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Adventures of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour in Lafitte, LA

Airboat Adventures • 5145 Fleming Park Road • Lafitte, LA 70067

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Add a little nature to your New Orleans trip on this relaxing pontoon ride through the bayous of Louisiana! A knowledgeable guide will take you to the best viewing locations to see alligators and other indigenous wildlife, and will keep you entertained with lots of fun facts and information about the region. Witness the beauty of the Louisiana swamps with Adventures of Jean Lafitte!

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Family-friendly.
Tour duration: 1.5 hours.
Narrated Louisiana Alligator and Wildlife Tour.
Explore 20,000 acres of tidewater cypress swamp.
See bayou creatures of all shapes, sizes, and species!
Round trip transportation available; choose the hotel pick-up option when selecting your tickets. Pick-up begins an hour and thirty minutes prior to your tour time.

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Looking For Some Good Ol’ Fashioned New Orleans Fun?
Are you ready to experience one of the best excursions New Orleans has to offer? Adventures of Jean Lafitte offers personal Alligator Tours through Louisiana’s beautiful backcountry. Gather your whole crew and come experience the “road less traveled”!

We boast some of the most entertaining pontoon bayou tours in Louisiana! Adventures of Jean Lafitte is located approximately 40 minutes from New Orleans, and is open 7 days a week for your convenience. Don’t have transportation? Don’t fret, we got you and your crew. We offer round trip transportation from any hotel in the Greater New Orleans area for a small additional fee.

Adventures of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour in Lafitte, LA

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ebennett1963

Saint Charles, Missouri

"Gators"

Reviewed September 06, 2020

We chose to do an airboat over another boat just for the experience. We were not disappointed. I don’t remember the name of our captain, he was the one attacked by an alligator, but he was excellent. He took us to various locations and spoke about the gators and the other wildlife. He has so much knowledge. He was even able to call one alligator that was about 12 feet and he reached down and petted him and kissed it. We got to see several gators up close. We could have reached right out and touched one...but we didn’t. I highly recommend this one if you go.

FellowTraveler112402

York, Pennsylvania

"Loved our ride!!! "

Reviewed August 14, 2020

Our guide was Paul and he was fantastic. I’m not sure if u can ask for him but he was so knowledgeable. Born and raised here and just a great tour guide

Ian K

Alnwick, United Kingdom

"See the natural world!"

Reviewed March 26, 2020

Magnificent! They pick you up in downtown New Orleans, take you to the boat, guide you round to see the wildlife in beautiful surroundings, know where the aligators are, give a splendid commentary - just do it!

Aimee E

San Clemente, California

"Great experience, recommend the small boat!"

Reviewed March 16, 2020

We absolutely loved our experience! Ian was our guide and he was super informative, funny, and nice. There was a different tour guide who yelled the whole time and I’m so glad we didn’t get him. We saw dozens of alligators which was the highlight, but they aren’t around all year. I recommend bringing sunglasses, a hat that you can latch on your head, ear protection (for noise) if you want to bring your own {they provide some but they slide}, your camera, and of course sunscreen. The cons to this trip were that the older lady who checked us in was quite grumpy and rude, and we did not get to see the baby alligator that we saw other people playing with in photos. It was not available, not sure why. I was worried about seasickness but nobody got sick because the water was pretty calm. Also, you really don’t need a waterproof camera - we did not get wet. Most people were using their phones or regular cameras. There are no bathrooms or water on the boat so come ready! They do have merch, beer, water, and gifts at their store as well as a bathroom. Free and easy parking.

Tom R

"A fun ride through the bayou"

Reviewed March 15, 2020

The airboat was a fun way to experience the bayou and to see some gators up close. The guide was fun but it is a little hard to hear everything that was said if you are sitting up front.

Adventures of Jean Lafitte is located at Airboat Adventures • 5145 Fleming Park Road • Lafitte, LA 70067

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Frequently Asked Questions about Adventures of Jean Lafitte

What are the hours of operation?
Departure times: 9:45 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM.

Are there any age/physical/health/etc. restrictions for this tour?
Wheelchairs, strollers, etc. are allowed on the pontoon boat. There is a ramp that allows easy access. The only requirement is that you must also be able to board the boat without our assistance.

What should I wear?
We highly recommend comfortable, casual clothing that is appropriate for the weather. Please keep in mind that it can sometimes be slightly chillier on the water.

Where do we board?
Approximately 35-45 minutes from New Orleans in the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve:
5145 Fleming Park Rd, Lafitte, LA 70067.

Note: give yourself an hour to get there in case of traffic! If preferred, round trip transportation is available from major hotels in the downtown New Orleans/French Quarter area.

Is the tour appropriate for children?
Yes, Adventures of Jean Lafitte is suitable for all ages.

Is transportation included? If so, where is the pick-up spot or how do I arrange it?
We provide round trip transportation from major hotels in the downtown New Orleans/ French Quarter area! When we say “door to door service”, we truly mean it. We will pick you up right in front of your hotel door. Pick-up begins an hour and thirty minutes prior to your scheduled bayou tour time. It is critical that you are ready and waiting at your pickup location, because our drivers have a small time frame to pick up all guests.

Note: if you need transportation, you MUST choose the hotel pick-up option when selecting your tickets, and enter your hotel in when in the check out process.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchairs, strollers, etc. are allowed on the pontoon boat. There is a ramp that allows easy access. The only requirement is that you must also be able to board the boat without our assistance.

Can I bring my camera?
Yes, great photo opportunities!

How long is the tour?
The tour is approximately 1.5 hours.

Can I bring my pet?
No.

What’s included in my ticket/experience?

Tour 20,000 acres of tidewater cypress swamp.
Narrated Louisiana Alligator and Wildlife Tour.
1.5 hours on the water
Chance to see bayou creatures of all shapes, sizes, and species! (Alligators -Snakes -Turtles -Egrets -Herons -Ibis -Hawks -Owls -Bald Eagles -White-tailed deer -Nutria -Raccoons -And more!)

Adventures of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour in Lafitte, LA

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