Swamp Boat Ride & Oak Alley Plantation Tour in New Orleans
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Experience the best of Louisiana with this combined swamp boat ride and plantation tour from New Orleans. You'll get up close with local wildlife in a private swamp setting and step back in time exploring a historic southern plantation.
During the swamp boat tour, keep your eyes peeled for alligators, egrets, raccoons, and snakes. The boat glides quietly through a pristine Louisiana swamp, offering fantastic photo opportunities and insights from your local Cajun captain.
On the plantation side, you'll visit either Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation, depending on your chosen tour time. Walk through lush grounds, learn about the area's history, and enjoy a guided or self-guided tour of the historic home and gardens. Don't forget to grab a refreshing Mint Julep or snack at the plantation's snack bar.
This tour is perfect for those wanting a mix of wildlife adventure and cultural history, all in one seamless experience from New Orleans.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to either Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation, a swamp boat ride, round-trip transportation, an air-conditioned vehicle, and narration by a local guide.
How long does the tour last?
The full experience lasts approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes, with different departure times for the plantation visits.
Is the tour accessible for everyone?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in strollers, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What should I bring?
Bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase at the plantation.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes, you can cancel for a full refund if done at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Free cancellation
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
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Duration 7 hours 45 min
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Tour of Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation
- Swamp boat tour
- Round-trip transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Narration by a local guide
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
9am & 11am departures - 7.5-hour tour. Includes a 1.5-hour guided tour of Oak Alley plantation, exploring the grounds and taking photos. Enjoy a Mint Julep or refreshment from the snack bar.
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Stop 2
A large lagoon and brackish estuary fed by freshwater rivers, covering 630 square miles, one of North America's largest wetlands.
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Stop 3
View the spillway, a flood control structure that channels floodwaters from the Mississippi River into Lake Pontchartrain and the Gulf of Mexico.
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Stop 4
A private wildlife refuge where local Cajun captains share stories and insights about swamp plants and animals. Enjoy the peaceful scenery, moss-draped cypress trees, and abundant wildlife. Relax with a beverage and snack at the open-air pavilion.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River (Steamboat Natchez Dock), just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
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Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day before
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours
- May be canceled due to bad weather or low enrollment
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $111.35 per person
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