
The Bayou Swamp Tours in Louisiana was one of the exquisite of our experience. Gnarled cypress trees dripping with lush Spanish moss look so mysterious that you feel like you’ve stepped back in time to an ancient land. Dense Spanish moss hides wild inhabitants of southern waters like alligators, turtles, hundreds of birds, raccoons, and...
I am going to have to admit, when I first saw this post, how the heck can a ‘swamp tour’ be appealing to visitors to Louisiana. For me, its just boggy water and might be a bit smelly in places. However you have describe this not in this way (did it smell by the way?) and actually made it appealing to visit the swamp. However, I would do this because of the wildlife. I never seen raccoons and alligators in the wild before and would love to check them up close (well, not too close). I havent been to a swamp like this before so would find it interesting. I just hate the word ‘swamp’, it just doesnt sound appealing. 😀 Oh well….anyway, Louisiana, I will tick you off soon and hopefully I do a swamp tour. 🙂
I don’t really know much about the bayou in Louisiana and I didn’t know the difference between a bayou and a swamp, but now I do. Sounds like a great experience and all the wildlife you captured in your photos looks amazing. So different to the wildlife we’re used to seeing in the UK. Love to do this one day.
This is very interesting. I’ve been to multiple marshlands & swamps, and spotted several birds, small wildlife incl. jellyfish, but never one with crocodiles or alligators in it! I’d love to go here. Love your photographs of the wildlife there. Esp., the photo of egret with the fish in its beak is just awesome! Perfectly timed shot.
I have never heard of these swamp tours but now you may have convinced me to try it one day! We are particularly interested to see all the wildlife but my partner is probably scared of ever seeing any alligators. The birds would also be of particular interest.
Surprisingly, I also enjoy visiting the nearest swamps and observed how the local wildlife lives and enjoys nature. BIrdwatching is my favorite activity and sitting next to the swamp with a picnic basket. This kind of slow travel gives us good vibes and makes us feel calm.
Louisiana is famous for its bayou and swamps. I haven’t done the tour yet since I was afraid if the alligator would bump to the boat. But I guess it won’t happen when you go with an experienced tour guide. It’s really unique and I love all your wild animals pictures.
Very interesting tour. I never knew the difference between a bayou and a swamp, so I’m glad I found out. We’ve been in New Orleans many times, but never thought of taking a tour of the bayou. I would like to see the Mississippi River Delta and spot some of these animals. The raccoons are out-of-this-world cute!