New Orleans: Swamp Boat Ride & Oak Alley Plantation Tour
St. James Parish, Louisiana, New Orleans
Visit a historic plantation and cruise through Louisiana’s swamps & bayous.
Oak Alley Plantation and Manchac Swamp Tour
This guided tour in Louisiana combines a visit to Oak Alley Plantation and a boat cruise through Manchac Swamp, ideal for history and nature enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Private tour of Manchac Swamp and Oak Alley Plantation
- Narrated round-trip transportation
- Guided tour of the 'Big House' at Oak Alley Plantation
- Self-guided tour of Oak Alley grounds
- Narrated swamp boat ride through Manchac Swamp
Description
Explore the antebellum South with a visit to the Oak Alley Plantation, known for its quarter-mile alley lined with 28 oak trees nearly 300 years old. The guided tour of the 1839 Greek Revival 'Big House' highlights its architectural grandeur and historical significance, including its use as a filming location.
The grounds offer a self-guided experience featuring:
- Film on sugar cane production
- Reconstructed slave cabins and a slavery exhibit with an interpreter
- An exhibit on the dozen families who have owned the property
- East and West Gardens
- Blacksmithing exhibit with the original plantation forge
After the plantation visit, enjoy a covered pontoon boat cruise through a privately-owned wildlife refuge in Manchac Swamp. Learn about the history of Frenier and the Cajun fishing, hunting, and trapping culture while watching for wildlife such as alligators.
Includes
- Narrated round-trip transportation
- Oak Alley Plantation admission
- Pontoon boat cruise through Manchac Swamp
Excludes
- Tip or gratuity
- Food and drinks
- Snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) available for purchase at the swamp
- Grab & Go meals and snacks available for purchase in the Plantation Cafe
Important Information
- Tour vehicles accommodate foldable wheelchairs in storage compartments. For scooter-type wheelchairs, arrange accessible transportation with the local partner at least 48 hours before the tour (contact details provided on voucher).
- Access to the plantation’s second floor is by stairs only.
- Videography is not permitted inside the plantation.
- Oak Alley Plantation is a smoke-free facility.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book early and bring insect repellent and comfortable walking shoes. Morning tours avoid afternoon heat and crowds.
