Connect Louisiana’s plantation history with life along its swamp waterways
7.5 hrs
Plantation visit, Swamp cruise
Explore Louisiana by land and water on a tour that pairs plantation history with a swamp cruise. Discover how the region’s past and its waterways have shaped life here.
Explore Oak Alley Plantation, A National Historic Landmark. This historic site is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history its inhabitants left behind, with an emphasis on its time as a working sugarcane plantation. Walk under the iconic Allée, interact with staff, and leave with a richer, more powerful understanding of this plantation’s history. Then cruise Louisiana Swamp and Bayou. Learn the mysterious culture of the Cajun and how they adapted to the waterways, wildlife, and weather of Louisiana. Cruise the waterways in a safe pontoon boat with a native of the area. Get up close and personal with some of the wildlife that inhabits the swamp. Take in the beauty of Mother Nature while you are surrounded by moss draped Cypress trees.
You'll receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are non-refundable.
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