Top Louisiana Kayaking Tours

Venture beyond New Orleans to the wilds of the Louisiana bayous on a small-group kayaking tour of the Manchac and Maurepas swamps. Climb aboard a tandem kayak and paddle through a lush landscape of cypress forests and wetlands teeming with wildlife. No kayaking experience is necessary, as a guide teaches you everything need to know to enjoy this Southern-style adventure.

A self guided adventure just minutes from the French quarter on Bayou Bienvenue. The area is teeming with wildlife; from birds, herons, docile alligators, turtles, and more.

Discover the natural landscape and history of Southern Louisiana on a combo tour to the Whitney Plantation and Manchac Swamp. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides more information about slavery in Louisiana than you might find in a guidebook. Finish off the day with a kayaking session through a secluded swamp far from city crowds—equipment and private paddle lesson included.

If you are a more experienced kayaker, trying to get away from the regular crowds and varying levels of experience and skill that come with them, the 4 hour excursion trip is for you. This is a tour for the adventurer, an opportunity to go a little bit further and see a whole lot more. Spend 4 hours total on the water, guided by an experienced local naturalist, exploring the vast cypress forests and bayous that make up our nation’s 2nd largest bald cypress swamp

Immerse yourself in nature, just outside of New Orleans, on this guided kayak tour through the backwaters of the historic Honey Island Swamp. Suitable for beginner and moderate kayakers, paddle with a guide and small group through the water trails teeming with wildlife and large cypress trees, and soak in the tranquil environment.

Immerse yourself in the nature and wildlife of the St. Tammany Parish with this guided kayak tour with a small group of just 10 people. Meet at the Cane Bayou Launch in Lacombe, get set up, then paddle along the water on the way to Lake Pontchartrain. Keep an eye out for wildlife as you pass by pine forest, cypress swamp, and salt marsh along the way.

Experience the full story of the wetlands in a eco-friendly low impact way. Kayak through a true swamp surrounded by large cypress tree covered in Spanish Moss . Our top rated kayak guides will stop along the way to tell you all about the diverse ecosystems in south Louisiana. Follow our guide down a natural bayou through a natural Louisiana swamp. Along the way your guide will pause to give detailed info about the bayous, swamps, and Louisiana’s wetland eco systems. At the mid way point, we will enjoy stop and enjoy the surroundings. Depending on the season wildlife consists of ibises, egrets, herons, eagles, alligators, turtles, and more. Woodpeckers and assorted song birds are seasonal visitors to the living and dead cypress trees visible from the bayou. Reservations are required, if you do not use our transportation detailed driving directions will be emailed in the confirmation email. We currently use a public launch near Laplace, La.

Being in a kayak or canoe on Caddo Lake is the most amazing way to experience this magical place! Caddo Lake is a hidden gem nestled between Texas and Louisiana. The largest Bald Cypress Forest in the world is a magical place that has the be experienced. You will have a hard time believing this place is real!

The 'Hooked on the Bayou' tour is more than just fishing; it's an opportunity to connect with the rich culture and history of New Orleans. Learn about the local wildlife, spot exotic birds and even catch a glimpse of alligators in their natural habitat. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a unique date, or a group of friends looking for an unforgettable adventure, our New Orleans Kayak Fishing Trips are designed for all. Come join us for a day of paddling, casting, and discovering the natural wonders of the bayou, and get ready to be 'hooked' on this exceptional outdoor experience!