Explore history and adventure with a Destrehan Plantation tour and thrilling airboat ride through Louisiana’s swamps. Discover alligators and rich heritage.
Explore history and adventure with a Destrehan Plantation tour and thrilling airboat ride through Louisiana’s swamps. Discover alligators and rich heritage.
- New Orleans - Begin your half-day plantation and swamp tour with an 8:00 am hotel pickup from downtown New Orleans (please allow 30 minutes for pickups).
- Destrehan - Destrehan Plantation is located 30 minutes from the French Quarter.
- New Orleans - This 1-hour walking tour immerses you in the rich history of Louisiana during the time…
- New Orleans - Begin your half-day plantation and swamp tour with an 8:00 am hotel pickup from downtown New Orleans (please allow 30 minutes for pickups).
- Destrehan - Destrehan Plantation is located 30 minutes from the French Quarter.
- New Orleans - This 1-hour walking tour immerses you in the rich history of Louisiana during the time when French was the primary language and sugar, known as white gold, fueled the economy. The family stories of both free and enslaved individuals, woven into the historical context, will captivate you as you explore the site.
The plantation was the residence of Marie Celeste Robin de Logny and her husband Jean-Noel Destrehan, the leading sugar producer in St. Charles Parish and a key figure in Louisiana’s path to statehood. The plantation showcases an original document signed by President Thomas Jefferson and Secretary of State James Madison, appointing Destrehan to the Orleans Territorial Council, which was instrumental in establishing Louisiana’s civil law of government.
- Ragin Cajun Airboat Tours - Set off on an exciting journey with Louisiana’s Airboat Tours, just 25 minutes from downtown New Orleans. This high-speed airboat adventure provides a close-up view of the area’s distinctive ecosystem and wildlife.
Thrilling Airboat Ride: Glide through narrow waterways and vast marshes on a high-speed airboat, designed to reach areas inaccessible to traditional boats.
Wildlife Encounters: Observe alligators, turtles, and exotic birds in their natural surroundings. Our expert guides offer insights into the behaviors and traits of these intriguing creatures.
Educational Experience: Gain knowledge about the rich culture, history, and environmental importance of the Louisiana wetlands from our knowledgeable guides.
Small Group Tours: Our exclusive small airboat tours accommodate 6 to 10 passengers, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience.
Health Restrictions: Not recommended for pregnant individuals or those with back or neck issues.
- Ragin Cajun Airboat Tours - Departure from Ragin Cajun Airboat Tours

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Experience the unique blend of a swamp and plantation tour. Begin your day with a 60-minute tour of Destrehan Plantation, the oldest recorded plantation in the Mississippi Valley, and visit the slave revolt museum situated on the premises.
Conclude your day with a 90-minute Louisiana Small Airboat tour. The skilled Cajun Captains will guide you through…
Experience the unique blend of a swamp and plantation tour. Begin your day with a 60-minute tour of Destrehan Plantation, the oldest recorded plantation in the Mississippi Valley, and visit the slave revolt museum situated on the premises.
Conclude your day with a 90-minute Louisiana Small Airboat tour. The skilled Cajun Captains will guide you through the secluded swamp areas. Discover the Louisiana Wetlands, the diverse wildlife of the swamp, and the lifestyle and behaviors of the American Alligators. Our knowledgeable Captains will transport you back to the historical days of Louisiana Bayou and Swamp exploration.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Riders must be at least 48 inches tall.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.