Are There Alligators in New Orleans? (And Where to See Them)
Yes, there are alligators in New Orleans. Thousands of them live in the wetlands that ring the city, and a healthy adult gator can stretch past ten feet. You just will not find them downtown. They are out in the swamps, a short drive from the French Quarter, which is exactly where we take people…
Best Time of Year to Kayak the Louisiana Swamp
The short answer: spring and fall are the most comfortable, summer is best for alligators if you can handle the heat, and a morning paddle beats an afternoon one almost every day of the year. Here is the longer version. The quick answer by season Spring (March to May): the sweet spot. Warm enough for…
Manchac vs Honey Island: Which New Orleans Swamp Kayak Tour Is Right for You?
We run kayak tours on both the Manchac Swamp and the Honey Island Swamp, and the question we get more than any other is simple: which one should I book? Here is the honest answer, not the sales answer. The short version Pick Manchac if you want the classic, eerie cypress swamp with a real…