Embark on a thrilling 2-hour boat tour of the Honey Island Swamp, one of Louisiana’s last protected wetlands. Discover a hidden Cajun village, encounter diverse wildlife, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the lush swamps.
- Lake Pontchartrain - From New Orleans, take a short drive to Slidell and you’ll reach Lake Pontchartrain and the Honey Island Swamp, a wildlife preserve that is one of the last protected wetlands in Louisiana.
- Honey Island Swamp - Your guide welcomes you aboard a custom-made 22-passenger flat-bottom boat. The smaller sized, quiet boat can fit through narrow passages in the swamp foliage so that you see more and get closer to wildlife. It’s the ideal way to take in the lush environment of Cajun country.
As your guide explains the history of Louisiana’s wetlands and swamp ecosystem, be on the lookout for resident wildlife including alligators, raccoons, owls, wild boar, nutria, snakes, turtles, black bears, bald eagles and many other bird species. Get a close look at some wild gators as your guide shares facts about the toothy beasts, who can weigh up to 1,000 pounds (453 kg). Their ancestors once roamed the earth with the dinosaurs and scientists estimate that they have existed for more than 150 million years.
Glide safely through the fertile swamplands, learning about Cajun culture and how local people have utilized the swamp for food, homes, and medicine from your guide. You even see an authentic Cajun village that is only accessible by boat. Gain an understanding of why the wetlands are slowly disappearing and about the efforts being made to preserve Louisiana’s natural treasures.
After a fascinating 2-hour boat tour on Honey Island Swamp, your guide returns you to shore. You can then make your own way to your next destination.
- Professional guide
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation is NOT included
Embark on a brief journey from New Orleans to explore Honey Island Swamp, a preserved wildlife ecosystem and one of Louisiana’s final conserved wetlands, on a 2-hour boat excursion. Discover a Cajun community that can only be reached by water route; educate yourself about the intricate flora and fauna of the abundant swamps; and intimately encounter wildlife under the guidance of a knowledgeable local expert. Please note, this tour does not provide transportation services.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
