Armand Bayou-Gator Basking Days

Your tour begins with a 5 minute walk down the boardwalk to our Environmental Learning Center auditorium, where our interpretive naturalist will give a 45 minute presentation on American alligators. This includes an opportunity to meet one of our ambassador gators! Then you will ride down the trail on one of our electric vehicles to board our Bayou Ranger II Pontoon Boat and look for gators in Armand Bayou.

• Dates: April 19, 2025

• Time: 8:15am-12:00pm

• Prices: $45 members/$50 non-members

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Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the presence of alligators during our tour as they are wild animals and can be unpredictable.

Know before you go (Gator Basking Days)

• The maximum capacity for each tour is 16 people. We require a minimum of 5 guests for the tour to proceed. Ages 9+

• We recommend that you bring water, insect repellent, a hat, and sunscreen.

• We recommend that you wear long pants.

• Closed toe shoes are required. Participants without proper footwear will not be able to participate.

• Gator Basking Days tours are for ages 10 and up. Adults must accompany children under 18.

• Reservations must be made in advance and payment is required at the time of reservation.