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Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

Overview

Nowhere is Louisiana’s wildlife more abundant than in the swamps and bayous of New Orleans. Take a boat ride through these swamps and bayous and be on the lookout for alligators, raccoons, snakes, turtles and native birds. Hear stories from your guide about local Cajun culture and the mysteries of the swamps and bayous.

City: New Orleans

Sun 08 Jun

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Starting at $65.00

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Sun 08 Jun

Starting at $65.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Narrated boat cruise

Local guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Local taxes

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels
Tour vehicles are equipped for wheelchair storage. If wheelchairs collapse and fold, they can be placed in the storage compartment on the bus
Electrical wheelchairs are permitted, but special arrangements need to be made with the supplier for a handicap-accessible bus. This must be arranged 72 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher.
Unfortunately, electrical scooters are not permitted
During winter months, wildlife sighting experiences may vary.

What To Expect

Barataria Preserve

After a short coach ride across the Mississippi River, embark on a fascinating 2-hour boat trip through the swamps and bayous of New Orleans. You will travel through the Barataria Preserve, part of the Jean Lafitte National Park & Preserve system. The preserve offers a taste of Louisiana's wild wetlands, protecting 23,000 acres of bayous, swamps, marshes and forests.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

Barataria Preserve is part of the Jean Lafitte National Park & Preserve system, which preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

A163BOmaxm

Mar 2025

The area is amazing and the boat was very silent. We enjoyed spotting gators and getting a good impression of the bayou. I would highly recommend visiting the area.

turquoiser2025

Feb 2025

Best tour ever! The bus and boat were top notch and very comfortable! The views were spectacular! Thank you! We will book with Gray Line again in the future!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

We look forward to seeing you on more Gray Line tours. Thank you from all of us.

Cairline_V

Feb 2025

We absolutely loved it!!! My kids had a blast! They enjoyed seeing the gators get close to the boat.We are coming back to NOLA for this tour!

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Please return. No telling how many other native animals will come out to surprise you on any given day. Thank you for bring your children as well.