Honey Island Swamp Private Tour with Transport from New Orleans

New Orleans, US
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Highlights

  • Custom-built boat tour of protected wildlife preserve
  • Spot alligators, herons, and other wildlife
  • Learn about wetland ecology from live narration
  • Private tour with family and friends

Pickup

Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)

Pickup Location
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
Hampton Inn New Orleans-St. Charles Ave./Garden District
Hotel Monteleone
Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans
Hyatt Place New Orleans/Convention Center
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New Orleans Marriott
New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
W New Orleans - French Quarter
Tour picks up from all New Orleans hotels. Please advise hotel at time of booking and reconfirm with tour operator once you have booked.

What to expect

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Lake Pontchartrain

Your private tour begins with pickup from your New Orleans hotel, and includes a narrated scenic tour as you drive along Lake Pontchartrain and the countryside to the swamp.

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Dr. Wagner's Honey Island Swamp Tours

Start your tour with private hotel pickup in the French Quarter or downtown New Orleans. Your driver provides insightful commentary on the city and shares firsthand experiences of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath during the 45- to 60-minute drive to the West Pearl River in Slidell. Upon arrival, hop aboard the 14-passenger US Coast Guard–approved vessel, which provides plenty of shade from the Louisiana sun. You and your party will embark on an interactive 2-hour boat tour of Honey Island Swamp, which boasts nearly 70,000 acres (28,327 hectares) of protected wildlife preserve. This private tour for family and friends allows you to spend as much time in one area as your group desires. See the lovely sight of moss hanging from the gnarled cypress trees and take in the sweet smell of wild azaleas. Listen to your captain’s swamp tales of pirates, Bigfoot sightings and prehistoric creatures, and keep your eyes peeled for alligators, herons, egrets, deer, feral hogs, nutria, raccoons, otters, turtles and frogs along the riverbanks and lurking in the murky waters below. Also be on the lookout for bald eagles, owls, osprey and other water fowl soaring through the sky. Passing through a Cajun village where local fisherman reside, you may observe them catching bluegill, sunfish, largemouth bass, alligator gar, flathead catfish, freshwater drum and buffalo fish in addition to thousands of pounds of crawfish caught in these waters each season. During your journey back up river, learn more about the wetland ecology from live narration on board. Afterward, you’re transferred back to your hotel in New Orleans.

Duration 240 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Please enter hotel information in "special requirements" section upon booking
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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    No miniimum required
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    A maximum of 14 people per booking
Provided by Honey Island Swamp Tours

What our experts say

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    Try to spot alligators along the banks.
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    Arrive early for a smooth pickup experience.
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    Dress in layers; it can get humid.
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    Don't forget your camera for wildlife shots.
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    Consider visiting nearby Cajun restaurants.

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