Outdoor activities near New Orleans
15 bookable experiences
Hikes, water and open air within reach of New Orleans — the trips worth leaving the city for, with the gear and the guide included.
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Airboat Swamp Tour
Experience the Premiere New Orleans air boat tour, led by a professional Captains. Alternate between high speeds and cruising as you past fascinating flora and fauna. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation…
After Dark Haunted New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour
Enjoy a shockingly fun cemetery bus tour while a licensed guide shares with you the amazing history of New Orleans. Explore these cities of the dead under moonlight and be on the lookout for paranormal activity, so…
Oak Alley Plantation and Large Airboat Swamp Tour from New Orleans
The Oak Alley plantation tour is one of the most magnificent plantation tours near New Orleans because of the 28 evenly spaced, huge Oak Trees that go from the river road to the Plantation House. The Greek Revival home…
Guided Boat Tour of New Orleans Bayou
Are you ready to experience one of the best excursions New Orleans has to offer? Adventures of Jean Lafitte offers personal Alligator Tours through Louisiana’s beautiful backcountry. Gather your whole crew and come…
Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans
This is a half day tour of the Whitney Plantation and a Tour of the Louisiana swamp in a 16 to 20 passenger airboat through the marsh and swamps of southeast Louisiana.
Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour with Local Guide
Take a 2–3 hour kayak and canoe swamp tour through the historic Manchac swamp. A local Louisiana naturalist guides you through the historic Manchac Swamp explaining historic information and the native ecosystem. Please…
Airboat Ride with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Take a thrilling airboat ride through the wetlands near New Orleans and plenty of alligators on this active, family-friendly tour. Travel over bayous and open waterways around the colorful, historic fishing village of…
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Learn how to fly a plane in New Orleans on an exhilarating 50-minute flying lesson that includes sights of the mighty Mississippi River, the historical French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome! The must-do experience…
New Orleans Guided Kayak Swamp Tour
Experience the mysterious beauty of the Louisiana wetlands on a guided kayak tour through the legendary Maurepas Swamp. Voodoo Swamp Tours offers an immersive paddle through towering cypress trees, winding bayous, and…
Swamp - Eco - Cruise
Book your adventure with Gulf Coast Eco Tour to explore the swamps of Mississippi and Louisiana. Your Swamp Eco Cruise ticket also includes a self-guided walking tour—perfect to explore before or after your time on the…
Whitney Plantation and Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour Combo
A Rich Cultural and Ecological Experience of Louisiana! The Swamp Kayak Tour, Cajun Food, Plantation Tour Experience: • Transportation to and from New Orleans • Intermediate Paddle through Manchac Swamp • Perfect for…
New Orleans Sightseeing Flight
Soar above New Orleans on a 30 or 45 minute sightseeing flight, and enjoy aerial views of the southern city's showstopping sights! While aboard the small sightseeing plane, listen to city tales from the pilot and look…
Small Airboat and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans
Our Airboat tour site is the closest to the plantation making your travel time in the vehicles less. We operate on all private swamp where NO other boats are allowed and no idle zones or noise ordinance. Our small boat…
Covered Boat Swamp Tour
Experience the Louisiana Bayou! Join us on a fun filled slow boat tour led by a professional Captains. Learn all about the unique swamp wildlife, bayou history, and enjoy some Cajun comedy. Enjoy the convenience of…
New Orleans Group Sightseeing Flight for 4-5 people
In New Orleans we don't need an excuse to have fun. So forget Bourbon Street, and take the party to the sky! Leave the crowds behind and take your small group of 4-5 people on a private 30 or 45 minute sightseeing…
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