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NOTE: WE ARE THE ONLY SWAMPTOUR @ LAKEMARTIN with STORE, FACILITIES And RESTROOMS , ECT . NOTE: WE ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CAJUN COUNTRY SWAMPTOURS,WHERE THEY OPERATE OUT OF A TRUCK AT PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH WITH NO FACILITIES, PARKING,SECURITY, ECT.

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At Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours, visitors have the unique opportunity to come up close and personal with the mystique of the bayou. One of the most exhilarating experiences is holding a baby alligator, feeling its cool, textured skin beneath your fingers and the surprisingly gentle grip of its tiny claws. As you cradle this young reptile, you are reminded of the delicate balance of life in the swamp, where nature’s ferocity and vulnerability coexist. It’s a moment where the wild heart of Louisiana can be felt pulsing in the palm of your hand.please ask, we don’t know who wants to this, so please ask.

Lake Martin is a favorite destination for Bird Watching or Birding for tourists from all over the world. This flooded forest is home to 205 different species of birds and is one of the largest nesting areas of wading birds. You will see many species of birds, such as Borrowed Owls, Great-horned Owls, Pileated Woodpeckers, Anhinga, Cormorants, Wood Ducks, Yellow (and Black) crowned Night Herons, & The Great Blue Heron. Other wildlife may be seen such as nutria, frogs, snakes, and best of all, gaint alligators.

Along the way, we may see alligators 3 to 14 ft long. Our experienced guides will explain how Cajuns harvested alligator eggs & alligators.   You will see Cajuns fishing for Sac-A-lait (Means Sack of Milk), crappie to others in the world along with Catfish, Bream, Largemouth Bass and many other favorite native sports fish.

We will traverse very dense aquatic native, and non-native vegetation to Southern Louisiana in our comfortable tour boats. There are many bird watching opportunities with large amounts of alligators.

FREE RV Camper Parking

The proximity of the RV parking to the heart of Lake Martin ensures that travelers are never too far from both the conveniences of their vehicle and the allure of the swamp. FREE RV Camper sites-only with Swamp Tours (self contained only)

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Lake Martin is a favorite destination for Louisiana Bird Watching or Birding for tourists from all over the world.

Only swamptour with facilities

we are the only swamptour on lakemartin with store and restroom facilities for our guest only.Also private parking , back decks on water to hang out and wait around for to your swamptour.

Something for the whole family to remember their trip from Champagne’s Swamp Tours!

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Cajun Country Swamp Tours

   Swamp Tour -$25 per seat - 1.5 hrs - Lafayette - Louisiana

For a swamp tour that is more than just a boat ride.

About Cajun Country Swamp Tours

  Owner, Walter “Butch” Guchereau, grew up on a small Cajun farm located on the banks of the Bayou Teche in Breaux Bridge, La. From early on his father introduced him to the swamps of Cajun Country. By hunting, sport and commercial fishing and just plain exploring he came to know the swamps like his own backyard. Butch put himself through college by working summers on dredge boats located in Louisiana on the Mississippi and Atchafalaya River systems where he experienced the dynamic forces that have built the land of Acadiana over the last 25,000 years. He learned how the rivers, bayous, wetland areas, man’s interventions and coastal erosion are all intertwined and constantly changing. The time he has spent in the swamplands of Cajun Country coupled with college degrees in Zoology and Botany has given Butch a rich insight into the ecology of Louisiana swamps.

This knowledge has been taught to Cajun Country Swamp Tour boat captains to make your tour educational, entertaining, and enjoyable ( More than just a boat ride ). Your swamp tour is taken personally by us because we know that for many of you this maybe your only trip to Cajun Country and it is important to us that everyone’s swamp tour in Cajun Country is both pleasurable and memorable. 

Our tour boats are open Cajun crawfish skiffs powered by an extremely quiet, environmentally friendly, 4-stroke outboard motor with the water intake fixed so that shallow water muck and thick vegetation are not a problem. This very quiet motor, and the relatively small size of the swamp tour boat allows for some great wildlife viewing.

My swamp tour guides and I have spent most of our lives either learning about or earning an income from the swamps of Cajun Co untry - this is where we want to be. The swamps are our passion and Joie de Vivre (Joy of Life), and sharing a few hours with people who love and enjoy nature and the great outdoors is an enjoyable experience for us. Our personal experiences and observations along with my educational background enables us to give you an insightful eco-journey into the swamplands of the Atchafalaya Basin that is educational, enjoyable and entertaining; and just maybe with a serving of Cajun Hospitality this will not be your only trip to Cajun Country.

Located only minutes from Lafayette; an hour from Baton Rouge; 1.5 hours from Lake Charles; and 2.5 hrs from New Orleans, Louisiana... In the heart of Cajun Country!

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Lake Martin, cypress Island preserve

Gorgeous sunset tours!

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One of the best bird watching areas in North America

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AWw  (sha) gators hatch around September

 Lake Martin is zoned as a non-commercial area...there is no office or store front when you arrive. Tour guides meet all guests at the Lake Martin public boat landing for departure. Look for our blue banner next to the boat dock. Please be sure to make a bathroom stop before you arrive and also PLEASE watch your speed down Lake Martin road. Thank you:)

Lake Martin Swamp Tours Near lafayette Louisiana

South entryway to the lake is closed at Prarie hwy 353. Please use front entrance at Hwy 31 to Lake Martin rd. If your gps has you turning onto prarie hwy, pass it up and it will reroute you to the front entrance. Please call us if you have any questions.

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RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: Please call prior to confirm a tour is departing at a scheduled time. Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel. Please call for reservation because tour times vary. This professionally guided swamp tour will take you safely through cypress trees and tupelo gum trees draped in...

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RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: Please call prior to confirm a tour is departing at a scheduled time. Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel. Please call for reservation because tour times vary. This professionally guided swamp tour will take you safely through cypress trees and tupelo gum trees draped in...   Read More

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“ Ronnie not only knew the swamp and his boat, but he knew the places that brought the wildlife to our very boat. ” in 41 reviews

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“ Very knowledgeable, very thorough, and it was a great way to experience the swamp and bayou of Lake Martin . ” in 23 reviews

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Our Louisiana Cajun swamp tours depart from the only Handicap Accessible docks for our swamp tour boats on Lake Martin & transport you on a ecotourism adventure deep in the heart of Lake Martin. Where you will experience the real soul of a Louisiana swamps & bayous. Our Breaux Bridge Lake Martin store is a short drive from Lafayette, LA and less than an hours drive from Baton Rouge, LA. Only a 23 min drive from the Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. We have air conditioning & the only bathrooms at Lake Martin, LA. Tours in French are also available. Tour departure times vary so please email or call for a reservation. We are a top rated Louisiana tourist attraction for family vacations. This 2 hour tour is one of the best things to do in Lafayette, LA. Ici On Parle Français. …

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We had an amazing time during the 1000 tour !! The kids loved it and Jimmy was very knowledgeable! He answered all of our questions! I highly recommend it !

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Jimmy was our captain/tour guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Beautiful area. Definitely recommend. Reasonable price.

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Very good tour. Worth to come. Jason is very nice your guy! Ronnie at Airboat is a very nice guy too! We went both trip and I am happy with it!

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Johnathan was an excellent tour guide. Super knowledgeable about absolutely everything in the swamp and bayou. Highly recommend this company.

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We called and made reservations 2 hours before we wanted to go and the man on the phone was so accommodating. When we got to the place, they had a store and they were so friendly They made us feel so welcome and the guide, Jimmy, was so sweet and stopped the boat every time we saw something we wanted to take a picture of It was so awesome

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Rented a fishing kayak and regular kayak and tried to catch some fish. No luck today, but the scenery is beautiful! The water is clear and there are alligators everywhere. I definitely plan on coming back.

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This was a outstanding tour, Bryan is very knowledgeable about the birds and wildlife in the swamp. I was late and thought I wouldn't get the swamp tour I was dreaming about, I was on vacation and this was a must see. Bryan came back from the tour and picked us up. Customer service like I've never seen before, this is a group of hard working great folks. Thank you for the day that we will never forget. Chuck

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Great tour and even nicer guys! We were in town and had a very small window to sneak in a swamp tour, which our young kids really wanted to do. They were wonderful with our little ones and extremely knowledgeable about the swamp and wild life.

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There were 4 of us today and we just dropped in and asked for a tour. I recommend you pay cash for a better deal. They were willing and ready to accommodate us. The tour guide couldn't have been better, he was amazing!! Very knowledgeable about the wildlife, vegetation, and waterways. We saw so many birds nesting off in the distance, many nests, extremely diverse vegetation, turtles and most importantly in a swamp, alligators! At least 20 alligators in the wild. It was so worth the time and money!

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Awesome tour! We saw everything to include the Rosette (pink) Spoonbills. Very knowledgeable and organized. Jimmy was our guide and was great!

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Our Louisiana Breaux Bridge and Lafayette LA swamp tours depart from the only Handicap Accessible wharf for swamp boats on Lake Martin & transport you into the deep heart of the swamp. Where you will experience the real soul of the swamps & bayous, in Louisiana.  Our Breaux Bridge store is a short drive from Lafayette, LA and less than an hours drive from Baton Rouge, LA. Enjoy all the beauty and excitement of the Lake Martin Cypress Island Preserve Swamp on one of our relaxing authentic Cajun Lake Martin swamp tours.  RV and Tour Bus parking is available.

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This was one of the most cool, magical experiences we've ever had! Jimmy, our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the ecology and botany of the swamp and bayou. We saw many gators from babies... Read more

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The 9 Best Louisiana Swamp Tours of 2024

Explore Louisiana's famous swamps and bayous on one of these tours.

The Best Louisiana Swamp Tours

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Swamp tours are a popular activity for any visit to Louisiana. In addition to alligators, Louisiana's swamps and bayous offer a chance to see bears, beavers, foxes, nutrias and racoons, as well as dozens of amphibian and reptile species.

We've determined the following Louisiana swamp tours to be the best based on traveler reviews and expert opinion. What's more, several of the recommended tour companies are located close to New Orleans and offer transportation.

Airboat Adventures – Small Boat Tours: Lafitte

Price: From $89 Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

One of the best swamp tours near New Orleans , this small-group excursion accommodates up to 10 passengers and features a multitude of reptiles, birds and other swamp residents. Riders frequently report enjoying the high-speed trips as well as the experienced guides and, of course, the plentiful wildlife on display.

Shuttle service between New Orleans hotels and Airboat Adventures' Lafitte location is available for an additional fee of $30 per person. Note: Airboat passengers must be at least 5 years old. The company also offers tours in its larger airboats and pontoon boats.

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Cajun Encounters – VIP Swamp Tour: Slidell

Price: From $94.99 Duration: Two hours

This small-group excursion traverses the Honey Island Swamp via a flat-bottomed boat, which has the ability to maneuver narrow waterways. The excursion puts travelers within close proximity of alligators, bears, river otters and numerous types of birds, including great horned owls and bald eagles. Tour-takers consistently find the boat guides informative and entertaining, and enjoy the array of observable plant and animal life.

Tours are available several times daily. Cajun Encounters, located on the West Pearl River in Slidell, also offers pickup service from several French Quarter hotels as well as its New Orleans tour office ( 941 Decatur Street ) for an additional fee. Note that children under age 13 are not permitted on this tour; however, they are allowed on the company's larger swamp tours.

New Orleans Kayak Tours – Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour: Ponchatoula

Price: From $59 Duration: 2.5 hours

Many swamp tours rely on motorized boats to navigate Louisiana's waterways, but this tour uses kayaks to explore the peaceful Manchac Swamp. Thanks to the swamp's calm waters, this outing is suitable for paddlers of all experience levels. Trip-takers tend to appreciate the guides' educational commentary, as well as the frequent animal sightings. If you're interested in the paranormal, ask your tour guide about the haunted history of Manchac Swamp — it is believed to be haunted by a voodoo priestess.

Departure times may vary by season, but start times of 9 and 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. are typical. From March through September, there's an additional 4:30 p.m. departure time. Transportation from New Orleans (the Rampart Treehouse/10 pizza ) is available for an additional $25 per person.

Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours – Swamp Airboat Tour: Marrero

Price: From $98 Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

Traverse southern Louisiana's swamps and bayous and the canals connecting them aboard a powerful airboat on this top-rated expedition. Tour-takers generally enjoy both the numerous wildlife sightings and the informed commentary by the guides.

Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours operates multiple airboats, with tours departing at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily. Winter hours vary. Transportation between select New Orleans locations and the company's Marrero base is available for an additional fee. Hotel pickup starts up to 90 minutes before tour departure times. Note: Children younger than 5 are not permitted on this tour.

Louisiana Tour Company – New Orleans Swamp Tour by Tour Boat: Marrero

Price: From $35 for adults; $15 for kids Duration: 2 hours

Glide through the wetlands within the Barataria Preserve aboard a covered boat built for comfort. Along with restrooms and cushioned seats, boats are equipped with guides who will regale you with amusing and informative commentary as you keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and sights like an ancient Native American burial mound and a Cajun fishing village.

Hotel pickup in New Orleans is available for an additional fee. Boat rides start at 9:40 a.m., 12:10 p.m. and 2:10 p.m. daily with a seasonal 4:15 departure time, and hotel pickups start about 90 minutes prior to start time. In addition to swamp tours, the company also offers plantation and airboat tours, among other options.

Ultimate Swamp Adventures – Covered Pontoon Swamp Boat Tour: Westwego

Price: Adults from $32; kids from $15 Duration: 2 hours

Cruise Bayou Segnette on this excursion, which features captains versed in the local culture and habitat. Past participants describe the guides as highly entertaining and enlightening and report seeing many alligators and birds. Tours are offered multiple times a day all year long. They depart at 9:45 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., with an additional 4 p.m. start time in months with sufficient evening sunlight.

Transportation from New Orleans hotels is available for an additional fee, and shuttle service begins about an hour prior to designated departure times. The large covered vessels can accommodate up to 68 passengers. Ultimate Swamp Adventures, located in Westwego about 10 miles from New Orleans, also offers airboat tours.

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The Best Louisiana Swamp Tours

Atchafalaya Basin Landing Airboat Swamp Tours – Traditional Swamp Boat Tour: Henderson

Price: From $39 Duration: 1.5 hours

The Atchafalaya Basin has bragging rights as the biggest U.S. river swamp – even bigger than the Florida Everglades . A variety of swamp creatures inhabit its nearly 1 million acres of bayous, swamps and lakes. Tourgoers consistently sing the praises of the striking scenery and the friendly, professional staff. Additionally, by opting for the swamp boat tour, you can ride through even more of the basin than during the company's namesake airboat tours.

McGee's Louisiana Swamp & Airboat Tours – Swamp Tours: Henderson

Price: Adults from $35; kids from $25 Duration: 1.5 hours

Enjoy an up-close look at the Atchafalaya Basin's unique ecosystem on this tour. Reviewers say the tour is well-suited for families with children, and applaud the guides for their insightful and compelling narration. Tours happen three times daily, departing at 10 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m.

In addition to the swamp boat tours (which welcome up to 48 passengers), rides in smaller airboats, as well as seasonal sunset tours, are also available. Henderson, where McGee's is based, is located 45 miles west of Baton Rouge .

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Champagne's Swamp Tours – Swamp Boat Tour: Breaux Bridge

Price: Adults from $28; kids from $23.50 Duration: 1.5 hours

The Cypress Island Nature Preserve at Lake Martin is home to hundreds of bird species, as well as alligators and other wildlife. This tour provides opportunities to see some of these spectacular creatures up close. Guides regularly win accolades for their knowledge of the local flora and fauna.

Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the company directly. The Champagne's Swamp Tours storefront in Breaux Bridge, which is approximately 50 miles southwest of Baton Rouge, opens daily at 8 a.m. (excluding some holidays). The company's boats are wheelchair-accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Atchafalaya Basin is largely considered the most famous swamp in Louisiana. It is the largest river swamp in the U.S.

Dress comfortably (think: loose layers) and bring a light jacket in the event it rains or you get chilly while you're out on the water.

Spring and summer are prime time for alligator sightings, though you'll likely see them no matter when you visit.

You'll increase your chances of spotting alligators by booking a morning tour, as wildlife is typically most active during this time (as well as late evening).

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    337-230-4068. At Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, visitors have the unique opportunity to come up close and personal with the mystique of the bayou. One of the most exhilarating experiences is holding a baby alligator, feeling its cool, textured skin beneath your fingers and the surprisingly gentle grip of its tiny claws.

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    Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel. Please call for reservation because tour times vary. This professionally guided swamp tour will take you safely through ...

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    Specialties: Our Louisiana Cajun swamp tours depart from the only Handicap Accessible docks for our swamp tour boats on Lake Martin & transport you on a ecotourism adventure deep in the heart of Lake Martin. Where you will experience the real soul of a Louisiana swamps & bayous. Our Breaux Bridge Lake Martin store is a short drive from Lafayette, LA and less than an hours drive from Baton ...

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    Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, Breaux Bridge: See 2,069 reviews, articles, and 2,284 photos of Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, ranked No.4 on Tripadvisor among 4 attractions in Breaux Bridge.

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    Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, Breaux Bridge: See 2,068 reviews, articles, and 2,276 photos of Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, ranked No.4 on Tripadvisor among 4 attractions in Breaux Bridge.

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    About Cajun Country Swamp Tours. Owner, Walter "Butch" Guchereau, grew up on a small Cajun farm located on the banks of the Bayou Teche in Breaux Bridge, La. From early on his father introduced him to the swamps of Cajun Country. By hunting, sport and commercial fishing and just plain exploring he came to know the swamps like his own backyard.

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    Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. 7,350 likes · 8 talking about this · 11,138 were here. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, departs from the only store/office and Handicap...

  8. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours

    Mar 12, 2024 - RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: Please call prior to confirm a tour is departing at a scheduled time. Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Cham...

  9. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours

    Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel. Please call for reservation because tour times vary. This professionally guided swamp tour will take you safely through ...

  10. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours

    RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: Please call prior to confirm a tour is departing at a scheduled time. Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel. Please call for reservation because tour times vary.

  11. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours (Breaux Bridge)

    Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, Breaux Bridge: See 2,065 reviews, articles, and 2,275 photos of Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, ranked No.4 on Tripadvisor among 4 attractions in Breaux Bridge.

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    215 reviews and 414 photos of Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours "Brian gave us an awesome customized tour of Lake Martin, which is one of the smaller swamps in the area, but small is a VERY relative term here. We saw turtles, lots of bird species, and, most importantly, a couple of alligators. Brian actually found us a baby alligator to hold and play with.

  13. CHAMPAGNE'S CAJUN SWAMP TOURS (Breaux Bridge)

    RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: Please call prior to confirm a tour is departing at a scheduled time. Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel.

  14. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours, Breaux Bridge

    Our Louisiana Breaux Bridge and Lafayette LA swamp tours depart from the only Handicap Accessible wharf for swamp boats on Lake Martin & transport you into the deep heart of the swamp. Where you will experience the real soul of the swamps & bayous, in Louisiana. Our Breaux Bridge store is a short drive from Lafayette, LA and less than an hours drive from Baton Rouge, LA. Enjoy all the beauty ...

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    Get more information for Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours in Breaux Bridge, LA. See reviews, map, get the address, and find directions. Search MapQuest. Hotels. Food. Shopping. Coffee. Grocery. Gas. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours. Open until 7:00 PM. 2007 Tripadvisor reviews (337) 230-4068. Website. More. ... Their boat tour is a great way to see ...

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    The Champagne's Swamp Tours storefront in Breaux Bridge, which is approximately 50 miles southwest of Baton Rouge, opens daily at 8 a.m. (excluding some holidays). The company's boats are ...

  17. Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours

    Swamp Tour Times: 8am, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Located in Breaux Bridge near Lafayette, LA, Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours guided eco boat rides offer insight into Lake Martin's swamp, St. Martin Parish's hidden jewel. Please call for reservation because tour times vary. This professionally guided swamp tour will take you safely through ...