Darrow, Louisiana, United States

Cajun Swamp Experience

Experience the Beauty and Wildlife of the Bayou Explore the teeming ecosystems and hear the lore of Louisiana’s bayou country on a boat tour of Manchac Swamp. Your covered swamp boat will set out from Frenier, a Cajun town set on an isthmus between Lake Pontchartrain and Lake Maurepas. As you cruise with a knowledgeable guide, you will learn about the natural history of the Manchac Swamp and the diverse wildlife that thrives in these dense, beautiful wetlands. Please note that many of the creatures—alligators, turtles, raccoon, wild boar and more—are unafraid of humans and may approach the boat. You will also gain insight into the dramatic history of Frenier, which was devastated by a hurricane in 1915—an incident that expanded the town’s already deep canon of Cajun folk myths and legends. Many of the creatures are unafraid of humans and may approach the boat. Creatures may include alligators, turtles, raccoon, wild boar and more. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.