New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure

Embark on an authentic Cajun adventure with a New Orleans Swamp Tour. Cruise through the Barataria Swamps, spot wildlife, and learn about the Cajun way of life.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Barataria Preserve - 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…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Swamp boat tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (from downtown New Orleans hotels only)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Experience the harmonious Bayou lifestyle of the Cajuns amid the swamps. These waterways serve as their main transportation routes. Whilst enjoying the easy-going atmosphere of our sheltered New Orleans Swamp Tour Boats, you’ll glide by a 2000-year-old Indian Burial Mound, a Cajun graveyard, and a fishing village! Witness the natural inhabitants that…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kellie_j
Apr 21, 2026
Amazing experience!! - Capt. Ernie is amazing!! Very knowledgeable, courteous and friendly. He gave us lots of information about the area, the wildlife and made sure we saw Alligators galore!! He told us about there breeding schedule and which gender we were looking at. I would absolutely book this again next year and would highly recommend Capt. Ernie !!
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Angela_b
Apr 21, 2026
Swamp tour - Ernie was so very knowledgeable. I learned a great deal about alli & crocks. Great time. Would highly recommend.
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Keyara
Apr 21, 2026
N/A - Captain Ernie was great and the tour was very informative Our shuttle driver Darin was also very professional and great as well
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Jill_s
Apr 20, 2026
Great tour - Captain Ernie was great, he was very informative, giving us details about the swamp and the alligators. We got to see plenty of alligators.
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Thynguyen
Apr 20, 2026
Great time- would do it again - Shuttle bus came on time within the window. No hiccups there. Ernie was a hilarious tour guide once we got to the swamp. Got to see alligators and everything. Ernie was throwing marshmallows to them. Go on this tour! It might not be around anymore if it becomes saltwater. The shuttle bus driver was able to drop me off at another place other than my hotel. I really appreciated that.
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Cathy_r
Apr 20, 2026
We saw alligators and enjoyed our informative tour! - Pick up was good, driver was fun & informative. The tour was really great, we did the boat and really liked that we went slowly and could easily hear or guide. He was very knowledgeable and informative about the area and the wildlife. He made it fun too! We got to see several gators up close and even saw a bald eagle and its baby in the nest at a distance. He also had a live baby alligator on board for us to pass around and take pictures with. He was an adorable little guy! Over all the excursion was great! There is also a gift shop where you can purchase snacks, drinks and souvenirs. Tip: bring a jacket, dress warm if the weather is at all cool or rainy. They do also rent blankets at the store.
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Sheryl_w
Apr 20, 2026
All about gators! - The water has to be fairly warm for alligators to be out. We were lucky enough to see quite a few alligators. I found the informatioAll about gators n that Capt. Ernie shared to be very interesting. I have a we whole new perspective on alligators.
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Melodie
Apr 20, 2026
Awesome Alligators. - We had a wonderful experience seeing several alligators in their natural habitat and hearing about the swamp. We got to hold a juvenile which was fun.
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Steve_p
Apr 19, 2026
Great swamp tour day - Swamp tour itself was great. Boat captain faves the full blown story of the area, historically and environmentally. Saw alligators. Learned about alligators, new info for us. And we , saw eagles. Got to hold a baby alligator, All very cool. Only warning- pick up and return to your hotel is not an exact science . Cooler on the water - my wife rented one of the limited heavy blankets - it was worth it to her.
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Chris_a
Apr 20, 2026
Transportation and... - Transportation and checking were seamless. The boat ride was nice, saw a few alligators and an eagle. Would’ve liked to be able to hold a baby gator like some of the pictures show.
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From $60
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).