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Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
An American Alligator sunning himself on the bank.
Local captains grew up in these wetlands.
Get up close to these amazing creatures!
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icon4 hours  (approx.)
iconOffered in: English
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Narrated boat cruise
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local guide
Local taxes
Gratuities
Snacks and refreshments available for purchase on boat
Gray Line New Orleans , 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
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Gray Line Lighthouse on the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock (Toulouse Street at the Mississippi River)

This activity will end right where it started.
Choose a morning or afternoon pickup from the French Quarter and climb aboard your coach for the ride deep into Cajun country. Watch the changing scenery as the cityscape transitions into expansive wetlands. You coach delivers you to the launch point across the Mississippi River, where you’ll transfer to an open‐sided, covered boat and set off on the fun and educational ride.

Your native guide will take you on a wildlife‐spotting expedition through this legendary Louisiana terrain. Glide along the water, viewing the lush greenery and abundant local wildlife, including nesting alligators, egrets, raccoons, snakes, and giant nutria. Some wildlife are more easily spotted during the warmer months of the year.  Get great photos and learn about the history and mystery of the swamps, including the culture and ingenuity of the Cajun people who have populated this region for almost 250 years. Your guides will share stories about Cajun music, bayou lifestyle, and culinary traditions — like the creation of Louisiana’s signature gumbo, as well as information about the region’s passionate efforts to preserve the wetlands.

Your coach returns to the French Quarter by mid‐afternoon or evening.
Itinerary
Pass By:  
Mississippi River
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.
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Pass By:  
Barataria Preserve
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.
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Pass By:  
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.
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Stop At:  
Adventures of Jean Lafitte
Enjoy your swamp cruise narrated by local captain.
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Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Included
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Gray Line New Orleans
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the departure point for the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:The tour begins at the Gray Line "Lighthouse" Ticket Office in the French Quarter at Toulouse Street & the Mississippi River - at the Steamboat Natchez Dock (400 Toulouse Street.)
Jun 2021
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Is there parking near the departure point for the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:There are public parking lots on Decatur Street that charge hourly rates. Some require prepayment through an automated kiosk on site. The parking lot closest to the tour departure point is Jax Lot # P401, 500 Decatur St.
Jun 2021
Q:
What should I wear during the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:Casual, comfortable attire is best. Please wear comfortable shoes! Please avoid tank tops, cut-offs, or short shorts.
Jun 2021
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What type of boat is used during the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:This tour uses a comfortable, custom-built pontoon boat that is safe for the fragile local ecosystem.
Jun 2021
Q:
How long is the actual cruise during the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:The cruise is approximately 2 hours long.
Jun 2021
Q:
Can I bring my camera on the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:Absolutely! Bring your camera to capture the “bon temps” (good times) on the bayou!
Jun 2021
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Is food available during the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:Yes, snacks and refreshments are available for purchase.
Jun 2021
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Is the Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans handicap accessible?
A:Yes, however, be sure to list any special needs in the "Special Requirements" box at checkout and call the local operator at least 72 hours prior to your tour date to confirm suitable arrangements.
Jun 2021
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What is the policy on sanitization during Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation from New Orleans.

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Traveler Tips

  • "Part of the trip the water came over the front floor of the boat, so be watchful of leaving your items on the floor." See review
  • "The inside of the boat floor got a little wet, so be careful of the shoes you wear." See review
  • "Gotta see a lot of wildlife and it's was worth it." See review

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star-5
Best tour we took in NOLA.
Robert_F
, Jun 2022
T Earl was an awesome guide and made it a lot of fun. Saw some gators and enjoyed a beautiful day on the water.
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star-3
Sunny ride
Ryan_T
, Jun 2022
Was good but would have likes to see bigger alagators but only little ones that swan by the boat for Marsh mellows
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star-5
Beautiful and educational
Rebecca_D
, Jun 2022
Captain EJ was a great host! I learned a lot about the area. The Bayou was absolutely beautiful and I loved seeing the wildlife, especially the alligators.
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star-5
Excellent family trip!
Muirne_T
, Jun 2022
Excellent trip! Transportation from New Orleans and back was prompt and driver very friendly & knowledgeable. Our boat captain was born & raised in the area. He was very entertaining, down to earth, knowledgeable & made the trip even more interesting. He put our group on some young gators and everyone greatly enjoyed seeing them. The entire boat trip was just beautiful & relaxing. The bayou is very serene. Definitely recommend!
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star-5
Gator Delight !!
Linda_F
, Jun 2022
Best time ever !! Our captain T-Earl was fantastic, he was funny and very informative and he taught us a lot about the swamp, bayou and alligators along with history of all New Orleans has been through! He even knew just where to take us to see the Alligators! My Friends and I had a fantastic time and would highly recommend this tour !
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star-5
Bayou Swamp Tour with real Cajun tour guide
Marissa_N
, Jun 2022
The boat ride was very relaxing and the views of the cypress trees were beautiful, we got to see a couple younger alligators, due to the heat most of them were not out during the day. The captain we had was very friendly and funny and made the ride an unforgettable experience with enjoyable humor plus on top of it at the shop there we seen a rare albino Alligator named Sugar!
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star-5
Fun Swamp tour
aparnasrinivas
, Jun 2022
Good experience, no wastage of time. The pickup and drop off driver was very informative and friendly. The swamp tour guide was cool. The passengers were very loud so could not hear all the information well. Saw 5 alligators and nice swamp corners
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star-4
A day in the swamps
Peter_B
, Jun 2022
From start to finish was amazing! Tour guide stopped so we could take pics of the alligators coming up for marshmallows.
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star-1
This tour was a waste of...
JARRETT_P
, Jun 2022
This tour was a waste of time and money. It shouldn't be advertised in the summer months. We didn't see ANY alligators and the heat was miserable! The advertising was false. We thought we'd get to hold a baby alligator and feed them marshmallows but we didn't do any of the above. The boat seats were uncomfortable and he drove it slow so we barely had a breeze. Lastly, the tour guide put everyone to sleep.
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star-5
Bayou and swamp trip
naomi_s
, Jun 2022
The trip overall was great. Grayline staff were very helpful following a mix up with our tickets. Tour was well organised and interesting. The only negative is the blurb suggests hotel pickup is available but recommend you making your own way to the tour start however pickup is not available
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
T. Earl was amazing. So...
Becca_D
, Jun 2022
T. Earl was amazing. So much fun. He just made it a memory for our grandson. Would return for another round if we had time.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-2
Too short and unimpressive
Vladimir_P
, Jun 2022
Its a very short trip. Looks like many bayous have been closed after Ida and the boat didnt have much to go to. The whole ride was only about 1 hour and wasnt exciting.
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star-5
Great tour
Becky_J
, Jun 2022
Tour guide gave an excellent tour with a lot of history of the area. Lots of alligators, and interesting sights.
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star-5
Great trip
Genny_A
, Jun 2022
Our bus driver was amazing, very informative! Have lots of history. Swamp tour guide was hilarious, a true Cajun! Would definitely recommend
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Swamp Tours
Maribell_M
, Jun 2022
I enjoyed watching the alligators close up and the story about the cemetery that we can see as we passed by. It was a nice boat ride.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Informative
Bernadette_O
, Jun 2022
Learned memorable information from the tour and the guide had jokes. Good to know the truths of NOLA .
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star-3
Not that great
Theresa_M
, Jun 2022
It was just ok, couldn't hear guide very well, but wasn't very engaging. Not many gators or much wild life, not really impressed with any of it
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star-5
Very knowledgeable tour...
Douglas_G
, Jun 2022
Very knowledgeable tour guide and overall a great trip. It happened to rain while we were on the tour, but we were still able to see a number of gators and get a lot of information on them along with the Swamp/Bayou's. Didn't see much other wildlife due to the rainstorm, but would still recommend if you want to see gators.
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star-5
Seeing the alligator was...
Kaniz_S
, Jun 2022
Seeing the alligator was quite amusing!! Boy ride through the swamp was a great experience!! Out boat operator was funny and knowledgeable!!
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star-5
Wonderful
Jennifer_C
, Jun 2022
Alton our driver was very fun and knowledgeable. Our boat captain took us to some great places to see gators !
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