New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour
by Louisiana Tour Company
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$178Overview
This small-group airboat tour runs about 100 minutes through the Louisiana marshlands, located 35 minutes outside New Orleans. Groups are limited to six or nine passengers to allow space for viewing. The tour departs from Barataria Preserve in Marrero after a drive along the Mississippi River. Passengers meet the captain, receive a safety briefing, and board a 454 Chevy engine-powered airboat driven by a fan producing wind speeds over 200 mph. The boat can reach speeds up to 35 mph and the ride is fast and loud. The guide navigates the swamp with stops to observe wildlife, including possible alligator sightings along the boat’s edge. The tour ends back at the departure point in Marrero for return to New Orleans. Safety flotation jackets and a professional guide are included. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Barataria Preserve
The tour begins with a 35-minute drive from New Orleans along the Mississippi River to Barataria Preserve in Marrero. Upon arrival, passengers meet the captain and receive a brief safety overview before boarding the airboat. The boat is powered by a 454 Chevy engine and propelled by a large fan that can generate wind speeds over 200 mph, allowing speeds up to 35 mph. The tour moves quickly and includes multiple stops to view wildlife, including alligators that sometimes approach the boat. After completing the swamp route, the airboat returns to the departure location.
100 min
New Orleans
The tour starts and ends with transport to and from New Orleans.
Meeting point
Departure Point: Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA Address: 9706 Barataria Blvd Marrero, LA 70072 Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour time. The boat will depart on time and we cannot delay start time.
End point
Departure Point: Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA Address: 9706 Barataria Blvd Marrero, LA 70072 Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour time. The boat will depart on time and we cannot delay start time.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour
by Louisiana Tour Company
Choose from 5 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$178Overview
This small-group airboat tour runs about 100 minutes through the Louisiana marshlands, located 35 minutes outside New Orleans. Groups are limited to six or nine passengers to allow space for viewing. The tour departs from Barataria Preserve in Marrero after a drive along the Mississippi River. Passengers meet the captain, receive a safety briefing, and board a 454 Chevy engine-powered airboat driven by a fan producing wind speeds over 200 mph. The boat can reach speeds up to 35 mph and the ride is fast and loud. The guide navigates the swamp with stops to observe wildlife, including possible alligator sightings along the boat’s edge. The tour ends back at the departure point in Marrero for return to New Orleans. Safety flotation jackets and a professional guide are included. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Barataria Preserve
The tour begins with a 35-minute drive from New Orleans along the Mississippi River to Barataria Preserve in Marrero. Upon arrival, passengers meet the captain and receive a brief safety overview before boarding the airboat. The boat is powered by a 454 Chevy engine and propelled by a large fan that can generate wind speeds over 200 mph, allowing speeds up to 35 mph. The tour moves quickly and includes multiple stops to view wildlife, including alligators that sometimes approach the boat. After completing the swamp route, the airboat returns to the departure location.
100 min
New Orleans
The tour starts and ends with transport to and from New Orleans.
Meeting point
Departure Point: Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA Address: 9706 Barataria Blvd Marrero, LA 70072 Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour time. The boat will depart on time and we cannot delay start time.
End point
Departure Point: Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA Address: 9706 Barataria Blvd Marrero, LA 70072 Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour time. The boat will depart on time and we cannot delay start time.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.