New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Tour with Lunch

Itinerary
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Pass By: Mississippi River, LA

Cross the Mississippi River bridge to the West Bank of New Orleans.

Pass By: Barataria Preserve, Marrero, LA

En route to the swamp you will travel through the Barataria Preserve, part of the Jean Lafitte National Park & Preserve system. The preserve offers a taste of Louisiana's wild wetlands, protecting 23,000 acres of bayous, swamps, marshes and forests.

Stop At: Adventures of Jean Lafitte, 5145 Fleming Park Rd, Lafitte, LA 70067, USA

Experience the timeless beauty of South Louisiana in a custom built swamp boat. Native guides will reveal the mysteries of the swamps and bayous and the Cajun “joie de vivre.” Discover how the seafood from our bountiful waters provides a wide assortment of delectable local dishes! Observe the nesting grounds of alligators, egrets, raccoons, nutria, and many species of snakes. Some wildlife are more numerous during the warmer months of the year. Learn why our wetlands are disappearing due to coastal erosion and man’s efforts to correct the damage it has done and restore this vital habitat.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Cafe Beignet - Jax Brewery, 600 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Lunch from Cafe Beignet

Duration: 10 minutes