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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

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $65.00

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Mon 09 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)

Pat_T

Feb 2025

Hard to hear the guide...I have to enter more but have no more to say so I will just ramble on and on and on

Response from Host

Feb 2025

We will certainly remind guides to check that their guests are all able to hear them. Thank you for touring with Gray Line.

Star_S

Feb 2025

It was cool and windy! Went with my mom and sister! We had such an amazing time! We saw plenty of gators who were excited to get out in the sun. Saw many different variety of birds. Our guide played some really nice Louisiana centric music to enhance the vibes! Also had an unusual appearance by a few cows on the banks of the bayou! Learned why those might be more prevalent than we expected! Our guide was not just great at finding the best views and animal sitings , but also provided a lot of rich, historical facts about the area!

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Our expert native guides can add so much to the tour and truly enjoy sharing the story of their culture and wildlife.

Dale_W

Feb 2025

February 1 with weather in the 60-70’s sunny and alligators were sunning. A few turtles but little other wildlife today. Pretty waterways and some history of the swamp. Nice quiet trip on the flat bottom boat. Momentarily noisy when past by air boats

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you Dale. Our more normal weather has returned and our outdoor neighbors are back to greet visitors.