New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure
Overview
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1 hour 40 minutes
Mobile ticket
Take a New Orleans swamp tour and wetlands adventure! See the Cajuns of the Bayou living and surviving in harmony with the swamps. Here, the waterways are their highways. From the relaxed comfort of our covered New Orleans swamp tour boats, you will drift slowly past a 2,000 year old Indian burial mound, a Cajun cemetery and a fishing village! You may see the wildlife that made the Barataria Swamps the crown jewel of the Louisiana Purchase. Here, birds, snakes, turtles, fur animals, and gators are the kings of the swamp, and are easily spotted in spring, summer, and fall.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Swamp boat tour
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
What To Expect
Barataria Preserve
Travel along the Mississippi River to reach your destination in the swamps. On this tour, you will enjoy a fully narrated swamp tour by one of our local captains on the comfort of a swamp tour boat. Our tour boats feature a roof, cushioned seats, windows that can be raised or lowered for the weather, restroom, and plenty of standing and walking room. You may even experience a close encounter with some of the local swamp life.
Options
12:10pm Departure
Tour departs at 12:10pm; No hotel pickup included; Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early for check-in.
2:10pm Departure
Tour departs at 2:10pm; No hotel pickup included; Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early for check-in.
9:40am Departure
Tour departs at 9:40am; No hotel pickup included; Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early for check-in.
4:15pm Departure
Tour departs at 4:15pm; No hotel pickup included; Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early for check-in.
Reviews
1,604 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was one of the best...
Sandra H,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was one of the best tours we’ve had during our recent trip to New Orleans. Our guide, Ian, was very knowledgeable about the area. There were plenty of alligators to see too, and Ian knew just where to find them! Highly recommend this adventure!
We saw alot of gators so...
Huldah S,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00We saw alot of gators so many i got tired of taking videos of them lol. Even saw a few furry critters as well. Much fun.
Amazing experience!
Allen K,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you come to New Orleans, this is the tour!! It is fun, safe and you'll see gators, as well as other wildlife in the swamp!
Taylor was awesome
Yvette C,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Taylor was an amazing tour guide ! Very knowledgeable. Did his best to get us close to gators. We saw plenty of gators. He pet touched one.
It’s an amazing view and...
Martissa P,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00It’s an amazing view and experience! Our Kids Even Enjoyed It! You can take many pictures of alligators and raccoons.
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