Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
If you are a more experienced kayaker, trying to get away from the regular crowds and varying levels of experience and skill that come with them, the 4 hour excursion trip is for you. This is a tour for the adventurer, an opportunity to go a little bit further and see a whole lot more. Spend 4 hours total on the water, guided by an experienced local naturalist, exploring the vast cypress forests and bayous that make up our nation’s 2nd largest bald cypress swamp
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Maurepas
A beautiful swamp just outside of New Orleans, Louisiana
Options
Manchac Swamp Extended 4-Hour Kayak Tour with Pickup
What‘s Included
kayak, paddle, life jacket
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food/ Drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nick was a great guide
tinanS4441ON,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked it very last minute and they were still very accommodating. Nick was a very good guide. I appreciate how he would pick up litter along the way. He was very passionate about the wildlife. When I asked about native vegetation, he was informative and started pointing those out as well. Would recommend again.
A swamp full of birds
Connector63576369722,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fabulous trip with birds, reptiles, plants, and mammals. Stephanie had a wide range and depth of knowledge and showed us some gems of the swamp. We saw a flock of swallow tailed kites catching insects on the wing - and eating them. What a sight. This topped off a barred owl and nesting herons
Wonderful
742monica,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Superb kayaking activity in New Orleans! The landscapes are simply inimitable, we take full eyes from beginning to end. Many thanks to our guide Stefanie, very friendly, efficient and passionate. She knew how to make the outing both safe and really pleasant. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover nature differently!
Excellent Trip!
nicolebR2375XK,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fantastic time on the water with Stephanie! Highly recommended doing the extended tour to really get to explore the area and time to watch wildlife! Appreciated the stop off at the services for a bathroom break before and after the water! Pickup was on time and meant we didn’t need a car in New Orleans. Was a perfect way to spend my birthday! Thank you
Fantastic!
V2747NChannahf,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are considering doing the 4-hr extended tour DO IT! Our group was small, two couples, and one solo traveler. Each of us had different levels of kayaking experience but thanks to Nick's amazing introduction we were all prepared for a GORGEOUS afternoon on the water! With the extended tour we were able to really find all sorts of beautiful animals and learn from Nick's wealth of nature knowledge! It was really special that Nick helped us to find a beautiful mother owl!
Stephanie made the day unforgettable!
D3786JUemilyw,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow! Stephanie worked so hard to make my family have a perfect day. She checked in with us ahead of time about my children and their needs . She picked us up and chatted with us about the ecology of the area as she drove us to the swamp. She knew all of these wonderful paths through the swamp where we could truly feel like we were having a magical look into an environment that was really quite unfamiliar to us. One particularly memorable moment was when she guided us to focus on a particular tree as we all paddled toward it-- a barred owl swooped out from her hidden nest. Soon her mate joined her and they preened one another. It was really clear that this was a guide who knew the area well and wanted to help us to catch sight of all of the creatures and plants that we came to see but probably would have missed with a less careful guide. I would recommend our day with Stephanie and NOLA kayak to anyone. She made it an unforgettable experience.
extended kayak swamp tour
Getaway517253,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time on this tour, and our guide Nick was so passionate about the swamp, the birds, and kayaking. As a result, we engaged with many birds, learned about the swamp ecosystem, saw alligators, and had a great time.
We had a blast
Louise V,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We just came back from this tour and it was so much fun, what a great day. The swamp and all the wildlife were amazing and Stephanie our guide was a sweetheart and super knowledgeable about it all We’d do this one again for sure
Nature paddle
teresaak2023,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nick was a highly knowledgeable naturalist. He showed us wildlife and taught us about swamp life. We saw barred owls, baby gaitors and more. He accommodated the pace of the various participants, myself and a family.
Wonderful day in the bayou
caro418,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nick is an amazing guide! He led our large group of paddlers through the extended tour with so much knowledge it was incredible. Nick also gave us time to absorb the peace in the bayou- what a wonderful day
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