{"id":4174,"date":"2026-07-11T14:45:38","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T14:45:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopbuild.gatorama.com\/?page_id=4174"},"modified":"2026-07-12T00:15:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T00:15:07","slug":"school-education-visits","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shopbuild.gatorama.com\/index.php\/school-education-visits\/","title":{"rendered":"School & Education Visits"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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School Field Trips & Educational Visits<\/span><\/h3>

Give your students an unforgettable, out-of-the-classroom experience! From preschool through high school, Gatorama provides hands-on educational programs that help kids “Play Wild” while cultivating a deep understanding of the natural world.<\/span><\/p>

Led by highly trained zoo education instructors, our programs are designed to inspire conservation, build confidence, and make even the most unsure student feel comfortable in the wild.<\/span><\/p>

Field Trip Admission & Add-On Experiences<\/span><\/h3>

We offer special discounted rates for educational groups. A\u00a0<\/span>minimum of 20 students<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0is required to qualify for our specialized educational pricing.<\/span><\/p>
Program\/Admission Type<\/span><\/th>Description<\/span><\/th>Cost Per Person<\/span><\/th><\/tr>
Base Student Admission<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Includes full park admission, self-guided wildlife boardwalk tour, and daily live alligator and crocodile feeding shows.<\/span><\/td>$12.00 per student<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Teacher & Chaperone Admission<\/span><\/strong><\/td>One FREE chaperone is allotted for every 10 students. Extra adults pay this discounted rate.<\/span><\/td>$20.00 per adult<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Uncle Wader’s Catch-a-Gator Pond<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Add-on: Students build confidence wading with and safely holding juvenile alligators.<\/span><\/td>+$10.00 per student<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Tortoise or Python Encounter<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Add-on: An intimate, hands-on educational session with our giant tortoises or native\/exotic snakes.<\/span><\/td>+$10.00 per student<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Swamp Mining Experience<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Add-on: An educational, hands-on mining experience exploring fossils and gems.<\/span><\/td>+$10.00 per student<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Snappy Meal Lunch<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Add-on: Hassle-free student lunches prepared and ready for your group’s lunch break.<\/span><\/td>+$10.00 per student<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

Safety, Chaperone, & Park Rules<\/h3><\/div>

To ensure a safe and incredible day of learning for everyone, please review our field trip guidelines before your visit.<\/span><\/p>
Guideline<\/span><\/th>Requirement & Detail<\/span><\/th><\/tr>
Group Size Minimum<\/span><\/strong><\/td>A minimum of 20 students is required to book a school group package.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Chaperone Ratio<\/span><\/strong><\/td>We request a 1:12 chaperone-to-student ratio (though we credit 1 free adult for every 10 paid students).<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Chaperone Duty<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Chaperones must stay with their assigned student groups at all times and help maintain student behavior.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Student Participation<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Our instructors are highly trained. While we encourage students to step out of their comfort zones, we never force participation.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Unregistered Family Members<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Family members who do not pre-pay directly with the school must pay regular admission at the gate on the day of the visit.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

The 3-Step Booking Process<\/h3><\/div>

Planning your field trip to Gatorama is quick and easy. Follow these steps to secure your date:<\/span><\/p>
Step<\/span><\/th>Action Required<\/span><\/th>Details & Contact<\/span><\/th><\/tr>
Step 1: Pick Your Dates<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Select three preferred calendar dates for your visit. Determine your student count and estimated arrival\/departure times.<\/span><\/td>Email our Education Coordinator<\/a> <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>with “FIELD TRIP” in the subject line to check date availability.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Step 2: Submit the Paperwork<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Download and fill out our Field Trip Reservation Form, get school approval, and submit it back to us.<\/span><\/td>\u00a0Submit the Online Education Inquiry Form<\/span> directly on this page.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Step 3: Receive Confirmation<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Wait for our official confirmation email.<\/span><\/td>Once received, your date is locked in! Simply coordinate your bus transportation and prepare to Play Wild!<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

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Pre-Visit Lesson Plan Ideas<\/span><\/h3>

Prepare your students for their Everglades adventure! Here are several key topics to discuss in class before arriving at the park:<\/span><\/p>
Topic<\/span><\/th>Class Discussion & Learning Objectives<\/span><\/th><\/tr>
Alligator vs. Crocodile<\/span><\/strong><\/td>How can you tell the difference? Discuss physical snout shape, tooth placement, and salt-tolerance differences.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Prehistoric Evolution<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Alligators and crocodiles are living fossils. How long have they existed, and what adaptations have allowed them to survive?<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
The Everglades Ecosystem<\/span><\/strong><\/td>What unique habitats do these creatures live in, and why is conserving the Florida Everglades vital for biodiversity?<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Conservation Success<\/span><\/strong><\/td>Explore how active conservation and modern wildlife regulations successfully brought the American Alligator back from the brink of extinction.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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