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15 Best New Orleans Swamp & Airboat Tours

The swamp trips: gators, Spanish moss and airboats that move like the engine has a grudge, half an hour out where the bayou takes over. Smaller boats slip into channels the big ones cannot.

1.New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation

Discover Louisiana's wetlands on a 2-hour boat tour from New Orleans, with wildlife sightings, local guides, and a visit to a water-accessible Cajun village.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Great fun, captain Marc has been fantastic to inform us interesting details of the wild life and try very hard to ensure us get close / discover the wild animals.. really worth it!”

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2.New Orleans Airboat Ride

Discover the thrill of a swamp airboat ride near New Orleans, spotting alligators and wildlife, with expert guides and scenic views—an authentic bayou adventure.

★ 4.5

“We had a blast! We were picked up from and returned to a very convenient spot, no sweat, so getting to the site was easy. Tiktok was a great guide!”

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3.Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Discover the perfect blend of history and nature with this full-day swamp boat and plantation tour from New Orleans, ideal for wildlife lovers and history buffs alike.

★ 5.0

“Great experience. All of it was very informative. The swamp boat is great for the whole family, the plantation tour probably not so fun for little kids as we seen a lot of them throwing fits and crying probably out of boredom because they’re just…”

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6.New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure

Discover the natural beauty and cultural highlights of Louisiana’s swamps on this 1-hour 40-minute guided boat tour; perfect for wildlife lovers and history buffs alike.

★ 5.0

“Captain Trey provided a great experience. This tour provided a great opportunity to get out in the water. Dress warm to optimize your enjoyment.”

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7.Large Airboat Swamp Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

Experience the thrill of an airboat swamp tour near New Orleans, spotting alligators and wildlife with expert guides, plus convenient hotel transport.

★ 5.0

“Are small airboat captain was very safe, knowledgeable, and made sure if we had questions he had the answers. Not only was it very enjoyable but I learned a lot also. The mama in the store was so delightful and knowledgeable I almost wish I…”

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8.Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

Experience Louisiana’s stunning swamplands on a small-group airboat tour with hotel pickup, wildlife viewing, and expert guides. Perfect for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“The airboat trip was so fun!! Our guide Bobby was very informative and could answer all our questions. We saw lots of animals and had a great day!”

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9.New Orleans Manchac Bayou Swamp Cruise W/ Optional Pick-Up

Discover Louisiana's wildlife and Cajun culture on a Manchac Bayou Swamp Cruise with optional pickup from New Orleans. Family-friendly, wildlife-rich, and full of local lore.

★ 4.7

“This tour was the absolute highlight of my trip to New Orleans! Our driver shared lots of interesting information on the way to the swamp and gave great recommendations on the ride back. Once on the water, Captain Danny was engaging, informative, and made the…”

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10.Guided Boat Tour of New Orleans Bayou and Wildlife

Discover Louisiana’s wildlife with a guided boat tour through the Bayou of New Orleans. Enjoy close encounters with alligators, birds, and scenic cypress swamps.

★ 4.5

“Was hoping it would be a more guided nature tour, with a quiet boat and a guide who offered more observations and info. Instead there was music blaring and only an occasional comment from the guide, who did offer to answer questions (and did so)…”

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11.New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Tour with Transportation

Discover Louisiana’s wildlife on a 4-hour swamp tour with boat rides, expert guides, and scenic bayou views. Perfect for nature lovers and families.

★ 4.5

“It was a whole lot of fun. The alligators were very "accommodating" and showed up along the way. The raccoons were cute, too. Not even the rain could spoil the ride. My only suggestion would be that they play Cajun music instead of rock-and-roll to…”

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12.Airboat and Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans

Discover Louisiana’s cypress swamps, creole plantations, and Southern charm with this full-day tour. Includes airboat ride, guided tours, and gourmet lunch.

★ 4.5

“We had a wonderful day. Everything was well planned and on time. On tour guide, Robert was so knowledgeable and friendly. It was a day to remember.”

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14.New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

Discover the wildlife, history, and scenery of Louisiana's swamps on this 2-hour boat tour with hotel pickup, guided by passionate locals for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“We went on the swamp tour with Capt. Ernie. Capt. Ernie was so knowledgeable about New Orleans, and the swamp and quite funny. He definitely kept us entertained, and the ride was nice. He told us we may not see gators, because of the weather.…”

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15.Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour

Explore Louisiana’s bayous on a small-group kayak tour near New Orleans. Experience wildlife, cypress forests, and wetlands on a 2.5-hour adventure with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“I had so much more fun on this tour than I thought I would. I went as a solo traveler and was made to feel comfortable and part of the group, which comprised of all people on a work trip together. As an avid birder…”

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More New Orleans Swamp & Airboat Tours

5.0New Orleans Zipline Swamp Tour1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$89.00 4.7New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation & Airboat Swamp Combo Tour8.5 hours$160 4.9New Orleans: High Speed 9 Passenger Airboat Tour100 minutes - 4 hours$89 4.8From Lafitte: Swamp Tours South of New Orleans by Airboat105 minutes - 4 hours$59 4.5Jean Lafitte 90-Minute Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)$32.00 5.0Honey Island Swamp Boat Tour$34.00 4.5Oak Alley Plantation and Large Airboat Swamp Tour from New Orleans8 hours (approx.)$160.00 5.0New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)$89.00 4.7New Orleans: Guided Swamp Cruise by Tour Boat100 minutes - 4 hours$35 5.0Small-Group Bayou Airboat Ride with Transport from New Orleans4 hours (approx.)$130.00 5.0Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour with Local Guide2 to 3 hours (approx.)$93.00 4.8New Orleans: Bayou Tour in Jean Lafitte National Park1.5 hours$32 4.5Airboat Ride with Transportation from New Orleans3 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$90.00 4.7New Orleans: Swamp Boat Ride & Oak Alley Plantation Tour7.5 hours$131 4.5Oak Alley Plantation and Swamp Boat Tour from New Orleans8 hours (approx.)$130.00 5.0Honey Island Swamp Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans$64.00 4.5New Orleans: Swamp Tour on Covered Pontoon Boat90 minutes - 3 hours$35 5.0Airboat Swamp and Destrehan Plantation Tour from New Orleans5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$179.00 5.0Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans8 hours (approx.)$152.00 5.0New Orleans City/Cemetery and Swamp Full-Day Tour7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$110.00 4.6New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation and Swamp Cruise Day Trip8.5 hours$125 5.0New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)$65.00 4.5Oak Alley Plantation and Small Airboat Tour from New Orleans8 hours (approx.)$185.00 4.8New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour1.5 hours$89