Swamp Boat Ride and Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans
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New Orleans, USA
- 7 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Narrated round-trip transportation
- Audio Tour of Whitney Plantation
- Narrated swamp boat ride through Manchac Swamp
- Gratuities
- Food & drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Gray Line New Orleans400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River (at the Steamboat Natchez Dock), just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before boarding to check in.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Whitney Plantation
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Lake Pontchartrain (Pass By)
I-10 Bonnet Carré Spillway Bridge (Pass By)
2
Cajun Pride Swamp Tours
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 26 reviews
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Alva_P, Jul 2026
What a great experience. Our guides were amazing and so full of knowledge. Kimberly and Dominique are the dynamic duo! 10/10 recommend
Dustin_M, Jun 2026
They fill the bus so if traveling with someone or a group get there early. The driver and guide were great. Captain Dustin was amazing for the boat ride
kryshelle_h, Jun 2026
Great day easy to find starting point
Lovely tour guide and bus driver self guided tour at the plantation amazing funny boat guide on the swamp got to see gators being fed and to hold a baby gator amazing day
Xiomara_C, Jun 2026
This tour is a great way to cover two must do experiences in one day. Kimberly was knowledgeable and engaging. She took great care of us. We learned a lot from her.
MICHELLE_H, May 2026
Both the swamp ride and the Whitney Plantation were really great experiences.
Swamp ride was informative and the tour guide answered all questions and made sure we left informed.
Whitney Plantation had me crying for all the slaves who suffered at the hands of plantation owners and the public in general. We chose Whitney for the education they provide regarding the experiences of slaves. This is a history we need to keep alive and more people need to learn!
Only recommendation is that they just put a note to either bring food/snacks or be prepared to purchase at a secondary location.
Elizabeth_L, May 2026
Kimberly was a wealth of knowledge and paced our tour and commentary really well. She spoke on Nola history, culture, food, and drink, and she even gave out prizes and loaned power banks with various cord outlets. Definitely recommend!
Kevin_T, May 2026
Jane, Dominique and Thomas were all awesome! A great time was had by me , my wife, my two teenage children and my toddler.
Nicola_B, May 2026
My original booking was cancelled however I was advised in advance and was offered an alternative. We set off on time and Jane was an excellent host providing a very informative commentary on the way.
As my original booking was cancelled we were actually added to another group heading to a different plantation.
The coach took a short detour to drop 3 of us at the Whitney Plantation as per my original booking. I felt very looked after and fully informed of the arrangements.
The Whitney Plantation was an amazing experience and worthy of being in anyone’s itinerary. It was a self guided tour and easy to follow. The only downside was a turn in the weather which meant I had to move through the areas a little quicker than I would have liked but overall a great experience.
The coach came back to collect us at the agreed time and we were driven to meet the rest of the coach party at Oak Plantation where we had ample time to obtain refreshments.
Onwards from there we headed for the swamp tour. Whilst the swamp vehicle wasn’t what I was expecting it was a great trip nonetheless and our boat operator was excellent . We did get to see the alligators and other swamp wildlife and a great time was had .
Response from Host, May 2026
Nicola, we always appreciate that our guests recognize that they are special to us, and we will do all we can to enhance their tour experience. When there is an unexpected bump in the road, we try even harder. Thank you.
Debbie_B, Apr 2026
Robert your guide was fabulous ! Very informative and pleasant . Bus driver did a great job as well !
Response from Host, May 2026
Wow - great review Debbie!
Ronni_B, Apr 2026
We went to Whitney Plantation, which focused on the slaves' experience, and then a swamp tour in a boat. Jane was an excellent guide, narrating all kinds of historic information, and the driver did an excellent job as well. We were very satisfied.
O_m, Apr 2026
Our guide Kimberly and our driver Alton were awesome. Kimberly shared she has a background in education and it shows. She was thorough and interactive and knew how to work a crowd! She was a delight and we followed her protip...
I got a muffalata to travel with and it was soooo good! I would recommend the tour based on our experience with your team!
Response from Host, May 2026
It was our honor to provide a fabulous day at the swamp and Oak Alley Plantation tour. Our staff Kimberly & Alton, are true assets to Gray Line tours. Thank you for your review
Paola_B, Apr 2026
Very interesting and well organised tour. Kate and Glen, very professional and attentive. We really enjoyed.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the great review!
Mary_R, Mar 2026
Melinda and Kate our driver, tour guide and now friends from Grey Line were amazing💙 The Whitney Plantation was the absolute highlight amongst a 5 star day
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your experience at Whitney Plantation was so meaningful. Melinda and Kate will be delighted to know that their performance had such a positive impact on your visit.
Toby_L, Mar 2026
It’s fantastic, don’t worry about not seeing any alligators, you’ll see more than you can count. Ethan made out tour exciting, informative and funny! Love that guy!! Cute too!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Toby, your review is wonderful. We will remember you to the "gators" as well. Thank you for touring with us.
Elizabeth_B, Mar 2026
Our guide was very experienced and knew everything about the history of New Orleans, the plantations as well as the city itself and it’s culture.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks so much Elizabeth for the great review.
Debra_L, Mar 2026
The guide was great. His knowledge of the swamp was great. He was entertaining and he answered questions. Well worth our time.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you Debra for the 5 star review. Our guide and staff will appreciate your kind words.
Raquel_N, Mar 2026
Very professional, beautiful clean bus, very organized and on time. The guide was very knowledgeable and communicated directions clearly. 100% would recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Getting there and getting back on a tour is an important part of each tour. Thank you for your recommendation.
michelle_c, Feb 2026
Great experience! Lots of gators and other wild life. Tom the boat guide was very knowledgeable. John the tour guide was entertaining and gave a good history lesson on New Orleans. Very clean bus. Very prompt and organized. Would highly recommend.
Amanda_D, Feb 2026
Amazing! Saw a ton of wildlife ! Tour guide was excellent and hilllarous! Witney Plantation was a strong emotional experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
You stated it just right! Two different cultures - two different experiences in just one day.
Christopher_B, Feb 2026
The plantation tour was very interesting and informative about the history and culture in that time periods.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Whitney presents the story of enslaved people in a respectful manner for all to see.
PEGGY_L, May 2026
The guide is exclusively English-speaking. I am French and did not understand anything of the explanations that seemed very informative.
Perhaps consider a day for a French-speaking guide. The time is too short to visit the Whitney plantation.
The bayou tour is too short. We quickly turned back. The fact of feeding animals with sweets to attract them was quite shocking.
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