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What to do and see in Orlando, Florida (FL): The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
From the Magic Kingdom to magical spa treatments, Orlando sparkles with the promise of adventure. Spend a day exploring the world-famous Disney theme parks, giggling with the dolphins at SeaWorld, or screaming your head off on a Universal Studios roller coaster. For a less adrenaline-pumping afternoon, enjoy the quiet natural beauty of the Harry P. Leu Gardens, or enjoy a seaweed scrub at a luxury day spa. Savor fresh and local ingredients at one of Orlando’s James Beard-nominated restaurants.
Restaurants in Orlando
1. Exotic Animal Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 386 reviews
Exotic Animal Experience is a TOTALLY interactive, hands on experience with exotic animals including lemurs, kangaroos, muntjac deer, kinkajou, bush baby, wallaby, fainting goat, zebra and most recently, our ADORABLE sloths, Saki and Blossom, our precious baby camel Baby Girl. All visits are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, and only offered n the mornings. We offer group visits or private visits, please see our website for more details as far as current pricing and animals. Because of the extreme interaction we DO have an age restriction in place, and ask that you PLEASE visit the website for all details on the age restrictions and pricing. ALSO, please remember to call to schedule your visit before driving out without an appointment, visitation is strictly limited for the animals well being. Treat yourselves to a once in a lifetime experience like no other! Be prepared to fall in love many times over, as each animal will steal your heart with his/her silly antics and sweet personalities!
Reviewed By msmccuiston - Dallas, United States
Enjoy and up close experience with sheep, camel, sloths, kangaroos, lemurs, Muntjac deer and more. Leslie and her staff have GREAT care and concern for the well-being of the animals and it shows in their personal dedication. This is an opportunity that doesn't come often. And worth every $$$ to experience. My husband and I appreciate the personal experience we were given and LOVED the dogs. I wish everyone cared for animals the way Leslie and her staff do. The visit was quite a WONDERFUL experience. Thanks for a unforgettable experience.
2. Tibet-Butler Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By rachelbN748IC
Beautiful, 3.5 miles of well-maintained trails and boardwalks, perfect for a family outing. Follow part of the trail Hernando De Soto’s expedition traveled. The nature center is very nice and informative, with outdoor pens of rescued gopher tortoises.
3. Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By katebH8774TL - Ipswich, United Kingdom
We visited here last week and although it is a small place, it is definitely worth the $5 especially when you know it goes towards helping the rehabilitation of wildlife and other animals. If you venture out the back, there is a short walking trail where there is an observation area. We saw baby alligators, lots of different butterflies and various birds including eagles. If you are in the area, definitely check it out :)
4. Greenwood Urban Wetlands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By AdventureL0vers - Lake Mary, United States
A great place to stroll around the lake with beautiful trees, birds and elevations. The park is super dog friendly and even has a cute community garden and library. There is a cemetery and highway next to it, but it is a hidden gem with all the beautiful lake views not too far from downtown.
5. Lake Lizzie Nature Preserve
6. Split Oak Forest Mitigation Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By rachelbN748IC
Gorgeous hike through dry scrub, forest, and ponds. Lots of variety, and very clearly marked trails. There is a map at the entrance. If you’re up for a longer hike, you can enter Moss Park directly from the the NE corner.
7. Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area
8. Hal Scott Preserve
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By rachelbN748IC
Hike miles of beautiful, well-marked trails through Florida pine scrublands. Trails are in full sun, so plan accordingly.
9. Gator Golf And Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 368 reviews
