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New Orleans Pedal Barge
New Orleans Pedal Barge
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The New Orleans Pedal Boat is Louisiana's first and only 20 passenger pedal powered paddlewheel commercial pontoon boat that hosts booze cruises and party boat tours. We provide the Captain & Deckhand you just provide the good time! The party boat is perfect for get together with family, friends and colleagues. Birthday parties, Bachelor/Bachelorette outings, weddings, family reunions or just looking for something new and fun to do, well you found the right place!
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Dan W
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Feb 2023 • Friends
We booked a private charter on the Bayou Boogie for 10 guests. Captain Badass was a friendly and fun guide for the day with a penchant for the Lonely Island. We had one request for the day which was to see an alligator if possible. It was the end of February, yet sunny and warm, so seeing a gator was really 50-50. And by God did this man find us an alligator tucked away near the shore, impossible for us tourists to spot on our own. He had a bag of marshmallows to lure the gator closer, which we were unable to do as we had “Slim Shady” playing perhaps a touch too loud but at least it was checked off our list. The bathroom on board was kept clean as well. Finally, our captain had a nice surprise for our guest of honor towards the end of our cruise. Everyone else from the checking in guy to the bartenders at the dock bar to even the man painting the dock were equally pleasant and hospitable.
As for the cruise itself, it doesn’t go into any tight quarters. I would certainly go in mind that this is a booze cruise and not a true swamp tour, but it was a lovely ride regardless. The pedals unfortunately didn’t work on our boat and we weren’t told until we arrived, however our party was relieved that there would be no work involved on this trip. Overall there were a few hiccups that could have affected our cruise, we were just in a specific state of mind that the problems didn’t affect our experience. The only real problem I encountered was when booking a private tour, you are to pay for a deposit when reserving the boat and the full amount for the booking isn’t provided until checking in on-site. If there was a way to provide the full total upon reserving and then only having to pay the deposit at that point, it would be appreciated.
Ultimately I would say this experience is definitely worth checking out and request captain badass if possible. For captain BA, in case you forgot it is called a Flabongo.
As for the cruise itself, it doesn’t go into any tight quarters. I would certainly go in mind that this is a booze cruise and not a true swamp tour, but it was a lovely ride regardless. The pedals unfortunately didn’t work on our boat and we weren’t told until we arrived, however our party was relieved that there would be no work involved on this trip. Overall there were a few hiccups that could have affected our cruise, we were just in a specific state of mind that the problems didn’t affect our experience. The only real problem I encountered was when booking a private tour, you are to pay for a deposit when reserving the boat and the full amount for the booking isn’t provided until checking in on-site. If there was a way to provide the full total upon reserving and then only having to pay the deposit at that point, it would be appreciated.
Ultimately I would say this experience is definitely worth checking out and request captain badass if possible. For captain BA, in case you forgot it is called a Flabongo.
Written February 27, 2023
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Jill Lowry
2 contributions
Apr 2023
A Surge Barrier tour was provided by the ResCon conference and it was a great way to begin that first morning. The guide was knowledgable with just the right amount of humor. The surge barrier is beyond impressive, especially when you learn that the pilings buried land side are as long as football field drilled into the earth under the water. My favorite aspect though, was Barry, the Captain. Such a lovely man! Mahalo Nui Loa to all.
Written May 1, 2023
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It really is an amazing wonder of the world! Thank you for coming and we hope to see you on a future one of our other tours with nolakayaktours or nolabikebar.
Written April 1, 2024
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Julia J
Nashville, TN257 contributions
Apr 2023
We went a group for a bachelorette party. The barge started and ended on time. We had Uber pick us up - I would suggest scheduling the Uber and giving them the exact address and adding some identifiers because our driver didn't know where to go. You can add your own music if you wish. We shared a boat with another bachelorette party and shared the playlist. We saw some alligators while we were out there too! Great moments!
Written May 17, 2023
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Patty M
Olathe, KS4 contributions
Captain Pipp was awesome. If we asked any questions, he knew everything about the wildlife. He made sure we saw all the cool things in nature. We saw an alligator, and some very cool birds. He encouraged us to have fun. Would recommend!
Written September 1, 2023
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MsPearl105
Weldon, NC1,106 contributions
Five of my friends and I booked this excursion during a visit to NOLA. The drive was about 30 minutes from the French Quarter to the marina. There is absolutely nothing to do in the area where the cruise departs so just know that before arriving. We entertained ourselves while we waited for the boat to return from an earlier trip.
We were able to purchase a bag of ice for $5 at the bait shop. But, bring your own cups and chilled drinks just in case you have a later departure time and the shop is closed. Also bring snacks.
Captain Cook was amazing! He has a great sense of humor and he gave us background information on the waterways and surrounding areas. He stopped for alligator sightings and used a rod with a plastic ball attached to draw an alligator closer to the boat.
In addition to alligators, we saw herons (I believe), other birds, fish and snakes whose bodies were extended vertically about 2-3 feet out of the water. WOW!
We always felt safe and valued as customers. It’s such a small world that one of the two additional guests was from my hometown in northeastern North Carolina!
Such a fun night of music, dancing and lots of laughter!!
We were able to purchase a bag of ice for $5 at the bait shop. But, bring your own cups and chilled drinks just in case you have a later departure time and the shop is closed. Also bring snacks.
Captain Cook was amazing! He has a great sense of humor and he gave us background information on the waterways and surrounding areas. He stopped for alligator sightings and used a rod with a plastic ball attached to draw an alligator closer to the boat.
In addition to alligators, we saw herons (I believe), other birds, fish and snakes whose bodies were extended vertically about 2-3 feet out of the water. WOW!
We always felt safe and valued as customers. It’s such a small world that one of the two additional guests was from my hometown in northeastern North Carolina!
Such a fun night of music, dancing and lots of laughter!!
Written June 20, 2021
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Thanks for the review, we are working to purchase a property in the area and include some more things to do before and after the tour, will keep you updated on that. Really appreciate the time you put into your review. Hope to see ya another time. Thanks
Written October 20, 2021
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Roseline P
5 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Super lit!!🔥 our captain was so inviting and lit. If you ever go to NOLA you should do this and ride with Captain Pip !!!!!
Written March 19, 2024
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Thanks so much for coming! Make sure to book direct with us in the future for more availability.
Written April 1, 2024
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Arp
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Nov 2023 • Friends
Soo much fun!! Captain pip was hilarious and good energy! He kept the party going and gave us an educational tour as well. We had the best time!
Written November 11, 2023
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Great to hear you had a fun time on the party boat swamp tour! We appreciate the time you took to give us a review. Hope to see you back on a future tour with us via nolakayaktours or nolabikebar.
Written April 1, 2024
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kjhall92071
Sacramento, CA3 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
We had such a fun time celebrating our bachelorette on the pedal barge! Captain Pipp was so knowledgeable and gave us a great tour of the Bayou, and we even had a visit from an alligator friend. Would recommend!
Written September 7, 2023
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Jamie L
Nokesville, VA4 contributions
This actually felt like a scam. They sell 18 seats per boat but there’s only like 12 pedal seats. (Also, the pedals are just for show, they spin but they’re just pedals sitting on the boat deck.) So if you don’t get on one of the pedal seats you’re paying full price to sit on a seat in the back with no table or cup holders. We had a group of 4 so the only way to face each other was for two of us to sit on the floor. We were told “no shi*** or puking” in the bathroom, which is fine, but then there was an intentional absence of toilet paper to help make sure you follow the rules. Also, we took off 10 minutes late and came back 10 minutes early.
Basically, if you go through with the bad decision to book, be the first to get on the boat and bring your own toilet paper.
Basically, if you go through with the bad decision to book, be the first to get on the boat and bring your own toilet paper.
Written April 26, 2022
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Sorry you don't like to party, check out our website and other reviews, most people have a great time.
There are enough seats for everyone on the boat, there are 12 pedal stations and they work. From time to time one breaks, but we do our best to get it fixed asap. We do our best to leave at the time of the tour, so make sure to show up early if you are on a public tour. And we come back after 1hr 45 mins, so we have time to clean the boat. Most of the groups are nice and everyone ends up dancing, so there is usually plenty of time to sit at a pedal station and pedal away. But it is usually just a big party on the boat. We do have toilet paper, the captain has extra, you could have just asked him for some.
Written May 17, 2022
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Shernequa
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • Friends
My friends and I had a great time on the boat, our captain was very friendly and give us great food suggestions afterwards. Would def do it again the next time I visit
Written July 14, 2021
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When is the best time of year to take the cruise and see alligators?
Written November 25, 2021
Michelle C
Rocky River, Ohio
Can my 15 year old son ride on this or is it adults only?
Written April 1, 2019
Yes nolapedalbarge will have 1 tour per day that will have availability for under 21 people to attend that will be focused on the bayou and surge barrier tour.
Written November 26, 2019
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