For the adventure seeking big game hunter, there is always the wild experience of hunting trophy-sized Florida alligators during the late summer season.

On a hot, pleasant night, you and your Florida alligator hunting outfitter will navigate the warm lakes and rivers of  searching for red gator eyes with a powerful flashlight. Alligators are very active at night and you will carefully look over a number of them to find that one gator you’ve been looking for. You will actually be calling alligators into range as you search.

Once you find a big alligator that you like the looks of, it’s time to slip into bow range. Your arrow has a strong, barbed point designed to stay lodged under the skin. Attached to the tip is a braided line with a large float attached to the other end. Now get ready for a fight! You  (with your guides help if needed) will fight the alligator to the side of the boat and harpoon it with a much heavier line. It might take awhile to get the gator controlled, at which point a bang stick is used to finish it off. Florida alligator hunting may sound easy, but this is a large, prehistoric, dangerous predator. Most hunters prefer to use a bow or crossbow in hand at night on the bow of a custom alligator-hunting skiff.

Some of our past clients say this is the most exciting hunt they have ever been on! Are you ready?

  • Florida alligator hunting season is August through November. This is a great time to visit Florida.
  • If you don’t have a bow or crossbow, the outfitter will have gear for you to use.
  • There will be a very detailed orientation prior to your hunt so you know exactly what to do while all hell is breaking loose.
  • Success rates are nearly 100%.
  • We’ve been booking this hunt for years and our hunters rave about it.
  • Lodging is not included.
Outdoors International

At Outdoors International, we understand the importance of meticulous planning and seamless logistics for a successful and stress-free hunt. Our fully vetted outfitters will do their best to help take care of every detail, allowing you to focus on your adventure.

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A braided line from the tip is attached to a large float. Once hit, we fight the angry animal back to boat side and harpoon it to get a much heavier line attached.

Included:

  • Guiding
  • Transportation During Hunt
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Not Included:

  • Meals
  • Lodging
  • Travel to and from hunting area
  • License and Tags
  • Taxes
  • Shipping of trophy
  • Taxidermy
  • Trip Insurance
  • Tips for your guide. While not required, it is very much appreciated, and guides often depend on them as supplemental income. Learn how much to tip a hunting guide.

Booking Information

Please note that reservations are not considered finalized until agreed upon deposit is received. This ensures agreed upon dates and current pricing. Quality outfitters are in high demand so let us know right away, as some trips do book years in advance.