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Gator Ranch Tours

Come see Insta-Gator Ranch where you’ll get to tour our alligator ranch to feed ’em, catch ’em, and, seasonally, hatch ’em!

Individual Tours

Groups of less than 24 people.

Guided Tours

Alligator Hatching

Group Tours

Groups of more than 24 people.

School Field Trips

Birthday Parties

Corporate Groups
Gators-to-Geaux
Gators-to-Geaux

Make your event one to remember with our exciting Gators‑to‑Geaux event options where we bring the party animals to you!

Fun-Natomy

Give your guests a fun way to learn all about an alligators anatomy hands-on!

Gator Greeter

There’s no better way to get attention or greet your guests than with a live alligator!

Edu-Gator Show

Meet 2+ live alligators while learning about the behind-the-scenes of Insta-Gator Ranch.

Alligator Catch Pools

Everyone gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Catch a swimming alligator with your hands!
Parties & Events
Parties & Events

Chomping for some fun with our gators? Share this one-in-a-lifetime experience with everyone at your next event for a memorable day!

School Events

Corporate Events

Birthday Parties

Youth Groups

Church Events

Video Production
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About Insta-Gator

Since 1989 John and his family have operated Insta-Gator Ranch with a mission of teaching the history and conservation of alligators.

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Insta-Gator Shop

If you’re looking for a way to support this amazing conservation program, check out our shop for everything from t-shirts to luxury alligator leather!

Luxury Alligator Products

Insta-Gator offers sustainable American Alligator leather products. From wallets to belts, we produce only high-quality leather products that will last for years.

SHOP WALLETS & PURSES

SHOP ALLIGATOR BELTS

Insta-Gator T-Shirts

Made with 100% pre-shrunk cotton with the Insta-Gator Logo on the front and back. Perfect to commemorate your trip or contribute to our program.

SHOP SHIRTS

SHOP OTHER ALLIGATOR GIFTS
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Feed 'Em, Catch 'Em, Hatch 'Em!

Louisiana's #1 Interactive Alligator Tour

Locally Owned
Family Operated

Insta-Gator Ranch is owned by John Price, who saw the need for the conservation of alligators and combined it with education and entertainment. John and his family have operated the ranch since 2001 with a mission of teaching how alligators overcame all odds through sustainable conservation.

Saving Louisiana's
Alligators

In response to a rapid decline in alligators, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries began the Alligator Conservation Program in 1986. Since then, Ranchers have returned over one million alligators to the marsh and the program is now one of the most successful of its kind.

One-of-a-Kind Hands-On Education

In September 2001, Insta-Gator Ranch opened its doors to provide exciting educational guided tours. We offer tours to all ages. Our tours offer a one-of-a-kind experience, allowing you to feed 'em, catch 'em, and, seasonally, hatch 'em!

Gator Ranch Tours

Take a tour of the Insta-Gator Ranch where you’ll learn all about American Alligators, stroll through our temperature-controlled barns, feed hundreds of alligators ranging from 2 to 8 feet, and even have the option to catch our yearlings!

Gators-to-Geaux

We’ll bring the fun of Insta-Gator Ranch to you! With Gators-to-Geaux, you can get up close and personal with our alligators, take photos with ’em, learn all about ’em, and even catch ’em!

Get to Know Louisiana's
Most Ancient Residents

Insta-Gator Ranch is the most informative and interactive alligator tour from Baton Rouge to Biloxi. You’ll see hundreds of alligators ranging from babies to 8 footers, learn about the history and anatomy of the American alligator, and see how Insta-Gator Ranch’s conservation efforts protect these beautiful creatures and preserve their environment. During your tour, you will be able to pet and feed alligators, and, from August to September, you can even hatch a baby alligator in your hands!

Our Clients Have A Snappin' Good Time

Our Guest Reviews

Lee Rosas

December 30, 2021.

Had a great time , very educational experience for both kids & adults.

Vickie Cuevas

December 13, 2021.

We had a fantastic time at the ranch. The kids had a memorable time petting and catching baby gators. Definitely recommend this to anyone and their family. Fun and educational!

Brian Poston

November 21, 2021.

Great place to visit. Great for families.

Arden Ballard

November 14, 2021.

Amazing place to bring the kids. Small family run farm that’s very knowledgeable and kind. We will be back!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gators-to-Geaux?

Gators-to-Geaux is a program where we bring the alligators and fun of Insta-Gator Ranch to you. We offer customizable packages to fit your event type perfectly. Gators-to-Geaux is enjoyable for any event.

How Does Alligator Hatching Work?

Alligator hatching normally begins August 8th and ends around September 6th. The experience starts with a 5-10 minute explanation of how to assist your Baby Alligator out of his or her egg. Then, you’ll be shown the hatchery where you’ll help your baby out into the world. Once you have hatched your alligator, you may play with your baby as long as you like and take your baby for their 1st swim in a table top pool. Check out our Alligator Hatching page to learn more.

Do you have birthday parties at the ranch?

Our alligators would never miss a birthday party! With Insta-Gator, you can host your birthday party at the ranch or bring the snappin’ good time to you with our Gators-to-Geaux program! To learn more, check out our Birthday Parties page.

How much is it to tour Insta-Gator Ranch?

Ready for a one-of-a-kind experience? Insta-Gator Ranch tours will teach you all about the history of the American Alligator, the Alligator Protection Program, and how Insta-Gator Ranch helps alligators in the wild. Our tours are priced as follows:

12 Years & Under: 13$
13 Years & Up: 19$
65 & Up: 17$

We also offer a military discount. Check out our Gator Ranch Tours page for more information.

What is the Alligator Protection Program?

In the late 1950s, the wild alligator population dropped to unacceptably low numbers of about 150,000. So the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries created the Louisiana Alligator Protection Program.

This program allows Ranchers to harvest eggs out of the marsh, with the understanding that 17% of those hatched must be returned to the marsh once they reach an average size. The program’s continued success has so dramatically increased the population that, through the years, the alligator return rate has been reduced substantially. Learn more about the Alligator Protection Program here.