Experience the Ultimate Louisiana Swamp Adventure on a 16-Passenger Airboat Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; sitting during the ride requires minimal physical exertion
Overview
Zoom across Louisiana’s mysterious wetlands on a spacious 16-passenger airboat. Get up close to alligators, soaring birds, and ancient cypress groves during an unscripted 1.5-hour swamp tour unlike any other.
Airboat Swamp Tour - Large Boat - Drive Out
48" minimum height • 16 passenger boats • About 1.5 hours • All Ages
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of a unique swamp tour combined with an exhilarating airboat ride! With stadium-style seating for up to 16 passengers, you'll enjoy unobstructed views as you speed through inaccessible areas, encounter alligators, and capture unforgettable moments. Each tour is unscripted, ensuring an adventure like no other!
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Duration
About 1.5 hours
About
This tour is a combination of both a swamp tour and an airboat ride. Your tour guide will stop on your journey to allow for photos and alligator encounters! This airboat is a larger capacity vessel with the ability to seat up to 16 passengers. This is perfect for larger groups. The seating on your airboat is stadium style seating, so anyone seated in front of you will not be obstructing your view. Each airboat tour is unique and unscripted, you never know what's going to be waiting for your group behind the next turn. Airboats are driven by a 454 Chevy Engine, bringing speeds of your boat up to 25 miles an hour. Airboats are propelled by a large fan that blow air behind the vessel. On this tour, you will reach places and visit areas which normal boats and vehicles are unable to access.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled departure. The address to the dock is 9706 Barataria Blvd. Marrero LA 70072. This is about 35-45 minute drive from downtown New Orleans. Please note that Uber and Lyft will take you to the swamp tour but will be difficult to get a ride back due to being in the swamps!
More info
- Airboat Tours are subject to cancel in dangerous weather. Airboats are high speed, open boats with no top. Louisiana Tour Company will not be responsible for any cameras or video equipment that is lost or damaged from water, splash, or rain.
- Pregnant women, children less than 48"" and people with neck and back problems are not allowed to ride airboats.
- All payments are final and non-refundable
What to bring
Don't forget a camera!
Adventure Tips
Bring insect repellent
Swamp areas can have a high mosquito population, especially during warmer months—protect yourself accordingly.
Wear layered clothing
Mornings and evenings can be cooler; light layers help you stay comfortable as temperatures shift.
Secure your camera
The airboat can be bumpy; use a strap or case to protect your gear and avoid dropping it.
Follow safety instructions
Stay seated during the ride and keep hands inside the boat to ensure a safe experience for everyone.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- American alligator
- Great blue heron
History
The Louisiana swamps have long been home to Cajun communities who have relied on these wetlands for sustenance and culture.
Conservation
Tour operators follow strict guidelines to minimize environmental impact and support ongoing habitat restoration programs.
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Adventure Hotspots in Marrero
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof jacket
Spring showers are common; a waterproof jacket keeps you dry during unexpected rain.
spring specific
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from strong sun exposure while cruising the wetlands.
summer specific
Binoculars
Ideal for spotting wildlife hidden in the swamp’s dense foliage.
fall specific
Warm hat
Winter mornings are chilly; a hat helps maintain warmth on the open-air boat.
winter specific