Will I see alligators year-round? Will I be safe? What about mosquitos? Thousands of people visit Alligator Bayou each year, and many of them are kind enough to send thank-you letters. Here are a few of our favorites.

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gator1.gif 150x85Can we see 'gators year-round?

Yes and no. In the native habitat, alligators hibernate from October through March. But reptiles are cold-blooded and sometimes can be seen in the warmth of the sun even during the months of hibernation. See them almost anytime in our exotic and visitor-friendly gator exhibit, an eco-habitat of lakes and native vegetation.

Is my child safe on the boat?

The boat is 20x40 feet, covered and enclosed by a 3.5-foot-tall fence. Kids love being able to get close to nature. Parents can feel secure that their children are safe.

mosquito.gif 150x133Will mosquitos eat me up?

We rarely see mosquitos, but we carry mosquito repellent just in case.

Alligator Bayou winds into the 13,000-acre Spanish Lake Basin and a wetland habitat of bayous, swamps and lakes. This unique tour will take you deep into the heart of Louisiana swamps.
Walk through our 6 acre alligator eco-habitat, see our huge alligator snapping turtles in their habitat complete with frogs, fish and a few surprises, plus we've got cajun cottages, canoe rentals, gift shop and more.
The colors and textures of the swamp are some of the most amazing scenes you will ever see.
Stop by and shop for awhile. Located in the Alligator Bayou Bait Shop (and complete with snake and gator exhibits), the Duck's Nest Shoppe features unique, one-of-a-kind gifts made by Louisiana craftspeople.
Our bayou-side pavilion is the perfect place for your "fais do do." Let us design a unique and unforgettable wedding, banquet or party, with or without a swamp tour.
Louisiana's most historic wetlands habitat is the perfect place to learn about and celebrate history, biology and swamp ecology.
Located in Louisiana's Plantation Country, the Spanish Lake Basin is bordered by Bayou Manchac, an Indian short-cut from the Mississippi River to New Orleans and the Gulf of Mexico.
In 1993, the co-owners of Alligator Bayou Tours learned that hundreds of acres of bottomland hardwoods in the Spanish Lake Basin would be cut for lumber. This valuable habitat was saved by Frank Bonifay, Jim Ragland and community members working in cooperation with local, state and federal government.
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What if I have limited mobility?

Wheelchairs sit comfortably on the flat deck of the barge and there is handicap-friendly access.

Are snakes going to fall out of the trees into the boat?

snake.gif 150x104It's never happened. There really aren't snakes hanging from the trees. We sometimes see snakes swimming in the water, but in three years' time, only one of them has been a venomous snake.

What type of wildlife can I expect to see?

You are most likely to see egrets, herons, ibis, hawks and eagles and you may see migrating birds such as pelicans, ducks and song birds. Other fun creatures are nutria, snakes, gators, turtles and frogs.

When do your tours run?

We run year-round, so call or e-mail us for the current season's schedule.

Still have questions? Please don't hesitate to contact us.



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