New Orleans

Private Tour of the Honey Island Swamp

New Orleans, USA
Private Tour of the Honey Island Swamp
  • 2 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Adventure to Honey Island Swamp on this private tour and see the natural beauty of the Louisiana swamp up close. Cruise from the West Pearl River in Slidell on a shaded flat-bottom boat into the marshy waters, and stay on the lookout for alligators along the riverbanks. Pass through a Cajun village, hear stories about the Honey Island Swamp Monster, and learn about the swamp's environment from your guide who’s a professional wetland ecologist.
  • Private boat tour of Honey Island Swamp, led by a wetland ecologist guide
  • Look out for alligators, herons, feral hogs, raccoons, turtles, and other native wildlife
  • Hear tales of pirates and the legendary Honey Island Swamp Monster
  • The tour can be customized to suit the needs of your private group of up to 14
  • Choose from three departure times daily
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible

What's Included

  • Private tour with just your group of 20 people max
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick up/drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 41490 Crawford Landing Rd, Slidell, LA 70461, USA

    Departure Point: West Pearl River in Slidell Address: 41490 Crawford Landing Rd. Slidell, LA 70461 Directions: (New Orleans, Covington, Mississippi and the Gulf Coast), you must exit Interstate 10 in Slidell at exit 266 (US 190) also known locally as Gause Boulevard. Take US 190 East (2 miles) to the traffic light located at the intersection of US 190 and Highway 1090 (Military Road). Turn LEFT. Drive NORTH 1 mile on 1090 where you will pass over Interstate 10. Immediately, you will come to the Interstate Service Road. Turn RIGHT onto the Service Road and follow it 1.5 miles to its end at the Pearl River. 41490 Crawford Landing Rd, Slidell, LA 70461 Lat: 30.3030228 Lon: -89.706459 Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Meet at the prearranged location on Slidell's West Pearl River, roughly 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time.

Board your 14-passenger US Coast Guard–approved boat, which is covered to provide shade from the Louisiana sun, and embark on an adventure through one of the wildest swamps in the United States.

Throughout the cruise, you and your guide can expect the undivided attention of a professional wetland ecologist guide. As you go, make sure you let your guide know if you would like more time in certain areas of the swamp.

Notice moss hanging from the gnarled cypress trees and the smell of azaleas as you cruise through the murky waters. Be on the lookout for creatures such as alligators, raccoons, owls, otters, and frogs. You might also be one of the few to spot the Honey Island Swamp Monster.

Pass through a Cajun village where local fisherman are usually out and about. See them catching bluegill, sunfish, crawfish, largemouth bass, and other local fish.

When the time comes, make your way back up the swamp. Your cruise concludes back at the original launch point.

Dr. Wagner's Honey Island Swamp Tours

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Service animals allowed
  • A maximum of 20 people per booking
  • All can enjoy.
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Ellen_V, Apr 2022
We had a great Swamp Tour on Easter Sunday. Saw a lot of wildlife. Paul was a great guide. We learned a lot on our tour.

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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