Swamp tours may be a popular tourist attraction, but have you ever taken one? There’s a reason these tours are so popular — they take you through some of the most beautiful natural scenery Louisiana has to offer. You’ll get to experience Louisiana’s wild side up close and personal while learning about the history of the land from a longtime native who knows the wetlands like the back of his (or her) hand. There’s one particular swamp boat tour in Lousiana that’s right in the heart of Cajun Country and it will take you on a water adventure like no other.

Located in St. Martin Parish right in the depths of Cajun Country, Lake Martin is a wildlife preserve and swampland that’s perhaps one of the most beautiful natural landscapes in Louisiana.

Wesley Toombs/Google This natural oasis is worthy of a road trip from any corner of the state.

Home to countless alligators, turtles, snakes, and scores of birds, Lake Martin is truly a nature lover’s paradise.

Bryan Champagne/Google More than 200 species of birds call the area home, making it one of the largest nesting areas for wading birds in the state. Keep your eyes to the skies to spot owls, woodpeckers, and ducks in addition to the many egrets, anhinga, and great blue herons.

One of the best ways to see Lake Martin is by taking a swamp boat tour with Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours.

Debra Reader/Google It’s the perfect time of year to experience the swamp, too. The lake is simply mesmerizing and there are endless opportunities to spot wildlife.

Nestled right on the banks of Lake Martin in Breaux Bridge, Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours makes it easy to spend a day outdoors.

Tara P./Trip Advisor No transportation from home base to the swamp here. Since you’re already on the water, you’ll go from front desk to front row seat in just a few short steps.

As you meander through the flooded forest, you’ll be cruising underneath canopies of 500-year-old cypress and tupelo trees.

Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours/Google During your tour, your tour guide will tell you all about the history of the area, all the wildlife lurking about, and of course, the Cajun culture.

It’s a great option for families with kids of all ages.

cw77494/Trip Advisor Little ones will have the time of their lives getting to spot wildlife.

Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for alligators.

Lisa Malik/Google You could see gators anywhere from 3 to 14 feet sunbathing along the water.

Tours take anywhere from 1.5 to 2 hours, and are offered seven days a week.

James Gillum/Google Tours start at 8 a.m. and then every two hours until 5 p.m.

They also offer special sunset tours by appointment, which are an absolute must if you have the chance.

Pierre M./Trip Advisor Experience the lake at sunset and listen to the symphony of sounds as the swamp life comes alive at night.

Address: 1151 Rookery Road, Breaux Bridge, LA, 70517

Wesley Toombs/Google

This natural oasis is worthy of a road trip from any corner of the state.

Bryan Champagne/Google

More than 200 species of birds call the area home, making it one of the largest nesting areas for wading birds in the state. Keep your eyes to the skies to spot owls, woodpeckers, and ducks in addition to the many egrets, anhinga, and great blue herons.

Debra Reader/Google

It’s the perfect time of year to experience the swamp, too. The lake is simply mesmerizing and there are endless opportunities to spot wildlife.

Tara P./Trip Advisor

No transportation from home base to the swamp here. Since you’re already on the water, you’ll go from front desk to front row seat in just a few short steps.

Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours/Google

During your tour, your tour guide will tell you all about the history of the area, all the wildlife lurking about, and of course, the Cajun culture.

cw77494/Trip Advisor

Little ones will have the time of their lives getting to spot wildlife.

Lisa Malik/Google

You could see gators anywhere from 3 to 14 feet sunbathing along the water.

James Gillum/Google

Tours start at 8 a.m. and then every two hours until 5 p.m.

Pierre M./Trip Advisor

Experience the lake at sunset and listen to the symphony of sounds as the swamp life comes alive at night.

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Have you ever taken a swamp tour with Champagne’s Cajun Swamp Tours? Let us know in the comments below!

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