Discover the historic beauty of Louisiana on a private boat tour along the Mississippi River. This immersive experience combines scenic views, fascinating history, and luxury comfort—perfect for a memorable outdoor adventure in New Orleans.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for participants of all fitness levels; relaxing and leisurely pace.
Wildlife
History
The Mississippi River has been a vital trade route and played a central role in Louisiana’s cultural development since the early days of settlement.
Conservation
N’awlins Luxury Tours practices eco-friendly policies to minimize environmental impact, ensuring sustainable enjoyment of Louisiana’s waterways.
N’awlins Luxury Tours
Discover the historic beauty of Louisiana on a private boat tour along the Mississippi River. This immersive experience combines scenic views, fascinating history, and luxury comfort—perfect for a memorable outdoor adventure in New Orleans.
N’awlins Luxury Tours is a New Orleans-based tour operator that offers a range of swamp, airboat, pontoon, plantation, and city experiences originating in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The company organizes pontoon boat swamp tours, small and large airboat swamp tours, self-guided and guided plantation visits, and combined itineraries that pair swamp rides with visits to historic plantations such as Oak Alley, Whitney Museum (Whitney Plantation), Laura Creole, and Destrehan Documented Plantation. Several two-plantation options are offered as seven-hour tours, and visitors can choose guided or self-guided formats where indicated. Tour names in the program include Pontoon Boat Swamp Tour, Small Airboat Swamp Tour, Large Airboat Swamp Tour, Guided Whitney Museum Plantation, Self‑Guided Whitney Museum Plantation, Oak Alley Antebellum Plantation, Laura Creole Plantation, Destrehan Documented Plantation, and N’awlins City & Cemetery Tour. Combo itineraries match swamp boat experiences with plantation visits — for example, pontoon or airboat swamp rides combined with Oak Alley, Laura Creole, or Whitney Plantation. The operator lists multiple package variations to suit different interests and mobility needs, including single-site plantation visits and multi-site, full-day tours. Booking information, durations, and whether a tour is guided or self-guided are specified per trip. N’awlins Luxury Tours focuses on delivering New Orleans-area cultural and historical tours that connect swamp routes and plantation sites for visitors seeking combined outdoor and historical experiences. The catalog includes both single-site plantation admissions and paired transportation options, allowing guests to select combinations that align with schedule preferences and site accessibility, and practical travel arrangements for group sizes.
Tours Offered
26 Tours
Swamp, plantation, city & combo options
Swamp Types
Pontoon • Airboat
Pontoon, small & large airboats
Based In
New Orleans, LA
Operates from New Orleans
Full-Day Options
7-Hour Tours
Two-plantation full-day itineraries
Select a pontoon, small or large airboat, or a guided/self-guided plantation package and secure a preferred date from N’awlins Luxury Tours.
Arrive Early for the Best Views
Be sure to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to secure optimal seating and capture morning light photos.
Dress in Layers
Louisiana weather can change quickly; wearing layers ensures comfort whether it's warm or breezy.
Bring Waterproof Gear
A light raincoat or waterproof jacket is recommended in case of unexpected showers along the river.
Capture the Landscape
Use the golden hour for stunning photos of the Oak Alley trees and historic river views.
Sun Hat or Cap
Provides sun protection during outdoor boat time, especially on sunny days.
summer
Sunscreen
Helps prevent sunburn during your river tour under direct sunlight.
summer
Binoculars
Enhances wildlife viewing opportunities along the riverbanks.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during your trip with a refillable bottle.
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