Want to spend your day out on the water but you don’t have a boat? No problem, we’ve got you covered. New Orleans Pedal Barge offers some of the most unique boat rentals in Louisiana, ranging from luxury pontoon boats to pedal barges where you and your friends can pedal your way around the beautiful bayous and swamps near New Orleans. Don’t forget your sunscreen!

All of the tours start and end at Eddie Pinto’s Marina in New Orleans.

New Orleans Pedal Barge/Facebook You’ll want to arrive 15-20 minutes early to make sure you have enough time. Public tours leave on time, and you wouldn’t want to arrive late and watch your boat leave without you!

The pedal boat is 35 feet long and 10 feet wide, so you’ll have plenty of space.

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There are 14 pedal stations with a cooler that runs through the center, so everyone has easy access to drinks and snacks.

New Orleans Pedal Barge/Facebook Speaking of drinks and snacks, it’s a bring-your-own setup. You may want to call ahead if you are bringing food, as they do have some restrictions about what you can and can’t bring.

The tour lasts for just under two hours.

New Orleans Pedal Barge/Facebook Plan accordingly!

These tours are great options for reunions, bachelor or bachelorette parties, or just a fun family outing.

New Orleans Pedal Barge/Facebook They offer both private and public tours, too.

During your tour, you’ll have an incredible view of the marshes and swamps.

New Orleans Pedal Barge/Facebook And a pretty good view of the city’s skyline, too!

Tours start at 8 a.m. and take off every two hours, with the last boat leaving at 4 p.m.

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During the warmer months, they offer extended hours, with tours leaving at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

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It’s the perfect time to catch a sunset on the water!

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Are you ready to book your boat? Hop on over to their website for rates and availability, and don’t forget to give them a follow on Facebook, too.  If you’ve ever rented a pedal barge through New Orleans Pedal Barge, share your experience with us in the comments below!

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You’ll want to arrive 15-20 minutes early to make sure you have enough time. Public tours leave on time, and you wouldn’t want to arrive late and watch your boat leave without you!

Speaking of drinks and snacks, it’s a bring-your-own setup. You may want to call ahead if you are bringing food, as they do have some restrictions about what you can and can’t bring.

Plan accordingly!

They offer both private and public tours, too.

And a pretty good view of the city’s skyline, too!

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