speed airboat ride and half rugged Louisiana swamp tour, get up close to wild alligators on this Barataria Swamp Small Airboat Tour. Cruise through the beautiful Louisiana cypress swamps, less than a 30-minute drive from the French Quarter. Step outside the normal tourist hotspots in favor of some rest, relaxation, and wild adventure in the Louisiana backcountry. Book your tour today!
Read more
image-7985
image-1829
image-7986
image-7985
image-1829

Destrehan Plantation & Large Airboat Combo with Transportation from New Orleans Hotels

1 rating
6.5 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Spend a day in plantation country on this combination tour of Destrehan Plantation, paired with a thrilling airboat ride! Enjoy the best of both worlds, a history lesson on southern plantations and an authentic Cajun swamp experience all in the same day. Take a guided tour of Destrehan Plantation, circa 1787, the oldest plantation home in the Mississippi Valley. After a quick (optional) lunch stop, it's off for an exciting airboat tour with the licensed captain. Into the swamps of South Louisiana, you go! Don't miss out, book your spot today!
Read more
image-4486-685
image-4486
image-4486-981
image-4486-685
image-4486

New Orleans City & Airboat Swamp Tour Combo

Be the first to review!
7 - 8 Hrs.
USE CODE AIRBOATS10 & SAVE 10%
Get the best of both worlds with this New Orleans City & Airboat Swamp Tour Combo. On the first half of the tour, enjoy 3 unforgettable hours touring the city of New Orleans from the comfort of an air conditioned mini bus. Learn the history of the Creoles and hear about their unique culture, see the highlights of the city, and ride through some of the areas that were affected by Katrina’s flood waters. The second half of the tour features a fun and thrilling airboat ride through the Barataria Swamp. Don't miss out, book your experience today!
Read more
image-3784-655
image-3784
image-3784-780
image-3784-655
image-3784

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Boat Tour with Transportation from the French Quarter

2 ratings
5.5 Hrs.
Spend your day on a plantation and swamp combination tour with roundtrip transportation to and from the French Quarter. From the moment you arrive, you are treated to the beauty of Oak Alley's quarter-mile-long alley of 28 live oak trees. Upon completion of the tour, you and your group will take a trip to the Manchac Swamp to take a swamp boat tour through a privately-owned wildlife refuge, home to American alligators, herons, and wild boars as well as the legendary “Rougarou,” the Cajun werewolf! Learn about Louisiana's French families and their ways of life. Reserve your spot today!
Read more

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are airboat tours safe?

Absolutely! While airboat tours are definitely an exciting and adrenaline-pumping activity, they are also safe, secure, and a ton of fun! Airboats come equipped with the proper safety equipment, and seatbelts are available for each passenger to use. Headsets are also given to each guest to protect your ears from the sounds of the airboat’s propellor. With a local and informed guide at the helm, there is nothing to worry about! Not only can you rest assured that they will navigate you safely through the swamps, they also know exactly what to do when encountering wildlife, like alligators. So sit back, relax, and take in the incredible natural beauty that is New Orleans swamplands.

2. How far away is the airboat tour company from the French Quarter?

Depending on traffic, travel time from the French Quarter to the Louisiana swamps ranges anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour and a half. Please be aware that when heading to your New Orleans airboat tour, you will want to arrive about 30 minutes early. It is important that you factor this in to your travel time to avoid any unexpected delays, and potentially missing your tour all together! Please review your TripShock voucher after booking, as it will have detailed information regarding your tour company’s physical address, and when you need to arrive. If you booked a New Orleans airboat tour that includes transportation, please review your TripShock voucher, as it will have detailed information about pick-up times and locations. If you have any questions about transportation, please call the phone number in your voucher to reach the tour company directly, or ask one of TripShock’s friendly customer service agents for assistance!

3. Is transportation available?

Yes, many tour companies offer transportation from certain hotels throughout the French Quarter. If you need transportation, please be sure to select the ticket option that includes transportation at check out when booking online, or call one of TripShock’s customer service representatives for help with booking by phone. Please keep in mind that most tour companies will not pick up from hostels and AirBnBs. It is recommended to confirm your pick up time and location with the tour company prior to your departure date. Their contact information can be found in your TripShock voucher.

4. Are there any restrictions to be aware of?

For safety purposes, pregnant women, people with neck or back problems, and children less than 48” tall are not allowed to ride on an airboat. It is also a good idea to not wear or bring any expensive jewelry or accessories on the airboat, as it could fly off.

5. What can you expect to see on an airboat tour?

The Louisiana swamps are full of wonder, from luscious landscapes with cypress trees and hanging moss, to wonderful wildlife like alligators, turtles, pigs, birds, and more! The great thing about airboat tours, however, is that you never know what you’ll see when you’re in the swamp! For more information on Louisiana airboat tours and what to expect, check out this recent TripShock blog outlining everything you need to know about New Orleans airboat tours: https://www.tripshock.com/blog/airboat-tours-new-orleans/.

Plan Ahead & Save Up to 20% with Exclusive Savings From TripShock

  • 5% OFF (7 days in advance)
  • 10% OFF (14 days in advance)
  • 15% OFF ( 30 days in advance)
  • 20% OFF ( 45 days in advance)

Fill out the form below to receive promo codes to apply to your order!

Destinations

FacebookYoutubeTiktokInstagram
© 2024 Tripshock
This website uses cookies. Please visit our Privacy Policy to learn how we use cookies and how to control your cookie settings. By clicking or navigating this site you consent to our use of cookies.