10 Things to Do in Spanish Fort That You Shouldn't Miss

At Mobile’s Battleship Memorial Park, you don’t have to look very far to find heroes. From the Battleship USS ALABAMA to the Submarine USS DRUM and over 25 aircraft, the spirit of military pride is alive and well.Aboard the battleship you will be able to explore 12 decks. Among those, you can climb inside gun turrets, get locked in the Brig, man a 12mm gun and much more.Also at the park, you will be able to go below and explore inside the oldest Submarine on display, Submarine USS DRUM. In the Medal of Honor Aircraft Pavilion as well as in the park, you will be able to view many rare and historic aircraft. A few in our collection include: A-12 Blackbird Spy Plane, OS2U Kingfisher, F-86L Sabre Jet, B-52 Bomber, just to name a few. While in the pavilion, don’t forget to take a ride on the Flight Simulator and experience flight without ever leaving the ground. It’s an unforgettable experience for the entire family. All tours are self guided. Allow approx. 2.5 hours.

In 2004, Delta Safaris Australian born founder discovered the Mobile-Tensaw Delta in Alabama and fell in love with the the serenity and mystical draw the delta holds to all who spend time with her. He had been searching the world for an untouched wilderness to launch an adventure tour business for a decade, and the Delta answered the call. It was 2007 before the dream became a reality with the birth of Five Rivers Delta Safaris, offering delta eco tours and related services, located at Alabama State Lands newly built Five Rivers Delta Resource Center. Six years later, Delta Safaris is proud to have brought the delta into the hearts and minds of nearly 100,000 guests, creating lasting memories for locals and international travelers alike. Delta Safaris - "Live the WildLife": Delta Safaris has matured into a nationally acclaimed tour operator, with tour and outfitter services in both Alabama and Texas. Delta Safaris offerings focus on fun, educational and completely immersive experiences, including: - Wildlife eco boat tours in Alabama's Mobile-Tensaw Delta. - Guided activities including canoe / kayak and hiking explorationS of THE Mobile-Tensaw Delta. - Fully customizable group adventure and expedition programs - Full Service Safari and camping expedition design and support in Alabama. - Scout focused activities in Alabama. - Festivals and events throughout the year. - Shopping for souvenirs online and in our Bartram Landing store, Alabama. Delta Safaris increasingly has become the go to source for delta exploration, as America's "next eco hot spot" is slowly discovered by the world. We are proud to increasingly provide a support system for families, groups and friends looking to spend quality time outdoors. Delta Safaris is honored to have been recognized for our services and featured on the CW's National Morning Show, in National Geographic - Adventure Magazine, Southern Living Magazine, various state and local newspapers, parental magazines and in multiple adventure and travel related blogs. This is thanks to the dedication of our whole team, and the love we all feel for the outdoors and for introducing our guests to its wonders. We encourage you to discover and expand upon your own passions today, and see why we are so proud of the services we offer and the locations we share.

Where the Mobile, Spanish, Tensaw, Apalachee and Blakeley rivers flow into Mobile Bay stands an incredible facility for outdoor recreation, conservation and land stewardship in Alabama: 5 Rivers. It's the ultimate place to begin your adventure into over 250,000 acres of scenic waterways, woods and wetlands. Or, simply soak up the natural beauty and history of the region with plenty to do and see at the facility itself.