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Step into the Untamed Heart of the Glades

Welcome to Gatorama, where the legend of Old Florida comes to life along rustic boardwalks winding through real cypress swamps. Your paid general admission is a golden ticket to explore a wild world hidden deep in the Glades, where prehistoric giants rule the waterways and rare, exotic creatures dwell beneath the canopy.

Feel the ancient moss beneath your feet (spiritually, at least!) as you embark on a self-guided eco-adventure. This isn’t a theme park—this is the real, raw heart of the swamp, preserved and teeming with life.

Explore at Your Own Pace (Free with General Admission!)

Your journey through the Glades is packed with incredible wildlife viewings included entirely in your park entry. Be sure to explore these legendary habitats:

Marvel at our collection of the rarest crocodilians on earth. This shimmering, color-shifting exhibit is the legendary home of Po, our incredibly rare Piebald (Pied) American Alligator. Stand face-to-face with breathtaking albinopiebald, and leucistic alligators, whose beautiful, ghostly scales remind us how truly magical and mysterious the natural world can be.

Wander down the boardwalk to our historic, deep-water habitat designed to mirror the natural “alligator holes” found deep within the primitive Everglades. This shaded cypress oasis is home to some of our massive founding alligators (some arriving in the late 1950s!). It’s the perfect spot to observe these apex predators basking, swimming, and thriving in their authentic, unedited habitat.

Cross the bridge and gaze into the domain of the absolute king of the front ponds. This exhibit is the home of Goliath, our legendary, dominant 15-foot American Crocodile who has been a park favorite since 1968. Standing just feet away from one of the largest crocodiles in the United States is a breathtaking reminder of nature’s awesome power.

Get ready for some serious “aww” moments at our Fennec Family Den. These incredibly cute, big-eared desert dwellers may be tiny, but they are full of high-energy curiosity. Watch our bonded pair, Sahara and Sparky, navigate their sandy habitat and interact with their favorite toys.

Swoopy Palm Play Area
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The Aviary
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Kunekune Country
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Shells & Sidekicks
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Bobcat Outpost
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Kinkajou Crossing*
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Capybara Commons*
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Fennec Family Den*
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Nuisance Alligator Pod*
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Baby Gator Pod *
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Pythons of the Glades*
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Cuban Wetlands*
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Nile Expedition*
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Instagram Famous: Salty
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Expedition: Orinoco*
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The Ol’ Gator Hole *
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Power Up Your Swamp Adventure!

Want to make your day in the Glades truly unforgettable? We offer several thrilling add-on experiences that get you even closer to the action! These require an additional fee (which must be paid in the main Gift Shop upon arrival) and offer unique, hands-on interactions you won’t find anywhere else:

  • Uncle Wader’s Catch-a-Gator Pond: Kick off your shoes, roll up your sleeves, and climb into an ankle-deep pool of baby gators. Our experienced keepers teach you how to safely catch and hold a juvenile alligator for an unbeatable (and totally safe) photo opportunity!

  • Tortoise Encounter: Step inside the habitat and meet Dozer, our massive and extremely friendly African Spurred Tortoise. Get up close, scratch his shell, and help our keepers feed him his favorite veggie treats!

  • The Python Encounter: Visit Python Cove to meet Bleu, our gentle, sweet-tempered Ball Python. Drape him over your shoulders or gently hold him for an incredible photo and serious bragging rights.

Note: All add-on experiences are subject to availability, staffing, and weather conditions. Please inquire at the gate when you arrive.