New Orleans · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Paddlewheelers on the Mississippi, airboats in the cypress and the quiet pontoons in between. These 15 are priced and clear about journey time, canopy or no canopy, and how much of the trip is spent driving out.
Cruise the Mississippi aboard Steamboat Natchez with live Dixieland jazz, skyline views, calliope music, and an optional Creole buffet dinner.
“Marlon is fantastic and fun ! Cheryl at the bar on the second floor was also amazing. Having a fun crew and nice jazz music made this experience worthwhile.”
Explore Honey Island Swamp by quiet boat from New Orleans, spotting alligators, birds and raccoons while learning about Cajun life and wetland loss.
“Captain Steve was great - he was really interesting and showed us so much of the wildlife and swamp - we really enjoyed it. Only disappointing thing was waiting round for Brian to come back and get us. Waited nearly 20 minutes.”
Cruise the Mississippi aboard Steamboat Natchez for live jazz, river history, French Quarter views, and an optional Creole lunch.
“Great fun and a must do activity in New Orleans. Easy to access and music and food delicious. Booking is easy and confirmed by email with vouchers .”
Review the New Orleans evening steamboat jazz cruise, with Mississippi River views, live Dukes of Dixieland music, cocktails, and optional dinner.
“The steamboat ride was excellent. They played music during that period which made it an even better experience. Highly recommend.”
Cruise the Mississippi aboard New Orleans’ riverboat, with live jazz, city views, captain’s narration, and an optional Creole lunch.
“Fantastic: we got a beautiful day for it and learned a lot!”
Pair Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation with a wildlife-filled Manchac Swamp boat ride on a full-day Louisiana tour from New Orleans.
“A must see if you enjoy history. The guide was truely knowledgeable and we really enjoyed our time there.”
Explore Honey Island Swamp from Slidell on a quiet 22-passenger boat with Cajun stories, alligators, birds, and protected wetlands.
“Aaron was our guide and he was very knowledgeable and made sure we got up close and personal with lots of wildlife. Medium sized boat with 11 people on each side. When he was able he made sure each side got to see everything.”
Cruise the Mississippi aboard the Creole Queen, hear New Orleans history, and tour Chalmette Battlefield with a National Park ranger.
“A really enjoyable & relaxing afternoon on a paddle boat, a true icon of the Mississippi. The presentation from historian guide Doctor Lauren was both informative and very entertaining.”
Cruise Louisiana’s Barataria Swamps aboard a covered boat, spot alligators, and hear local stories from guides such as Captain Ernie.
“This was my 2nd time on this adventure and it is worth every penny. The only thing I wish they could change is possibly is the sound system. I know that the guide is giving a lot of fun history and information and at times it was very hard to hear him. Also maybe to not talk when the loud airboats are near. But overall it is a great experience.”
Cruise Manchac Bayou by pontoon boat for alligators, raccoons, birds, Cajun stories, and a close look at Louisiana’s wetlands.
“Great, we loved the swamp tour and even got to hold a baby alligator. It wasn’t rushed and our swamp guide was great!! Saw lots of gators, hogs, and raccoons as well!!”
Review the Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans, with Mississippi views, live jazz, Creole buffet details, timing, and value advice.
“i Am handicaped and they were so helpful that i was able to enjoy the whole experience. the meal was good and my favorite dessert Bread pudding was good”
Cruise New Orleans bayous by pontoon boat, spot alligators and birds, and learn about swamp life on this affordable 90-minute tour.
“Great experience with the family! Our kids loved watching the alligators swim up to the boat to eat. Captain was able to get a few of them to rise up out of the water to get food on the end of a stick. Slowly gliding through the swamp was very peaceful and beautiful.”
Cruise the Mississippi to Chalmette Battlefield aboard the Creole Queen, with local storytelling, New Orleans views, and an optional Creole buffet.
“It was great. Very cool to ride on a Mississippi River boat. I liked the creole/cajun lunch option. Enjoyed our stop at the battlefield. It was a very enjoyable experience.”
Cruise the Mississippi aboard the Creole Queen for New Orleans skyline views, live jazz, cocktails, and an optional Creole buffet dinner.
“the food was amazing and the jazz was excellent. the views and cocktails were just what we needed to relax.”
Review the New Orleans swamp boat tour with hotel pickup, wildlife sightings, Cajun stories, practical tips, value, and seasonal advice.
“We went on the swamp tour with Capt. Ernie. Capt. Ernie was so knowledgeable about New Orleans, and the swamp and quite funny. He definitely kept us entertained, and the ride was nice. He told us we may not see gators, because of the weather. Fortunately for us it started to warm up, and we saw a total of six gators, and he let us hold a baby gator. I highly recommend this tour, and I will most definitely do it again in the summer time.”
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