New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour provided by Louisiana Tour Company
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What you can expect during this experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Updated 18/06/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Updated 18/06/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Overview
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is known for its wildlife, including ‘gators inhabiting the swamps around New Orleans. Hop aboard an airboat for a high-speed adventure that includes plenty of photo stops. You’ll have unobstructed views from the 16-passenger vessel, with live and entertaining narration by the guide.
Itinerary
- You'll start atLouisiana Tour Company - SWAMP DOCK9706 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072, USA9706 Barataria Blvd Marrero LA 70072See address & details
- Pass byMississippi River
- You'll end atLouisiana Tour Company - SWAMP DOCK9706 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072, USA9706 Barataria Blvd Marrero LA 70072See address & details
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Highlights
- New Orleans airboat tour departs in close proximity to city limits
- It’s a safe way to observe alligators in their natural habitat
- Snap photos and learn about the flora and fauna in the swamps
- Airboats go where big boats cannot fit
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Departure Point
Louisiana Tour Company - SWAMP DOCK, 9706 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072, USA
Duration
2h
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
- Airboat tour
- Professional guide
- Entry/Admission - Barataria Preserve
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travellers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Frankly It was a lot more fun than I expected. My daughter wanted to go because she had never been in the swamps nor on an air boat. I grew up around them. The day was perfect and we zipped from lakes to bayous to canals and saw gators big and small along with a variety of…
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Date of experience: May 2019
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Response from MIlton W, Owner at New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour
Responded 3 Jun 2019
Capt Rocky appreciates the great review. Thank you so much for taking the time to review us.
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We took an large airboat ride with Captain Ernie! Had a great time, saw lots of alligators, and learned a lot about the ecosystem. Captain Ernie was very knowledgable! Thank you!
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Date of experience: April 2019
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Response from MIlton W, Owner at New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour
Responded 24 May 2019
Capt Ernie appreciates the great review. Thank you for taking the time to send it.
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Larry was an excellent tour guide. Informative, funny, and with a true local flair. We saw several alligators and much of the swamplands before a huge storm hit and we had to go back. Larry got us back to the dock quickly but it made the tour all the more fun and a great story!…
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Date of experience: May 2019
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Response from MIlton W, Owner at New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour
Responded 22 May 2019
Thank you for taking the time to give us a very positive review.
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I loved our swamp tour and our caption Kenny was great! The weather was a bit cooler that day so flying through the water on the airboat was definitely a thrill ride. Kenny was hilarious and you can tell he loves what he does. We only saw 2 alligators but the tour was definitely…
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Date of experience: April 2019
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Husband, two teen ladies, and I enjoyed the two hour airboat swamp tour today - saw gators, turtles, cranes and fish (no snakes). Definitely bring your jacket and sunscreen, and wear the provided ear protection. It's obvious that Captain Ernie loves the bayou and its creatures;…
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By: Louisiana Tour Company
bbiskup
00Best adventure in New Orleans!
Looking for an adventure that is unique to your NOLA experience? This airboat swamp tour will be a highlight! Excel…
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christopherrK1337NM
00Fun Day
We enjoyed the tour of Oak Alley quite a lot. They gave a great history of the plantation. I highly recommend the m…
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Nirolevy
00Great tour! Everything you need
We had a great time and we learned a lot during this trip. It’s almost and entire day but it’s well worth the while…
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michellegX1680NN
00Amazing Tour
My sister, cousin, and I have visited New Orleans every year for over 5 years. We usually hang out on Canal, see se…
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HeyGuysSos
00Nice Day
Guides are friendly and accommodating. The transportation there was comfortable and safe. Beautiful plantation and …
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DannyMel887
00Helpful Staff
The office staff went above any beyond for my family. We had almost missed the buss but they assured us that the bu…
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JohnnyW696969
00Secrets Out
Airboat is a Must Do. The captain really made the experience an overall great time. We even got to hold a baby gato…
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DianeSSSS445
00Great Time
Tour was Great. The driver was entertaining and safe. The grounds were absolutely beautiful the guide was entertain…
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DianeSSSS445
00Best Experience
My Captain Reggie provided the most magical experience. The way he moved his arms was so sexy. The alligators we s…
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msalynward
00Sooo much fun!
It was fantastic! Dewy was an awesome guide and we loved the whole trip! This tour is definitely a New Orleans must…
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TabTai
00Alligator 101 Adventure
Small Group experience was great for interactive conversation with guide. We learned everything one could want to …
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Explorer748770
00Airboat tour with Chaz
Had a wonderful time exploring the bayous and canals with our guide Chaz. Promptly picked up and returned to o…
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Douglas R
00Swamp Tours
Todd was great! Saw many Alligators, even held a baby one! Very informative, we did the 9:40 AM tour and did not ne…
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Laririchards
00Can't Wait to Go Back
We had a blast on the swamp tour! Our guide was SUPER knowledgeable and fun! We saw SO MANY gators big and small! T…
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U4672AJcheryla
00Fun Tour to the Swamp
This was a very informative and fun excursion. Kenny made it so enjoyable and he knew a lot about the area and the …
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- Duration: 2h
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