
Zipline above the Maurepas Swamp with round-trip transportation from New Orleans
Approximately 4 - 4.5 hours including travel time
5 ziplines, 2 sky bridges, transport
Ride five zip lines and cross sky bridges on a guided course above the Maurepas Swamp. Enjoy views of Lake Pontchartrain, Frenier, and the New Orleans skyline, with transportation from New Orleans included.
Participants must weigh 45–280 lbs, and riders under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Close-toed shoes are required, and pregnant women cannot participate.
No-shows forfeit the entire booking total and are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling. Same-day reservations are final sale (no refund or rescheduling). Full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours in advance for direct reservations, or more than 48 hours in advance for third-party bookings. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Bring the credit card used for the booking and a government-issued ID. The name on your ID, credit card, and reservation must match.
Wear close-toed shoes. Do not wear sandals, crocs, five-finger shoes, chacos, or similar shoes—they are not permitted on the course. Wear proper attire (shirt and shoes) and avoid offensive language or imagery, booty/cheeky shorts, and swimsuits or similar attire.
You must weigh 45–280 lbs to participate. Riders under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women cannot participate.
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.
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
Guillermo Ruiz
May 24, 2026
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
Guillermo Ruiz
May 24, 2026