Oak Alley Plantation and Large Airboat Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Highlights

Stop for photo ops of alligators during the swamp tour
See the Oak Alley mansion with a guide and the grounds on your own
Hotel pickup and drop-off provided from New Orleans

Summary

After hotel pickup in New Orleans, you're driven to the Oak Alley Plantation, located among the Great River Road sugar plantations alongside the Mississippi River. On arrival, stroll under majestic, 300-year-old oak trees leading up to the antebellum Big House, and take a tour of the opulent mansion with a guide dressed in period costume. The Greek Revival architecture was built in 1837 and later restored in 1925. Wander the 25-acre (10-hectare) grounds at your own pace during your free time. Visit the blacksmith shop, snap photos of antique farm equipment, or peruse exhibits on slavery and the Civil War. Grab lunch and beverages at the restaurant or cafe (own expense) before the tour moves to the swamp. Next, board the bus and drive to the site of your swamp tour. On arrival, board a 16-passenger airboat with stadium-style seating for a high-speed adventure through the swamp. You'll have unobstructed views of wildlife, including an up-close look at the star attraction: alligators. Your captain is experienced at searching out these reptiles, even during hibernation in colder months. The airboat, propelled by a large fan that blows air from the back of the vessel, can produce speeds of up to 35 mph (56 kph). You'll ride in just inches of water into parts of the swamp that are inaccessible to traditional boats or vehicles.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

Save time and money by combining a swamp tour with a visit to Oak Alley Plantation on this full-day tour from New Orleans. First visit Oak Alley Plantation where a costumed guide shows you around the antebellum mansion. You can purchase lunch at the on-site restaurant before heading to the dock. Skim across the swamp by airboat with a captain who points out alligators and other wildlife before the return trip to New Orleans.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Please indicate New Orleans Hotel and Valid cell phone number)
Entry/Admission - Oak Alley Plantation
Entry/Admission - Barataria Preserve
Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Louisiana Tour Company

About operator:

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural splendor of New Orleans’ mystifying swamps and wetlands on a 2-hour New Orleans swamp tour and wetlands adventure. Relax in the luxurious interior of a New Orleans swamp tour boat as you cruise past cultural highlights like a Cajun cemetery, an Indian burial mound and a traditional fishing village. Scour the scenery for fascinating flora and fauna like snakes, turtles and alligators while listening to interesting commentary from your professional guide.