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Destrehan Plantation and Large Airboat Tour Combo from New Orleans

Destrehan Plantation and Large Airboat Tour Combo from New Orleans

Overview

Experience two great New Orleans day trips in one with this 6-hour trip including Destrehan Plantation and an airboat swamp tour. Visit the oldest documented plantation in the lower Mississippi Valley followed by an exciting ride in a 16-passenger airboat.

City: New Orleans

Tue 15 Jul

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Starting at $150.00

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Tue 15 Jul

Starting at $150.00

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Driver/guide

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Destrehan Plantation

Get picked up at your hotel in New Orleans to begin this combination day tour, which lasts a little more than 6 hours. First, visit the Destrehan Plantation, built in 1787 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Travel through time from the French and Spanish Colonial periods through the Antebellum grandeur of the sugar barons to the ravages of the Civil War and the rebirth of reconstruction. You will find yourself immersed in the rich history of Louisiana when French was the language, and the white gold of sugar drove the economy. An 1811 slave revolt museum/cabin is on the grounds along with its massive oak trees. Family stories of those free and enslaved set against the fabric of history will intrigue every visitor to the site. A house tour is approximately 1 hour, with time to walk the grounds and see the slave cabin. This includes time for lunch (own expense) if time permits.

Barataria Preserve

Next, head for the swamp that's only 35 minutes from New Orleans - yet a world away. An airboat adventure is a high speed adventure that is part tour and part ride. You will experience the best of both: a swamp tour and an airboat ride. You will travel at high speeds in the airboat then slow down and stop for pictures. Along the way, you will get a personal tour by your local captain. The airboats have stadium seating, so that the person in front of you does not obstruct your view. So every airboat seat is great for experiencing the tour and viewing the wildlife.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (57)

Relax17663095373

Mar 2025

The actual tours were amazing but the transportation (pick up and drop off) were terrible. I am a black woman and I was amazed at how nice the woman driver was to the white travelers but as rude as she could be to myself and my daughter. I was very disappointed and hurt at the treatment. Like I said the plantation tour was so informative. The swamp tour guide Captain Ernie was hilarious and very knowledgeable as well. Being the only black people on the tour I definitely felt it from the staff. I suggest some coaching on customer service skills.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Our company does not condone any kind of discrimination and we take the offense very seriously. We confidently stand behind our customer service and in treating everyone equally. So, in order to confirm the validity of your accusation, we will need further information via email to [email protected] or our direct line at 504-689-3599. We look forward to hearing back from you and we will further investigate the problem, if any.

nancy_b

Jan 2025

The Destrehan Plantation was absolutely spectacular. Beverly, our tour guide, was fabulous and exceptionally well-versed in the history of the place. The boat ride, however, was miserable. Not any fault of the captain, but it was freezing cold. All we could think was when will this torture be over. I have never been so cold and, the place Would rent you a blanket!!! C'mon! If you are doing these tours in the winter LOAN a blanket! Or else, don't offer this boat tour in the winter. We were there on Jan 10th.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you for the five-star review, Nancy!

Megan_O

Nov 2024

Alan, tour guide at Destrehan, was FULL of amazing information or LA history- really enjoyed. The swap tour was the absolute highlight of our trip- speedboat is a must!!

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Thank you for the five-star review, Megan!