Airboat Trip in Barataria Preserve from New Orleans

Very good excursion

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Get ready to discover Louisiana's stunning bayou in a unique, fun way when you take this fantastic airboat trip. This hovercraft ride will take you to beautiful hidden corners that traditional boats can't reach and, with a little luck, you'll see alligators.

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on selection)
Transport by minibus (depending on selection)
Airboat trip lasting 1 hour 40 minutes
English–speaking guide
Admission to Oak Alley Plantation (depending on selection)

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

9706 Barataria Boulevard

Reviews of our customers

9.3

Exceptional 1,158 Travelers·75 reviews

July 27, 2026
Anónimo
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Very good excursion
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June 28, 2026
Debora Palestini
Reggio Emilia, Italy
Completely satisfied
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June 25, 2026
Guido Ruocco
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Spectacular, very entertaining and fun. You can see the alligators and the guide was always ready to point out where to spot them. Plus, a refreshing ...
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May 29, 2026
Beatriz
Madrid, Spain
We loved it. We saw many alligators, the guide explained everything very well and told us many interesting facts. It was a lot of fun.
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April 10, 2026
Larraitz
Spain
Amazing to see the caimans in their natural habitat! Beautiful nature reserve
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April 8, 2026
Paula Ruiz
Madrid, Spain
AWESOME!
Traveling solo
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January 3, 2026
Fernando
Zaragoza, Spain
We hardly saw any alligators But the airboat ride was very interesting
With friends
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September 20, 2025
Cristina
Spain
I wish we had a tour in Spanish! The ride was fantastic, and the drivers were super friendly.
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September 11, 2025
Patricia
Madrid, Spain
100% recommended activity. If you're in New Orleans, both the airboat ride and the plantation tour are a must-do. It was an experience we'll never for...
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July 1, 2025
Rocio
Sevilla, Spain
A very fun ride. The captain took us through beautiful spots and showed us the animals up close.
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Airboat Trip in Barataria Preserve

Prepare to meet the colorful creatures of the bayou, such as ospreys, pelicans, frogs, turtles, owls, and snakes. We'll meet up at your chosen time on Barataria Boulevard, where we board the airboat and head out on a tour of the swamps of the Barataria Preserve.

We'll sail through the waters of these marshes, which form part of the Jean Lafitte National Park, discovering this unique ecosystem along the way.

The hovercraft makes our tour a true adventure, as we reach speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. We'll also slow down in certain places so you can capture the amazing scenery on your camera. The airboat will also take us to hidden corners of the reserve that are not accessible in more traditional types of vessels. This is an experience you'll never forget!

During the journey, the captain will tell you about the local way of life and culture. You'll also find out how the fishermen manage to survive in this land of hungry alligators.

Finally, we'll finish the tour an hour and 40 minutes after the start of the adventure.

Capacity of the Airboats

There are two types of airboat for this activity: a standard one with a capacity of up to 16 people or one that can accommodate up to 9 people. You'll share the trip with other travelers, but the route and commentary will be more personalized in the small group option.

Children Under 17

Children under 17 years of age may participate in the activity as long as they are over 4 feet (122 centimeters) tall. Children under this height will unfortunately not be allowed on the airboat.

Hotel pickup

If you prefer, you can also book a collection service from your hotel. We'll pick you up one and a half hours before the start of the boat ride and once the activity is over, we'll take you back to your accommodation in New Orleans.

Oak Alley Plantation

Upgrade your experience and enjoy an airboat ride plus a visit to Oak Alley Plantation. This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off, an English-speaking guide, and admission to the historic plantation. The itinerary will be adjusted to begin with a guided tour of the mansion, followed by the airboat ride through the reserve.

Please note that this tour lasts 9 hours.

Types of activities in New Orleans

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Airboat Trip in Barataria Preserve

We'll sail through the waters of these marshes, which form part of the Jean Lafitte National Park, discovering this unique ecosystem along the way.

During the journey, the captain will tell you about the local way of life and culture. You'll also find out how the fishermen manage to survive in this land of hungry alligators.

Finally, we'll finish the tour an hour and 40 minutes after the start of the adventure.

Capacity of the Airboats

Children Under 17

Children under 17 years of age may participate in the activity as long as they are over 4 feet (122 centimeters) tall. Children under this height will unfortunately not be allowed on the airboat.

Hotel pickup

Oak Alley Plantation

Please note that this tour lasts 9 hours.

Airboat Trip in Barataria Preserve