Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens

If you are in the Naples, Florida area, you definitely will want to go visit the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens. It is a beautiful lush tropical zoo to walk through. It is marvelous to see all the animals in the zoo so close up. It truly is one of the best entertainment spots to see in Naples. There are lots to see and do at the Naples Zoo.

About

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is located at 1590 Goodlette Road in Naples, Florida. You can contact them for more information by calling at (239) 262-5409. You can also contact them by going online to their website at www.napleszoo.org. Naples Zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. almost year round except for Thanksgiving and Christmas day. However, they stop selling tickets to the zoo at 4 p.m.

Tickets

Tickets for entrance to the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens have various prices. General admission for ages 13 and up at $16.95. Children ages 3 - 12 are $11.95. If you plan to visit more than once you might want to get an annual membership. An individual membership for an adult is $29.95. A family membership costs $139.95.

Animals

There are many varieties of animals to see at the Naples Zoo. There are black bears to see, and also there are tigers and lions to look at. It was fun to observe the zebras in their habitat. There are many kinds of reptiles, birds, butterflies, and mammals to see. The best part of Naples Zoo is how close you can get up to the animals. It feels like you can just reach out your hand and touch them. It truly is amazing.

Gardens

The botanical gardens at Naples Zoo are breath taking. You truly feel like you are in a tropical spot of Florida. The stunning flowers and palm trees make you feel like you are experiencing the most tropical place ever. The gardens have been there since 1919. Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is by far one of the most beautiful zoos in the country. The beauty will astonish you.

Cruise

One of the highlights of the Naples Zoo is the opportunity to take a guided cruise on a boat to tour islands with animals on them. It is nice and relaxing. They have two boats usually running at a time so the wait on line is not that long. The boat takes you to the mini-islands which have apes, monkeys, and lemurs on them. It is a great picture taking opportunity.

Exhibits and Shows

The Naples Zoo has many different exhibits and shows to see daily. There are professional animal keepers to explain more about the animals that live at the Naples Zoo. You can watch alligators get hand fed. Another opportunity is to go see the Snake Sunbathing Exhibit. That is right across the cruise boats. Make sure to check the schedule of the day so you do not miss any daily shows.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens:
1590 Goodlette Road
Naples, Florida 34102
(239) 262-5409
www.napleszoo.org