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New Orleans Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour

Explore New Orleans' history and nature with a Whitney Plantation visit and thrilling airboat swamp tour.

New Orleans
8 hrs
4.21Rating:
Last updated: December 7, 2025

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Platform Scores

Viator logo
4.83
206 reviews
GYG logo
4.91
32 reviews

Important Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant women
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart problems
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Discover the rich history of New Orleans with a visit to the Whitney Plantation, the only museum in Louisiana dedicated to the lives of enslaved people. Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup, then explore the plantation's grounds and exhibits at your own pace with an audio guide. Walk through restored buildings, including slave cabins and a Freedmen’s Church, and pay your respects at the memorial honoring the enslaved. Transition from history to adventure with a narrated airboat tour through the vibrant swamps of Louisiana. Experience the thrill of close encounters with local wildlife and learn about the unique ecosystem from a knowledgeable captain. This immersive tour offers a profound understanding of both the historical and natural landscapes of the region. Book now for an unforgettable experience that combines education and excitement.

Pros

  • Embark on a journey through history at Whitney Plantation
  • Explore historic slave cabins and a Freedmen’s Church
  • Learn about enslaved people's lives via an audio guide
  • Experience a thrilling airboat ride through Louisiana swamps
  • Gain insights into local swamp life from your captain

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Audio guide at Whitney Plantation
  • Narrated airboat tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Excludes

  • Meals and beverages
$152-$159.6
4.21Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Embark on a journey through history at Whitney Plantation
  • Explore historic slave cabins and a Freedmen’s Church
  • Learn about enslaved people's lives via an audio guide
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