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
3,169 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I had an amazing...
Ivelisse P,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00I had an amazing experience with Kate and Dwane. The highlight of the bayou tour was holding a baby gator 💜
Book! Book! Book!
Sara M,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Do not hesitate for this experience!! My husband and I enjoyed this tour and will definitely do it again on our next visit. The transportation provided was comfortable and on time. Our tour guide Kate was amazing! When she didn’t know the answer to a question to made sure to research and provided the answer by end of tour.
Swamp tour and Oak Alley Plantation
Karla C,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00We purchased the Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour. We got Kate H as a guide and Nicholas as a driver. She was an awesome tour guide and he was a great driver. She was super knowledgeable and gave so much information. We learned so much throughout this tour and it was the highlight of our trip. The bus was also super comfortable and the AC was blasted, which was needed. Super happy with our tour 🤗
Would highly recommend this tour
Claire R,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fun and interesting day out. Tour guides drove very well and were very informative. Great to be able to see the plantations and swamp in 1 days tour. Oak valley is definitely the best plantation to visit.
Great experience but the...
Luca M,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
3.00Great experience but the animals on the boat should have been taken care with more kindness. Overall it is fine
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