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If you want to really experience the sights and sounds of Louisiana’s wetlands, then you have to rent yourself a houseboat for a weekend. Houseboats in Louisiana are often overlooked when you’re seeking to get away for a couple of days, but they’re absolutely perfect for a weekend escape. You’ll be surrounded by some of Louisiana’s most beautiful scenery while still having all the amenities you’re used to. Check it out:

The Atchafalaya River Basin is the country's largest river swamp, and in our opinion, it's easily the most beautiful, too.
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Clocking in with nearly a million acres, its endless emerald scenery is a home for countless swamp critters and migratory birds.
When you're looking for a unique weekend getaway, Bayou Houseboats is the answer.
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The Summer Time is a 56-foot houseboat docked in the Atchafalaya, far from the noise of major cities... you're in the true heart of Cajun Country right here, where your neighbors are alligators and anhingas.
The houseboat has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and can sleep up to ten people, so gather up all of your friends for an epic adventure you won’t soon forget.
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This houseboat in Louisiana really hits all the marks. It's perfect for a couple's retreat, a family vacation, or a reunion with friends.

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The houseboat has everything you’ll need to make your stay as relaxing as possible.
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Just like any other place to stay in Louisiana, towels, linens, cable TV, and Wifi are included, so all you need to bring is yourself and some food and you’re ready to rock.
The upper deck overlooks Bayou Long and features a hot tub, wet bar, and a Green Egg grill - the perfect set up for an outdoor adventure with your friends.
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This is clearly where I would be spending all of my time. Pro tip: if you're renting this houseboat in the summer months, you may want to bring some bug spray with you... we all know how those skeeters can quickly turn a night from idyllic to itchy in a flash.
And the views are incredible. Drop a line right from the porch and do some fishing, sit out on the upper deck for some bird watching, and kick back and listen to the symphony of sounds from the swamp as night falls.
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Sounds delightful, right?

Bayou Houseboats can be found at 1513 E. Stephensville Rd., Slip 6, Morgan City, LA 70380. Be sure to check out Bayou Houseboats’ website for more information on rental packages and start planning your waterfront vacation in Louisiana today.

There are plenty of things to do in the Atchafalaya to keep you busy. While you’re exploring, be sure to sign up for a swamp boat tour to really zip through the swamps. Of course, you may find that a swamp paddle trail is more your style.

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What are some things to do in the Atchafalaya Basin?

The Atchafalaya Basin is a massive river swamp that’s nearly a million acres of wetlands. Fishing, birdwatching, and boating are some of the most popular things to do in the Atchafalaya. Here are some of our favorite things to do in the Atchafalaya:

  • Visit Lake Martin in Breaux Bridge. You can walk the loop trail around the lake and watch for wildlife. Alligators are prevalent here. 
  • Take a swamp boat tour through the Atchafalaya. Champagne’s Swamp Tours is located right on the edge of Lake Martin and offers several different experiences. 
  • Dine at Pat’s Fisherman’s Wharf, a waterfront restaurant in Breaux Bridge with authentic Cajun dishes and plenty of fresh seafood options. 

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