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    Manchac Swamp Boat Tour

    Discover Louisiana wetlands by covered boat and learn about alligators and Cajun history

    4.7 stars• 4.3K reviews
    From$37/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1.5 hours

    Includes

    Covered boat tour, Narration

    Highlights

    Explore Louisiana's historic Manchac Swamp on a narrated covered boat tour. Learn about wetlands, wildlife, and local history as you glide through moss-draped bayous.

    • Ride a large covered flat-bottom boat
    • Learn about the American Alligator and wetlands
    • Hear stories of the Cajun town of Frenier
    • See wildlife that may approach the boat
    • Enjoy a family-friendly experience

    What's Included

    • Narrated 1.5-hour covered boat tour
    • Access to a privately owned wildlife refuge

    Things to know

    The 4:15 pm tour operates seasonally from March 1 to October 1. Proper attire is required, including shirt and shoes; no swimsuits or offensive imagery. Children must be supervised at all times.

    Cancellation Policy

    Direct bookings: full refund if canceled more than 24 hours in advance. Third-party bookings: full refund if canceled more than 48 hours in advance. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Same-day reservations are nonrefundable. No-shows are charged in full.

    FAQs

    We sometimes have live alligators on board. Loose athletic gauze is used around the mouth for safety. We follow strict guidelines and have proper permits.

    At the captain's discretion, toddlers and children up to about age 6 must be seated or on a parent's lap to touch or hold animals. The captain has the final say for all ages to ensure animal comfort.

    Meeting details

    110 Frenier Road, LaPlace, LA 70068

    Experience provided by Cajun Pride Swamp Tours
    Experience provided by Cajun Pride Swamp Tours

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    Adult

    $37.10

    13+ Years

    0

    Child

    $16.96

    4-12 Years

    0

    Free Child

    $0

    3 And Under

    0

    Participant - Comp

    $0

    0

    Two Adults

    $0

    GROUPON API

    0

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    Review summary

    4.7
    Excellent
    4.3K reviews•Google Maps
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    This swamp tour delivers exactly what you'd hope for: gators up close, entertaining captains, and a genuine Louisiana experience. The guides really make it special here. Captain Danny, Captain Dustin, and Justin all get called out by name for being funny, knowledgeable, and skilled at calling wildlife right up to the boat. Visitors love how the captains use special calls to bring alligators, raccoons, and even wild boar within viewing distance. The comfortable seating and relaxed pacing mean you're not rushed through the experience, and many people mention the sense of humor adding an extra layer of fun to the educational component. Most reviewers say this was a highlight of their Louisiana trip, whether they booked the standalone swamp tour or combined it with a plantation visit. The pickup service from New Orleans gets positive mentions for being on time with entertaining drivers. There's one strongly negative review from someone concerned about the wildlife interaction aspect, suggesting the animal feeding might not sit well with everyone who has strong conservation values. But overwhelmingly, people leave thrilled they booked it. Even one guest who completely missed their tour time praised the staff for being accommodating and helpful, which says something about the overall operation.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Great tour of the swamp. Lots of wildlife to see. Captain Dustin is the way to go! Funny, charming, and an excellent taste in music

    Photo of Guillermo Ruiz

    Guillermo Ruiz

    May 24, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great tour of the swamp. Lots of wildlife to see. Captain Dustin is the way to go! Funny, charming, and an excellent taste in music

    Photo of Guillermo Ruiz

    Guillermo Ruiz

    May 24, 2026

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