Explore the causes and effects of one of 21st-century America’s worst natural disasters on a private, 3-hour tour of New Orleans focused on Hurricane Katrina. Learn about the confluence of extreme weather, the city’s vulnerable geography, and sociopolitical factors that lead to such a devastating loss of life and property when the hurricane hit. Drive through the city in a private vehicle to see the areas most affected by the storm, and hear how the recovery effort has reshaped New Orleans.
- Private, 3-hour Hurricane Katrina driving tour of New Orleans
- Visit areas that played a key role in the flooding and fallout after the hurricane
- Learn about the storm’s devastating effects on local communities
- See how the city has rebuilt through community effort and capital construction projects
- Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure
What To Expect
French Quarter
We start in the French Quarter and explain why the city was located there originally. The topography of the French Quarter and surrounding areas lay the historical groundwork for the city wide driving segment inthe afternooon.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
New Orleans City Park
After the French Quarter, we will drive through many neighborhoods to show you where levees were breached, flooding occurred and where protective measures were made.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Lakefront Arena
Here will will discuss the path of the storm and explain was has been done to prevent another disaster.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tulane University
Here we will discuss the topography of the city, noting the wet and dry areas, as well as see how the depth of flood water differed from
location to location.
• Admission Ticket Free
Garden District
Here we discuss the high ground and why this part of the city did not flood during Katrina.
• Admission Ticket Free
Warehouse/Central Business District
Here we discuss why various parts of the downtown area flooded and why others did not…such as the Convention Center and the Superdome.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Visitors with limited mobility and/or service animals should discuss this with us before booking.
Stroller accessible
A maximum of 4 people per booking, exceptions are made for larger groups.
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 4
