NEW ORLEANS, La. (NOLA NOW) - If you’re looking for a little adventure outside just beyond the city, a short drive from New Orleans brings you deep into the swamps of Jean Lafitte to Airboat Adventures.
Airboat Adventures is a family owned swamp tour just 35 minutes from downtown New Orleans. The family friendly tour gives you a chance to see untouched cypress swamps and bayous.
You’ll also see different types of wildlife including American alligators, birds, turtles, and raccoons.
The swamp tours combine adventure with authentic Louisiana ecology and culture. Airboat Adventure tours highlight the history of Jean Lafitte, the importance of the Barataria estuary seafood industry, the role of wetlands in hurricane protection, and local wildlife conservation.
You can enjoy one hour and 45 minute tours on airboats ranging in size from 6 to 30 passengers with a covered pontoon boat.
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Airboat Adventures also has licensed captains to take you on a scenic swamp ride seven days a week, four to five times daily.
Hop on board for a ride filled with Louisiana wildlife and culture.
For more information visit Airboat Adventures or call 504-689-2005.
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