![]() ![]() ![]() Others, such as the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, have little trains that take you on safari-style tours through the zoo, giving you a chance to both rest and get new and interesting vantage points to view the animals. Some zoos, such as Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, have dark, cave-like tunnels guests can enter and watch manatees floating through their habitat and eating lettuce in underwater viewing areas. Or, visit one of the air-conditioned indoor exhibits for reptiles, insects and underwater creatures. One hot days, several Florida zoos have water misters throughout the grounds for both animals and humans, and some have cool-down zones that include splash pools and sprinkler water parks. ![]() And many have petting zoos, perfect for little ones who like to put their hands on fuzzy goats, ponies, pigs and other tame and kid-friendly animals. Some zoos offer its guests guided kayak tours that bring you as close as possible to native birds, plants and fish without having to venture into the wild on your own. Look for posted feeding times and daily educational programs to get more out of your visit, and be sure to stop by the various touch pools filled with stingrays, small sharks and other water life. Most have wildlife conservation components that are both educational and effective in protecting threatened and endangered animals around the world, and all offer shows, field trips visits and other hands-on events. Zoos in Florida are truly interactive experiences, filled with fun encounters with native species, such as manatees and alligators, as well as not-native animals such as giraffes, elephants, penguins and zebras. One great way to take advantage of Florida’s beautiful weather is by spending a day at one of the state’s many globally recognized and accredited zoos and wildlife sanctuaries. ![]()
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