Lafitte Alligator Swamp Guided Boat Tour
Discover Alligators and Wildlife on a Scenic Swamp Tour Near New Orleans Louisiana
LA
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Louisiana's Stunning 20,000-Acre Cypress Swamp
- • Enjoy an 1.5-Hour Alligator Tour with Expert Local Guidance
- • Experience the Most Diverse Wildlife in New Orleans' Backcountry
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the enchanting bayous of New Orleans! Join a Guided Boat Tour that takes you deep into Louisiana’s stunning wildlife habitat, where lush cypress swamps and serene waterways are waiting to be explored. This experience offers a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement, with opportunities to witness the incredible wildlife that calls this vibrant ecosystem home.
The journey begins aboard a comfortable flat-bottomed boat, as a knowledgeable local guide shares captivating stories about the bayou and its inhabitants. During this 1 hour and 30-minute tour, keep your eyes peeled for alligators basking in the sun, playful turtles, and a variety of birds, including egrets, herons, and even majestic bald eagles. Each twist and turn through the winding waterways reveals the unspoiled beauty of the Louisiana landscape. Capture stunning photographs as the guide may even engage with the alligators, ensuring some thrilling moments for all aboard.
This Guided Boat Tour isn’t just a fantastic experience for nature lovers; it also makes an incredible gift for friends and family seeking a unique adventure. Perfect for special occasions or just because, this journey into the heart of New Orleans’ wilderness is sure to create lasting memories. Reserve a spot today and discover the magic of the bayou!
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Experience Overview:
Guided Boat Tour Of New Orleans Bayou And WildlifeAre you ready to experience one of the best excursions New Orleans has to offer? Adventures of Jean Lafitte offers personal Alligator Tours through Louisiana’s beautiful backcountry. Gather your whole crew and come experience the “road less traveled”!
You’ll be touring 20,000 acres of tidewater cypress swamp. During your 1 hour 30 minute tour you’ll have opportunities to see alligators, snakes, turtles, egrets, herons and ibis, and we sometimes see hawks, owls and bald eagles.
NOTE: We are approximately 35-45 minutes from New Orleans. Cab and uber services are not available in our area. If you book the self-drive option you will not receive hotel pickup. If you book the option with pickup, pickups will begin 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to tour time.
Meeting Point
5118 Texas St
5118 Texas St, Lafitte, LA 70067, USA
What's included:
- Local guide
- Pontoon boat ride
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (if option with transport is selected at the time of booking)
Not included:
- Food and drinks (gift shop and bar available on site)
What to expect:
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Adventures of Jean Lafitte
5145 Fleming Park Rd, Lafitte, LA 70067, USA
Set out on a 20,000-acre (8,095-hectare) tract of tidewater cypress swamp close to the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Your flat-bottomed boat is leisurely guided through the shallow marshes. Discover bayous lined with mossy cypress and tupelo-gum trees as your captain points out a stunning variety of wildlife. Enjoy a fully narrated tour by a local guide.
Prepare to see plenty of alligators in the warmer months (and warmer days in winter), some of which may be out sunning themselves on logs! Your guide may even feed the gators, affording you amazing photo opportunities. Also keep your eyes open for turtles, snakes, egrets, herons and ibis. You may even catch sight of a hawk, owl or bald eagle. In the cooler months, look for white-tailed deer, raccoons and the large rodents known as nutria.
1 hour, 30 minutes
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Adventures of Jean Lafitte
Product SKU: US-16743-0001
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Lafitte Alligator Swamp Guided Boat Tour
LA
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Louisiana's Stunning 20,000-Acre Cypress Swamp
- • Enjoy an 1.5-Hour Alligator Tour with Expert Local Guidance
- • Experience the Most Diverse Wildlife in New Orleans' Backcountry
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