Swamp Boat Ride and Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Recommended by 100% of travelers

New Orleans, USA

Popular pick

Booked 10+ times last week!

7 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· 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.

· 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!

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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 Orleans
400 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

Whitney Plantation

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Pontchartrain (Pass By)

I-10 Bonnet Carré Spillway Bridge (Pass By)

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

5.0

based on 15 reviews

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Great day out

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 .

Robert your guide was...

Debbie_B, Apr 2026

Robert your guide was fabulous ! Very informative and pleasant . Bus driver did a great job as well !

Excellent tour of Whitney plantation and swamp tour.

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.

Whitney Plantation/Swamp tour.

O_m, Apr 2026

Great experience!

Paola_B, Apr 2026

Very interesting and well organised tour. Kate and Glen, very professional and attentive. We really enjoyed.

5 stars thx to Melinda and Kate

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.

Fantastic Excursion!

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.

Our guide was very...

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.

great time

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.

Amazing

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.