By Roger Jimenez
Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine State just an hour away from Orlando, Kissimmee’s Wild Safari Park awaits adventurers seeking an unforgettable wildlife experience. Pack up the family and step into the untamed realm of the Everglades, where the beauty of nature and the thrill of close encounters with exotic animals converge to make incredible memories.
Hours: Monday - Saturday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Drive-Thru Safari
(Florida Resident discount: $24 per adult / $19 per child)
Ticket includes admission to Gator Park
Get ready to witness nature's majesty from the comfort of your car as you navigate the mesmerizing drive-thru safari, where you become a part of the wild and see all of nature's wonders firsthand. Cruise across 4 miles and 170 acres of beautiful landscapes that are home to over 150 different animals that roam just an arm’s length away from you, including giraffes, zebra, bison, and many more! Also, don’t miss your chance to feed a giraffe for just $5 when you’re done with the drive.
Images by Roger Jimenez
The Gator Park
(Florida Resident discount: $8 per adult / $6 per child)
Annual Pass: $35 per person
For those looking to get to know animals from an even closer distance, the gator park is the ultimate destination. Exhibiting over 200 extra animals, the exotic sights don’t just end at the safari. Kids and adults can enjoy a petting zoo, gator feedings, and even an aviary where you can feed birds for just $2 while they perch themselves on top of you! Every hour, the park also hosts impressive shows that showcase some of their most exciting animals, such as the live gator feedings or the exotic animals show.
Airboat Tours
One of the biggest highlights of this exploration theme park are their sunny airboat rides, the perfect summer fun for every family! For just $35 a person, adults and children can go on a half-hour airboat adventure through the grand marshes of the Everglades. The park also offers hour-long airboat rides, private airboat rides, and even private nighttime airboat rides, opening up a variety of experiences for any nature lover out there.
Unique Entertainment
Wild Safari Park also offers a number of one-of-a-kind experiences for anyone looking to do something a little more special. For just $45, guests can elevate their day with a unique and personal encounter with their choice of a sloth, a capybara, an albino gator, and many other animals to choose from! On the premium end, visitors could even have a painting session with a giraffe, or have lunch alongside a gator!
Packages
If you’re looking to experience everything that the park has to offer, paying for everything individually would rack up a pretty penny! That’s why the park has come up with a few different packages to choose from to make sure anyone willing to see everything can do so. Here are the best ways to guarantee you see it all:
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Half Day Package (1 hour airboat ride, Gator Park admission, lunch with gator): $90 per adult / $76 per child
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VIP Safari Tour (1 hour private safari, giraffe feeding, Gator Park admission, gator encounter, lunch): $175 per person
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Ultimate Adventure Package (4 unique animal encounters, 1 hour airboat ride, safari drive): $245 per person
Images by Wild Florida
Overall
With its diverse array of exotic creatures and a commitment to conservation, Wild Safari Park stands as a beautiful testament to our shared responsibility to protect and cherish our planet's remarkable wildlife. Whether it's the awe-inspiring drive-thru encounters, the captivating wildlife shows, or the opportunity to get up close and personal with majestic creatures, Wild Safari Park can provide an unrivaled experience that will leave you with a renewed love for the wild and a yearning to return.
Kissimmee
Wild Florida is technically located in Kenansville, which is a remote area just south of Kissimmee/St Cloud. If you travel just 15-30 minutes north, Kissimmee holds an unfathomable amount of natural beauty and outdoor adventure. Just a few minutes away from I-Drive, Disney World, and Universal Studios, this enchanting city invites visitors to lose themselves in its world of shopping, tourism, and pristine landscapes. Many families have found their perfect homes here and we'd love to help you find yours too!
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