New Orleans Bayou: Guided Wildlife Boat Tour

Embark on a thrilling guided wildlife boat tour through the New Orleans Bayou with Adventures of Jean Lafitte. Explore the stunning cypress swamp and encounter alligators, snakes, turtles, and a variety of bird species. Book now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Adventures of Jean Lafitte - Embark on a journey through a 20,000-acre (8,095-hectare) expanse of tidewater cypress swamp near the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. Glide across the shallow marshlands in your flat-bottomed vessel, as you’re serenely steered along the waterways. Explore the bayous bordered by moss-draped cypress…
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)
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (gift shop and bar available on site)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Prepare yourself for one of the top excursions available in New Orleans. Adventures of Jean Lafitte invites you on a unique Alligator Tour through the stunning Louisiana backcountry. Get your group together and embark on the journey less taken!
Explore 20,000 acres of tidewater cypress swamp during an hour and a half expedition. Look forward to potential…

Location
5118 Texas St
Texas Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lindacp5122wn
Jun 11, 2025
Amazing Time 🥰 - We had a great time today! We enjoy the sunshine and the gators 🐊! Definitely the person operating the boat today was very impressive and very knowledgeable about the surroundings!
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X8947gglisam
Jun 10, 2025
amazing - well, it was fun in the first 30 minutes and then a downpour came, but we didn’t get to see lots of alligators eating marshmallows so it was worth it
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Valerie
Jun 9, 2025
BEST TOUR EVER! SAW TONS OF GATORS - It was sooo good. We were on the flat boat ..the first one out for the day and we had a new host ..please find him today is monday June 9th ..he was new to giving a tour and he was amazing for it to be his first time. I have 13.5k viewers on tiktok and he ended with 11.2k likes ...please tell him thanks! Xoxo
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G7894falindas
Jun 8, 2025
Lovely, peaceful trip in the bayou. - Amazing scenery and very knowledgeable and fun guide. We saw plenty of alligators and a raccoon. Highly recommend for all ages.
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Tara_m
Jun 8, 2025
Terrific Tour on the Water - Great experience of alligators and wildlife on the water. Tour guide was awesome and funny. Very informative
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Valeriehy8985ay
Jun 7, 2025
Family adventure - My daughter, her boyfriend and myself had a wonderful time. Our guide ( can't remember his name) was informative, funny and played great music. Seen lots of alligators , raccoon and cows. Will definitely be back.
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O3320xvjesses
Jun 7, 2025
Pontoon boat - Very cool saw alligators and raccoons and a wild cow. It was very nice and relaxing trip! Best thing in New Orleans to do!!!
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71jahlilb
Jun 5, 2025
Amazing - The views and experience was a amazings and we took great photos. Nice breeze great music and vibes. Great people. Nice caption
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Lauraw144
Jun 3, 2025
Fun in the sun - The Swamp tour met our expectations. Saw many gators!! Who knew gators love marshmallows!?! Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly.
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Rosecn6862ae
Jun 9, 2025
First time - It was so cool, our guide showed us a mama alligator nest. The guide knew information and would recommend to other people.
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From $35
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).