Paddle, Cruise & Cast the Bayous of Houma
Slow down, soak it in and let Houma’s waterways guide your next adventure.
If water calls your name, Houma is where you answer. Here, the bayous, marshes and winding waterways aren’t just scenery — they’re the main attraction.
Swamp Tours in Houma
Start with a classic Louisiana swamp tour, gliding beneath mossy cypress trees while local captains share stories only a lifelong bayou resident can tell. Expect to see gators, herons and turtles, with a side of Cajun culture. Houma’s two signature swamp tours each offer a unique perspective: Cajun Man’s Swamp Tours & Adventures takes you out on a large, covered pontoon that’s smooth, comfortable and perfect for wide-open marsh views while Captain Billy shares local lore. Annie Miller’s Son’s Swamp & Marsh Tours, the first-ever swamp tour in Louisiana, keeps it old school with smaller boats that bring you close to the wildlife and the quiet beauty of the wetlands.
Kayaking in Houma
Want to chart your own course? Kayaking and paddleboarding put you directly on the water for a fully immersive experience. Whether paddling at sunrise or cruising at sunset, the water is calm, the air is fresh and the scenery is unbeatable. For a true off-the-grid adventure, head to Pointe-aux-Chênes Kayak Rentals. Hop on a marsh cruise and let the wetlands unfold around you with miles of marsh, wildlife, shrimp boats on the horizon and sunsets that feel like nowhere else.
Fishing in Houma
For fishing fans, Houma is a sportsman’s paradise. Local charter captains know all the hot spots for redfish, speckled trout, drum, and more, from shallow marsh flats to offshore Gulf waters. Not into booking a boat? Try off-the-road fishing along the bayou, where you can cast a line, enjoy the quiet and soak up the slow pace of Bayou Country.
Whether you’re cruising, paddling, casting or exploring, Houma’s waterways deliver breathtaking views, wild encounters and the unmistakable magic of the bayou — an experience you won’t find anywhere else.
