From New Orleans: Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour Combo

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From New Orleans: Whitney Plantation and Airboat Tour Combo

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Explore the Whitney Plantation with an audio guide and see historic slave cabins and memorials on a trip from New Orleans. Later in the day, set out on an airboat ride through the Louisiana swamps.

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Highlights

Embark on an emotional journey through history at the Whitney Plantation
Explore historic buildings, including slave cabins and a Freedmen’s Church
Learn about the lives and struggles of enslaved people via an audio guide
Experience the thrill of an airboat ride through the swamps of Louisiana
Gain insights into the local ecosystem and swamp life from your captain

Description

Embark on a profound journey through history at the Whitney Plantation, the only museum in Louisiana dedicated exclusively to the lives of enslaved people. Begin your day with a hotel pickup from New Orleans between 8:00 AM-8:30 AM. After a 70-minute drive, arrive at the Whitney Plantation with ample time to discover the grounds and exhibits. Set out on a self-guided tour with an audio headset, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Visit restored buildings including slave cabins, Freedmen’s Church, a detached kitchen, outbuildings, and a 1790 owner’s house. Pay your respects at the memorial honoring the enslaved and gain a deeper understanding of their lives and contributions. Depart at 2 PM to transition from history to adventure with a fully narrated airboat tour. Enjoy close encounters with Louisiana’s vibrant swamp life. Learn about the unique ecosystem and the lifestyle of those who live in the swamps from a local captain. After the airboat tour concludes at around 3:45 PM, return to your hotel by 4:45 PM, depending on traffic.