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Ready to unleash your inner animal?

Hangout and snap a “slothie” with one of our two-toed sloths during a sloth encounter. Take a look at our animal encounters’ prices and experience descriptions below to see which one of our animal experiences sounds perfect for you and your family. Keep in mind that all of our animal encounters include admission to our Gator Park, meaning… the adventure doesn’t stop after your animal encounter ends!

You can book animal encounter tickets by clicking the book now below. If you would like to book over the phone, please call 407-957-3135. We are available to make reservations Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can also email reservations@wildfl.com to coordinate your Wild Florida adventure.

Have any questions about what to expect during your animal encounter or how we’re different from other Florida animal encounters? Check out our FAQ page to see if we can answer your specific animal encounters question there. If not, feel free to send us a message on our Facebook page!

***No Pets Allowed.*** See FAQ page for service animal exceptions.

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Sloth Encounter

$45 Per Person – Ages 8 and up.

Calling all sloth lovers! If you’ve ever wanted to snap the perfect slothie, feel the soft fur of a real sloth or even feed one, this is your chance!

Step inside our South America exhibit for an unforgettable up-close encounter with our two-toed sloths. As you hang out with these slow-moving, adorable creatures, don’t be surprised if a few colorful tropical birds or iguanas make an appearance in the background of your selfies!

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late. Sloth encounters are limited to only 10 guests per encounter time.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The Sloth Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

VIP sloth experience

$230 Per Person – Ages 8 and up.

Ever dreamed of holding a sloth? Now’s your chance! Wild Florida offers a truly one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience where you can hold, feed and interact with one of our adorable two-toed sloths! During this VIP Sloth Experience, you’ll step inside our South America exhibit alongside one of our expert animal trainers for an unforgettable up-close encounter.

This exclusive experience is limited to only four guests per day, making it a rare and unforgettable opportunity for any sloth lover!

Available Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 9 a.m., this shared encounter runs approximately 30 minutes.

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The VIP Sloth Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

VIP Safari Tour

$175 Per Person –  Ages 12 and up, 4 guests per booking.

Go behind the scenes on a truly wild experience you won’t find anywhere else! Our exclusive VIP Safari Tour takes you up close with some of our most iconic residents.

  • Feed Leroy, Our Giraffe – Start your journey with a special interactive feeding experience with Wild Florida’s tallest resident, Leroy! 
  • Drive-thru Safari Tour  – Buckle up for a 60-75 minute guided tour through our expansive Drive-thru Safari, where you'll spot zebras, bison, antelope and more exotic animals roaming freely across the Florida wilderness.
  • Meet Fluffy – Get up close and hands-on with Fluffy at Wild Florida’s Gator Park! Touch and hold this beloved alligator for an unforgettable encounter with one of Florida’s most iconic reptiles!
  • Alligator Feeding Experience – Get hands-on and feed the alligators in our Gator Pond.
  • Lunch & Signature Slushy at Chomp House Grill – Wrap up your adventure with a delicious meal from our select menu at Chomp House Grill, complete with one of our refreshing signature slushies.

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

Larger parties can be accommodated, call our Reservations Department for more information.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The VIP Safari Tour includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

Giraffe Painting Experience

$145 Per Person – Ages 3 and up.

Unleash your creativity with one of Wild Florida’s most unique animal encounters — painting alongside a giraffe!

Here's what your experience includes:

  • Paint with a Reticulated Giraffe – You'll be provided with a blank canvas and paint to create art with a giraffe on our giraffe feeding platform. Watch as your long-necked partner adds their own artistic touch!
  • Feed & Interact – Enhance your experience with giraffe feed, allowing for even more hands-on engagement as you touch and feed these incredible animals.
  • Support Conservation – A portion of your ticket price goes directly to the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, helping protect and preserve giraffe populations in the wild.
  • Exclusive & Intimate – This limited experience is available for only three guests per encounter, ensuring a personal and unforgettable adventure.

Reservations are required. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The Giraffe Painting Experience includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

Gator Feeding Encounter

$15 Per Person – Ages 12 and up.

Go behind the scenes of our Gator Feeding Show for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience with Wild Florida’s biggest and hungriest residents!

Here's what your encounter includes:

  • Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access – Join one of our animal educators for an insider look at how we feed and care for dozens of massive alligators.
  • Feed the Gators – You’ll have the thrilling opportunity to feed our hungry gators up close as they snap up their next meal.
  • Play "Come Get the Chicken” – Lure monster-sized alligators onto dry land using a feed pole, and watch as they leap and chomp right before your eyes!

A must-do for thrill seekers and gator enthusiasts alike!

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The Gator Feeding Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

Last Chance!

ALBINO GATOR TRAINING ENCOUNTER

$45 Per Person – Ages 16 and up.

Our albino gators will be moving to their new home at Wild Florida starting March 1, so be sure to experience this encounter before the end of February!

Step into the extraordinary world of albino alligators with this once-in-a-lifetime experience! With fewer than 20 albino alligators in the world, this is your chance to go behind the scenes and interact with these rare, stunning reptiles.

Here's what your exclusive encounter includes:

  • Enter the Albino Alligator Exhibit – Get an up-close look at these incredibly rare alligators in their specially designed habitat.
  • Act as a Trainer – Work alongside one of our expert Croc Squad and learn how to use verbal cues to interact with these mesmerizing creatures.
  • Feed & Reward – Put your new skills to the test and reward the alligators with their favorite snack as part of their daily enrichment program.

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The Albino Gator Training Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

VIP REPTILE ENCOUNTER

$119 Per Person – Ages 16 and up, limited to 4 people.

Get up close with some of Wild Florida’s most fascinating reptiles in this exclusive VIP Reptile Encounter! From gentle giants to powerful predators, this hands-on adventure is perfect for reptile enthusiasts of all ages.

Here’s what your experience includes:

  • Meet Bruce, the Rhino Iguana – Start your journey by interacting with Bruce, our affectionate Rhino Iguana.
  • Visit the Galápagos Tortoises – Encounter some of the world’s oldest reptiles and discover the fascinating history behind these slow-moving giants.
  • Exclusive Access to the Venomous Snake Room – Enter a space few get to see and safely get up close with our collection of venomous snakes, guided by expert handlers.
  • Meet Crusher, Our Largest Alligator – Wrap up your experience with an up-close look at Crusher, our 1,000-pound American Alligator.

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

Admission to the Gator Park, albino alligator, and Crusher encounter is included. Please note that lunch is not included.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The VIP Reptile Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

AFRICAN CRESTED PORCUPINE ENCOUNTER

$45 Per Person – Ages 8 and up can participate.

Think porcupines are prickly? Think again! Come meet our super sweet African crested porcupines and discover just how adorable and affectionate these unique rodents can be!

  • Meet & Greet – Get up close and personal with our porcupines and learn fun facts—like how they don’t actually shoot their quills!
  • Pet & Scratch – Yes, you read that right! These porcupines love armpit scratches, and you’ll get the chance to give them some love during your visit.
  • Feed Their Favorite Treats – Watch as they munch away on some of their favorite snacks right from your hand.

Perfect for animal lovers of all ages, this hands-on encounter lets you interact with one of Wild Florida’s most fascinating and lovable residents!

Reservations are required. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The African Crested Porcupine Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

RING-TAILED LEMUR ENCOUNTER

$45 Per Person – Ages 12 and up.

Step inside our spacious lemur exhibit with one of the world’s most endangered and charismatic primates—the ring-tailed lemur!

Here’s what your animal encounter includes:

  • Meet & Greet – Get up close and personal with these playful, highly social primates.
  • Hands-On Interaction – Watch as they jump, climb, and explore around you, making for unforgettable moments.
  • Learn About Conservation – Discover what makes these Madagascar natives so unique and how you can help protect their species in the wild.

With their bright eyes and playful personalities, these lemurs are guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

Reservations are required. Lemur encounters are limited to only six guests per encounter time. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The Ring-Tailed Lemur Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER

$45 Per Person – Ages 8 and up.

Come meet Wild Florida’s capybaras and experience their sweet, social nature for yourself! These curious and social animals are sure to steal your heart with their friendly personalities and adorable squeaks.

Here’s what your encounter includes:

  • Hand-Feed the Capys – Offer them some of their favorite snacks and watch as they gently nibble right from your hand.
  • Up-Close Interaction – Spend time petting and bonding with these gentle, easygoing creatures.
  • Listen to Their "Chatty" Conversations – Our capybaras are very vocal, so keep an ear out for their adorable whistles and squeaks!

Reservations are required. Capybara encounters are limited to only eight guests per encounter time. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.

*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.

*The Capybara Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.

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