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Louisiana Tour Company

Louisiana Tour Company

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Louisiana Swamp Tours, City Tours, Plantation Tours & More

The Most Exciting New Orleans Swamp Tours For Over 24 Years!

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Swamp Tour by Tour Boat

Climb aboard our enchanting swamp tour boat and embark on a thrilling adventure through the mystical Barataria Swamps. Get ready to be spellbound by the hauntingly beautiful cypress trees and the playful antics of curious gators — it’s a journey you won’t soon forget!

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Airboat Swamp Tour

Experience the BEST swamp tour in New Orleans! The area toured is a combination of swamp, marsh and lake. The swamp is such a diverse ecosystem that you may see anything such as a bald eagle, a pelican, an osprey, or even an owl. Book online today!

  • Hour Glass 3.5hrs

3 Hour New Orleans City & Cemetery Tour

Join us on a 3-hour journey through the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where you’ll soak in the city’s rich culture, and gain insight into the resilience and recovery of the community in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, making history come alive in every step!

  • Hour Glass 6.5hrs

Destrehan Plantation & Swamp Combo Tours

Step into history at Destrehan Plantation, then venture deep into the heart of Louisiana’s enchanting swamps on our exciting combo tour, where you’ll encounter alligators and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the bayou. Book online today!

  • Hour Glass 7hrs & 15mins

New Orleans City & Swamp Combination Tours

Explore New Orleans’ vibrant city & mysterious swamps! If you are interested in experiencing all that New Orleans has to offer, the City/Katrina Tour and Swamp Airboat Tour is the perfect combination tour and ultimate Louisiana adventure. Book online today!

  • Hour Glass 8.5hrs

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Combo Tours

Step back in time among the majestic oaks of Oak Alley Plantation before diving into the enchanting depths of Louisiana’s swamps, where alligators and Spanish moss create a truly unforgettable combo tour experience. Book online today!

  • Hour Glass 9hrs

Oak Alley Plantation + 3 Hour New Orleans City & Cemetery Tour

Join our Oak Alley Plantation and 3-Hour City & Cemetery Tour for a captivating journey through New Orleans, where the elegance of the plantation and the resilience of the city’s spirit combine for an unforgettable adventure! Book online now!

  • Hour Glass 5hrs & 45mins

Oak Alley Plantation Tour

Step into a world of Southern splendor on our Oak Alley Plantation Tour, where the stately oaks, grand architecture, and rich history blend together to create an unforgettable journey into the heart of Louisiana’s captivating past! Book online now.

  • Hour Glass 2hrs

New Orleans Ghost Tours

Disease, disaster, sinister spirits, and murder most foul! Join us on our walking tour for historically accurate tales of local haunting and vampire lore. Experience a Spine-Tingling Journey Through the City’s Eerie History! Book online today.

Cajun Invasion Seaplane Tour

Experience the thrill of soaring above the enchanting Louisiana bayous on our Cajun Invasion Seaplane Tour, where you’ll embark on an adventure that blends the flavors of spicy Cajun cuisine with the serenity of a scenic seaplane flight!

About Louisiana Tour Company

A local, family-owned business since 1989.

Join us for the most exciting city, plantation, swamp and high-speed airboat tours while discovering the wild side of Louisiana! You’ll be given first-class treatment on our swamp tours in Louisiana. We pride ourselves on being the best we can be. Ninety Nine percent of our guests tell us our tours were the highlight of their visit to New Orleans and French Quarter. With all the attractions here in New Orleans, that tells us we did a excellent job!

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This was definitely our favorite part of our trip to Nola. Our guide, Erik, was really knowledgeable about swamps and gators and made this a truly memorable experience!

It was an amazing experience! The boat ride itself was a thrill, seeing all the different animals in their natural habitat was impressive! The swamp was beautiful and spooky at the same time with the overhanging trees and Spanish beards. We saw alligators, raccoons, birds, swamp cows.

From beginning to end, a delightful day. The Oak Alley tour was very informative. Our swamp tour was truly outstanding. Captain Ernie is personable, knowledgeable, and an all-around terrific captain. I cannot recommend this tour and this company enough!

We had a great time. Our guide was great, answered our many questions, and seemed genuinely interested in giving us the best tour possible. The airboat was pretty comfy and good fun.

Great tour very knowledgeable guide. Friendly and very prompt on pick up time. Guide was very funny and had a lot of personal knowledge about New Orleans.

Had a great time. Seen a bunch of alligators and learned a lot about an area. Ian was a great guide and was very knowledgeable about everything in the area.

We loved the whole thing! The bus driver was so nice, the plantation was lovely. But the highlight of our day was the airboat!! Ian was our guide and he was so knowledgeable about everything in the area!! Showed us so many things in nature from the cypress trees to the gators and all in between!! Highly recommend!!

My boyfriend and I really enjoyed the swamp experience. Our boat tour guide Ernie was full of information and a good sense of humor. I definitely recommend the tour to anyone thinking about it.

Captain Ernie was incredibly knowledgeable and an awesome host for the large airboat tour. We love learning new things and did!

We were picked up at Jackson Square and had a friendly air conditioned ride to the lovely Oak Alley Plantation and then a Airboat Swamp tour. The four of us enjoyed the staff and all the beautiful views and loved our Airboat Swamp tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and Airboat tour was lots of fun. Highly recommend!

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Explore acres of authentic Louisiana swamps and waterways on a New Orleans swamp tour that gets 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!

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The Small Airboat

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The Large Airboat

15-27 passengers

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What you will learn?

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.

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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.

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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.

Top 5 Endangered Louisiana Species

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.

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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.

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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.

Swamp Tour times

Boats leave the dock at 9:45 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm and 6 pm (if there is enough daylight for the 6 pm tour). 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…

Why book with Bayou Swamp Tours?

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.

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.

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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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Cultural, Educational, Historical, Mystical, Unforgettable…Swampland Journey

Our alligators don’t want to see you later, they want to see you now! Our Cajun Captains can’t wait to welcome you back!

Tours offered daily at 9:30AM, 12Noon and 2:15PM and seasonally at 4:15PM. Please remember this is a family friendly environment, please dress appropriately.

Cajun Pride Swamp Tours is a privately owned wildlife refuge just 25 miles from New Orleans.  We invite you to join us for a unique and educational journey back to the early days of Louisiana bayou and swamp explorations by offering authentic Louisiana swamp eco-tours, plantation tours, and combination tours .

Cajun Pride Swamp Tours is unique in that our privately owned swamp ensures that your narrated tour will not be disturbed by other boats .  Our native Cajun Captains are all natural…homegrown in the Bayous of South Louisiana. With accents and humor that will take you back to the early days of Louisiana bayou and swamp explorations, our Captains guide guests through the primitive beauty of the moss-draped cypress trees while showing off the American Alligator and abundant wildlife.  Experience up-close our fauna-the inhabitants of our swamp, our flora-the sweet smell of our wild hibiscus rose mallow and marsh mallow plants, and the unique history of the Cajun town of Frenier within the Manchac Swamp.

We offer tours for those with just a few hours to spare and for those with additional time for sight-seeing. Enjoy a swamp or single plantation tour which requires only 4 hours of your day or relax on one of our full-day combination tours.

Looking for a catered event with Louisiana cooking-large or small? Our large picnic area is the perfect venue for a crawfish, shrimp or crab boil, jambalaya dinner, barbecue or even boxed lunch.

Transportation is available for all of our tours. Unwind and leave the driving to us!

Additional tour options are offered by our industry friends . 

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For many years people have traveled extensively to Louisiana to locate a unique and exciting adventure exploring Louisiana’s back country with its meandering bayous and swamp that you can only experience here – the historical Manchac Swamp.   We invite you to join us for an educational journey back to the early days of Louisiana bayou and swamp explorations.

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