Kayak Swamp Tour: Paddle Through Louisiana's Bayous

Embark on a thrilling kayak tour through the enchanting Manchac Swamp in Louisiana. Discover the beauty of the wetlands, encounter diverse wildlife, and create unforgettable memories.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Old U.S. 51 - Experience the beautiful swamps of Southeastern Louisiana by kayak. Alligators, turtles, owls, and other wildlife are in abundance along the cypress lined banks of the Maurepas Swamp.

We are able to access shallow and narrow waterways that are impossible to reach with a motorized vessel.

What's Included
  • Transportation from the French Quarter
  • Paddle lesson
  • All necessary gear and equipment
  • Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on an exploration of the marshes and routes of Southern Louisiana, a stone’s throw from New Orleans!
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Location
740 N Rampart St
North Rampart Street
Departure Point: IF YOU ARE TAKING OUR SHUTTLE, PLEASE MEET AT THE PICKUP ONE HOUR AND 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR SCHEDULED TOUR TIME... Address: The Rampart Tree House 740 N Rampart Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Cmlip
May 26, 2026
Great swamp tour and saw so much! - Amazing kayak trip. We saw so many gators I couldn’t count them. At least 8 owls, a heron and egrets and so much more. Nick was a great guide and so knowledgeable. We were very lucky to see so much !
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Rachel
May 17, 2026
Amazing tour and great guide! - This tour was amazing. We went in the evening and were able to see a lot of wildlife. Michelle a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable on the history of the swamp and the wildlife.
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Seangt6844kw
May 15, 2026
Excellent way to tour the swamps! - Overall an excellent experience and a fantastic way to see the swamp! Our tour initially had to be rescheduled due to rain. This is a tough spot for any tour company but they were absolutely professional and accomodated everyone that needed to reschedule. The tour itself was beautiful with lots of extra knowledge and wildlife sightings from our guide Stephanie! I really couldnt ask for more for a swamp kayak tour.
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Joanne
May 15, 2026
Pleasant kayak trip in swamps - This was the highlight of my trip to NOLA. We spent 2,5 hours with a small group under the supervision of Scott and it was peaceful and got to see alligators, various birds and turtles. I would do it again especially with Scott.
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Houser1234
May 14, 2026
Must do! - Nick was amazing! So knowledgeable about the area, ecosystem and animals. Highly recommend.
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Sarahc56965696
Apr 20, 2026
Highly recommend! - We had a great experience! We opted to include transport, and Josh picked us up in New Orleans. He was also our guide - it’s very clear he knows a lot about the swamp and was happy to share with us. We saw plenty of wildlife (alligators, turtles, birds). The whole experience was very relaxed. For most of the tour we just paddled our way through the kayak - Josh saved the talking points for a secluded spot further into the tour which was nice - we could just look around and take it all in instead of trying to hear what he was saying while paddling.
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Kellsand
Apr 18, 2026
Beautiful and restorative paddle - The tour was fantastic--a great little respite from the bustle of New Orleans. The surroundings were beautiful and peaceful. Our guide, MJ, was friendly, competent, and extremely knowledgable about the area's flora, fauna, geology, and history (natural and human). We saw interesting birds and several gators! (They keep their distance.) Highly recommended.
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Lucky_b
Apr 10, 2026
Must try while in NOLA - This a unique way to experience NOLA. It’s off the beaten path away from the city full of tourists. You get to be in the “wild” and nature just outside the city. If you want to getaway from the bustle of the city and be in the calm of the water and cypress trees, this is for you! Josh was our tour guide. He did a great job and we really enjoyed our time! He was chill and friendly!
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Thomasgerardb
Apr 8, 2026
Pure Bliss - One of my best kayaking experiences ever! MJ, the tour guide, was exceptional! Michelle, at the office, likewise. I call it the "Garden of Eden", or, "Paradise Kayak Tour". A must do (if you're a kayaker!)!
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Erika_m
Apr 5, 2026
Highly recommend - Our tour Gide (River) was great and knowledgeable. We Had so much fun! I high recommend. Will definitely return.
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From $90
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).