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New Orleans Large Airboat Adventure

224 ratings
2 Hrs.
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Prepare for some excitement in the swamps with a 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!
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Manchac Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

122 ratings
1.5 Hrs.
Immerse yourself in Louisiana's backcountry bayous and wetlands at the historical Manchac Swamp on this Swamp Tour with optional transportation from New Orleans. Venture where creatures of the swamp see boats daily and recognize them as part of the normal environment. As the boat drifts through the waterways guests will learn about the Louisiana wildlife in the swamp such as the American alligator, herons, eagles, wild boars, and more. Don't miss your chance to learn all about these critters, book your spot now!
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Honey Island Swamp Boat Tour With Optional Transportation from New Orleans

146 ratings
2 Hrs.
See the untamed beauty of Louisiana with the Honey Island Swamp guided swamp boat tour. On smaller, 22-passenger boats, you will enjoy up-close interactions with the local wildlife and premium opportunities for photos and videos of the action as it unfolds right before you. Some of wildlife to be expected include alligators, raccoons, and even hogs. With limited availability, secure your seat on these small boats in Honey Island Swamp today and see one of few remaining preserved wetlands in Louisiana. Book today!
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Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation

96 ratings
1.5 Hrs.
Take a fascinating boat trip into a Louisiana swamp with a Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation. Experience South Louisiana in a custom built swamp boat through part of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park. Native guides will reveal the mysteries of the swamps and the Cajun "joie de vivre' - joy of life. Observe the nesting grounds of alligators, egrets, raccoons, nutria, snakes, and more! Book today!
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Adventures of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

90 ratings
1.5 Hrs.
Take a journey into the bayous and swamplands of south Louisiana on this incredible swamp tour! Located just 35 minutes south of downtown New Orleans, this is the perfect chance to see the beauty that Louisiana has to offer. From the comfort of a pontoon boat, discover an abundance of fantastic wildlife like alligators, blue herons, bald eagles, wild boars, and more. Uncover the secrets of the swamp, book an this amazing excursion today!
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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!
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Barataria Swamp Large Airboat Tour

49 ratings
1.5 Hrs.
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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!
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Barataria Swamp Tour from New Orleans with Transportation

12 ratings
4 Hrs.
Explore the waterways of the Barataria Swamp on a covered swamp boat. Learn about "The Crown Jewel of the Louisiana Purchase", the Jean Lafitte National Park and Preserve, as you drift past a Cajun cemetery, a 2,000-year-old burial mound, and a fishing village. Keep an eye out for over 200 species of birds, an array of wildflowers, plants, snakes, turtles, and alligators! Don't miss out, book your Barataria Swamp Tour from New Orleans with Transportation today!
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Small Airboat Tour

15 ratings
1.5 - 2 Hrs.
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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. By the end of the tour, you will be planning your next adventure to the swamps!
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Airboat & Plantation Combo Tour

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7 Hrs.
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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!
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New Orleans Small Airboat Adventure

2 ratings
2 Hrs.
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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!
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Barataria Swamp Tour

1 rating
1.5 Hrs.
Explore the waterways of the Barataria Swamp on a covered swamp boat. Learn about "The Crown Jewel of the Louisiana Purchase", the Jean Lafitte National Park and Preserve, as you drift past a Cajun cemetery, a 2,000-year-old burial mound, and a fishing village. Keep an eye out for over 200 species of birds, an array of wildflowers, plants, snakes, turtles, and alligators! Don't miss out, book your Barataria Swamp Tour today!
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Barataria Swamp Small Airboat Tour

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1.5 Hrs.
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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!
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Alligator Alley Gator Tour at Night

1 rating
1 Hr.
Join this Alligator Alley Gator Tour for a unique experience to remember! Cruise down the bayou and watch the swamp come alive. Spotlights will light up the water where the alligators live and hunt. See the glow of their eyes resting eerily just above the surface of the water. Listen to the sounds of the wildlife, including the gators calling out. Book your alligator experience now!
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What types of alligator tours are available in New Orleans?

New Orleans is home to plenty of alligator tours, including Barataria Swamp Tours, airboat tours, and combo tours.

2. What can I see on an alligator tour?

An alligator tour in New Orleans gives you the opportunity to see the swamps, alligators, and other wildlife that inhabit this city.

3. What should I wear on an alligator tour in New Orleans?

When you go on an alligator tour, wear casual, light clothing that you can layer on.

4. Are alligator tours safe?

Yes. Alligator tours in New Orleans are safe for all ages. The captains of the boats know their way around the swamps.

5. When is the best time of the year to see alligators?

The best time of the year to see alligators is in the summer. Since alligators prefer warm weather and are more active when it's humid, this is the perfect time to spot them.

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