New Orleans Swamp Tour: Explore Cajun Bayou Life

Embark on a thrilling New Orleans swamp tour and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Louisiana’s Cajun wildlife. Explore ancient burial mounds, Cajun cemeteries, and a vibrant fishing village while encountering majestic birds, snakes, turtles, fur animals, and gators. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 1 hour, 40 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Barataria Preserve - Travel along the Mississippi River to reach your destination in the swamps. 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…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Swamp boat tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Additional Information

Embark on a thrilling adventure with a swamp tour in New Orleans! Witness the inhabitants of the Bayou coexisting peacefully with the swampy surroundings, using the waterways as their main transportation routes. Enjoy a leisurely journey on our sheltered swamp tour boats in New Orleans, gliding past an ancient 2,000 year-old Indian burial mound, a local…

Location
9706 Barataria Blvd
Barataria Boulevard
Departure Point: Barataria Blvd, Marrero Address: 9706 Barataria Blvd. Marrero, LA 70072 Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour time. The boats will depart on time and cannot delay start time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Z1385cacheryld
Oct 6, 2026
Alligators in the bayou - Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He made our tour very enjoyable and we did not feel rushed . I would highly recommend him as best guide ever.
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547briara
Oct 6, 2026
Worth it! - Loved Ernie !! He’s very knowledgeable and very informative!! Good soul! Taught our tour a lot about the swamp gators and history AND possible future of the area. I’m glad he’s out there protecting the swamp!
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993christig
Oct 6, 2026
So worth the money! - This was the best thing we did on our trip. Captain Ernie was great and knew so much . He knew exactly where the alligators were we saw at least 8. He also provided insight of the area and wildlife from a native that grew up in the swamps. It was excellent and so worth the money!
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Kayla_j
Oct 6, 2026
It was a really great... - It was a really great experience. Ernie was the tour guide and he did an amazing job with keeping the stories interesting that he told us about. You can tell he really loves his job!!
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Jennifer_h
Oct 4, 2026
Great tour, must do! - Such a great tour our guide Erin was so lovely, knowledgeable and made our group feel safe. I was a bit afraid going into the tour with seeing wild gators and all but it was such a great a experience. Highly recommend this Tour especially because the boat is covered and the weather changes all the time.
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Alyssa_o
Oct 4, 2026
We love Ernie! - Great experience with Ernie as our guide! So knowledgeable and has such a passion and love for the nature, animals, and people he shows you. A genuinely beautiful landscape to get to explore from the comfort of the covered boat. Also the lady in the gift shop was an absolute gem and so kind! Definition of southern hospitality!
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Natalia_b
Oct 4, 2026
Balanced science, history and humor - Ernie did a great job sharing the history, science and culture of the bayou. Learned more about alligators; dispelled a lot of stereotypes about these creature. Ernie had a true love of nature and protecting the bayou. His sense of humor kept us entertained. A must do activity!
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Lauren_w
Oct 3, 2026
Captain Ernie was... - Captain Ernie was amazing! We saw quite a few alligators and learned so much. As a Louisiana girl I was surprised by how much I learned. 10/10
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Dagfrode_r
Oct 2, 2026
Must do - A fantastic tour and so educational. Our guide, Ernie, was full of wisdom and experience. Highly recommended.
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Shelley_r
Oct 5, 2026
Swamp tour - Very informative. Loved seeing the gaters and wild animals and swamp. Nothing I would ever try to navigate on my own so appreciate the expert guide.
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From $35
up to 30 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).