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Guests
$ 320.00
Louisiana’s Wildest Day Trip
Escape the city and journey into the wild with an all-inclusive, full-day guided experience at Magnolia Wilds, one of Louisiana’s most immersive wildlife preserves. Departing from the French Quarter, this unforgettable day includes up-close animal encounters with sloths, kangaroos, parrots, otters, and capybaras. Swim alongside playful otters, enjoy a delicious lunch and live animal show, and wind down with a cocktail on our Tipsy Safari—a private wagon tour with giraffe feedings and light bites.
This tour is limited to just 16 guests per day to ensure a personalized, high-value experience.
What’s included
- Round-trip luxury coach transportation from New Orleans
- Guided walking tour of the Sloth Preserve, Kangaroo Walkabout & Parrot Pavilion
- Otter Swim experience (limited groups for optimal time in water)
- Capybara encounter
- Full lunch buffet + shaded seating
- Live animal show
- Tipsy Safari: safari wagon ride, giraffe feeding, cocktails, and snacks
- Free digital photo package of your experience
- Ice cream or shopping stop in historic Clinton, LA
What’s not included
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Retail and souvenir purchases
- Food or drinks purchased in Clinton
Additional information
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8:00 AM – Depart New Orleans (light snacks & water provided)
10:00 AM – Arrive at Magnolia Wilds; check-in and orientation
10:00–12:00 PM – Guided walking tour (sloths, parrots, kangaroos)
12:00–1:00 PM – Buffet lunch, live animal show, KSTR presentation
1:00–3:00 PM – Otter Swim + Capybara Encounter
3:15–4:30 PM – Tipsy Safari (giraffe feeding, cocktails, snacks, gift shop)
5:00–5:30 PM – Stop in Clinton for optional shopping, daiquiris, or ice cream
6:30 PM – Arrive back in New Orleans -
- Swim with otters in a supervised, interactive encounter
- Feed a giraffe while sipping cocktails aboard our Tipsy Safari
- See capybaras, kangaroos, sloths, and exotic birds up close
- All-day guided experience with round-trip transportation included
- Personal digital photo album included at no extra cost
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- Bathing suit & towel for the otter swim
- Refillable water bottle
- Sunscreen & hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Extra cash or card for souvenirs or snacks in Clinton
- ID if purchasing alcoholic beverages
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- All animal encounters are subject to change depending on animal health, behavior, and weather conditions.
- Otter swims are supervised and grouped in sessions for safety and animal well-being.
- Guests consuming alcohol must be 21+ with valid ID.
- Tipsy Safari includes moderate walking and riding in open-air wagons—please dress accordingly.
FAQs
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Absolutely. Our team follows strict safety and welfare protocols for both guests and animals. Guests are given a full orientation, and staff are present in the water throughout the experience.
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Bring a swimsuit and towel. Please note we recommend no loose jewelry or sunglasses in the pool.
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No. We provide enrichment-based, voluntary interactions with our otters. This isn’t a performance—it’s a respectful, hands-on experience in a safe environment.
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Yes! Your tour includes a free digital photo package capturing key moments from your visit—including your otter swim.
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You’ll enjoy close encounters with sloths, kangaroos, parrots, capybaras, giraffes, and more. The Tipsy Safari also features our larger exotic species in an open-air safari wagon tour.
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We provide a buffet-style lunch, light snacks and cocktails during the Tipsy Safari, and water stations throughout the day. We also stop in Clinton for optional shopping and treats.
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Each otter swim session lasts about 30–40 minutes, grouped into small sets of 8 guests. It includes time for orientation, interaction, and drying off afterward.
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Yes—we operate rain or shine! In severe weather, some outdoor components may be delayed or altered. If a major portion of your experience is affected, we’ll do our best to reschedule or provide a partial credit.