Local Attractions
Butterfly World
| Opening day was March 28, 1988, with Butterfly World encompassing 3 acres of butterfly aviaries, botanical gardens and the working butterfly farm and research center that Boender had worked years to establish. In the years that have followed, the park has expanded to include the 2 additional aviaries for a rainbow of birds and hummingbirds, an interactive lorikeet encounter, as well as a skilled aviculture care and research staff to support these endeavors. | |
| Phone: | 1 954-977-4434 |
Lion Country Safari
| World Famous Lion Country Safari African Adventure | |
| Phone: | 1 561-793-1084 |
Jungle Island
| Experience South Florida`s most unique Animal Encounter | |
| Phone: | 1 305-400-7000 |
Billie Swamp Safari
| Welcome to Billie Swamp Safari on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation. We invite you to explore 2,200 acres of untamed Florida Everglades preserved in its pristine state by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Enjoy and experience the wonders of nature on your next family vacation. | |
| Phone: | 1 863-983-6101 |
Everglades Holiday Park
| Welcome to Everglades Holiday Park! Climb aboard one of our state-of-the-art vessels for unforgettable airboat rides, then take in a live alligator presentation featuring the Gator Boys Alligator Rescue in our world famous Gator Pit! | |
| Phone: | 1 954-434-8111 |
Everglades Day Safari
| The Everglades Day Safari offers an in-depth, naturalist-guided day trip into the majestic Everglades! | |
| Phone: | 1 239-472-1559 |
Quiet Waters Park
| Water is the focus of this 431.4-acre park, which includes the Splash Adventure water park, Ski Rixen USA cable water-skiing, a marina with boats for rent, and several lakes for fishing. For recreation on dry land, the park features Bike America bicycle rentals, mountain bike trails, basketball courts, and a campground with platform tents and tepees. The park is also home to the Renaissance Festival, one of South Florida`s most popular annual festivals. | |
| Phone: | 1 954-357-5100 |