Founder · mostly semi-retired
Arthur Matherne Jr.
Arthur worked in a chemical plant and fished commercially before starting Airboat Tours by Arthur in 1994. The business remains family owned and operated.
The family & the crew
These waters.
These people.
Arthur’s began as a family business in 1994. The captains are lifelong residents of the bayou.
Call to book your ride
Runs the family business
Chad Matherne
Chad has driven airboats since he was eight. After twelve years in the oilfield, he took over the family business.
US Coast Guard captain
Jeremy Dufrene
A lifelong resident of the bayou, like the other captains on the crew.
US Coast Guard captain
Brad “Woody” Prine
From Tickfaw, and living in Luling since 2008.
The crew
Gerald Soderstrum
One of the captains listed by Airboat Tours by Arthur.
Call the office to arrange your ride. A particular captain is not guaranteed. Photographs show past scenes, not promised wildlife interactions.
“We had an amazing tour with Chad! He was so knowledgeable and fun.”
The next step is a conversation
Meet them
on the water.
Call the office to confirm your boat, current fare and departure.