New Orleans: Airboat Swamp & City and Katrina Tour Combo
French Quarter, New Orleans
Discover New Orleans and the bayou on a full-day guided tour. Visit landmarks, explore Katrina-affected sites, and embark on an exciting airboat swamp adventure blending sightseeing with high-speed thrills.
New Orleans Swamp and City Tour with Airboat Ride
This full-day tour in New Orleans combines a high-speed airboat swamp adventure with a 3-hour city and Hurricane Katrina tour, suitable for nature and history enthusiasts.
Tour Highlights
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Discover New Orleans landmarks aboard an air-conditioned minibus
- Learn about Hurricane Katrina’s impact and ongoing recovery efforts
- Experience a thrilling airboat ride through the bayou with wildlife sightings
- Explore Cajun wetland life and unique above-ground cemeteries
Description
The tour starts with a 3-hour city excursion visiting historic sites such as Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and The Cabildo, the former Spanish colonial city hall. Pass through the French Quarter for a preview, then head to Esplanade Avenue to see century-old homes and City Park’s Dueling Oaks.
Walk through one of New Orleans’ distinctive above-ground cemeteries and learn about burial traditions. Travel along St. Charles Avenue, home to the Garden District and Anne Rice’s residence, before visiting the Lower 9th Ward to understand the area’s post-Katrina rebuilding.
The swamp tour features stadium-seated airboats powered by 454 Chevy engines reaching speeds up to 35 mph. Navigate bayou waters close to wildlife, including alligators, bald eagles, pelicans, ospreys, and owls. Experienced captains guide you to the best viewing spots year-round.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by air-conditioned minibus
- Licensed guide
- Guided tours of the city and swamp
- Entry to St. Louis Cemetery No. 3
- Educational swamp tour and airboat ride
- Experienced airboat captains knowledgeable about local wildlife
Excludes
- Food and drinks (snack and souvenir shop available on site)
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Airboat tours take place on an open boat; in rain, you may get wet. Rain ponchos are available for purchase at the gift shop.
- Pregnant women and guests with neck or back issues cannot participate in the airboat ride.
- Children must be at least 48 inches tall to sit and wear a seat belt on the airboat.
- Hearing protection is provided during the airboat ride.
- Tour order may vary based on weather and availability.
- Dress appropriately: bring a coat and long pants on cold days, or a hat and sunscreen on sunny days.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable clothing suitable for both city walking and swamp conditions.
