Mississippi River Delta Excursion

Fly over the river delta, then explore it by boat!

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This adventure is for those ready to get out and explore nature!

The Mississippi River Delta is an area that is not very accessible, and this helicopter/boat combo will give you the best views and access in one trip.

Delta Discovery Tours is a nature- and charter-boat operator that brings travelers deep into the Mississippi River Delta on small boat eco-tours designed to create a private and intimate setting. Your boat captain and guide, Richie, has a wealth of local knowledge and constantly amazes his guests with this 5-star experience.

From the air, you will see the area around Neptune Pass — where you will later explore the delta with Captain Richie. You will also get aerial views of both Fort Jackson and the remnants of Fort St. Philip.

After landing, you will join Delta Discovery Tours and explore the Mississippi River Delta. This experience includes approximately 2 hours on the water with Delta Discovery Tours.

Adventure Flight:
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Standard Itinerary

  • 8:00am Check-in at Lakefront Airport

  • 8:30am Departure from Lakefront Airport

  • 8:30am - 9:15am Flight over the Mississippi River Delta

  • 9:15am Land at Le Matidora Inn (or other riverside dock location)

  • 9:45am - 12:00pm On the water with Delta Discovery Tours

  • 12:30pm Departure from Le Matidora Inn

  • 1:00pm Arrival at Lakefront Airport

Optional Itinerary

  • 12:00pm Check-in at Lakefront Airport

  • 12:30pm Departure from Lakefront Airport

  • 12:30pm - 1:15pm Flight over the Mississippi River Delta

  • 1:15pm Land at Le Matidora Inn (or other riverside dock location)

  • 1:45pm - 4:00pm on the water with Delta Discovery Tours

  • 4:30pm Departure from Le Matidora Inn

  • 5:00pm Arrival at Lakefront Airport

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Mississippi River Delta Excursion
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Frequently asked Questions

  • Where is Delta Discovery Tours located?

    • They are located at Empire, Louisiana, in Plaquemines Parish — about 18 miles upstream from Venice, Louisiana.

  • Where is Le Matidora Inn located?

    • Our landing location at Le Matidora Inn is located in Buras, Louisiana — about an 8-minute car ride from the Inn to the Delta Discovery Tour dock.

  • Is it possible to land else where in the Delta?

    • While our standard tours land at Le Matidora Inn, on select occasions it may be possible to land closer to the boat with Delta Discovery Tours. Please call for more information.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Le Matidora Inn / Delta Discovery Tours?

    • Flight time is approximately 30 minutes each way. However, en route to Delta Discovery Tours, the flight is extended to fly over Fort St Philip, Fort Jackson, as well as Neptune Pass.

  • Where will I explore in the Mississippi River Delta with Delta Discovery Tours

    • Most of the time on the boat will be in the area of the delta area close to Neptune Pass, where new land is being formed as the Mississippi River creates a new outlet to Gulf.

  • What does the Adventure Flight include?

    • The Mississippi River Delta Excursion Flight includes round trip helicopter transportation from New Orleans Lakefront Airport to Delta Discovery Tours and approximately 2 hours on the water with Delta Discovery Tours.

  • Will I see the end of the Mississippi River?

    • This flight does not fly to the end of the Mississippi River. Although the flight does not go to the very end, you will see various locations where smaller streams pour into the Gulf and surrounding bays.

  • Can I extend my flight to the end of the Mississippi River?

    • Yes — you can extend your flight to fly all the way to end of South Pass for an additional $1050 per flight.