Affiliate Disclosure & Transparency Statement

Transparency is our competitive advantage. Here is how we make money and why it matters for your trust.

Transparency is Our Competitive Advantage

At Bayou Swamps, our business model is built on your trust.

To keep our research independent and our content free for everyone, we use affiliate links. This means that if you click on a “Book Now” or “Compare Prices” button and eventually make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Why This Model Works for You

  1. Zero Bias: Unlike “sponsored posts” where an operator pays us for a positive review, we earn commissions regardless of which tour you book. If a tour is bad, we tell you—and we still earn the same commission if you choose the better tour we recommend.
  2. Continued Research: Every commission helps pay for our gas, tour tickets, and equipment (like our decibel meters and thermal sensors) to keep our data fresh.
  3. Price Matching: You never pay a penny more. In most cases, clicking our links ensures you get the current best price via partners like GetYourGuide or operator-direct deals.

Our Partners

We primarily partner with GetYourGuide and Viator because they offer the best cancellation policies for travelers (usually 24-hour full refunds), which aligns with our “Pro-Traveler” philosophy.

If you have any questions about our relationships or how we audit operators, reach out at hello@bayouswamps.com.