Airboat Trip in Barataria Preserve

Get ready to discover Louisiana's bayou in a unique way with this airboat trip. This hovercraft ride takes you to hidden corners that traditional boats can't reach, with a chance of seeing alligators.

Airboat Trip in Barataria Preserve

Meet colorful bayou creatures such as ospreys, pelicans, frogs, turtles, owls, and snakes. The meeting point is on Barataria Boulevard, where you will board the airboat for a tour of the swamps of the Barataria Preserve. The tour includes navigating waters of marshes in Jean Lafitte National Park, reaching speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. There will be stops for photo opportunities, and the tour will access areas not reachable by traditional vessels. The captain will share insights about local culture and life, including how fishermen coexist with alligators. The tour lasts for one hour and 40 minutes.

Capacity of the Airboats

There are two types of airboats available: a standard one with a capacity for up to 16 people and a smaller one for up to 9 people. The smaller group option offers a more personalized experience.

Children Under 17

Children under 17 may participate if they are over 4 feet (122 centimeters) tall. Those under this height cannot board the airboat.

Hotel pickup

You can book a collection service from your hotel, with pickup one and a half hours before the boat ride. After the activity, you will be taken back to your accommodation in New Orleans.

Oak Alley Plantation

Upgrade to include an airboat ride and a visit to Oak Alley Plantation. This option features hotel pickup and drop-off, an English-speaking guide, and admission to the plantation, starting with a guided mansion tour followed by the airboat ride. The total duration of this tour is 9 hours.