Zam's Bayou Swamp Tours
Zam's Bayou Swamp Tours
4.5
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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About
A Cajun bayou swamp tour only accessible by boat. See alligators, turtles, birds, fur-bearing animals. French-speaking guides available. A gift shop is available, and an on-site Cajun restaurant is open on weekends. Large groups are also welcome with advance reservations.
Kraemer, Louisiana
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Max S
8 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
I cannot recommend this tour enough. We came to LA for culture and food and this gives culture to the max. ZZ was am incredible guide and was really easy to hear, no matter how far back in the group you were. "zoo" park is full of laughs and great animal experiences.
The boat ride was definitely an hour+ long and we saw tons of Gators and he was full of local insight. Even saw a bald eagle catch a fish right out of the river.
If I'm ever in this area again I will be back. Don't go elsewhere if you want a one of a kind experience. I've been a zipline guide and a city biking guide and ZZ definitely knows the job. Great experience.
The boat ride was definitely an hour+ long and we saw tons of Gators and he was full of local insight. Even saw a bald eagle catch a fish right out of the river.
If I'm ever in this area again I will be back. Don't go elsewhere if you want a one of a kind experience. I've been a zipline guide and a city biking guide and ZZ definitely knows the job. Great experience.
Written April 5, 2021
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Erin Norris
2 contributions
Jun 2022
This was exactly what I was looking for! I saw Zam on Vice news and thought this was a very wholesome person who's business was worth checking out. When I found out I was traveling to Louisiana for work, I looked up his tours to see if they were close and sure enough he was located right off of the highway for my drive home.
The tour was great! We got to see an array of animals that are local to the swamps and got to ride down the river to see some in the wild. We also got to talk with a lot with the tour guides and get an idea of the culture local to the area. Everyone was extremely kind hospitable. All of the guides were also extremely knowledgable on the area and the animals.
10/10 experience! Will definitely be taking friends when I get the chance.
The tour was great! We got to see an array of animals that are local to the swamps and got to ride down the river to see some in the wild. We also got to talk with a lot with the tour guides and get an idea of the culture local to the area. Everyone was extremely kind hospitable. All of the guides were also extremely knowledgable on the area and the animals.
10/10 experience! Will definitely be taking friends when I get the chance.
Written July 1, 2022
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Rylee H
Monticello, MN2 contributions
May 2023 • Family
I went on this boat tour while my family and I were in Louisiana for the first time. I had no clue what to expect and was absolutely amazed! The tour guide had all many exotic animals at his property to show us and did a great job explaining everything and answering any questions we had. While on the boat, he continuously explained which alligators were which and many fun facts regarding the animal, their habitat, and how they live. I had a really great time and appreciated that this place was not completely commercialized and more laid back. It was an amazing experience!
Written June 10, 2023
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Ranita S
Lockport, LA3 contributions
Jul 2022
My friends and I loved this swamp tour- so much so that I went on it again a few weeks later. The guides are hilarious and very knowledgeable about the animals of the swamp. The tour has 2 parts- the "backyard" which allows you to see the animals really up close and even hold a small alligator, and then the boat portion where you take a trip down the bayou. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area.
Be aware that it is cash only.
Be aware that it is cash only.
Written August 5, 2022
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samjohn2002
Durham, NH82 contributions
Apr 2022
This was a very informative and entertaining tour. The guides were engaging, talking with all members of the tour, and even invited our 10 year old to "drive" the boat. Very experienced with the subjects and funny to boot. A lot of Cajun culture on this tour and would recommend to anyone. Worth the drive for the visit.
Written May 2, 2022
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Mareike G
11 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Great experience. A lot of information, but Zam tells everything in a very entertaining way. It was not crowded and for sure what we were hoping to find. We did not want to book a tour from New Orleans, but rather got a rental car and drove through the Bayou ourselves.
Written June 8, 2023
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Arnie K
4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
This was an incredible tour, full of fun, nature, Cajun culture and humor, alligators, bayou swamp lore and stories! ZZ and Emily were excellent hosts and guides, walking talking encyclopedias of all things Cajun and all things bayou. We were all blown away by the sights and stories, very impressed, had an awesome time and were sorry to see it end!
Written April 4, 2024
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Dana M
Thibodaux, LA9 contributions
We went on Zam's Swamp Tour and it was quite disappointed. The cute little boy from Trading Spouses is no longer cute. He is 15, sarcastic, and told us to hurry up. The wharf on the front of the building is falling off. The place where you tour to see caged alligators and turtles was unkempt. There was trash all over and a bunch of cars and trailers that looked abandoned. There was a toothless man there that stared at my teenage daughte. i would recommend Thorres Swamp Tours they are much nicer and cleaner.
Written July 13, 2011
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Amanda M
Houma, LA9 contributions
Jul 2015 • Family
I live in south Louisiana, but had relatives visiting from out of state, so we decided to take them on a Swamp Tour at Zam's. We had been once before, about 11 years ago, and had a decent experience, so thought we'd check them out again. When my husband handed the cashier his credit card, she informed him that there was a 10% fee on credit card transactions. We had a party of 10, so that was a substantial amount. Both the gift shop and restaurant were VERY hot and uncomfortable. The first portion of the tour was a walk through the patio and owner's yard to look at various animals in small cages and boxes. There was a rabbit that was breathing rapidly and looked to be in distress from the heat, which was pretty upsetting. It was a hoarder's paradise with junk and trinkets and old cars all over. During the boat tour, we did not see a single alligator. The guide was nice enough, but he sure didn't put any effort into trying to spot any wildlife for us. The kids left feeling really disappointed and the adults felt like it was a complete waste of time and money. The only redeeming part was the guide letting the kids steer the boat. The scenery was pretty, but you can drive down any swamp road and get the same view....for free!
Written July 19, 2015
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Liese531
96 contributions
Huge waste of money. We also were tours by the son who is now 14. Full of sarcasm and attitude. Twice he said, "look, a bird", but that was it. No gators, not his fault, but also no info on the trees or other wildlife.
This outfit also costs twice as much as another nearby company who's tours are much more informative. If you're going to do a swamp tour in Cajun country, go to Torres swamp tours and you will get your money worth and actually learn something.
This outfit also costs twice as much as another nearby company who's tours are much more informative. If you're going to do a swamp tour in Cajun country, go to Torres swamp tours and you will get your money worth and actually learn something.
Written July 31, 2010
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Is the Resturant open on weekends
Written April 28, 2018
I don't know. We were there on a Monday and although the shop was open, and you could wander round the restaurant in the back of the shop and see all the photos and use the restrooms, the kitchen wasn't open that day. There were not many people booked in that day, maybe they open if there are more? You could try phoning: +1 985-633-7881
Written April 28, 2018
Je voudrais réserver un tour pour 4 adultes le 3 mai à 3.00pm
Je ne trouve pas d'adresse internet ?
Cmoment puis je faire et quel serait le prix?
Mesci pour votre réponse
Written April 20, 2018
What is the tour price for adults and children undrer 7?
Written July 21, 2017
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