Gatorland Florida- the oldest theme park in Florida will not disappoint. If you’re looking to getaway from the disney scene this is a great outing especially for the kids. There is hundreds of gators, and an array of other animals including birds, parrots, turtles, snakes, and barnyard animals. The park has a good assortment of interactive activities for adults and toddlers including gator feeding, bird enclosure feeding, petting zoo, train ride, off road buggy trip, swamp walking trails, photo opportunities with live animals and zip lining over gators. There were several spots to get food including a full service restaurant on site. Unfortunately the splash pad was closed but they were actively working on renovating it. There is a shaded play structure area for the little ones with lots of seating nearby. No outside food or drink was allowed in the park. The park offers a military discount for both American and Canadian service members. You will find a large well stocked gift shop at the end of the park. The location was easy to get to, lots of free parking, in which security actively patrols and the crowds were reasonable, usually never having to wait to do any of the activities. Staff were great and very friendly overall a great outing for the price. Recommended Florida Visit.
So much fun. I wish I would have planned better. This place has grown!!! We thought it would be an hour or 2 but we were there for at least 3 and hadn't seen everything. The Bird room is amazing. Feeding the gators is a little gross if your squeamish but it's cool to say you have done it. And to walk out into the lake there are over 100 HUGE gators. It was definitely an experience. I can't wait to go again.
Had a great time, I thought it might be a little cheesy but it was a pretty cool place. The kids really enjoyed the day there. The shows were fun and interesting. We took the swamp buggy ride which was fun. The guide was very entertaining. We rode the train which was also a lot of fun. It was a pretty hot day but it seemed like there were fans everywhere to help keep you cool.
Gatorland is a relatively small park that is is to navigate.
Get your schedule for the shows and accommodate yourself accordingly by
arriving early to each show, as seats fill up rather quickly, especially the shaded ones! All shows were amazing, I wouldn’t miss any of them.
*The park is easily accessibly by wheelchair.
I recommend wearing sneakers, lots of sand and uneven walkways.
The restrooms could use and upgrade!
The train was three dollars each, tickets were good for the entire day with unlimited rides.
The kiddie park is pretty cool and can entertain a child for hours.
The petting soon had quit a few very friendly animals and is an adventure that will be excite every age.
The Swamp Buggy ride is a bit intense, if you have some physical limitations, I’d pass on this one.
Zipline was about 99 minutes-long, you must make reservations prior for both.
Dinning in the park was fairly inexpensive and pretty decent food for Park food with portions of surely fill you up.
Sunscreen, a hat, and maybe even a spray water bottle will surely make your experience a lot more comfortable.
The is the first time visit with kids. They had a great time. Place has more than just gators. Feeding the gators, very educational, reasonable prices, free parking, train ride for the family which goes around showing all the attractions and swamp. Excellent place to spend a few hours with the kids. Lots of walking and outdoor activities. You can see snakes, parrots, turtles, etc. It was a great very first time here.