* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The Ultimate Swamp Tour Experience is just that – we have the best swamp tour in New Orleans! Join the city’s oldest tour company and catch a ride out of the concrete jungle and venture into the swamps and bayous once inhabited by legendary pirate and War of 1812 hero Jean Lafitte. Look no further and book now for the highlight of your trip to the Big Easy!
Swamp boat tour
Transportation from the French Quarter
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Gratuities
Departure Point
400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Gray Line Lighthouse on the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock (Toulouse Street at the Mississippi River)
Return Details
400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Gray Line Lighthouse on the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock (Toulouse Street at the Mississippi River)
Barataria Preserve, Marrero, Louisiana, United States 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.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States 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.
5145 Fleming Park Rd, Lafitte, LA 70067, USA Experience the timeless beauty of South Louisiana in a custom built swamp boat. Native guides will reveal the mysteries of the swamps and bayous and the Cajun “joie de vivre.” Discover how the seafood from our bountiful waters provides a wide assortment of delectable local dishes! Observe the nesting grounds of alligators, egrets, raccoons, nutria, and many species of snakes. Some wildlife are more numerous during the warmer months of the year. Learn why our wetlands are disappearing due to coastal erosion and man’s efforts to correct the damage it has done and restore this vital habitat. 120 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
Anthony_S
15 Mar 2025
Bus trip both ways was informative and comfortable. Melinda was great.
Our guide on the water was also superb. Forgot his name, Outback Jack?
Lindsay_S
05 Jan 2025
It was unfortunate that we did not get to see any alligators on our trip because it was a little too cold and cloudy. We however still got to see so many birds and scenery that it was still well worth the money! Absolutely grateful that the gift shop has sweatshirts as it felt a whole lot cooler the day we went than anticipated!
Jacqui_T
29 Nov 2024
We were on the large canopy boat with about 40 people. At first, I thought it was a mistake because we didn’t go on the air boats, but when the air boats took off, I couldn’t believe how loud they were! So we had a leisurely, quiet and lovely ride. We saw egrets and several Alligators. We learned a little of the history of the Bayou and had a memorable afternoon. We took the bus from New Orleans, and everything was right on time.
This tour in
New Orleans
is organized by
Gray Line New Orleans
Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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