Jungle Adventures, A Real Florida Animal Park — Attraction in Titusville

Wow! Never seen so many gators in one place at a time! They have small to large gators, monkeys, snapping turtles, emus, raccoon, a bear, a wolf, lynx, turtles, etc! I loved our family experience as we drove into Orlando for a day. It is about 25 miles away from the city, but worth a drive! They have a nice little gift shop and picnic area inside in the AC. It’s a better deal to buy your tickets in advance online as they offered a discount a few dollars per ticket. Some of the gators during the feed had names which is cute. The black bear came out and ate apples, which is a must see if you have any kids. He knows how to sit! Also we were able to pet a 2 year old gator, a ball python, and a red foot tortoise during the show. The Native American showing was alright, it’s just SPIDER WEBS up above and spider eggs due to it being outside. It needs a clean up!! There’s kids and families sit through the presentation. I was afraid of sitting under it, but had no choice. The person at the gift shop seemed busy but there’s stuff you can purchase like a gator skull.

Some things you should know is it’s HOT outside. Mosquitos and ants will bother you, so prepare your attire. And the smell is not for those who can’t handle a bit of stank sour odor. The gators didn’t jump as high or not many of them did (maybe like 5 total) One of the gators had a bite on the side of its tummy, and small fishes were slowly picking at its meat if you can see on one of my photos. The black bear looks like it needs to be fed just a bit more. Poor things! But other than that we liked the viewings. There’s places where you can buy food for some animals and feed them.

Other than that, I like it here. I like the knowledgeable staff and the hand sanitizers places everywhere around. There’s bridges where you can walk over the lakes and see for a closer look. It’s a great way to know what kind of animals Florida has and...

Disappointing Experience at Alligator Zoo:

Our recent visit to the alligator zoo left me with a heavy heart and a lighter wallet. The primary attraction, the alligators, were indeed present, but the experience was overshadowed by several concerning aspects.

Firstly, the ticket prices felt disproportionately high compared to the value offered. While it's understandable that wildlife attractions need to charge for upkeep and care, the cost here didn't seem to match the experience.

More distressingly, the conditions of the non-alligator animals raised serious concerns. The Florida panther and lynx exhibited behaviors suggesting distress, such as constant pacing. Their enclosures, lacking in space and enrichment activities (a few children's plastic toys such as a plastic rocking horse and other non applicable toys), were a far cry from their natural habitats. Similarly, the state of the (single) monkey was particularly upsetting, appearing psychologically affected by its environment.

While we understand that caring for wild animals is a complex and challenging task, the welfare of these creatures should be paramount. The use of basic, unstimulating toys and the limited space provided to them does not seem to meet even basic standards of animal care.

In conclusion, while I had hoped for an educational and enjoyable visit, I was left feeling that the welfare of the animals and the value for visitors were not given the attention they deserve. I would avoid this place at all costs in hopes that they will be shut down due to...

Jungles Adventures, which I have visited periodically over the years. Unfortunately, my most recent visit has left me deeply unsettled. Upon arrival, I noticed that several of the turtles were housed with little to no water in their enclosures. Each time one attempted to move, the sound of its shell hitting the concrete floor was both distressing and concerning. Additionally, the living conditions for the Canada Lynx and Florida Panther were troubling. Both animals are housed in exceedingly small enclosures, and the Lynx in particular appeared visibly depressed, while the Panther exhibited signs of distress and agitation. The alligator exhibit, where visitors are encouraged to feed the animals using hotdogs and fishing poles, raised further concerns. The alligators are confined to a cramped space where they appear to be constantly piled on top of one another, lacking adequate room to move freely. What is most concerning to me is the disparity between the rising admission prices and the deteriorating state of the facility. I have observed no signs of renovation or improvement in the exhibits, and the overall conditions are not reflective of the standards one would expect, especially considering the financial investment that visitors make. This situation raises serious questions about the management and care of the animals. It is my belief that the facility requires new leadership—one that prioritizes the welfare of the animals and reinvests resources into improving the facility, rather than allowing it to...