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Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

(3,407)

7 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $131

Welcome aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS! Enjoy a relaxing, family-friendly Jazz Brunch Cruise on the Mississippi River. Listen to live New Orleans jazz music followed by Captain's narration as you cruise past iconic French Quarter landmarks, historic riverfront sites, and beautiful city views that bring more than 300 years of New Orleans history to life. Indulge in a Creole-inspired brunch while sipping cocktails or other beverages from one of our full-service onboard bars, including the popular City Skyline Bar on Deck 4, featuring panoramic views of the river and downtown New Orleans. A snack bar is also available with popcorn, sodas, and other casual favorites. Perfect for families, couples, and groups, this New Orleans Jazz Brunch Cruise is one of the best ways to experience the city’s live music, local cuisine, and scenic river views all in one unforgettable experience.

New Orleans Riverboat Jazz Brunch Cruise

10032

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $44

Embark on a private kayak and canoe small-group tour through Louisiana's historic Manchac Swamp. A local naturalist guides you, providing explanations of historical information and the native ecosystem. Paddle through this slow-moving bayou, once home to the ghost town of Ruddock, and a passage for historic New Orleans explorers. Discover the swamp's rich history and diverse wildlife, creating an immersive and educational outdoor experience.

Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour with Local Guide

(495)

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $93

An easy day trip to take when in New Orleans, this tour takes you for a small airboat experience and Oak Alley Plantation tour. The exclusive tour site is the closest to the plantation, minimizing travel time. Ride in our small boat that accommodates up to nine passengers, ensuring an intimate experience away from idle zones and noise ordinances. No other boats are allowed in the private swamp, guaranteeing a serene and uninterrupted journey.

Small Airboat and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

4.6

(24)

7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $179

Explore New Orleans’ untamed bayou on an airboat tour that includes round-trip transportation and admission to an albino alligator exhibit. Cruise through marshes and swamps as your guide shares stories about the region’s wildlife and history that you won't get in the guidebook. Spot alligators, birds, and other native species, and stop at the remote village of Jean Lafitte, once home to the legendary 19th-century smuggler.

Airboat Ride with Transportation from New Orleans

4.6

(418)

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $90

Travelers enjoy views of iconic St.Louis Cathedral from the open top of a double-decker bus.

4.3

(5,041)

New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1 dayFree Cancellation

from $51

Visit a former plantation and ride through the swamp during this two-in-one tour. Start with a visit to Oak Alley Plantation for a tour of the antebellum mansion. Follow the oak-shaded paths to the blacksmith shop during your free time. Lunch is available to purchase at the restaurant on-site. Next, head to the dock for your swamp tour. Search for alligators and other wildlife and stop for photo ops while aboard an airboat. Round-trip hotel transport provided from New Orleans.

Oak Alley Plantation and Large Airboat Swamp Tour from New Orleans

4.7

(728)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $160

4.6

(185)

Oak Alley Plantation and Small Airboat Tour from New Orleans

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $185

Experience Louisiana’s wild bayou country on an exciting, family-friendly airboat tour. This tour includes a ride on a small airboat (maximum 13 passengers) that zips through the tree‐lined marshes at speeds up to 45 mph (72 kph). While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from your guide as you view lush scenery and local wildlife, including alligators, nutria, and native birds. Pickup and drop-off from downtown New Orleans and French Quarter hotels included.

Small-Group Bayou Airboat Ride with Transport from New Orleans

(521)

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $130

New Orleans Sightseeing City Tour

(3,188)

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $50

Price varies by group size

Paddle in and a long numerous bayous on this easy self guided kayak rental in Bayou Bienvenue

New Orleans Self-Guided Kayak Bayou Swamp Tour

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1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $40

Explore Louisiana’s bayou landscape–and avoid a basic, beginner-friendly itinerary–on this kayaking tour of Manchac Swamp, designed for experienced paddlers and including round-trip transfers from a central meeting point in New Orleans. Spend four hours on the water with a local naturalist guide, keep a lookout for wildlife, and learn about the local wetland ecosystem along the way.

Manchac Swamp Extended 4-Hour Kayak Tour with Pickup

(36)

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $175

Small-Group Airboat Ride and Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Airboat Swamp and Destrehan Plantation Tour from New Orleans

(260)

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $179

Discover one of the South's most famous plantations, Oak Alley, and uncover its complex history on this group tour from New Orleans. Avoid the hassle of figuring out logistics with transport provided from a central meeting point. Upon arrival, take a guided tour of the plantation to learn about its former inhabitants, both free and enslaved. Learn about "life in the Big House," discover interpretive exhibits, and learn about the lives and legacies of those who were once enslaved here.

Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

4.3

(1,784)

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $89

Discover the atmospheric swamps surrounding New Orleans on a fascinating airboat tour, led by a professional guide. In a group of 16 or less, climb aboard an airboat destined for the rich flora and fauna of the swamplands. Enrich your natural knowledge as you listen to intriguing commentary from your guide; scour the scenery for sightings of alligators; and feel your adrenaline levels surge as you accelerate and reach high speeds.

New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour

4.9

(192)

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

from $65

Whitney Plantation and Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour Combo

(44)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $199

Experience the highlights of New Orleans in one comprehensive half-day tour. This itinerary combines a guided walk through the historic French Quarter, time to grab lunch at the famous French Market, a 75-minute cruise along the Mississippi River aboard the Riverboat City of New Orleans, and a narrated bus tour showcasing the city’s top sights. Along the bus tour, you’ll pass by some of New Orleans’ most well-known landmarks, including the National WWII Museum, the charming Garden District, New Orleans City Park, Mardi Gras World, and the Audubon Aquarium. Beginning at Café Beignet, this well-balanced experience is designed to be easy and enjoyable, blending guided exploration with free time. It’s a great option for first-time visitors or anyone looking to see a wide range of the city’s highlights in a single outing.

6 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $99

4.3

(45)

90-Minute Jean Lafitte Swamp and Bayou Tour with Transportation

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $62

Private New Orleans 2-Hour Sail Aboard a Luxury Yacht

(44)

2 hours 10 minutes

from $219

Price varies by group size

Travel through Cajun Country on this full-day New Orleans city tour and swamp adventure. Journey with your professional guide in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus as you learn about the history, culture and highlights of southern Creoles. You'll see major city highlights, areas affected by Hurricane Katrina, and tour the inside of a cemetery to see the above-ground tombs. Afterward, you'll head to the bayou for your choice of a leisurely pontoon boat ride or thrilling airboat ride.

New Orleans City, Cemetery and Swamp Full-Day Tour

(192)

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $110

Explore New Orleans’ diverse ecosystem with an escape from the city to the Louisiana swamp. You’ll be picked up from your New Orleans hotel with all logistics taken care of on this private excursion for up to six people. Board a small and agile air boat for a memorable only-in-New-Orleans nature experience. Your guide and boat captain will take you through the swampy waterways as you search for various bird species, nutria, and wild alligators.

Private Airboat Swamp Tour

(2)

from $965

Private Bachelor or Bachelorette Airboat Swamp Tour in New Orleans

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $2,562

Per group

Private Small Airboat Ride with Tranportation from New Orleans

(23)

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $2,047

Per group

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Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour

Lucky_B, Apr 2026

Must try while in NOLA

This a unique way to experience NOLA. It’s off the beaten path away from the city full of tourists. You get to be in the “wild” and nature just outside the city. If you want to getaway from the bustle of the city and be in the calm of the water and cypress trees, this is for you! Josh was our tour guide. He did a great job and we really enjoyed our time! He was chill and friendly!

Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour with Local Guide

Katharine_N, Mar 2026

Tour was cancelled but still giving 5 stars

Odd leaving a review because we got thunder/lightening stormed out and it was cancelled. I can not say enough about the communication and thought for our wellbeing that went into the decision to cancel. I highly respect the people running this tour. Our money was returned within an hour. We will try again next time in NOLA.

Jean Lafitte 90-Minute Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

Gabrielle_M, Feb 2026

Swamp boat tour

Loved it ! Friendly funny informative boat captain; tour guide Jason told us about all the creatures of the swamp and we saw loads....many alligators (20+) including big males; mother with babies nearby, turtles, buzzards, and a nest high up with baby bald eagle popping its head out..the whole trip was fab !

New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour

Lisa_P, Dec 2025

Worth the money--fav experience in NOLA so far

We weren't sure what to expect. We booked the large boat because it was cheaper. I wish I could remember the name of our guide. He was good. We saw tons of gators. We even saw a mama with about 12 babies. Our Screenagers complain about everything, and even they thought it was a good tour.

Airboat and Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans

Carolyn_T, Nov 2025

Fantastic Day out!!

We really enjoyed this tour. Giselle was our tour guide and was fantastic. She was very informative all through the tour even we while we were travelling between locations she continued to tell us about the history of New Orleans. We started the day with an airboat ride where we met many of the alligators inhabiting the swamp and our operator was very entertaining and informative. We learnt a lot about the swamp and experienced a fun ride as well. We then headed to Laura plantation where we had a lovely guide who was extremely knowledgeable, and we learnt a lot about Lauras family history and their life on the plantation as well as some of the known history of the slaves who lived there. Houmas house was our next destination where we had a lovely buffet lunch where I (who is usually a bit fussy) was pleasantly surprised with how nice it was. The tour of the house was great which is full of antiques and interesting pieces from a bygone era. The tour guide took us through the home explaining life in this house and we then explored the beautiful gardens complete with beautiful old Oak Trees hundreds of years old and fantastic sculptures throughout to be discovered as you walk through. We even encountered peacocks, swans and turkeys along the way. The van was comfortable and the small group who were lovely was a great way to do this type of tour. We would highly recommend this tour.

New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour

Kelly_M, Oct 2025

Bobby is the man!!

My two girlfriends and I did the small group gator swamp boat tour, and honestly—it was the best thing we did in New Orleans! There were only seven of us total, which made it super chill and personal. We were running a few minutes late (oops!) and Bobby, our awesome guide, actually held the boat for us—total lifesaver. He was hilarious, insanely knowledgeable, and somehow managed to answer our million questions without missing a beat. We saw so many gators up close, learned a ton, and laughed the entire ride. 10/10 recommend—thanks Bobby for making it such an unforgettable day!

Airboat Swamp and Destrehan Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Matt_J, Sep 2025

A Fabulous Tour Guide Made it a Special Day

I cannot record this tour highly enough. Rene collected me from my hotel and drove me and the other members of the tour to the location of the airboat ride. On the journey to the swamp Rene, our tour guide was very engaging, very informative and exceptionally knowledgeable about many aspects of New Orleans and its history. The airboat tour of the swamp was great fun. The boat captains knew exactly where to find different gators and kept us all very entertained with information about the gators, the swamp and its wildlife. After the airboat tour, Rene drove us to the Destrehan Plantation and again was a fountain of great knowledge and insights. Upon arriving at Destrehan we were given a tour by a member of the Destrehan team, who was also very knowledgeable and made for a thoroughly informative tour. After this tour, Rene joined us and shared lots more fascinating insights, which added huge value to what was already an enjoyable day. On the journey back to our hotel, Rene continued to entertain us, share great information about where to go and what to do in New Orleans. A fabulous tour made extra special by the knowledge and personality of Rene. Highly recommended

Freaky Tiki Bayou Boat Tour: Near New Orleans with Bathrooms

Wilhemina_D, Aug 2025

Fun boat

I had a really awsome time. Our captain made my experience very fun and enjoyable. We saw some alligators, and we fed them marshmallows. The music was very good. Everyone was dancing and drinking and we had alot of fun. If u want to have fun or celebrate your birthday this is the boat for you