New Orleans is great - So unique - food, history, neighborhoods....The Kayak Swamp Tour was the best! I came in very concerned about potential problems, mostly falling into the water and the presence of alligators. The guide made a huge impact. AJ was reassuring and gave me a confident, calm approach that got me started on a truly magical experience and afternoon. He explained how we would get out of the water with his help, which was fantastic for my nervousness. AJ told us stories of his experiences, about the area and our route, the animals and their behavior to expect. He was fantastic about spotting animals too--we saw six alligators, an up-close barred owl, and many birds. He knew the area and the wildlife well, and had experience with navigating a group when there were larger gators around (although our gators were smaller). AJ went above and beyond to be accommodating and make the experience special for our group. We are very grateful to him for making our trip to New Orleans so adventurous and fun!