Airboat Adventures in Lafitte, LA

Airboat Adventures5145 Fleming Park Rd.Lafitte, LA 70067
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Overview

Airboats are flat-bottomed, which allows easy access to shallow waters and protects the wildlife that lives below the surface; they are the perfect vessel for exploring the marshlands of Louisiana! Enjoy thrilling encounters with alligators, turtles, and many other species, and along the way, take in the priceless views! Airboat Adventures provides a unique and fun learning experience that is great for all ages!

up to 1.8 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

  • Tour duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes.
  • Children must be 5 years of age or older.
  • Not suitable for pregnant women, people with neck/back pain, or anyone with similar medical issues.
  • To schedule roundtrip transportation, choose the hotel pick-up option when selecting your tickets. Pick-up begins 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.
  • Encounter all of the state’s majestic creatures, such as: alligators (as big as seventeen feet!), snakes, turtles, egrets, herons, hawks, owls, bald eagles, white-tailed deer, nutria, raccoons, and more!

Description

Craving something wild and unforgettable in New Orleans? Trade the neon lights of Bourbon Street for the untamed beauty of Louisiana’s bayous and swamps on an airboat tour through the vibrant wetlands teeming with alligators, herons, egrets, and hidden wildlife wonders. Zipping across the water at thrilling speeds or drifting silently through moss-draped cypress trees, an airboat ride unlocks views of the true Louisiana—raw, mysterious, and dazzling in natural splendor.

Just 45 minutes from the French Quarter, New Orleans swamp tours offer a front-row seat to the region’s iconic landscapes and diverse ecosystem. Local captains share fascinating stories about the region’s culture and wildlife while guiding boats into secluded corners where alligators sunbathe and birds glide overhead. Tours operate seven days a week, making it easy to fit this adventure into any itinerary.

Choose between large airboats perfect for groups and families or smaller vessels for a more intimate journey deep into the swamp’s hidden paths. Spot creatures like giant alligators up to seventeen feet long, elusive white-tailed deer, owls peeking from branches, and even majestic bald eagles. Each tour is a chance to witness the wild heartbeat of Louisiana, far from city streets.

Capture the magic with a camera, as every twist and turn reveals new surprises in this breathtaking natural wonderland. Book a New Orleans airboat swamp tour and uncover the authentic spirit of the bayou on an unforgettable adventure through the state’s legendary waterways.

Airboat Adventures Reviews

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X4875DKela
"Terrible customer service and transport"
TripAdvisor user rating 2.0 out of 5
Reviewed July 27, 2025 NEW
The tour itself was good, however the customer service and transport was abysmal. We were told to look out for bus 114 on our return. After our tour 114 was nowhere to be seen. We waited for a while and saw bus 115 and 01. After a while we enquired at the desk, who informed us that 114 had left, and that they had called the passengers. We said there was no way this could have been, as we were stood right outside the front the whole time. The lady behind the desk was rude and said that it was definitely here. We asked if there could have been a different number and she assured us that the 114 had certainly been and gone. There was nowhere to sit and wait, and in the extreme heat it was an incredibly uncomfortable situation. There was very little in the way of customer service, and rather we were made to feel ridiculed. About 5 staff members stood watching this interaction, and all began laughing raucously as soon as we stepped outside. She rung the bus driver, who then returned to get us, with the passengers still on board, who were clearly irritated at the delay to their journey. We tried to talk to the bus driver to apologise for the inconvenience and figure out the confusion, but we were ignored. We then saw that the bus was actually the 01, and not the 114. Therefore, despite the adamant assurance from the reception staff, the 114 never did arrive. There were also two people on the bus who were not originally meant to be on the bus, who said that the bus driver waved them on, which we assume made up the correct numbers and therefore he left. An extremely disappointing end to the trip. Terrible customer service for quite a pricey excursion!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Airboat Adventures

Are there any age/physical/health/etc. restrictions for this tour?

Children must be 5 years of age or older. No pregnant women, and no people with prior neck/back pain or similar medical issues.

What should I wear?

Comfortable, casual attire based on weather conditions is recommended. Keep in mind, it is often cooler in a moving airboat.

Where do we board?

They will board approximately 30 miles south of New Orleans at 5145 Fleming Park Rd, Lafitte, LA 70067. Please note that it takes about 45 minutes to get to us in normal traffic. Allow one hour and you’ll be sure to be on time! If preferred, round trip transportation is available.

Is the tour appropriate for children?

Yes. Must be 5 years or older.

Is transportation included? If so, where is the pick-up spot or how do I arrange it?

Yes, they do! If you are staying at one of the hotels in the Greater New Orleans area, Airboat Adventures will pick you up right in front of your hotel door. Transportation pick-up begins 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Please be waiting outside your pick-up location. Drivers have a short window of time to pick-up all guests. They are flexible to some extent, depending on what’s already booked when you call. Please note that to schedule pick-up, 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?

No.

Can I bring my camera?

Yes, great photo opportunities!

Can I bring my pet?

No.

How long is the tour?

The tour is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

What’s included in my ticket/experience?

Your perfect New Orleans Airboat Swamp Tour awaits on this tour! Get the chance to encounter all of the state’s majestic creatures, such as: Alligators (as big as seventeen feet!), Snakes, Turtles, Egrets, Herons, Ibis, Hawks, Owls, Bald Eagles, White-tailed deer, Nutria, Raccoons, and more!