Where other flat bottom boats use an outboard engine with a propeller in the water or some form of manual propulsion such as oars or a paddle an airboat uses a fan to force air behind the boat and push the vessel forward more on that below.

Swamp boat vs airboat. Before you put a swamp tour on your list of Louisiana trip must-dos decide whether you want to take a leisurely ride or a thrilling one. Theyre known for their loud propellers which operate above the waterline meaning the boat sits on the water and not in it. Pontoon Swamp Boat or Airboat.

Airboats are propelled by enormous fans. Airboat Adventures is just 45 minutes from the French Quarter. Airboats are a great choice if you plan to navigate shallow waters marshes bayous or swamps.

Some tours take place on what is called a swamp boat which is in general a less expensive option for most people. Both ways are perfect. What is the difference between an airboat tour and flat bottom boat tour.

Ive never done an airboat ride either but I have done 2 swamp tours in small boats wtih an outboard motor. Well even pick you up from any hotel in the Greater New Orleans area. If playback doesnt begin shortly try restarting your device.

I like the excitement of traveling across open areas at a high rate of speed. We go on the 6 person airboats the larger airboats hold 12. Some people mistakenly think that the airboats only travel at high speed which is not true.

Lakebuggy Single seat model. Choose the right airboat swamp tour. The difference between an airboat and other types of flat bottom boat is in its propulsion.