Jean Lafitte/Bayou Barataria Swamp Tour

Price: Adult $52
Child (4-12) $25

See the Cajuns of the Bayou living and surviving in harmony with the swamps. Here, the waterways are their highways. From the relaxed comfort of our covered Swamp Tour Boat, we will drift slowly past a 2000 year old Indian Burial Mound, a Cajun cemetery and Fishing village! You may see the wildlife that made the Barataria Swamps the Crown Jewel of the Louisiana Purchase. Here, birds, snakes, turtles, fur animals, and Gators are the king of the swamp and easily spotted in Spring, Summer, and Fall.

Gators do hibernte during the cold winter months, but lay on the bayou banks on warmer days. So even in Winter, our native Captains can sometimes find a sunning Gator on our tour. The slow drift of our tour boats through moss draped trees and small waterways, will provide ample opportunity for viewing and photography.

The swamp tour boats are fully narrated and our captains are natives of the Barataria Swamps with a background of gator hunting, fishing and trapping. They will entertain you and amaze you with the ecology of the swampland. They have lived the life!

Your Comfort is Guaranteed on Our Tour Boats. Board our Swamp Tour Boats that are specially designed for your comfort. They Have a roof, restroom, cushioned seats, and windows that can be raised or lowered during cold or rainy weather, along with plenty of standing and walking room. These tours are Entertaining, Educational and Exciting. It provides you with a relaxing view of our beautiful swamps.

What to bring: The boat is 12' wide and 40' long with a roof, so it is covered. If it rains, then you will not get wet. There are lexan windows that can be lowered to stop the wind and rain. If it is cold, bring a jacket or coat. Life vests are available but not necessary because the boat has side railing. The swamp tour boat is wheelchair accessible.

Tour Details

• Duration: Two Hours (with transportation please allow just under Four Hours)
• Tours depart daily
• Tour Times: 9:40am, 12:10pm, 2:10pm & 4:15pm
• Due to Daylight Savings, the 4:15PM Tour will not run from November 4-March 10
• If driving in for the day, or staying outside the pickup area, you may choose an alternate and convenient parking and pickup location (see map here)

Tour Pricing

• Adults: $52 | Children (4-12): $25
• A $20 deposit ($5 per child) is collected today, with the balance due upon tour check-in.