Whitney Plantation and Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour Combo

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8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

A Rich Cultural and Ecological Experience of Louisiana!

The Swamp Kayak Tour, Cajun Food, Plantation Tour Experience:
• Transportation to and from New Orleans
• Intermediate Paddle through Manchac Swamp
• Perfect for Groups looking for a great time
• Learn the history and importance of this unique ecosystem
• Paddle past Cypress and Tupelo groves
• Stop at B&C Seafood Restaurant for Cajun cuisine (Option to Purchase Food)
• Guided Tour of the beautiful Whitney Plantation
• Visit the Museum, Baptist Church, and Gift Shop
• Take photos of the Live Oak corridor that leads up to the “Big House”

What's Included

Kayak guide, gear, and paddle lesson
Self-guided tour of Whitney Plantation and Museum
Round-trip transportation from New Orleans
Gratuity is not included in kayak tour price. Your guide works hard to ensure your safety and well-being, please let them know if you had a good time.
Price of lunch (own expense)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
740 N Rampart St

Please be waiting outside the Rampart Tree House 740 N RAMPART STREET at 7:45am

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Manchac Swamp Bridge

    Explore the Manchac Swamp, the second biggest cypress swamp in North America in tandem or single sit-on-top kayaks (think stable and easy). As you adventure through the Spanish moss laden cypress swamp, a knowledgeable guide will share stories and give an overview of the benefits and trials the swamp is currently facing. We do NOT feed the wildlife and the animals; alligators, turtles, birds are non threatening.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    B&C Seafood Riverside & Cajun Restaurant

    After our kayak tour, we head to B & C Seafood where we stop for an opportunity to experience some Cajun food. (You have the option to purchase food.) Step out of your comfort zone and try some fried alligator, gulf oysters, crawfish, soft shell crab, frog legs or keep it simple and get the smoked rabbit gumbo. If you don't want to push your palate, then I suggest the red beans and rice. A southern staple! After a fun lunch, we venture off to the Whitney Plantation.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Whitney Plantation

    The Whitney Plantation offers you an opportunity to experience the story of plantation life in Louisiana from the perspective of those enslaved. It does a good job of not glorifying the ownership. The 45 min drive home gives you a quick chance to nap prior to hitting the town.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Plantation Tours
Audio Guides
Kayaking Tours
Water Tours
Small Group
Viator Plus
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
DSA non-compliant
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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