So glad we made the decision to book a day on the Tchefuncte River. Captain Chris was knowledgeable…read moreof wildlife and brought us to beautiful scenery. Swam at a spot called Brady Island and then out "the mouth" heading into Lake Ponchartrain. Whether you own a boat and want a day to sit back and let someone else be responsible or a first timer on the water, this was a great choice! Booking a sunset wine cruise next!

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My husband and I were visiting New Orleans from Texas for our anniversary. We knew we wanted to do…read morean alligator tour but my husband was adamant about doing an airboat. I'm glad he was because it was such a cool experience. Everything was so personal and easy from booking to check in to bidding our awesome captain goodbye. We had captain Woody and I'd 100% recommend him if you get a choice. He was funny and so knowledgable and his passion for the work they do was apparent. His knowledge of each individual gator was endearing and impressive. Logistically it was only a 30-40 min drive from NOLA and very easy to find. On Woody's recommendation, we went to an adorable restaurant called Spahr's afterword and had some delicious seafood with a view full of gators in their backyard!

We stumbled upon this tour last minute as they were the most accommodating to our group! We were…read moreable to book a last minute tour which fit right into our schedule! Betty the front desk lady was so nice and helpful! The tour we had with Captain Arthur was by far the best airboat tour we've ever experienced! He is truly one of a kind! He very informative, funny and skilled in his craft! Would definitely come back for a night tour next time!

We had a great time on the swamp tour. The captain/host was courteous and knowledgeable throughout…read morethe trip. The boat ride through the marsh felt exciting--almost like drifting quickly over water while still being smooth and safe. We were able to get up close to alligators, which was an unforgettable experience. Beyond the scenery, the guide shared interesting insights about wetland conservation, the preservation of Louisiana's coastline, and local history and culture, which added real depth to the tour. Overall, this is a fun and engaging activity that's suitable for the whole family. Highly recommended.

Prior to heading to New Orleans, we knew a swamp tour was a must. After doing some research, we…read morelanded on New Orleans Airboat Tours, and I'm glad we did. We booked transportation through them as well, which ran $72. For comparison, I checked Uber pricing and it was about $65 one way, and there were plenty of Ubers available near the tour location. The staff was friendly and easy to work with from the start. I ended up needing to change our date, and they were very accommodating, which I appreciated. Once we arrived at their headquarters, the place was clean, well kept, and had a true "bayou" feel to it. One interesting thing, they actually own the swamp land, so you're essentially touring their backyard... with alligators included. We were assigned Captain Matt, and he made the experience. You could tell he genuinely cares about the wildlife and the ecosystem, which added a lot to the tour. It wasn't just a ride, it felt informative and authentic. The tour lasted about 1 hour and 45 minutes. We chose to sit in the front, which meant getting a little wet, but the views were absolutely worth it, especially when the captain started interacting with the gators. Overall, this was money well spent. We had a great time and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone visiting New Orleans.

This is the second time we've taken this boat cruise. We got so much out of it before that we…read morewanted to take our son. This is a traditional paddlewheel boat with three levels. The top level has a bar counter and tables under a canopy. Up front there are benches so you are looking straight ahead as you travel. The middle level has a nice indoor dining room. You can order traditional Louisiana dishes. Outside the dining room are benches. We chose to sit on the top level facing forward, but it was so cold in front, we moved to the tables in the rear. There is a wonderful narrator letting you know when you pass interesting sites. The Domino Sugar factory that you pass is really something to see, and it's hard to believe it's still in use. They make a stop at the Chalmette Battlefield (you can get off the boat or stay and relax on the boat). There is a tour guide who talks about the battleground, which is pretty interesting. The best thing about the Creole Queen is the narrator. After the battlefield, the second half of the tour focuses on Hurricane Katrina. He wants that it can be disturbing and announced that if you didn't want to hear it, you can go to the dining room, as it isn't broadcasted in there. He is very candid, and I learned so much about the terrible way Hurricane Katrina was handled, as well as just how terrible the hurricane was. It was very, very sad. I highly recommend this tour. As I said, we enjoyed it so much the first time that we wanted to go back and share it with our son.

The historical tour was interesting BUT the presentation of Andrew Jackson as Savior of the United…read moreStates didn't accurately represent him as a racist, president, especially towards Native Americans. That being said, the rest of the tour was informative and relaxing. I enjoyed the New Orleans themed playlist.

Hosted a group of thirteen kids and grandkids today at Honey Island Swamp Tours and really enjoyed…read moreit. Captain Ron showed us a fine time for almost two hours and it was a great value for our money. We saw gators, turtles, herons, egrets, raccoons, feral pigs, snakes and more. We also learned a lot about the environment, the local culture, and the area's rich history. Honey Island Swamp Tours is highly recommended.

We really enjoyed our tour! We were picked up on time from our hotel in New Orleans and our driver,…read moreMario, was great-- very knowledgeable and even stopped on the way for drive-through daiquiris for us. So fun! After about 40 minutes, we got to the swamp. Our swamp tour guide Chris was professional and found us a bunch of critters to look at. We saw alligators, turtles, raccoons, and a blue heron. We almost booked with a different popular swamp tour agency, but they charged double the price that Honey Island Swamp Tours did. Funny enough, we saw their boats on our tour which means we probably see the same exact things they do. I'd definitely recommend this tour agency to see the swamp. We had a great time, thank you!

Brianna was our tour guide but everyone there was so friendly and helpful. They really made this…read moreexperience enjoyable and amazing. Definitely get the feeding buckets. It's way better than you think it is. We probably should have gotten more. We had kids ranging from 4-12. This event was perfect for every age. Brianna was so patient and encouraging with all of the animal interactions. Things that I'm used to telling my kids, "no, don't touch!" She no only encourage touching, but holding, feeding and even riding one of the biggest tortoises, who was more than happy and not even bothered, he just wanted snacks. Holding the gator and some of the other reptiles was an absolute highlight of the trip. If you want something more interactive and family friendly, I highly recommend this spot. I can't say enough praises and I wish I could give more than 5 stars.

Super interactive. Alligators, crocodiles, porcupines, etc…read more Minnie the alligator was super happy being held and petted. We had a personal tour guide who pretty much knew every animal individually.

I booked an extended Manchac Swamp kayak tour during a visit to New Orleans in late February,…read morewanting to see the swamp and its wildlife in a more personal and eco-friendly way than the more popular airboat and alligator-feeding tours. My partner and I have some experience paddling and wanted plenty of time to see wildlife and get deep in the swamp for the best scenery, and for us the extended tour was the right choice! I'd recommend it to visitors to New Orleans who love nature, the outdoors, and/or getting a fun and unique workout in during vacation. We were on the water for about 4 hours. Sunscreen, sunglasses, shoes you don't mind getting wet, and PLENTY of water are a must! There are stops at a truck stop right before and after for the bathroom and buying any drinks/snacks, plus a stop on dry land during the tour. Our guide Nick was clearly dedicated to both paddling and nature even outside of work, and our tour felt less like a scripted performance as some tours can be and more like a buddy was showing and telling you things he was passionate about. We saw several small alligators, barred owls, hawks, turtles, and water birds. It was unseasonably warm so the reptiles were a treat to see, and it was awesome getting to see owls out in daylight which I'd never be able to pick out myself. Bring binoculars if you have them! My only small complaint, which has nothing to do with the tour itself: the AI-generated content on the company's Instagram page is kind of weird. Photos and videos from actual tours would be more honest and enticing!

MJ was fantastic, very knowledgeable. Plenty of gators to see, birds, and a turtle…read more Great time on the water for amour first trip to New Orleans! Can't recommend this tour enough. Ask for MJ!

Well after living in the south all my life I finally did a swamp tour with the kiddos and am here…read moreto report that even if you're a local you should consider a tour. It's entertaining and fun! It was raining when we arrived but they had raincoats for everyone and as soon as the threat of getting hit by a bolt of lightening passed off we went. The boats here are covered so getting beat down by the sun is not too much of an issue. Like I said it was raining when we went so the covered top protected us from getting drenched as well. We saw some gators almost immediately and that was pretty cool. They are almost tame out here and come to the boat when called to get a treat. We also enjoyed seeing lots of egrets and various other birds, a few racoons and lots of spiders and dragonflies. Our tour guide was very knowable and made a few corny jokes that the tourists and kids loved. We learned a lot about the ecosystem of the area. The tour lasted about 2 hours and was a great way to spend an afternoon. I highly recommend this tour! Tip-sit in the middle if possible. That's the best view and if you're at the very front or very back you'll get swamp water on you for sure.

While we had family visiting we decided to take this tour…read more The staff is really great! And even though it was hot as heck, we didn't get overheated at all. Great views, great tour guide, lots of fun! We used an online coupon, which I highly recommend. Had no issues at all with it. Don't hesitate to take this tour, absolutely worth it!

What could be better than a jazz cruise down the Mississippi river in New Orleans on Easter Sunday?…read more Taking the cruise in the rain. I fell in love with the Mississippi River on a rainy day Easter Sunday jazz cruise. The sky was gray and leaden. The rain was light but steady. The wind came and went. People wore their Easter finery with ponchos over their clothing to stay dry. We listened to jazz and ate muffins and drank coffee. We listened to the captain tell tales of New Orleans history and geography. We sat on benches overlooking the Mississippi River. We cuddled together with the wind blowing raindrops in our faces. The air was cool; the rain danced down. The wind played games with our ponchos and the purple scarf that I had wrapped around my head. The steamboat paddled along the Old Muddy. People sat in the dining room and the Captain's Salon. Others sat on the top deck in the rain. Teenagers took pictures standing at the bow under the American flag. Jazz played. Birds flew by. Two hours existed in a time capsule of wind and rain and music and water and joy.

Worth doing once, but overall nothing particularly special. The highlight for me was the narration…read morewhile we cruised down the river. Unfortunately the views were underwhelming, mostly businesses and factories when I had expected something more scenic. There was a jazz band playing on the lower level, and bars were set up on each floor, which was nice. What I didn't like was the photo op before boarding. They take your picture and then walk around trying to sell you an overpriced package afterward. You'd have the same experience on the Mark Twain Riverboat at Disneyland, except this was the real thing.

Ahh this was my first time at this location. We drove up from New Orleans since we'd completed all…read morethe escape rooms there. 7 deadly sins was nice! Visually appealing and challenging. The staff were friendly. We'll be returning to try more rooms!!

Had the best time at this escape room! I'd visited another location in another state. This was my…read morefirst time at this location. The room was super difficult. But not so difficult that you can't get through it. But definitely difficult enough that you have to use all your brains cells to get out. Hope to be back soon!!