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   Swamp Tour -$25 per seat - 1.5 hrs - Lafayette - Louisiana

For a swamp tour that is more than just a boat ride.

About Cajun Country Swamp Tours

  Owner, Walter “Butch” Guchereau, grew up on a small Cajun farm located on the banks of the Bayou Teche in Breaux Bridge, La. From early on his father introduced him to the swamps of Cajun Country. By hunting, sport and commercial fishing and just plain exploring he came to know the swamps like his own backyard. Butch put himself through college by working summers on dredge boats located in Louisiana on the Mississippi and Atchafalaya River systems where he experienced the dynamic forces that have built the land of Acadiana over the last 25,000 years. He learned how the rivers, bayous, wetland areas, man’s interventions and coastal erosion are all intertwined and constantly changing. The time he has spent in the swamplands of Cajun Country coupled with college degrees in Zoology and Botany has given Butch a rich insight into the ecology of Louisiana swamps.

This knowledge has been taught to Cajun Country Swamp Tour boat captains to make your tour educational, entertaining, and enjoyable ( More than just a boat ride ). Your swamp tour is taken personally by us because we know that for many of you this maybe your only trip to Cajun Country and it is important to us that everyone’s swamp tour in Cajun Country is both pleasurable and memorable. 

Our tour boats are open Cajun crawfish skiffs powered by an extremely quiet, environmentally friendly, 4-stroke outboard motor with the water intake fixed so that shallow water muck and thick vegetation are not a problem. This very quiet motor, and the relatively small size of the swamp tour boat allows for some great wildlife viewing.

My swamp tour guides and I have spent most of our lives either learning about or earning an income from the swamps of Cajun Co untry - this is where we want to be. The swamps are our passion and Joie de Vivre (Joy of Life), and sharing a few hours with people who love and enjoy nature and the great outdoors is an enjoyable experience for us. Our personal experiences and observations along with my educational background enables us to give you an insightful eco-journey into the swamplands of the Atchafalaya Basin that is educational, enjoyable and entertaining; and just maybe with a serving of Cajun Hospitality this will not be your only trip to Cajun Country.

Located only minutes from Lafayette; an hour from Baton Rouge; 1.5 hours from Lake Charles; and 2.5 hrs from New Orleans, Louisiana... In the heart of Cajun Country!

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 For the Love of Nature!

Master tour guide , Shawn Guchereau touring since 2011 

We see alligators all year round

Tour boat for larger groups or multi-group tours. Seats 20

Gorgeous sunset tours!

upclose and personal

One of the best bird watching areas in North America

Roseate Spoonbills

Great Blue Heron 

White Egret "Plumes!"

Black-bellied whistling tree ducks

Black-Crowned Night Heron.

Awwe, It's a Baby owl :)

Turtle Drama ?

A bird eating an alligator... Whaaat???

You would've had to have been there!

Smile for the camera !

An Aww (sha) gator

AWw  (sha) gators hatch around September

 Lake Martin is zoned as a non-commercial area...there is no office or store front when you arrive. Tour guides meet all guests at the Lake Martin public boat landing for departure. Look for our blue banner next to the boat dock. Please be sure to make a bathroom stop before you arrive and also PLEASE watch your speed down Lake Martin road. Thank you:)

South entryway to the lake is closed at Prarie hwy 353. Please use front entrance at Hwy 31 to Lake Martin rd. If your gps has you turning onto prarie hwy, pass it up and it will reroute you to the front entrance. Please call us if you have any questions.

Cajun Country Swamp Tours

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1209 Rookery road, Breaux Bridge, Louisiana 70517

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NOTE: WE ARE THE ONLY SWAMPTOUR @ LAKEMARTIN with STORE, FACILITIES And RESTROOMS , ECT . NOTE: WE ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CAJUN COUNTRY SWAMPTOURS,WHERE THEY OPERATE OUT OF A TRUCK AT PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH WITH NO FACILITIES, PARKING,SECURITY, ECT.

At Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours, visitors have the unique opportunity to come up close and personal with the mystique of the bayou. One of the most exhilarating experiences is holding a baby alligator, feeling its cool, textured skin beneath your fingers and the surprisingly gentle grip of its tiny claws. As you cradle this young reptile, you are reminded of the delicate balance of life in the swamp, where nature’s ferocity and vulnerability coexist. It’s a moment where the wild heart of Louisiana can be felt pulsing in the palm of your hand.please ask, we don’t know who wants to this, so please ask.

Lake Martin is a favorite destination for Bird Watching or Birding for tourists from all over the world. This flooded forest is home to 205 different species of birds and is one of the largest nesting areas of wading birds. You will see many species of birds, such as Borrowed Owls, Great-horned Owls, Pileated Woodpeckers, Anhinga, Cormorants, Wood Ducks, Yellow (and Black) crowned Night Herons, & The Great Blue Heron. Other wildlife may be seen such as nutria, frogs, snakes, and best of all, gaint alligators.

Along the way, we may see alligators 3 to 14 ft long. Our experienced guides will explain how Cajuns harvested alligator eggs & alligators.   You will see Cajuns fishing for Sac-A-lait (Means Sack of Milk), crappie to others in the world along with Catfish, Bream, Largemouth Bass and many other favorite native sports fish.

We will traverse very dense aquatic native, and non-native vegetation to Southern Louisiana in our comfortable tour boats. There are many bird watching opportunities with large amounts of alligators.

FREE RV Camper Parking

The proximity of the RV parking to the heart of Lake Martin ensures that travelers are never too far from both the conveniences of their vehicle and the allure of the swamp. FREE RV Camper sites-only with Swamp Tours (self contained only)

Bird Watching

Lake Martin is a favorite destination for Louisiana Bird Watching or Birding for tourists from all over the world.

Only swamptour with facilities

we are the only swamptour on lakemartin with store and restroom facilities for our guest only.Also private parking , back decks on water to hang out and wait around for to your swamptour.

Something for the whole family to remember their trip from Champagne’s Swamp Tours!

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The perfect way to view all the outdoor bounty Lafayette and the surrounding areas have is to take a swamp tour. Glide through cypress trees while keeping an eye out for various wildlife and alligators while learning about the swamps and bayous of Cajun Country from a local boat captain. There are typically two types of swamp tours. The first is the exciting air boat tour that travels at high speeds through the swamps and bayous. The second is the more leisurely boat tour that can hold more people for larger groups. Whether you're looking for high paces adventure or a casual boat ride through the bayou, one of our members below can create the perfect outdoor experience.

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The 9 Best Louisiana Swamp Tours of 2024

Explore Louisiana's famous swamps and bayous on one of these tours.

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Swamp tours are a popular activity for any visit to Louisiana. In addition to alligators, Louisiana's swamps and bayous offer a chance to see bears, beavers, foxes, nutrias and racoons, as well as dozens of amphibian and reptile species.

We've determined the following Louisiana swamp tours to be the best based on traveler reviews and expert opinion. What's more, several of the recommended tour companies are located close to New Orleans and offer transportation.

Airboat Adventures – Small Boat Tours: Lafitte

Price: From $89 Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

One of the best swamp tours near New Orleans , this small-group excursion accommodates up to 10 passengers and features a multitude of reptiles, birds and other swamp residents. Riders frequently report enjoying the high-speed trips as well as the experienced guides and, of course, the plentiful wildlife on display.

Shuttle service between New Orleans hotels and Airboat Adventures' Lafitte location is available for an additional fee of $30 per person. Note: Airboat passengers must be at least 5 years old. The company also offers tours in its larger airboats and pontoon boats.

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Cajun Encounters – VIP Swamp Tour: Slidell

Price: From $94.99 Duration: Two hours

This small-group excursion traverses the Honey Island Swamp via a flat-bottomed boat, which has the ability to maneuver narrow waterways. The excursion puts travelers within close proximity of alligators, bears, river otters and numerous types of birds, including great horned owls and bald eagles. Tour-takers consistently find the boat guides informative and entertaining, and enjoy the array of observable plant and animal life.

Tours are available several times daily. Cajun Encounters, located on the West Pearl River in Slidell, also offers pickup service from several French Quarter hotels as well as its New Orleans tour office ( 941 Decatur Street ) for an additional fee. Note that children under age 13 are not permitted on this tour; however, they are allowed on the company's larger swamp tours.

New Orleans Kayak Tours – Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour: Ponchatoula

Price: From $59 Duration: 2.5 hours

Many swamp tours rely on motorized boats to navigate Louisiana's waterways, but this tour uses kayaks to explore the peaceful Manchac Swamp. Thanks to the swamp's calm waters, this outing is suitable for paddlers of all experience levels. Trip-takers tend to appreciate the guides' educational commentary, as well as the frequent animal sightings. If you're interested in the paranormal, ask your tour guide about the haunted history of Manchac Swamp — it is believed to be haunted by a voodoo priestess.

Departure times may vary by season, but start times of 9 and 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. are typical. From March through September, there's an additional 4:30 p.m. departure time. Transportation from New Orleans (the Rampart Treehouse/10 pizza ) is available for an additional $25 per person.

Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours – Swamp Airboat Tour: Marrero

Price: From $98 Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

Traverse southern Louisiana's swamps and bayous and the canals connecting them aboard a powerful airboat on this top-rated expedition. Tour-takers generally enjoy both the numerous wildlife sightings and the informed commentary by the guides.

Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours operates multiple airboats, with tours departing at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily. Winter hours vary. Transportation between select New Orleans locations and the company's Marrero base is available for an additional fee. Hotel pickup starts up to 90 minutes before tour departure times. Note: Children younger than 5 are not permitted on this tour.

Louisiana Tour Company – New Orleans Swamp Tour by Tour Boat: Marrero

Price: From $35 for adults; $15 for kids Duration: 2 hours

Glide through the wetlands within the Barataria Preserve aboard a covered boat built for comfort. Along with restrooms and cushioned seats, boats are equipped with guides who will regale you with amusing and informative commentary as you keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and sights like an ancient Native American burial mound and a Cajun fishing village.

Hotel pickup in New Orleans is available for an additional fee. Boat rides start at 9:40 a.m., 12:10 p.m. and 2:10 p.m. daily with a seasonal 4:15 departure time, and hotel pickups start about 90 minutes prior to start time. In addition to swamp tours, the company also offers plantation and airboat tours, among other options.

Ultimate Swamp Adventures – Covered Pontoon Swamp Boat Tour: Westwego

Price: Adults from $32; kids from $15 Duration: 2 hours

Cruise Bayou Segnette on this excursion, which features captains versed in the local culture and habitat. Past participants describe the guides as highly entertaining and enlightening and report seeing many alligators and birds. Tours are offered multiple times a day all year long. They depart at 9:45 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., with an additional 4 p.m. start time in months with sufficient evening sunlight.

Transportation from New Orleans hotels is available for an additional fee, and shuttle service begins about an hour prior to designated departure times. The large covered vessels can accommodate up to 68 passengers. Ultimate Swamp Adventures, located in Westwego about 10 miles from New Orleans, also offers airboat tours.

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Atchafalaya Basin Landing Airboat Swamp Tours – Traditional Swamp Boat Tour: Henderson

Price: From $39 Duration: 1.5 hours

The Atchafalaya Basin has bragging rights as the biggest U.S. river swamp – even bigger than the Florida Everglades . A variety of swamp creatures inhabit its nearly 1 million acres of bayous, swamps and lakes. Tourgoers consistently sing the praises of the striking scenery and the friendly, professional staff. Additionally, by opting for the swamp boat tour, you can ride through even more of the basin than during the company's namesake airboat tours.

McGee's Louisiana Swamp & Airboat Tours – Swamp Tours: Henderson

Price: Adults from $35; kids from $25 Duration: 1.5 hours

Enjoy an up-close look at the Atchafalaya Basin's unique ecosystem on this tour. Reviewers say the tour is well-suited for families with children, and applaud the guides for their insightful and compelling narration. Tours happen three times daily, departing at 10 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m.

In addition to the swamp boat tours (which welcome up to 48 passengers), rides in smaller airboats, as well as seasonal sunset tours, are also available. Henderson, where McGee's is based, is located 45 miles west of Baton Rouge .

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Champagne's Swamp Tours – Swamp Boat Tour: Breaux Bridge

Price: Adults from $28; kids from $23.50 Duration: 1.5 hours

The Cypress Island Nature Preserve at Lake Martin is home to hundreds of bird species, as well as alligators and other wildlife. This tour provides opportunities to see some of these spectacular creatures up close. Guides regularly win accolades for their knowledge of the local flora and fauna.

Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the company directly. The Champagne's Swamp Tours storefront in Breaux Bridge, which is approximately 50 miles southwest of Baton Rouge, opens daily at 8 a.m. (excluding some holidays). The company's boats are wheelchair-accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Atchafalaya Basin is largely considered the most famous swamp in Louisiana. It is the largest river swamp in the U.S.

Dress comfortably (think: loose layers) and bring a light jacket in the event it rains or you get chilly while you're out on the water.

Spring and summer are prime time for alligator sightings, though you'll likely see them no matter when you visit.

You'll increase your chances of spotting alligators by booking a morning tour, as wildlife is typically most active during this time (as well as late evening).

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Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

SWAMP TOURS

Get ready for a tour of a lifetime through moss-draped cypress trees, where graceful egrets perch just out of the reach of lingering alligators! The young and not-so young will enjoy our swamp tours and airboat rides through one of the most unique wildernesses on Earth.

While on the tour, you'll explore the diverse natural beauty and rich ecological systems of America's largest and most mysterious swamp ecosystem, the Atchafalaya Basin Swamp!

Native Cajun tour guides will explain from personal experience what it is like to live on a houseboat or survive off the swamp--while pointing out the abundant plants of the area and getting you up close and personal with the wildlife!

AIRBOAT RIDES

Join our swamp guides and prepare for an exciting 90-minute tour through the Atchafalaya Basin Swamp! Airboat tours are great for families and groups interested in an exciting way to see the swamp.

Tours Operate Daily

Daily Tour Departures at 9:00AM, 11:00AM, 1:00PM and 3:00PM.   

Adult: $52.50 

Children (5 to 12 years): $45.00

Minimum of 3 Adults for Departure or $157.50

90-minute tours through Louisiana's Atchafalaya Basin Swamp on our swamp tour boats. A comfortable way to experience the swamp. Perfect for tour groups and school field trip experiences!

Boat capacities: are 25, 48 and 48 people

Daily Tour Departures at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM   

Adult: $35.00 

Children (3-10 years old): $25

Children (0-2 years): FREE

Group Rates (20 or more people): $25.00

Minimum of 4 Adults for Departure or $140.00

PLEASE CALL FOR GROUPS OVER 20 PEOPLE

TOURS OFFERED SEASONALLY

Please call for availability, sunset tours.

Begin your tour just before sundown before venturing into the dark. Watch out for the Rougarou as you spotlight alligators and see the swamp in a completely new light!

Boat capacity: 25 people

Tours Operate SEASONALLY on Friday & Saturday Evenings

Call for Tour Departure times  

Adult: $40.00 

Children (3-10 years old): $35

Minimum of 3 Adults for Departure or $120.00

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Champagne's Swamp Tours

Louisiana swamp tours, lafayette la.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery on the exciting Lake Martin Cypress Island Preserve Swamp. Join us on one of our relaxing journeys in an authentic Cajun swamp tour experience. Our swamp tour rates are very reasonable for this family filled adventure. Tour departure times may vary depending on reservations and the amount of visitors.

STORE HOURS

Store Open Daily 9:00 AM – Closing Time Varies:

* Please call us for special tour times that works best for your party, special arrangements can be made.

Adults and Children $25.00 per person (Children under 1 yr. are FREE)

Preferred Method of Payment : Cash

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. PLEASE CALL PRIOR TO CONFIRM A TOUR IS DEPARTING AT A SCHEDULED TIME

To make reservations, Call 337-230-4068

Holiday Schedule:

Closed  Easter Sunday & Christmas Day

Get up close & personal with Lake Martin’s Gators on our authentic Cajun Louisiana Swamp Tour!

We offer tour time’s to fit anyone’s schedule.

NO CANCELLATIONS

Please arrive 20 Minutes Before Departure Time, Thank You.

337-230-4068

[email protected]

Mon-Sun 8am - 7pm

1151 Rookery Rd, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

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Tours with Wendy

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Private Tours

At lake martin.

9 person capacity 1 hour tours

Nature is best enjoyed up close, so Wendy offers intimate tours in her 9-person skiff for you to enjoy the beauty of the swamp and its wonderful wildlife up close and personal. While many larger, commercial tours have defined ports and high capacity, Wendy follows the bayou's hundreds of species and thousands of gators as seasons and weather influence their behavior; you'll experience the swamp in it's active beauty as you navigate the path-less-traveled that only Louisiana Swamp Tours can provide.

Sunday - Sunday, 7am - 7pm Last tour of the day is 2 hours before sunset Lake Martin 1209 Rookery Rd, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

The bayou boat

The only way to get the full Cajun experience is on the Bon Ami. A traditional crawfish skiff, these lightweight aluminum boats were designed to navigate the swamps, bayous, and marshes of the Atchafalaya Basin. Don't let its size fool you - This nimble skiff can hold up to over 2,000 lbs of crawfish! The flat bottom and small profile allows for getting up-close-and-personal to the wildlife in a way that just isn't possible with larger tour vessels. Be sure to let Wendy know what kind of wildlife you're after. From birds and bees to gators or Spanish moss, she'll customize your tour experience so you can see everything you want!

Wendy Thibodeaux is not your average Cajun captain. A native to the Lake Martin area in Breaux Bridge, her roots are deeply seated in Louisiana and its rich Cajun culture. Wendy's lifelong love of nature - the animals, birds, butterflies, trees, landscapes, and waterways - makes her Louisiana's natural ambassador. As she says to all her guests: " I extend my welcome to you. Allow me to show you around this beautiful swamp. "  

Plan Your Trip!

Get ready for a good time!  Please bring sunglasses, bug spray, and sunscreen. If you'd like, you are welcome to bring a cooler with water and beverages of your choosing. Wendy will provide a pair of binoculars for everyone to share during your tour.  The starting point may change to optimize conditions and wildlife viewing due to weather and seasonality. Lafayette and Baton Rouge are the two closest cities. Breaux Bridge is a closer, more quaint town with great options for accommodations, local shops, and delicious food, as well! 

Book Your Tour

Please call or email wendy to book your tour 337-380-5632 [email protected] ‍ advance bookings are recommended. we cannot guarantee same-day reservations..

Atchafalaya Basin Landing Airboat Swamp Tours

Airboat tour, traditional swamp boat tour, private tours, group tours, experience cajun country.

Basin Landing is located in the Heart of Cajun Country in St. Martin Parish, Louisiana. This area is home to several of the state's largest attractions and many more.

What our Customers Say

Awesome tour with a great guide. They do have a small store with bathrooms and drinks and also have a bar attached to the building. There is a large covered patio to wait in. The gators got pretty close to the boat after the guide was able to call some in. Thankfully the boats are covered and the bugs are not bad during the day. Will definitely come back for another trip!

Ernesto Amador

I can literally not say enough good things about our experience with Atchafalaya Basin Landing Airboat Swamp Tours. Absolutely worth the money we spent for the tour, even if we hadn't had a close experience with a huge freaking alligator.

Jenny Wilson

Had a great time on the airboat tour! My family and I enjoyed ourselves and learned a few things while we were here too. We got to meet gators like Peanut, Hercules, and Clarence. Beautiful sights on the bayou and an awesome tour guide, Nick. It was fun and a MUST for airboat rides. Good for the kids and handicap friendly. Highly recommend!

Cameron Williamson

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Take an Adventure with River of Swamps Boat Tours

Authentic Atchafalaya Basin Swamp Tours

River of Swamps Boat Tours operates between Baton Rouge and Lafayette, LA in an area known as the Atchafalaya River Basin. This rich natural swampland is best experienced with local outdoorsman, Ronnie Briscoe. Ronnie can show you areas not seen by tourists and help you make memories to last a lifetime.

Your Swamp Tour Guide Says...

What makes this boat tour awesome?

Because I use a smaller boat, with only six passengers max, I have the ability to venture deep into the magical swamps of the Atchafalaya Basin, where air boats and bigger boats cannot go. Therefore, I provide a personalized swamp tour without sacrificing the comfort of a bigger boat. My boat is powered by an outboard motor that is not loud as an airboat which takes away the natural sounds and quietness of the natural swamp environment with virtually no effects to the wildlife.

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Cajun crawfish experience.

See how the Cajuns do it! Venture into the swamp to find our crawfish traps and help harvest your own sack of true Louisiana crawfish. Contact Ronnie for more info and booking information. 

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Have questions about our tours? Call Ronnie at [337]-257-4889 or give him a shout here. 

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Quick Details

• Calendar Availability: Not offered in July & August

Hour Glass Duration:  8 hours

Users Capacity:  Tour requires a minimum of 8 guests to go out

Tour Transportation : When completing your reservation you will be given the option to select a pick up location. If you do not see your hotel in the menu you can select “to be determined” and we will assign you a pick up location with free parking.

Swamp Tour & More! Full-Day Cajun Experience

Want to get the true Cajun experience in Lafayette, LA? Let us take care of everything!

We do all the planning to give you the perfect day. We’ll pick you up in a comfortable travel van and entertain you as we hit all of our favorite highlights around town.

This tour includes all kinds of fun things to do! Take a guided tour of the Historic Vermilionville Village,  a Louisiana Cajun swamp boat tour in beautiful Lake Martin or Atchafalaya Basin, and a Cajun dance lesson at Gator Cove!

Of course, we’re going to feed you well! Our favorite gumbo and bread pudding is on the menu for lunch and we’ll also throw in a boudin snack so you can eat like a local at some of our favorite Cajun restaurants in Lafayette.

Minimum Capacity Disclosure

All tours are subject to cancellation up to 2 days before as this tour needs a minimum of 8 guests to run. If your tour has not meet the minimum two days prior , Cajun Food Tours will reach out to refund or reschedule.

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Welcome to Louisiana Swamp Tours

Welcome to my webpage. Hello, my name is Wendy Thibodeaux. I have a small company, called Louisiana Swamp Tours, where I take people on beautiful, narrated swamp tours. The place where the swamp tours take place is Lake Martin, located in Breaux Bridge, LA. Louisiana Swamp Tours’ boat will fit up to 9 average size adults. Average size meaning around 185lbs. Our smaller sized boat is more personable. On the boat tour you will travel on the water, passing under cypress trees; with moss adorning and hanging from their branches. While on the swamp tour, we will have the opportunity to see alligators, large and small, and turtles too! Different birds, like the little green heron, little blue heron, great blue heron, white egret, cattle egret, and the snowy egret are often spotted. Sometimes the rosette spoonbill, night heron, and red wing black bird are also noticed while on tour. Along the swamp tour, you will learn different things about the swamp and it’s inhabitants. Louisiana Swamp Tours invites you to join us on a one hour swamp tour through the beautiful Lake Martin. Reservations are required.     

Telephone Number : 1- 337-380-5632

Email us at: [email protected]

Call or email to confirm a tour.