New Orleans Airboat Ride
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Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout
Overview
Take a break from the hustle-bustle of New Orleans and escape to nature on this exhilarating, family-friendly airboat ride! Spot alligators, snakes, turtles, egrets and herons as you take a fast, fun ride over a tidewater cypress swamp close to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Admire moss-covered cypress and tupelo-gum trees as you explore bayous teeming with life and take advantage of incredible photo ops. Th premium small-group tour is limited to 6 people, regular small airboat (up to 10 people) or large airboat (up to 30 people) to allow for better views of the wildlife. Please note: If you book the self-drive option you will not receive hotel pickup. If you book the option with pickup, pickups will begin 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to tour time. There are no rideshare or taxi services to this area. Gators are more commonly spotted in summer months.
Ticket Options
5 Options Available
Small Airboat - No Pickup: $89
Small Airboat with Pickup: $119
Premium Small Airboat: $149
Large Airboat - No Pickup: $59
Large Airboat with Pickup: $89
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Local guide
- Airboat ride
- Small storage space under seat
- Roundtrip transportation (if option with transport is selected at time of booking.)
- Ear protection
- Unobstructed views
What's not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (gift shop and bar available on site)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions (sunny or rainy); please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Reservations booked separately will NOT be guaranteed to be on the same boat
- Taxi & Ride Share services not available in our area
- We offer a full refund in case of inclement weather that is unsafe to operate tours (lightening/ thunderstorms/ high wind). We still operate in the rain.
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