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‘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
2:10pm Departure
Tour departs at 2:10pm; 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.
9:40am Departure
Tour departs at 9:40am; 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
1,784 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Swamp boat tour
Kay T,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Ernie was a hoot! He was very humorous and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Favorite thing I’ve done...
Shari Y,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Favorite thing I’ve done on my trip. Dewey did an amazing job. Great tour guide. Would go again in a heartbeat.
Captain Ernie made the...
Autumn T,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Ernie made the experience amazing! He was professional and had such a good sense of humor. He taught us so much about the bayou! 10/10 would recommend!
We had an amazing time!...
Lauren R,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time! Bobby was fun, knew his stuff, and all around a great experience. Would definitely recommend.
Great tour had a lot of fun.
Myles W,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great time, ITS A SWAMP TOUR… not a gator tour. You may not see gators especially depending on the weather and season, but on NOV 1 we saw plenty of gators, big and small. Our guide, Dewey was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide.
Great guide and tour. Saw...
Patricia G,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide and tour. Saw several alligators in different places during the tour. Guide very friendly and informative. Great day!
Nice tour
James W,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Everything good. A nice experience . The captain/guide is nice, funny. See some alligators. Compare other small group air boat tour, it is quite, easier lower cost.
Fun and informative
E196DNemilyr,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience! It was fun and informative. We were lucky enough to see some gators too! This was well worth the money!
Swamp boat tour
Stay26533000005,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ernie was a wonderful guide!!! He made the trip extra special --he was from the area and told great stories along the way!! The baby alligator made it even better!!! Highly recommend!!
Would recommend!
leahn584,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect swamp tour for family! Nice relaxing and enjoyable boat ride through the swamp! Our 5 year old enjoyed the ride as well!
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