Experience New Orleans’ wild bayou country on an exciting, family‐friendly air-boat ride. The trip begins and ends at 5145 Fleming Park Rd, in Lafitte, Louisiana. For more information or to book your trip, click here.

This boat tour winds through the mossy cypress swamp close to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, named for the 19th‐century pirate and smuggler. Tours last between two and four hours and cost $59.00.

While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from a native guide as you admire lush, forested shoreline and spot local wildlife. Both self-drive and hotel pickup options are available, and hotel pickups begin 75 minutes prior to tour time.


Enjoy a fast, thrilling ride on tidewater cypress swampland near the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. See alligators, turtles, snakes, egrets, herons, ibis and other wildlife. Choose from morning and afternoon departures on a small or large air boat. Small-group tour limited to ten people (small airboats) or 30 people (large airboats) for a more interactive experience.

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