We have a 100% success rate on our guided alligator hunts. Our guides have over 25 years experience hunting and handling wild alligators. Spots was recovered from an adjoining area in 1986 by the original land owners, louisiana land and exploration company, and lived on the grounds until he was donated to the audubon zoo in 1990. Add to your wishlist now and we will remind you in advance. I held a little gator on a swamp tour years ago, but i dont recall whowhatwhere it was. While pride fights for his life in the icu, the team scours the city. Low prices make for slow alligator season in louisiana fox news. We are the highest rated airboat swamp tour in the new orleans area.
Find 78 listings related to alligator meat for sale in new orleans on. In the greater new orleans area, there are many swamp tour options in. City park police at 504 4219307 if you see an alligator or see someone feedingharassing alligators. Residents who do not have access to harvest alligators on private lands. At borgne, the john besh seafood restaurant in the hyatt regency new orleans helmed by executive chef brian landry, the alligator soup has a profile familiar to new orleans diners. But in city park, an oasis for natives and transplants like myself, the sounds of the big easy. Alligator hunting guides alligator advisory council. Shes passionate about louisiana, the new orleans saints, pizza, grammar, live. Hanging with alligators in new orleans bayou swamps. Each year, gator hunters get 30 days to fill their tags, so knowing where to go and how to hunt 2018 alligator season opens in louisiana wwl. The only place within the new orleans city limits that you have a good chance of seeing an alligator is in city park, where alligators can be seen.
Dec 03, 2018 new orleans ap heres a fashion trend thats good news, if youre an alligator in louisiana. Louisianas program has been used as a model for managing various crocodilian species throughout the world. All three locations are approximately a 30 to 40minute drive from the french quarter of new orleans. Alligator hunting in louisiana swamps new orleans guide. If youve dreamed of experiencing a once in a lifetime hunt harvesting a south louisiana alligator while enjoying cajun hospitality. Comprised of three alligator farmers, three coastal landowners, and three alligator hunters, the council works within ldwf to promote sustainable use of louisianas alligator resource and to ensure wise management of the species and its habitat. On average a 912 foot alligator produces 15 to 20 pounds, and 4 to 6 foot alligator about 5 pounds. Book early in the season to avoid possible cool weather days. The oysters were large but had a lot of shell bits.
New orleans is a destination of sights, of tastes, and of sounds. Seasons and regulations louisiana department of wildlife. Here, the sounds of the city can fill you with life. Alligator hunting 2019 new orleans forum tripadvisor. But in city park, an oasis for natives and transplants like myself, the sounds of the big easy can make you feel safe. Alligator hunting on a new orleans swamp tour travel the. Where to see alligators in and around new orleans tripsavvy. New orleans ap heres a fashion trend thats good news, if youre an alligator in louisiana.
Today, louisiana has the largest population of alligators in the u. Louisiana residents may also apply for special lottery area hunts awarded by random drawing. Call the property and safety cooridinator at 5044839385 with information on the location and approximate size. See pic of tmike with a very, very big gator named crush. Oct 27, 2017 now that you already know that airboat adventures is the best place to see alligators in new orleans, you may be wondering when you should come visit. The louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting louisianas abundant natural resources. We are located in braithwaite, a 35 minute drive from the new orleans french quarter. Southern fly expeditions the best time to fish louisiana. Ldwf manages the american alligator alligator mississippiensis as a commercial, renewable natural resource. The story of louisiana alligators, alligator season, alligator hunting, and the history. Generally, the gators here are on the smaller side, as the department of wildlife and fisheries relocates larger ones. Ldwfs sustained use program is one of the worlds most recognizable examples of a wildlife conservation success story. The outdoor area is super fun with a crazy goblet of firelike water fountain, and the drinks are equal parts exciting and colorful like the mint julep or rainbow. How to see alligators on a louisiana swamp tour louisiana travel.
Every time of the year is a good time to experience the swamp. Guided alligator hunts in louisiana new orleans alligators. All of our alligator hunting guides are professional alligator hunters. Best time for swamp tours in new orleans 2020 best. Now that you already know that airboat adventures is the best place to see alligators in new orleans, you may be wondering when you should come visit. The wild alligator season takes place in early autumn and is observed and limited by the alligator control program. Sep 25, 2015 alligator hunting in new orleans 2015. Season passes city park map programming in new orleans city park. The american alligator is the largest reptile in north america and louisiana has the highest alligator population in the united states. Dec 03, 2018 new orleans heres a fashion trend thats good news, if youre an alligator in louisiana.
If youre not up for an alligator hunt but cant get enough of the swamp people, you can shop online in their store. You may find moderate amounts of fresh meat at other time than september, but there is no guarantee that it is approved by the program. Prices for skins are down to less than half what they were just five years ago, making for a slow wild harvest. Where to see alligators in new orleans airboat tours in. Its klieberts turtle and alligator farm with two member of the swamp people from season one, mike and tmike kliebert. We can help you put together the louisiana alligator hutning trip of a lifetime whether you are visiting new orleans or want to come stay with us. Louisiana marsh adventures braithwaite, louisiana louisiana marsh adventures offers guided alligator hunting and airboat tours near new orleans. It all really depends on what you would like to see. The fried alligator was pretty good, but i havent had a bad plate of fried alligator in new orleans yet fingers crossed. Alligator hunting on a new orleans swamp tour we got to hold a juvenile alligator during our swamp tour. The director of the states alligator program estimates that about 18,000 were taken from the wild this year. Our alligator hunting guides are professional alligator hunters.
Alligator hunting in louisiana swamps new orleans guide of. Alligator hunters must qualify for landowners tags or hunt with a licensed hunterhelper with available tags. Most swamp tours operate in the honey island swamp, the jean lafitte national historical park and preserve, or in the maurepas swamp wildlife management area. Its my own fault that i was attacked by an alligator this morning. After much study and research, they came up with the alligator ranching program in 1986.
Alligator hunting in florida florida wildlife adventure. The creatures live primarily in louisianas coastal. Does anyone have any tour guidecompanies that offer this experience not too far away from downtown new orleans. The daily and season quota is equal to the number of alligator harvest tags that a licensed alligator hunter possesses. These tags are issued by the louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries on property containing sufficient alligator habitat capable of sustaining an alligator harvest. Alligator season in jefferson parish kicks off this week.
This is the coolest spot to grab a drink in new orleans, especially if you like disneyland. Meat from the tail is the most popular part of the alligator, however the tenderloins, legs, portions around the ribs, and jowls are also worth harvesting. The landry family even offers autographed 8 x 10 photos for. Alligator hunting on a new orleans swamp tour travel the world. Whether you want to adorn yourself with a choot em tshirt and baseball cap or proudly display the slogan on your license plate, you can find quality merchandise here.
There are several advantages to taking a tour in different seasons. Here is everything you need to know about how to hunt them, hunting regulations, how to obtain a hunting license and what states have the best alligator populations. South louisianas premiere hunting destination the island. The alligator is the largest reptile in north america. The only place within the new orleans city limits that you have a good chance of seeing an alligator is in city park, where alligators can be seen lurking in the numerous lagoons and waterways. From crawfish and shrimp to oysters and even alligator, theres no shortage of fresh and tasty flavors in new orleans. As soon as you see the alligator make a phone call. Jefferson parish alligator season visit jefferson parish. Low prices make for slow alligator season in louisiana. Louisiana marsh adventures is a family owned professional alligator hunting guide service. Alligator hunting louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries.
Often a basking alligator will have its mouth open. The once endangered alligator is now a valuable resource for tourism, leather products and gourmet food. Season usually opens the last wednesday in august and last for 30 days. To start, we ordered half a dozen raw oysters and the fried alligator appetizer. New orleans heres a fashion trend thats good news, if youre an alligator in louisiana. Where to see alligators in new orleans airboat tours in new. Oct 17, 2018 springsummer more delicious crawfish and skinny water redfish, tailing bull redfish, tailing black drum, alligator gar typically a great time to target redfish of all sizes. Just 25minutes from new orleans, jean lafitte swamp tour offers swamp. Prices for skins are down to less than half what they were just five years ago, making for a slow wild. If youve dreamed of experiencing a once in a lifetime hunt harvesting a south louisiana alligator while enjoying cajun hospitality then acadiane expeditons, ltd. If youre visiting louisiana, theres no doubt youve heard about the regions mossy swamplands. I was having gumbo for lunch with frau schmitt at liuzzasbythetrack this afternoon when i told her i was attacked by an alligator. Louisiana alligators, alligator season, alligator hunting, alligator. Louisiana alligators, alligator season, alligator hunting.
Jeb linscombe of the louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries says. Just a short drive outside of the heart of new orleans, tour companies offer swampbayou tours on boats, where you can see and even feed gators and other wildlife. If you do not harvest an alligator on your trip you can rebook for 12 price. The 515 pounders are plentiful and anglers can get shots at a lot of fish. If applicable, a legal alligator hunting lease may be submitted. The department issues hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses, as well as boat titles and registrations. Meat harvested from your alligator will depend on his size. For the roux, in a heavy 10inch skillet combine the oil and flour at mediumhigh heat, and cook for three minutes, mixing constantly and thoroughly with a longhandled metal whisk or a.
Alligator season dates in louisiana east zone opens last wednesday in august season lasts 30 calendar days west zone opens first wednesday of september season lasts 30 calendar days alligator prices. Kitchen closes at 10pm, so come earlier if you want those fried alligator bites. Alligators do hibernate during the cold winter months, but lay on the bayou. Look no further than an adventurous swamp tour into the woods of cajun country. An alligator hunter must posses alligator cites tags to harvest alligators. Seeking a new and exciting way to experience new orleans.
The island is also the original home of spots, the beloved blueeyed white alligator who lived at the audubon aquarium of the americas for 24 years. Sep, 2019 alligator hunting season brings about a whole new set of challenges different than hunting a deer or turkey in the woods. First let me set your mind at ease, we were only hunting alligators with our eyes and our cameras though we did eat some alligator bisque while in new orleans. Are you planning to take a swamp tour soon, but are not sure when is the best time to do it. Posted on august 9, 2017 by bayou woman august 9, 2017 11.
One of the best known alligator farms in the state of louisiana is the one seen on swamp people. Alligator hunters apply for alligator tags prior to the season. After the devastation of our alligator population, all hunting ceased in 1961. Alligator hunting, research, and management louisiana. I am visiting new orleans during labor day weekend and i know alligator hunting season is coming up in september. Sep, 2017 we offer luxury accomodations at our pelican roost resort as well as guided fishing trips and duck hunting. In 1962 the department of wildlife and fisheries began a program to regulate louisianas alligator industry. Louisiana swamp tours let visitors experience alligators up close and learn about. Doityourself recreational opportunities for louisiana residents to hunt alligators are limited to special lottery draw programs. For more information and updates about how new orleans is addressing the covid19 outbreak including restaurants that are currently open for takeout and delivery please visit our. City park police at 504 4219307 if you see an alligator or see someone.