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Full day (two tours with a free afternoon between)
16-seat airboat; up to 42 on the cemetery shuttle
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Check AvailabilityGators & Graveyards of New Orleans Combo
Wild by Day, Haunted by NightTwo sides of Louisiana in one coordinated day: a Signature 16-seat airboat through gator country by day, and an evening shuttle to New Orleans' famous above-ground cemeteries, where you'll walk among the tombs with your guide. Hotel shuttle pickup is included for the swamp tour; in the evening, meet us at a centrally located French Quarter bar to board the cemetery shuttle.
Tour Highlights
- ✓Two iconic New Orleans experiences in one perfectly coordinated day
- ✓Signature 16-seat airboat through gator country with a Cajun captain
- ✓Walk the above-ground cemeteries beyond the French Quarter
- ✓Free French Quarter afternoon between tours
- ✓Hotel shuttle pickup included for the swamp tour
- ✓Evening cemetery shuttle boards at a centrally located French Quarter bar
What Guests Are Saying
“DEFINITELY RECOMMEND. I cannot believe how great the customer service is with this Gators and Ghost. We had a weather related issue that was resolved without issue. It is hard to find companies that are willing to go the extra mile to help you out.”
★★★★★— Raf L.via Google
“Lenny was very knowledgeable and helpful when booking the tour! Would definitely book again.”
★★★★★— Robbyn A.via TripAdvisor
“Customer service was astounding. We had to make so many changes to our reservation that I was embarrassed. G & G was timely and professional throughout. 100% recommended!”
★★★★★— Visitor from New Hampshirevia Direct
About This Tour
Get the best of Louisiana in one perfectly coordinated day: wild swamp by morning, haunted cemeteries by night. Your hotel pickup, airboat, and evening shuttle are all arranged in one booking, with a long afternoon free in the French Quarter for lunch, a nap, or a cocktail.
Your morning starts with a 10:45 AM hotel pickup to the swamp, where your Cajun captain takes the Signature 16-seat airboat deep into cypress country: gators basking feet away, and that moment when the engine cuts and the swamp goes quiet around you. Back in the city by mid-afternoon, you're free until evening. At 7 PM, meet us at a centrally located French Quarter bar to board the climate-controlled shuttle that carries you beyond the Quarter to the above-ground cemeteries most tourists never see. There you step off and walk among the tombs, your guide's flashlight sweeping across weathered stone with the stories of who's buried there, and why some of them haven't stayed buried.
Two iconic experiences, one easy booking, one unforgettable day.
What's Included
- ★Hotel pickup and drop-off for swamp tour (French Quarter/CBD)
- ★Signature 16-seat airboat swamp ride with expert Cajun captain
- ★Evening shuttle to the cemeteries (climate-controlled)
- ★Guided walking tour through the above-ground cemeteries
- ★Expert ghost tour guide
Not included in this tour+
- —Food and drinks (beignet stop is on your own)
- —Guide gratuities
What to Bring
- ●Comfortable shoes for walking the cemeteries (uneven ground)
- ●Sunscreen (for daytime swamp portion)
- ●Camera or phone with a strap for the airboat
- ●Water bottle
- ●Dress comfortably for the weather
Departure Times
Swamp 10:45 AM-2:30 PM (hotel pickup)Cemetery 7-9 PM
Meeting Point
Hotel Pickup, then a French Quarter Bar
Details in confirmation email
This combo has two meeting points. For the swamp tour: hotel shuttle pickup at 10:45 AM from French Quarter and CBD locations (your pickup details are in your confirmation email). You'll return to New Orleans by mid-afternoon with a free afternoon. For the cemetery tour: meet us at a centrally located French Quarter bar at 7:00 PM to board the shuttle; the exact spot is in your confirmation email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should we tip our tour guides?+
Absolutely! Tipping 15-20% of your tour cost is standard and greatly appreciated — similar to what you'd tip at a restaurant. Our guides are passionate locals who rely on tips as a significant part of their income. A great guide can make your experience unforgettable. If they do, let them know!
What happens if it rains?+
Tours run rain or shine. If you show up in the rain, your guide will be there. We only cancel if conditions become dangerous, and in that case you'll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule.
What is your cancellation policy?+
Tours are non-refundable unless cancelled by the company or tour operators (typically due to dangerous weather like lightning or hurricanes). If you need to reschedule, contact us and we'll work with you to apply your payment to a different date or tour, subject to availability. We understand plans change — just give us as much notice as possible.
Can I reschedule my tour to a different date?+
We ask for at least 24 hours notice for any changes. If you need to reschedule, get in touch with us as soon as you know and we'll do our best to work something out. The earlier you reach out, the more flexibility we have.
Is this tour wheelchair or scooter accessible?+
It depends on the tour. Our walking tours around the French Quarter generally work fine for wheelchairs and scooters since they're on city streets and sidewalks. Our covered pontoon swamp boat is also wheelchair accessible. For bus and shuttle tours, the buses don't have lifts or room to store a scooter, but a collapsible wheelchair can usually be accommodated if you can manage the steps to board. Airboats are not wheelchair accessible. If you have mobility concerns, contact us and we'll help find the best fit.
Can I change my pickup location after booking?+
Yes. Just let us know at least a day before your tour and we can update it. The easiest way is through our live chat on the website, or you can text or call us at 504-226-5433.
I'm trying to book for today, but there's no availability showing?+
We close online booking several hours before each tour's departure time, and for some of our most popular tours, the cutoff can be even earlier. So if you're not seeing availability, it might mean the tour is full — but it might also just mean online booking has closed for the day.
Either way, chat with us. We can check directly with the tour operator and see if there's room. We've squeezed people in plenty of times, and it never hurts to ask.
Have more questions? Visit our FAQ page
Important Information
Riders must be at least 5 years old to join the airboat. Pregnant guests and those with neck or back injuries cannot ride the airboat. The 7 PM cemetery departure is the family-friendly one (not recommended for children 4 and under); cemetery walking is on uneven ground (grass, gravel).
Activity Level
Easy
Seated airboat ride, then a guided walk through 2-3 cemeteries on uneven ground (grass, gravel). Shuttle handles all transportation.
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