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Hey y'all. Welcome to Gators and Ghosts. We're a small tour shop just off Bourbon Street. We've been here since 2008, first on Bourbon and now just around the corner on St. Louis. I'm a tour guide myself, I know the operators personally, and I know which tours are worth your time. Whether you're here for gators, ghosts, or just trying to figure out what to do with a free afternoon, you're in the right place.
— Lenny
Most Popular Tours
From$161
per person
Gators & Graveyards of New Orleans Combo
Airboat by day, a guided walk among the above-ground tombs by night.
Full daySee Availability
Best ValueFrom$75
per person
Signature 16-Seat New Orleans Airboat Swamp Tour
Our most-booked swamp tour and the one we recommend to first-timers.
About 1 hour 45 minutesSee Availability
21+From$45
per person
Uncensored No Karens or Kids Allowed 5 in 1 Wicked History Tour
No kids. No filters. Ghosts, vampires, voodoo, witchcraft, true crime.
2 hoursSee Availability
PremiumFrom$124
per person
New Orleans Premium VIP Airboat Swamp Tour
Only 6 guests on board, exploring spots the bigger boats can't reach.
About 1 hour 45 minutesSee Availability
Family FriendlyFrom$89
per person
Whitney Plantation Tour
The only Louisiana plantation dedicated to telling the story of slavery.
5 hours 25 minutesSee Availability
Family FriendlyFrom$37
per person
New Orleans Covered Pontoon Boat Swamp Tour
Covered and shaded, no age limits. The most comfortable ride on the bayou.
About 90 minutesSee Availability
Most PopularFrom$30
per person
French Quarter Ghost & Vampire Walking Tour
Vampire legends and haunted history on our most popular ghost tour.
1 hour 45 minutesSee Availability
Family FriendlyFrom$64
per person
New Orleans Super-Sized Airboat Swamp Tour
Fast, loud, and thrilling, with the best airboat price in New Orleans.
About 1 hour 45 minutesSee Availability
Family FriendlyFrom$61
per person
Eerie Nights: New Orleans Haunted Cemetery Shuttle Tour
Climate-controlled coach to haunted cemeteries walking tours can't reach.
2 hoursSee Availability
Family FriendlyFrom$59
per person
Explore NOLA Sightseeing City Tour
See the New Orleans locals actually live in, three hours across the city.
About 3 hoursSee Availability
From$199
per person
Swamp & Plantation Combo Tour: Oak Alley & Small Group Airboat
Small airboat plus Oak Alley Plantation in one full day, shuttle included.
Approx. 8 hoursSee Availability
PremiumFrom$69
per person
Paranormal Ghost Hunt in the French Quarter
Use real ghost-hunting equipment at two haunted locations in the Quarter.
2.5-3 hoursSee Availability
★★★★★
“They were super friendly, offered ways to save money, and even provide transportation. Our swamp guide was awesome, took us up close and personal to gators. Definitely recommend!”
★★★★★
“We took the large fan boat tour. It was so much fun. Everyone in my group loved the tour. The guide was so much fun. We will definitely come back again.”
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9+ tours across 4 categories
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Why Book With Gators & Ghosts?
We're not a faceless booking site. We're Charlotte and Lenny - aunt and nephew - running tours since 2008.
3,000+ Five-Star Reviews
Real guests, real reviews. Thousands of families and groups have trusted us with their New Orleans trip — and told their friends about it after.
Family-Owned Since 2008
Aunt and nephew team — not a corporate chain. We'll give you an honest recommendation even when it means suggesting a less expensive tour.
One-Stop Shop
Swamp tours, ghost tours, plantations, city tours — one place to compare, book, and ask questions instead of juggling a dozen browser tabs.
Talk to Local Experts
Not sure which tour to pick? Chat with us or call (504) 226-5433 — real locals who'll point you in the right direction.
French Quarter Location
Walk in, say hi, ask us anything at 728 St. Louis Street. If plans change day-of, we're right here in the Quarter — not in another state behind a 1-800 number.
Curated by Insiders
Every tour on our site is hand-chosen. We know the operators, we've done the tours, and we only sell what we'd recommend to friends.
Common Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your New Orleans adventure
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!
How far in advance should I book my tour?+
We recommend booking at least 48 hours ahead, though 72+ hours is better for busy weekends and holidays. Groups of seven or more should book as far in advance as possible. If you're already in New Orleans and need a last-minute tour, contact us at (504) 226-5433 — we'll do our best to fit you in!
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.
Do you run the tours yourself?+
We're a local booking agency that partners with 25+ carefully vetted tour operators in New Orleans. We personally evaluate every tour we sell, reading reviews and often taking the tours ourselves. This lets us offer you the best options across swamp tours, ghost tours, plantations, and more — all with one-stop shopping and local customer service. Think of us as your New Orleans tour concierge.
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