Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours
Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Marrero, Louisiana
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Tours and Tickets by Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours
Day Cruises
1–2 hours
Free cancellation
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Recommended by 91% of travelers
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$29.00
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4.5
1,278 reviews
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Terrible
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Lorie H
La Plata, MD2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Had a great time with CAPT Jamie. He was funny and we actually got to see real alligators in their natural environment. Would go again in warmer weather to see other wildlife.
Written March 21, 2023
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Thomas H
4 contributions
Mar 2023
I thought the tour was relaxing, perfect weather in March 2023 and it was my teens' first covered boat swamp tour (have done fan boat tour in past+miserable). They thought it was ok but the past tours across New Orleans from various companies was more exciting and had the wow factor. Our guide took us to a preserve area-30 mins outside of the Big Easy but no mid to large alligators, few in fact were seen, no alligators jumping out of the water for raw meat, no jumping or quickly moving gators rapidly coming to us for the cracklike marshmellows... The guide could not offer details or information on these things (and why no more) and why some areas /waterways are being narrowed or drained. What he did answer on was half baked responses. Regardless of absences of wow factor, etc., I would not advise this tour to be taken in the middle of or in late summer.
Written March 19, 2023
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Austin
Allen, TX3 contributions
Mar 2023
Took the swamp tour and it was just as advertised. Great views of marsh and bayou, and you will see herons, turtles, and numerous alligators.
Written March 17, 2023
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Randy521
6 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
A good experience and tour. The tour guide was funny...Beautiful bayou and the boat was comfortable.
Written March 17, 2023
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Temara M
Houston, TX17 contributions
We had a large group of 13 and everyone had a great time. Our group ranged in age from 4 to 90. The wasn’t too long or short. Our guide was awesome and shared so much knowledge on the wildlife that we saw plus history of the area. This is only 25 minutes from the French Quarter so I’d definitely recommend if you want a break from the party scene.
Written March 15, 2023
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AL B
1 contribution
Feb 2023 • Family
So glad we tried this, a highlight of our trip to NOLO! We did a swamp tour on Feb 2nd (with Captain Earl I think), and even though it was cold the sun came out for a bit and we saw a few gators. Earl was really knowledgeable about the swamp and local community, so I learned a ton. He was super friendly and answered all of our questions.
Location wasn't too far from New Orleans, a pleasant drive. Really a delightful tour for my mom and I-- perfect length of time, great host. Thank you!!
Written March 7, 2023
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Kris L
Frederick, MD57 contributions
We had a full boat for a 4 PM trip. Captain Jason took us out, we waited for a few stragglers to show up, and we got back at 5:20, so it really was more of an 1:15 hour trip instead of a 1:45 minute trip. we saw four alligators, and we basically pulled up next to them and looked at them for a long time before moving on. No other information about other animals or the area. It was a very pleasant boat ride, but not what I expected for a swamp tour.
Written March 5, 2023
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170lauriew
Elcho, WI84 contributions
We had Captain T Earl. He was great! Down to earth from the hip info and history. Especially loved when he “pet” the gator. Was a very relaxing pontoon ride full of beautiful views and wildlife. Thanks Captain T Earl for a great swamp tour.
Written March 1, 2023
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Shlomas
Milton Keynes, UK180 contributions
Went with family with children, on Captain Lou's boat. Interesting facts about the bayou, how it's changed and his own family history in this area. We were lucky to spot 22 alligators, 2 barrd owls, 2 turtles and a cormorant. Kids really enjoyed
Written February 24, 2023
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Inwha L
1 contribution
Tour itself was good. Great information with humor👍 Since not that many alligators are out in this season, we only saw a few and didn’t get to touch any baby gators. I got tickets for $96 from Tripadvisor, but I found out later that I could get them for HALF PRICE from Groupon.
Written February 11, 2023
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