Flamingo Gardens, Fort Lauderdale

If you’ve always dreamed of getting up-close to Florida’s wildlife, now’s your chance. At Flamingo Gardens, in Fort Lauderdale, you’ll get to see Florida’s largest collection of native animals – from scary alligators to cheeky bobcats and pink flamingos. Make your way through the Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, stopping off at Alligator Lagoon, Black Bear Habitat, and Turtle Walk along the way. You can even meet Josh, the big black bear club with the park’s one-of-a-kind VIP animal experience.

After you’ve filled your camera with selfies of you and your favourite animals, why not explore over 3000 other species in the Wray Botanical Collection? Alongside a range of beautiful flowers and plants, you’ll also spot butterflies and hummingbirds that have made their own way to this very special sanctuary.

The Tram Tours, which depart every 30 minutes, allow you to see Florida from yet another perspective as you trawl through 42 remote acres at Flamingo Gardens. Offering unique access to the last original jungle growth in South Florida, you’ll discover wildlife and rare plants aplenty as you venture out onto the Wetlands Walkway.