Thursday, September 8, 2016

Finding Alligator Hunting Tours Louisiana

By Cynthia Burns


A large number of people enjoy spending time outdoors hunting wild gators and they will book a sporting tour. If you are searching for alligator hunting tours louisiana there are many firms that will organize a trip for you. Before you make a booking you need to do some homework on the available options so that you find a tour that is suitable for you.

To go on an alligator hunting tour you need to be a minimum of eighteen years old and in reasonably good health. It is useful take along a few essential items on the day such as some good quality waterproof clothing, sun cream and a hat. You also need the necessary licenses to hunt the gators which you can buy prior to the tour and the firm that arranges your trip will be able to help you with this.

There are a few of places where you will find the professional companies who arrange guided alligator hunts. Many will advertise in specialized sporting magazines and you may find details in local newspapers. Most companies will advertise on the net and their web pages are well worth browsing as they contain a lot of useful information and you can make your booking online.

The prices of a tour in pierre park, LA will vary greatly depending on which option you have selected and which company you are using. The price will include transfers to the boats and a packed lunch and soft drinks are normally provided. Alcohol is strictly off limits and it is advisable not to consume any the day before your trip.

There are few options for you to select from when you book you alligator hunt. The basic trip of a day's shoot with the other people on the boat and a shared guide is one of the most common. Package tours are also available and these are extremely good value as they will include your day's food and all of the safety equipment that is required.

At the more expensive end of the scale you can opt to book a private trip which is the ultimate way to hunt prize gators. You will have your own air boat and guide who will take you to areas where you can spend the day bow hunting and shooting the alligators. You will also get educational information about the local area and the other wildlife which make the day a more interesting experience.

If you do not want to hunt you can still go on the tour as a spectator and simply enjoy a day in the wilderness. A helper license is needed to take the trip and you can get this locally for a small fee. You will still enjoy the natural surroundings and see some wildlife including the prize gators.

A large number of the tour companies may offer some optional extras that you may be interested in. You are given the opportunity to have your picture taken with the gator that you have hunted and you can have the head stuffed and mounted as a souvenir. Fresh alligator meat is also offered for sale as well as books, DVD's and other related merchandise.




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