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Small-Group Manchac Magic Kayak Swamp Tour with Local Guide

Small-Group Manchac Magic Kayak Swamp Tour with Local Guide

Overview

Take a 2–3 hour kayak and canoe swamp tour through the historic Manchac swamp. A local Louisiana naturalist guides you through the historic Manchac Swamp explaining historic information and the native ecosystem. Please note that pickup times are 9AM and 12PM, one hour before the tour begins. Please read ticket after booking.

City: New Orleans

Mon 07 Jul

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Starting at $93.00

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Mon 07 Jul

Starting at $93.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

2-3 hour kayak swamp tour

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 14 people per booking
For transportation Uber is ok but not recommended

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (440)

moire123

Feb 2019

This was the highlight of my recent trip to New Orleans. I loved getting out on the water with a good friend and spending a few hours learning about the land and the wild life. Our guide was warm and calm (just like the landscape!). It was winter so we didn't see too many critters - but the egrets and red-winged blackbirds were lovely, and the guide engaged us with the landscape with all of his knowledge of the plant life. We were especially lucky on our trip out, since we were the only two on the tour. It was just us and some odd fishermen on the water. By the time we returned, multiple large groups were putting their kayaks in the water to start their day. I was grateful we went on the earlier side and had it all to ourselves.

Response from Host

Feb 2019

Thank you for the great review!

AhMoiKim

Feb 2019

We went on the Wild Louisiana Tours kayak tour in late February with Kurt (sp?). Overall we (4 adults) had a great time! Kurt gave us good information about the swamp and the native and/or invasive plants and trees that were brought into Louisiana. It was an over cast day with a couple downpours but it was not cold so we were still able to enjoy the experience. It was an easy kayak trip - only a few spots that required much effort to get through. This would be fine for any beginner kayaker. Unfortunately we did not see any gators or other wildlife. I read in other reviews that the gators don't come out in the colder weather so there was little expectation to see any but it was disappointing, nonetheless. I don't hold the tour company responsible for that at all. They are eco-friendly and don't believe in "baiting" to get the gators to come around which we are happy about. My average star rating is for two reasons - when we first arrived to the location we were greeted by three very welcoming and friendly men, including our guide Kurt (sp?). They offered our group the use of the restroom, and also offered drinks (water or beers), and snacks. When we went to grab a couple of water bottles - one of the men says "$2 per water guys." At first we thought he was joking. The way the drinks and snacks were offered gave us the impression it was included in the tour. We embarrassingly placed the waters back because we each brought our own hydroflasks. When offering, they should have said that the drinks and snacks were available for purchase, if we were interested. It would have saved us embarrassment. I reduced the other star because the life vests could use some replacing. In my opinion, they are in bad shape. Although we don't regret going with Wild Louisiana Tours for kayaking, we had a great time, we might try the airboat next time!

Response from Host

Feb 2019

When I first started this company my goal has always been to offer my guests a quality experience and accommodations. If you go with any other outfitter in the area you will have to meet them on the side of the road, park your car on the highway, and have no restroom or other accommodations available to you. After five months of digging ditches for plumbing, installing electricity, and laying gravel for a parking lot myself, I was happy to finally be able to offer my guests a restroom, food and drinks, and off-street monitored parking. What an unfortunate first response to trying to provide my guests with more quality amenities. Seems like three stars is a little excessive because you thought water was free, what other business would you walk into and take a water out of a coca cola merchandising fridge and assume it was free...

Samantha R

Feb 2019

Max was an amazing tour guide. He was so knowledgable and passionate about being in the bayou. Max made sure that everyone felt comfortable with their kayaks and was also there to help when needed. Max helped make the tour interesting with all the information he told us as we were traveing around. Even though we didn't get to see much wildlife (it was too cold) it was a cool experience to do and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to do something unique.

Response from Host

Feb 2019

Thank you Samantha for the great write up. We are glad you enjoyed your trip with Max. The winter can be quite scenic and relaxing.