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Bayou Swamp Tours offers top-rated airboat and swamp boat tours just about 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans. Led by expert Cajun guides, our tours explore the scenic bayous of Louisiana. Hotel pickup from the French Quarter is available. Our swamp tours get you up close and personal with alligators! Strap in, it’s one wild ride!
- The Ride: A thrill on the airboats and a scenic cruise on the pontoon.
- The History: Learn the story of the bayous and of New Orleans swamplands
- The Wildlife: Interact with all the living creatures including gators, raccoons, wild hogs, birds, and much more!
What types of swamp tours do you offer in New Orleans?
The Small Airboat
6-10 passengers
The Large Airboat
15-27 passengers
The Pontoon Boats
Traditional Covered Boat Swamp Tours
Our Pickup Service
Round trip to the French Quarter
What will I learn on a swamp tour?
Highlights of taking a Swamp Tour In New Orleans
Swamp tours offer an exceptional experience unlike any other. These tours not only provide a thrilling adventure but also a unique educational opportunity. Here’s what you can learn on a swamp tour.
Unveil the Secrets of Diverse Ecosystems
Swamps are teeming with life. On a swamp tour, you'll learn about the intricate ecosystems that thrive in these watery environments. Guides explain how plants and animals coexist and depend on each other.
Encounter Fascinating Wildlife Up Close
Imagine spotting an alligator basking in the sun or a rare bird in its natural habitat. Swamp tours bring you up close with wildlife, offering insights into their behaviors and habitats.
Understand the Importance of Wetlands
Wetlands play a crucial role in our environment. On these tours, you'll discover how swamps protect against flooding, purify water, and support biodiversity.
Experience the Culture and History of the Region
Swamps are rich in history and culture. Learn about the people who live near these environments and how the swamps have shaped their lifestyles and traditions.
Appreciate the Beauty of Untouched Nature
Swamp tours allow you to witness the raw beauty of nature. You'll see landscapes and scenery that remain untouched and pristine, offering a moment of tranquility and connection with the natural world.
What time do tours depart, and how long do they last?
Boats leave the dock at 8am, 9:45am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm . It is important that you be there at least 15-30 minutes before so you have plenty of time to check-in.
All tours are 1 hour 45 minutes packed with excitement. Give us a call, to join us for a swamp tour New Orleans style. We book up fast! Why book with Bayou Swamp Tours?
Bayou Swamp Tours offers the most thrilling swamp tours New Orleans has to offer. The Bayou tour company offers various options for you to choose from…
What makes Bayou Swamp Tours different?
Experience
Our passionate and experienced Captains combine the excitement of a New Orleans airboat swamp tour with the fascination of a backwater nature tour. See why we are the #1 New Orleans swamp tour.
Whether you book a small boat, a large, or a pontoon boat tour, the experience our Cajun Captains provide is the best in Louisiana.
Wildlife
Explore thousands of acres in our unique Louisiana ecosystem featuring backwater wildlife such as alligators, over 200 species of birds, wild pigs, raccoons and so much more! Experience the murky waters of the swamp firsthand on your New Orleans (NOLA) airboat trip down the mysterious waterways.
Availibility
Swamp tours from New Orleans typically sell out weeks in advance. With us, you’ll have exclusive access to the most availability on airboat tours and swamp boats in all of Louisiana.
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Top questions about Bayou Swamp Tours
Get answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about our Louisiana airboat tours.
Larger groups (6+) are recommended to book weeks to months in advance of the trip to secure the best possible boat and time slot. So book as soon as you know you will be in the area. We also can take last minute bookings and will do everything we can to accommodate!
An adventure so enticing, you'll want to come back again and again! Contact Bayou Swamp Tours TODAY!