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Kliebert & Son’s Gator Tours
📍 40511 W E Interstate 55 Service Rd, Ponchatoula, LA 70454🕐 Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 12–4 PM |
About Kliebert & Son’s Gator Tours
Kliebert & Son’s Gator Tours is a zoo in Ponchatoula, LA. Minnie, a hand-raised alligator at the farm, is so docile that visitors are allowed to hold her, making her an exceptionally rare example of an alligator that has been socialized to human interaction. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,090 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Gator Tour Attraction
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Alligator tours and encounters
- Admission
- $20 adults, $15 kids (3-12 years), free for kids 2 and under
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm (walk-ins welcome)
💡 Did You Know?
- Minnie, a hand-raised alligator at the farm, is so docile that visitors are allowed to hold her, making her an exceptionally rare example of an alligator that has been socialized to human interaction
- The gator farm is a family-owned business passed down through generations, indicating multi-generational stewardship and continuity of operations
- Visitors can participate in direct animal interactions including holding alligators and snakes, and hand-feeding alligators—experiences rarely offered at other wildlife facilities
- With a 4.7-star rating from 1,090 reviews and particularly high mention frequency for 'friendly staff' (177 mentions) and 'tour guides' (117 mentions), the facility demonstrates exceptionally strong visitor satisfaction and guide quality
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan to hold an alligator during your visit - Minnie, the hand-raised gator, is a standout experience that visitors consistently praise. She's docile and safe to interact with, but be prepared that she's heavier than expected.
- Book a tour guide in advance when possible - tour guides like Victoria and Brianna are highlighted as incredibly knowledgeable and provide personalized explanations. They make the experience significantly better and can tailor content to your group's interests.
- Arrive early on weekends or plan a weekday visit - this is a popular stop for road trippers between Texas/Florida and the New Orleans/Baton Rouge area. Weekday mornings likely offer shorter waits and more personalized guide attention.
- Take advantage of group rates if you have 10+ people - adults drop from $20 to $17 and children from $15 to $12. For families or organized groups, this 15% discount adds meaningful savings on an already competitively-priced experience.
- Bring children ages 5-12 for an optimal educational experience - multiple reviews highlight how tour guides excel at explaining animal facts and stories at kids' level, making it engaging and memorable for this age group.
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