Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Highlights

Tour the historic Oak Alley Plantation
Glide through a private Louisiana swamp on a wildlife-watching boat
Get outside of New Orleans without renting a car; transport is included

Summary

After boarding an air-conditioned coach in the French Quarter, follow the Lake Pontchartrain shoreline to Oak Alley Plantation, perhaps the most photographed plantation in the lower Mississippi Valley. Marvel at the unbelievable alley of 28 magnificent Oak trees, each over 250 years old, as your guide reveals the fascinating stories of the home and its history. Continue on to the Manchac Swamp for a wildlife tour in a covered boat that provides protection from weather in all seasons. Learn about swamp culture and the endangered ecosystem from a guide as you look for alligators, raccoons, snakes, birdlife, and giant rodents. The swamp is privately owned, so you don't have to worry about crowds. Return to the convenient French Quarter drop-off point.

Tour info

Duration

7 hours 30 minutes

Why take this tour?

Experience the wilds of the Louisiana swamp plus hear the fascinating history of a Southern plantation all in one day with this great-value combo tour. Visit Oak Alley Plantation, where you'll learn about antebellum life and stroll down its iconic tree-lined esplanade. Then ride in a covered boat through Manchac Swamp, a privately owned habitat for alligators, egrets, and other wildlife.

What’s included?

Air-conditioned vehicle
Narrated round-trip transportation by a local guide
Guided tour of plantation home
Swamp boat tour
Entry/Admission - Oak Alley Plantation
Entry/Admission - LaPlace
Gratuities
Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 7h 30m
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

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

Operator Website

Operated by:

Gray Line

About operator:

History with a Twist! Stroll the streets of old New Orleans, slipping into well known and not so well known bars and restaurants that made famous their signature cocktail. Enter unique establishments that you might not see in your daily travels and hear their tales. The Original CRAFT Cocktail Tour by Gray Line New Orleans. Touring the city since 1924. Visit us for your New Orleans City & Cemetery Tour, Swamp and Bayou (or airboats), Plantations, and Ghost and Spirits.