Slice through Louisiana’s iconic swamps aboard a large airboat while visiting the historic Oak Alley Plantation. See Nola Hospitality delivers a seamless mix of natural beauty and rich history in a 7.5-hour adventure from Hammond.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
7.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; the tour is primarily seated with occasional walking at the plantation
Wildlife
History
Oak Alley Plantation is famed for its iconic double row of 300-year-old live oak trees, established in the 1830s and emblematic of Louisiana's plantation era.
Conservation
See Nola Hospitality supports sustainable tourism practices to protect sensitive wetland habitats and educates visitors about the importance of swamp ecosystem preservation.
See Nola Hospitality
Slice through Louisiana’s iconic swamps aboard a large airboat while visiting the historic Oak Alley Plantation. See Nola Hospitality delivers a seamless mix of natural beauty and rich history in a 7.5-hour adventure from Hammond.
See Nola Hospitality coordinates guided tours and experiences focused on plantation history, swamp ecology, and New Orleans culture. The company offers curated day trips that include visits to Laura Plantation, Oak Alley Plantation, and Whitney Plantation, combined with airboat swamp tours and urban walking tours.
Laura Plantation is presented as a restored Creole plantation on the Mississippi River listed on the National Register of Historic Places and on the Louisiana African-American Heritage Trail; tours highlight early 19th‑century architecture, the big house, and original slave cabins. Oak Alley Plantation features a canopy of 28 majestic oak trees and an 1837 Greek Revival house with exhibits and a blacksmith shop. Whitney Plantation is described as Louisiana’s museum dedicated to the lives of enslaved people and offers memorials and restored buildings for reflection.
See Nola Hospitality pairs plantation visits with small or large airboat swamp rides that traverse southeast Louisiana’s wetlands and habitats, allowing guests to observe regional wildlife and landscape. Transportation options are available on select tours, with departures from the New Orleans area and routes that reach plantations outside the city. Additional offerings include the Soul of New Orleans Tour, which explores African American and Afro‑Creole heritage and neighborhood history, and an Urban Culture City Tour that highlights local cuisine, music, and cultural sites. Booking details, schedules, and transportation options are published with each tour listing for clarity online.
Tours Offered
11
Curated plantation, swamp, city tours
Plantation Sites
Laura • Oak Alley • Whitney
Historic Creole plantation visits
Tour Styles
Airboats & Walks
Small and large airboat options
Transport Available
With Transportation
Pick-up options from New Orleans
Reserve tours with clear inclusions and transportation options — choose Laura, Oak Alley, Whitney, swamp airboats, or cultural city tours.
Wear insect repellent
Mosquitoes and other insects are common in the swamp environment, so apply repellent to stay comfortable.
Bring a hat and sunscreen
The open airboat exposes you to sun for extended periods; protect your skin accordingly.
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
Light, breathable clothes work best in warm months; waterproof layers help during sudden rain.
Keep your camera ready
Wildlife encounters can happen at any moment; fast shutter speed cameras or smartphones are ideal.
Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and biting insects at bay, especially important in warmer seasons.
spring
Sun hat
Provides shade and protection from prolonged sun exposure during the airboat ride.
summer
Light rain jacket
Useful to stay dry during occasional swamp rain showers.
spring
Camera with zoom lens
Captures wildlife and scenic vistas from a distance on the open water.