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
Please note you are not guaranteed to see a gator. They hibernate in winter months but are easily spotted in spring, summer, and fall.
When traveling with multiple passengers, you must make one booking with all passengers to insure that you are on the same boat. If you did not book together, you are not guaranteed to be together.
Service animals are permitted.
Emotional support animals are not permitted.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Swamp boat tour
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Options
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.
12:10pm Departure
Tour departs at 12:10pm; No hotel pickup included; Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early for check-in.
Reviews
2,054 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved it and Definitely worthwhile
Jeremy Z,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Get to pet an alligator, see an old Louisiana cemetery and Indian burial ground plus a lot of gators. Highly recommend this tour company
Captain BeepBob is the best!
Departure205906,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain BeepBop was amazing!
Outstanding Swamp Tour with Captain Deweii – Highly Recommend!!
Tony K,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolute blast on the New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure! From start to finish, it was one of the highlights of our trip. Captain Dewei was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and incredibly funny, keeping the whole group laughing while sharing fascinating facts about the swamp ecosystem, local wildlife, and Louisiana history. His energy and expertise made the tour feel personal and special. We got incredibly lucky and saw several fierce alligators up close! The captain skillfully maneuvered the boat so we could get some amazing photos and views without disturbing them. Seeing those powerful creatures in their natural habitat was thrilling and unforgettable. The boat ride itself was smooth, comfortable, and safe. The scenery was beautiful, and the whole experience felt authentic and well-organized. If you’re visiting New Orleans, this is a must-do adventure — especially with Captain Dewei! Highly recommend. We’d go again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Captain Dewei and the whole team! Note: if you are coming from the city and not driving, sometimes Uber drivers might not know the place. Best to talk to the people at the ticket counter for an end time and reserve your trip beforehand to avoid waits
Best Swamp Tour in NOLA
Brigette R,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best swamp tour in New Orleans! Tena is the sweetest, most coolest local you’ll ever meet there. ❤️Captain Duey gave the best tours (it’s his backyard!) and showed us all his crocodile friends. It was my parent’s first time visiting, and they loved it. Highly recommend.
Ernie Made This Everything!! 10 Stars!
kaledford,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience from start to finish! Ernie was hands down the best guide we could’ve asked for. He was incredibly knowledgeable, kept us laughing the entire time, and made the tour so much fun with all the interesting facts and stories he shared along the way. We saw plenty of gators, and the surprise at the end, getting to hold a baby gator, truly made the experience unforgettable. 10/10 experience and highly recommend booking this tour, and if you can, definitely ask for Ernie!
Amazing tour!
W6789JFmelissab,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing! Trey was knowledgeable, personable and so funny!
Lacking integrity
Leonardo H,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00So we were a little bit late due to traffic issues. We called ahead of time and were told they could not wait the extra 3 minutes it would take us to get there. When we arrived they were still loading the boat even though they told us that they were leaving right at scheduled time. So they still sold more spots and held the ship up for it. That is unfair.
Give Bobby a raise!
Marley M,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bobby was awsome!! Very knowledgeable about the history of the area and environment. His interactions with the wildlife were the highlight of the trip 10 out 10 even though he needs work on his marshmallow aim
Amazing, far exceeded expectations!
Virginia H,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My friends and I can not rave enough about this tour! We learned a lot about the local geography and ecology and saw SO many gators! Tour guide Bobby did an amazing job making it educational, fun, and engaging. He is a true gator whisperer!
Awesome time - captain...
Allison H,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome time - captain Bobby was the best and so knowledgeable about everything. Super chill guy, answered all questions and you could tell he loves his job.
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