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The swamp trips: gators, Spanish moss and airboats that move like the engine has a grudge, half an hour out where the bayou takes over. Smaller boats slip into channels the big ones cannot.
Discover Louisiana's wetlands on a 2-hour boat tour from New Orleans, with wildlife sightings, local guides, and a visit to a water-accessible Cajun village.
Most Popular“Xander was excellent! Definitely seems like it’s best to go when it’s a bit warmer (it’s ~40° here this week) but we saw a bit gator and a bunch of adorable raccoons!”
Discover the thrill of a swamp airboat ride near New Orleans, spotting alligators and wildlife, with expert guides and scenic views—an authentic bayou adventure.
“Mark was an excellent tour guide, bringing us to some beautiful spots, including the Disney inspired area for the princess and the frog. actually got some video of him, kissing an alligator on the snout, truly a special encounter!”
Discover the perfect blend of history and nature with this full-day swamp boat and plantation tour from New Orleans, ideal for wildlife lovers and history buffs alike.
“A must see if you enjoy history. The guide was truely knowledgeable and we really enjoyed our time there.”
Experience Louisiana’s wetlands on a small, intimate swamp tour from Slidell, spotting alligators, wildlife, and learning about Cajun culture in just 2 hours.
“Will not disappoint if you’re hoping to see some things. Lots of alligators swimming around as we floated down the bayou! You’ll also see birds, turtles and maybe some raccoons! It’s hot in the bayou so bring water. Our guide Will was fun and talkative…”
Experience the thrill of high-speed airboat rides through Louisiana’s wetlands near New Orleans, with wildlife sightings, expert guides, and stunning scenery.
“Had a great time with Dewey showing us around the swamp. We were lucky enough to see so many gators!”
Discover the natural beauty and cultural highlights of Louisiana’s swamps on this 1-hour 40-minute guided boat tour; perfect for wildlife lovers and history buffs alike.
“Discover a swamp microsystem unlike any other, where water and flat land are locked in a quiet, constant negotiation”
Experience the thrill of an airboat swamp tour near New Orleans, spotting alligators and wildlife with expert guides, plus convenient hotel transport.
“The driver to the bayou was very funny and informative. Our tour captain was great and we saw gators, eagles and herons.”
Experience Louisiana’s stunning swamplands on a small-group airboat tour with hotel pickup, wildlife viewing, and expert guides. Perfect for nature lovers.
“Fun! Great guide! Definitely recommend the small airboats. You get a very interesting experience to see swamp wildlife and learn the history.”
Discover Louisiana's wildlife and Cajun culture on a Manchac Bayou Swamp Cruise with optional pickup from New Orleans. Family-friendly, wildlife-rich, and full of local lore.
“The Manchac Bayou Swamp Cruise is one of those rare experiences that’s equal parts thrilling, hilarious, and oddly beautiful. The guide deserves full credit for that—he wasn’t just knowledgeable about the swamp’s history and wildlife, he knew how to put on a show. In a…”
Discover Louisiana’s wildlife with a guided boat tour through the Bayou of New Orleans. Enjoy close encounters with alligators, birds, and scenic cypress swamps.
“The boat ride was very enjoyable and informative. Our guide was entertaining. We got to see some wildlife and also the gators of course. The gift shop and rest rooms were clean and very easy to do shopping and don’t forget to stop and see…”
Discover Louisiana’s wildlife on a 4-hour swamp tour with boat rides, expert guides, and scenic bayou views. Perfect for nature lovers and families.
“Outstanding tour—beautiful bayou, alligators in their natural habitat, and a knowledgeable, friendly guide. Perfect mix of adventure, history, and nature. A top highlight of New Orleans!”
Discover Louisiana’s cypress swamps, creole plantations, and Southern charm with this full-day tour. Includes airboat ride, guided tours, and gourmet lunch.
“A great way to experience NOLA in a short amount of time! The two plantation tours were so interesting and the lunch was great. The airboat ride was fun and our airboat captain was fantastic. It was nice and relaxing to have the activities and…”
Explore Louisiana’s bayous and historic Oak Alley Plantation on this guided day trip from New Orleans, combining wildlife, culture, and history for an authentic experience.
“It was a great experience and the trip was fun! To the alligators and raccoons in the swamp to the beautiful lined up trees in Oak Alley, it was an amazing day!”
Discover the wildlife, history, and scenery of Louisiana's swamps on this 2-hour boat tour with hotel pickup, guided by passionate locals for an authentic experience.
“Very good and detail tour and history of the swamp . Very good tour guide he explain everything about the swamps”
Explore Louisiana’s bayous on a small-group kayak tour near New Orleans. Experience wildlife, cypress forests, and wetlands on a 2.5-hour adventure with expert guides.
“Ali was such a great guide. Our group was mostly first timers and Ali made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident on the water. She was super knowledgeable on all of the wildlife and vegetation and was able to teach us so much about the…”
Brass bands, bayous and stories best told after the gas lamps come on.