See New Orleans by mini-bus, then ride a covered swamp boat with a local captain
About 7.5 hours
Hotel pickup, City tour, Boat tour
Explore New Orleans highlights and areas affected by Katrina with a licensed guide, then head out for a narrated covered swamp boat tour. Plan for about 7.5 hours total, including travel time between tours.
The order of the two tours may change based on availability and weather. There is no time for a sit-down lunch between tours.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Yes. You can do the combo tour as scheduled, split it into different days, or choose an 8:00am swamp tour pickup with a later city tour pickup (about 1:30pm). The order may also change based on availability and weather.
No. You stop at a snack and souvenir shop with items like candy, chips, microwave sandwiches, muffins, and drinks, but you won’t have time for a sit-down lunch.
Pickup starts at 9:30am at the curbside of your hotel. The driver picks up guests hotel to hotel, so allow up to 30 minutes for the pickup process.
The guides here absolutely steal the show. Captain Dewey gets rave reviews for knowing exactly where to find gators and having names for each one, while Captain Ernie stands out for his storytelling and making guests comfortable around alligators. Kenny and Captain Bebop also earn enthusiastic shoutouts for their humor and deep knowledge of the swamp ecosystem. The pattern is clear: these aren't just boat drivers, they're passionate locals who genuinely love what they do. Expect to see plenty of alligators even during cooler months, and you'll likely get hands-on time holding a young gator. Reviewers consistently mention learning fascinating details about bayou wildlife and the local ecosystem. The logistics run smoothly too, with reliable pickup and drop-off service. Multiple visitors call this the highlight of their New Orleans trip, which says a lot considering the competition in that city. The combination of knowledgeable guides, wildlife sightings, and an authentic swamp experience makes this a winner for families and couples alike.
Great time with Captain Jason! He showed us a lot of hotspots for the alligators and explained some of the history and local stories around them. Overall an amazing experience that left us with some great memories!
Nat M
April 5, 2026
Great time with Captain Jason! He showed us a lot of hotspots for the alligators and explained some of the history and local stories around them. Overall an amazing experience that left us with some great memories!
Nat M
April 5, 2026