Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans
Overview
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7 hours 45 minutes
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This combination tour combines the best of the best! The best swamp tour with the best plantations along River Road.
See a variety of wildlife on a swamp boat ride and explore an authentic southern plantation on this tour from New Orleans. See alligators, egrets, raccoons and snakes during your ride around a private Louisiana swamp.
9am and 11am departure times tour Oak Alley Plantation and are 7 hours and 45 minutes in length returning to New Orleans at 4:45pm and 6:45pm respectively.
1pm departure time tours Destrehan Plantation and is 5 hours and 30 minutes in length returning to New Orleans at 6:30pm.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In order to help protect the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point -- just a short stroll from most downtown hotels.
Alternate Routes: Due to uneven and narrow paths, alternate routes may be necessary for guests traveling in wheelchairs.
9am & 11am = Oak Alley Plantation
1pm = Destrehan Plantation
Oak Alley Plantation is a Smoke Free Facility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tour of either Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation
Swamp Boat Tour
Round trip transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Narrated by a local guide
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Food & Drink (Available for Purchase)
Gratuities
What To Expect
Oak Alley Plantation
9am & 11am Departures - 7 1/2 Hour Tour Your 1.5 hour Oak Alley experience will include a docent guided tour of the plantation home, a self guided tour of the grounds and many photo opportunities along the way. Save room for a Mint Julep or refreshment from the snack bar.
Lake Pontchartrain
Although called a lake, this is actually a large lagoon and brackish estuary fed by fresh water rivers and connected to the Gulf of Mexico. Covering 630 square miles (1600 km2) it is one of the largest wetlands in North America.
Options
Destrehan and Swamp Tour Combo
Destrehan Plantation Swamp: 11am & 1pm tour is 5.5 hours and visits Destrehan Plantation with Swamp Boat Tour-(Oak Alley is NOT included in this option)
Oak Alley and Swamp Tour Combo
Reviews
3,154 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Go Cajun!!
Brian G,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kate and Robert were amazing. They got us there safely on the Gray Line bus and we had a wonderful time on the swamp tour and Oak Alley Plantation tour. All of the guys are very knowledgeable and friendly. Tom on the Cajun swamp boat was hilarious.
Just ok
Lora K,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
3.00It was pricey for what you got. It was interesting though. A lot of riding. The guide was good though.
Swamp and plantation tour
nichole y,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our bus driver was great, our tour guide was great. He was funny and friendly and knowledgeable and gave us lots of information that was very informative
The Oak Alley Plantation...
Samantha K,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Oak Alley Plantation was fascinating, with a thoughtful and balanced look at both the grandeur of the estate and the history of slavery that shaped it. The Cajun Pride swamp tour with Dustin was an absolute highlight—he was funny, engaging, and knew exactly how to get us up close to gators, raccoons, and other wildlife. Watching the gators chomp down on chicken was unforgettable! A perfect mix of history, culture, and adventure. The bus driver and narrator were also great, the transportation alone was 100% worth it!
Our guide and bus driver...
Celia S,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00Our guide and bus driver were very nice and knowledgeable. The plantation was beautiful, although I wish we could see more of the house it was still great to walk through and learn the history. Loved our captain on the swamp tour also. Overall great day and awesome experience.
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