Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour with Local Guide
Wild Louisiana Tours LLC
4.8
619madalynf
3 days ago
We went as a bachelorette group and had a great time! Our guide AJ was very knowledgeable and really helped us get to know the swamp. Recommend if you want a peaceful break from the usual New Orleans activities or change of scenery
Take a 2–3 hour kayak and canoe swamp tour through the historic Manchac swamp. A local Louisiana naturalist guides you through the historic Manchac Swamp explaining historic information and the native ecosystem. Please note that pickup times are 9AM and 12PM, one hour before the tour begins. Please read ticket after booking.
Departure Point
- Guests shuttle instructions:
732 N Rampart St. New Orleans, LA
10:15AM tour - pickup is for 9AM
1PM tour - pickup is for 12:00PM
4PM tour - pickup is for 3PM
Return Details
- Guests shuttle instructions:
732 N Rampart St. New Orleans, LA
10:15AM tour - pickup is for 9AM
1PM tour - pickup is for 12:00PM
4PM tour - pickup is for 3PM
Duration
2 hours - 3 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Wild Louisiana Launch
LaPlace, LA 70068
You can be picked up at the historic St. Roch Market right outside of the French Quarter or drive yourself the short 30 min drive to the tour location. The group will convene at the trip starting point and an introductory lecture on kayaking the swamp will be given. You will then enter your kayak and follow your guide through the scenic Manchac Swamp, a slow-moving bayou that once was home to the destroyed logging ghost town of Ruddock, LA and served as a passage way for historic New Orleans explorers; Iberville, Biennville, and more. Stops will be made along the way and your guide will teach you about the swamp's history and wildlife. The tour duration is anywhere from 2-3hrs depending on the groups kayaking experience. Once you return to the launch site you will join the rest of the group to be transported back to the city. If you drive out yourself you can depart as soon as you return to the launch site.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
- For transportation Uber is ok but not recommended
- Professional guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- 2-3 hour kayak swamp tour
Redemption Instructions
OUR SHUTTLE PICKUP/DROP OFF FROM NEW ORLEANS:
• Ace Hardware 732 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116
• Meeting location for guests who will be picked up and dropped off from the city.
• **9AM PICKUP FOR 10AM TOUR**
• **12:00PM PICKUP FOR 1PM TOUR**
• **3:00PM PICKUP FOR 4:00PM TOUR**
DRIVE TO LAUNCH (MUST INFORM US YOU WILL NOT BE TAKING SHUTTLE AHEAD OF TiME)
- Google Wild Louisiana Launch click get directions.
• **ARRIVE 9:45AM FOR 10:15AM TOUR**
• **ARRIVE 12:30PM FOR 1PM TOUR**
• **ARRIVE 3:30PM FOR 4PM TOUR**
We do not recommend taking a cab/uber to our tour location. It is overly expensive and hard to find return rides as our location is in a remote area.
**Turn by Turn Driving instructions for guests driving to our store**
Heading west on I10 from New Orleans drive roughly 20 miles. Take exit 209 for US-51 N towards La Place. (DO NOT TAKE EXIT 208 for I-55) When you exit take a right on US-51. You will pass a Shell Gas Station on the right hand side of US-51. Continue down US-51 for 5 miles. Our launch is on the left hand side.
IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF ANY INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING PICKUP PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP AT OUR NUMBER ON YOUR VOUCHER
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Wild Louisiana Tours LLC in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Take a 2–3 hour kayak and canoe swamp tour through the historic Manchac swamp. A local Louisiana naturalist guides you through the historic Manchac Swamp explaining historic information and the native ecosystem. Please note that pickup times are 9AM and 12PM, one hour before the tour begins. Please read ticket after booking.
Departure Point
- Guests shuttle instructions:
732 N Rampart St. New Orleans, LA
10:15AM tour - pickup is for 9AM
1PM tour - pickup is for 12:00PM
4PM tour - pickup is for 3PM
Return Details
- Guests shuttle instructions:
732 N Rampart St. New Orleans, LA
10:15AM tour - pickup is for 9AM
1PM tour - pickup is for 12:00PM
4PM tour - pickup is for 3PM
Duration
2 hours - 3 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Wild Louisiana Launch
LaPlace, LA 70068
You can be picked up at the historic St. Roch Market right outside of the French Quarter or drive yourself the short 30 min drive to the tour location. The group will convene at the trip starting point and an introductory lecture on kayaking the swamp will be given. You will then enter your kayak and follow your guide through the scenic Manchac Swamp, a slow-moving bayou that once was home to the destroyed logging ghost town of Ruddock, LA and served as a passage way for historic New Orleans explorers; Iberville, Biennville, and more. Stops will be made along the way and your guide will teach you about the swamp's history and wildlife. The tour duration is anywhere from 2-3hrs depending on the groups kayaking experience. Once you return to the launch site you will join the rest of the group to be transported back to the city. If you drive out yourself you can depart as soon as you return to the launch site.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
- For transportation Uber is ok but not recommended
- Professional guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- 2-3 hour kayak swamp tour
Redemption Instructions
OUR SHUTTLE PICKUP/DROP OFF FROM NEW ORLEANS:
• Ace Hardware 732 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116
• Meeting location for guests who will be picked up and dropped off from the city.
• **9AM PICKUP FOR 10AM TOUR**
• **12:00PM PICKUP FOR 1PM TOUR**
• **3:00PM PICKUP FOR 4:00PM TOUR**
DRIVE TO LAUNCH (MUST INFORM US YOU WILL NOT BE TAKING SHUTTLE AHEAD OF TiME)
- Google Wild Louisiana Launch click get directions.
• **ARRIVE 9:45AM FOR 10:15AM TOUR**
• **ARRIVE 12:30PM FOR 1PM TOUR**
• **ARRIVE 3:30PM FOR 4PM TOUR**
We do not recommend taking a cab/uber to our tour location. It is overly expensive and hard to find return rides as our location is in a remote area.
**Turn by Turn Driving instructions for guests driving to our store**
Heading west on I10 from New Orleans drive roughly 20 miles. Take exit 209 for US-51 N towards La Place. (DO NOT TAKE EXIT 208 for I-55) When you exit take a right on US-51. You will pass a Shell Gas Station on the right hand side of US-51. Continue down US-51 for 5 miles. Our launch is on the left hand side.
IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF ANY INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING PICKUP PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP AT OUR NUMBER ON YOUR VOUCHER
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Wild Louisiana Tours LLC in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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619madalynf
We went as a bachelorette group and had a great time! Our guide AJ was very knowledgeable and really helped us get to know the swamp. Recommend if you want a peaceful break from the usual New Orleans activities or change of scenery
Stephanie_L
Our tour guide was great very enthusiastic and informative, me and my best friend had a great experience and it being our first time kayaking its an arm workout for sure.
Odyssey44812310398
Beautiful morning paddle with a great guide (Greg) who really knows his stuff. We learned about swamp ecology and saw turtles, alligators, bald eagles, hawks and more. Bring sunscreen!
Jillybean4707
Had a fab time kayaking. From start to finish we were well looked after. Collected from New Orleans by AJ who was perfectly on time so no waiting around! Then drive out to the location with close to 3 hours on the water.
AJ was able to answer all our questions and took us on a lovely paddle. Thank you
Climber632431
The pick up in town was prompt and organized. The ride out to the swamp with our illustrious guide, Al, was fun and interesting. Getting into the kayaks was smooth. From there, the tour moved along nicely. Al showed us lots of flora and fauna as we ventured deep into the mangroves. Great tour!