Orlando: Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari & Gator Park Entry

Summary

Drive your own car past zebras bison giraffes and wild Florida sights

You’ll cruise your own car through Wild Florida’s drive-thru safari near Orlando, spotting zebras, bison, and even feeding giraffes by hand. With Gator Park admission included, you’ll meet rescued alligators up close and wander among over 150 animals. Expect laughter, surprises—and maybe a giraffe selfie you’ll never delete.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect the wildebeest to stare back at me with that much attitude. We’d just rolled down the window for a better look (yes, AC off—big mistake, it was humid as soup), and suddenly there’s this zebra practically posing in front of our bumper. The gravel crunched under our tires while my nephew kept shouting animal names he probably made up. There’s something weirdly thrilling about seeing a watusi’s horns from your own car window—so close you almost want to reach out, but obviously don’t.

The drive-thru safari park outside Orlando surprised me with how open everything felt. Our guide at the gate—a guy named Marcus who had a sunburned nose and a slow Southern drawl—gave us a map and warned us not to feed anything except at the giraffe stop. “They’ll try to charm you,” he grinned, “but trust me, only the giraffes get snacks.” He wasn’t kidding; those giraffes are absolute pros at looking hungry. When we stopped to hand-feed them (lettuce is apparently their favorite), I swear one of them winked at my sister. The smell of hay mixed with Florida heat is still stuck in my shirt.

After the safari loop, we wandered into the Gator Park—entry was included, which felt like a bonus round. There’s this big pond where they keep alligators that got too nosy in people’s backyards (the ranger called them “nuisance gators”—I guess everyone needs a second chance). Watching them float by so quietly gave me goosebumps. Kids were running around pointing at turtles and parrots; it was loud but sort of joyful chaos. I think I learned more about Florida wildlife in one afternoon than I did in school.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Drive-thru Safari and Gator Park Visit

• Drive your own car through Safari Park
• See exotic and native Florida wildlife
• Observe animals from African savanna and North America
• Visit pond with nuisance alligators
• Hand feed giraffes

Top questions

Can I drive my own car through Wild Florida Safari?

Yes, you drive your own vehicle through the safari park on gravel roads.

What animals can I see on this Orlando drive-thru safari?

You can spot zebras, wildebeest, bison, watusi cattle, oryx, white-tailed deer, cracker cows, and more than 100 native and exotic species.

Is Gator Park admission included with the safari ticket?

Yes, entry to Gator Park is included with your safari admission.

Can I feed any animals during the tour?

You can hand-feed giraffes at a designated stop inside the safari park.

Is Wild Florida wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Are pets allowed on this tour?

No pets are allowed in the park or on the tour.

Where is Wild Florida located?

The address is 3301 Lake Cypress Road, Kenansville FL 34739.

What’s included

Your day includes self-guided entry for your car into Wild Florida’s drive-thru safari park plus full admission to Gator Park where you can see over 150 additional animals—all with easy access for strollers or wheelchairs if needed.