We pick you up from downtown! • 48" minimum height • 16 passenger boats • Approx. 4 hours with drive
Explore Louisiana’s swamps like never before on a thrilling airboat tour from Marrero. Glide through untouched wetlands, spot alligators, and soak in the unique scenery on this high-speed adventure just outside New Orleans.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended; able to stay seated comfortably and handle minor bounces.
Wildlife
History
The Louisiana swamps have shaped local Cajun culture and were historically vital for trapping and fishing communities.
Conservation
Operators emphasize minimal environmental impact by following no-wake zones and educating guests about swamp ecology.
Louisiana Tour Company
We pick you up from downtown! • 48" minimum height • 16 passenger boats • Approx. 4 hours with drive
Louisiana Tour Company, based in Marrero, Louisiana, operates guided swamp and walking tours that showcase the region’s wildlife, history, and plantation heritage. The company offers a range of experiences including airboat swamp tours (small and large, pickup and drive-out), a narrated tourboat swamp trip with hotel pickup, a combined Afternoon Small Airboat Swamp Tour + Oak Alley Plantation, and 2-hour Haunted Ghost Tours in New Orleans. Airboat options include nine-passenger small boats powered by a Chevy engine that reach speeds up to 35 mph and larger airboats with stadium-style seating for up to 16 passengers. Tour formats include pickup from hotels near New Orleans and drive-out departures from Marrero, providing flexible access for visitors. Swamp tours emphasize close wildlife viewing—alligators and native birds—through areas inaccessible to traditional boats, while the Oak Alley portion includes a guided house tour plus time for self-guided exploration of the grounds. The narrated tourboat option features local captains who provide regional context and natural history on a comfortable, well-equipped boat roughly 35 minutes from New Orleans. Haunted Ghost Tours are led by Master Storytellers in small groups, focusing on historic and chilling narratives in the French Quarter. Louisiana Tour Company presents unscripted, locally led experiences that combine excitement, education, and cultural context, with options suitable for different group sizes and preferences.
Pickup and drive-out options accommodate varied schedules, and the tours encourage photography and close-up wildlife observation in shallow water habitats. Reservations are available for groups and individual travelers seeking authentic regional experiences today.
Tours Offered
7
Varied swamp and walking tours.
Trip Length
2–9 hours
Short to full-day options.
Boat Capacity
9–16 passengers
Small and large airboats.
Guides
Local Captains
Master Storytellers lead ghost tours.
Secure pickup or drive-out departures from Marrero — limited seats on airboats and narrated tourboat trips, reserve ahead for preferred dates.
Wear layers for variable weather
Swamp temperatures can fluctuate; dress in breathable layers to stay comfortable during the ride.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes are common in swamp areas, especially in warmer months, so apply repellant before boarding.
Protect your camera
Use a wrist strap and a waterproof case to safeguard your gear from water splashes.
Stay seated and hold on
Airboat rides can be fast and bumpy; keep seated and use handrails for safety during high-speed sections.
Light rain jacket
Spring showers are common; a light water-resistant jacket keeps you dry without overheating.
spring
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from strong sun exposure during open-air rides in summer months.
summer
Insect repellent
Keep biting insects at bay as the swamp remains active through fall.
fall
Warm fleece or jacket
Winter mornings can be cool on the water; layering helps maintain comfort during the ride.
winter