Guests get a uniquely up-close look at the wildlife of Florida at Everglades Holiday Park in a variety of engaging ways. Perhaps the most popular way to appreciate the state's indigenous critters is by visiting one of the live gator shows, hosted by the Gator Boys. You may recognize the team's name if you watch Animal Planet, as the duo Paul Bedard and Jimmy Riffle star on their own program by the same name. Watch part of the pair or another member of the show's cast preside over the "Gator Pit" during the heart-pumping live show, and then hold a baby alligator afterwards.
Everglades Holiday Park also offers tours of the local habitat on airboats, and they're almost as popular as the gator shows. You'll get to spot the toothy animals in their homes atop the unique watercraft. The tour guide will point out other local critters, too, such as snakes and wild birds.
Everglades Holiday Park
21940 Griffin Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332
(954) 434-8111
www.evergladesholidaypark.com
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