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Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans





At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $152 / person
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 238 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 48
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in New Orleans
Description
This is a half day tour of the Whitney Plantation and a Tour of the Louisiana swamp in a 16 to 20 passenger airboat through the marsh and swamps of southeast Louisiana.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Guest will receive a 1 hour and 30 min AUDIO GUIDED TOUR and also have an additional 30 min for a self guided tour of the museum and a chance to visit with all the exhibits.
Travelers will have an opportunity to see the Evergreen Plantation where Django Unchained was filmed and Queen Sugar the new miniseries on the OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) was filmed
Destrehan Louisiana is the site of one of largest slave revolts in American history. The 1811 German Coast uprising was of revolt of black slaves in parts of the territory of New Orleans on January 8, 1811
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pickup at most in New Orleans hotels. If your hotel is not listed pick the one that’s nearest you. We pick up from most hotels in the downtown area if your hotel is not listed pick the location nearest to you. All guest will have a pick up window up between 8 AM and 8:30 AM. We always suggest everyone be ready for 8 AM sharp. Your driver has to make a series of stops at different locations..
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please observe silence during the transfer or travel time as a respect to your co travelers.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans take?
Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans cost?
Prices start at $152 per person for this New Orleans experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pickup at most in New Orleans hotels. If your hotel is not listed pick the one that’s nearest you. We pick up from most hotels in the downtown area if your hotel is not listed pick the location nearest to you. All guest will have a pick up window up between 8 AM and 8:30 AM. We always suggest everyone be ready for 8 AM sharp. Your driver has to make a series of stops at different locations.. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyBWQEmWl//Aecn72sOdhw0E=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyPECmq8kKIQKHGr0/DE6Wic=.
What languages is Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour from New Orleans offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 48 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(238)
We really enjoyed this tour and thought the combination of the Whitney Plantation and the airboat experience made for a fantastic day. The Whitney Plantation was incredibly interesting, moving, and educational. We appreciated that the experience focused on the lives and stories of the enslaved people who lived and worked there, which gave us a much deeper understanding of the history. It was very well done and definitely worth visiting. The airboat tour was a completely different experience and so much fun! It was a great way to get out into the Louisiana wetlands, see the scenery and wildlife, and end the day on a more adventurous note. We loved having both experiences combined into one tour. Educational, memorable, and fun—definitely one of the highlights of our trip and something we would recommend!
Recently I did this tour my BDay wknd & honestly I enjoyed it! From the driver to the ppl @ the tour sites. If you’re coming in the Summer months I would definitely recommend you bring a fan, stay hydrated & wear sunscreen it does get a hot walking around the Plantation. The Swamp tour wasn’t too bad because once you board the boat you do get a lil breeze from rowing around. All in all I enjoyed both experiences. 10/10 The Plantation 10/10 was very informative & just to be able to experience it I loved it. The audio was good & explains a lot of history of the Plantation & displays. The swamp also a 10/10 the boat driver was very polite, had humor & gave us a lot of information about the gators in LA. Which we were able to see many of them. My FaV was Clobber & Ray!
Our tour guide was excellent. As we traveled to the plantation, he not only shared info about it and slave practices in general, but also on Hurricane Katrina. As a native of New Orleans, he had an excellent perspective on the city. He was a knowledgeable historian ac well.
Pick up and drop off were on time. The driver was great, he gave us so much local history. The self guided plantation visit was laid out exquisitely. The grounds were well kept and the information well explained. Visiting the plantation was very touching.
Tour was amazing! The plantation tour was educational and informative. The praline stop was incredible. The airboat tour was amazing. Getting to see gators up close in the wild was awesome. Highly recommend!
Whitney Plantation is a moving experience. Let yourself go back to this time as the audio takes you through the history. Take time to read the signs and plaques. Imaging what was felt & experienced during this time saddened me. I think this was one of my top experiences in NOLA. I originally booked our airboat tour separately with abother company highly recommended - but then wanted to add the Plantation so this tour made better sense, economically too!! Our airboat guide Mike was awesome at Rajin Cajun. And our bus driver felt like a favorite Aunt - pointing sites out along the way - loved her. Name began with M I think (shame on me for bot being able to give her a proper shout out!)
Thanks for coming Jan we enjoyed having you until next time. Stay safe and keep smiling.😊
A lot of history of the slaves and their lives. Sad, but we need to know our history! Our business driver was so wonderful. He even dropped us off near our hotel. Our airboat ride was exceptional, too! This is an excellent tour to book!
Thanks for coming Ros. We enjoyed having you until next time. Stay safe and keep smiling..☺️
Informative and moving experience. The Plantation and exhibits are well maintained. The audio tour was easy to navigate
Thanks for coming Sara. We enjoyed having you until next time. Stay safe and keep smiling. 😊
Great informative tour with a lot of historic value. I was also able to get cute items from the gift store.
Thanks for coming Daisy. We enjoyed having you until next time. Stay safe and keep smiling. 😊
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