Croc Encounters - Tampa (FL)

5 /5 Paul Jozefak: We had a great time with our almost 9 year old. He really enjoyed being able to hold a python and a gator. The tour is quite comprehensive and DJ was a fun guide. I wound recommend that they get the repairs on the boardwalk through the park done. At times I was a bit concerned about all the little kids potentially getting hurt but I am totally aware of cost constraints and am glad that this sanctuary exists. I am sure keeping it running is more important for the animals than making it perfect. Hence I also recommend folks go there. Keeping this business running is probably tough and I am quite confident that the deal you get (4 people for 100 bucks) is one of the better ones in Florida. Go during the week and off-season if possible to get smaller groups. Also go to the bathroom at home. There are Porta Potties but I’d only consider those a fail safe.

5 /5 Ken Moulton Jr.: Such an amazing time! Cant stop talking about it to everyone. Its so easy to call and set up an appointment, pay over the phone, and show up on time for your tour. I cant emphasize how awesome and affordable this tous is! IMPORTANT: You have to call the number on their website to purchase your reservation in advance. It isnt so busy that you have to reserve it weeks ahead, but a day ahead is a good start. They can not help you at the facility with payments. In fact, there isnt any sort of accessible building for you to go into, unless youre a tour guide. There is no souvenir stand or anything. The facility is about the animals. If you dont have appreciation for the animal, then this may not be a good fit for you. Some points in the tour could be difficult if you have an assistive device such as a cane, walker, stroller, or wheelchair. The terrain is mostly wooden planks that are uneven and in places, not entirely sound.

5 /5 Zach Hawkins: Had a tour run by DJ, he was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely worth the money, lasted about an hour and a half. Nice to see animals treated well. Was also interactive, had the option to feed a couple things and hold a snake and a croc.

5 /5 Chris Neuberger: Ive been to many zoos, aquariums and other similar places but this is probably my new favorite. The tour guide was awesome. We got to hold snakes, hold a gator, go into the pen with giant tortoises to feed them, and feed gators. It was great. Definitely worth the price. You also get to learn a lot about the animals. So many different animals to see! The tour guide sure seemed to love each one of them.