Featuring more than 800 mammals, birds and reptiles; Okavango Village contains a petting zoo, a walk-through aviary and a pier on the Trout River. The African Veldt offers elevated walkways past lion exhibits to the African Savannah. Picnic facilities and wheelchairs are available. A round-trip boat ride on the St Johns and Trout rivers is available during the summer months. A petting zoo and train ride also offered. Open daily 9am-5pm; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Additional fee for boat and train rides.
Location:
8605 Zoo Rd, Jacksonville Florida 32218
Telephone
904-757-4462
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Jacksonville) A Cat Clinic
(Jacksonville) Animals at Heart Organization
(Folkston) Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge
(Jacksonville) Beltway Animal Hospital
(Middleburg) Black Creek Veterinary Hospital
(Jacksonville) Jacksonville Zoological Gardens
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04/18 Coming to The Jacksonville area
Azalea Festival Valdosta GA March9-10 Free admission to a festival drawing 20,000 people from all over the Southeast and beyond.
Catfish Festival Crescent City FL April5-6 Since April 1978, the Rotary Club of Crescent City has held its annual 'Catfish Festival the first Saturday of April at Crescent City's Eva Lyon's Park. This massive volunteer effort has one significant purpose: raising money for college/vocational school scholarships for the high school children in our community. After costs are paid, every dollar generated is used for scholarships.
Santa Fe Comm College Spring Arts Festival Gainesville FL April6-7 The festival is one of the three largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork. It is held in the downtown historic district, nestled amid restored turn-of-the century homes, stately palms and abundant azaleas. More than 130,000 visitors are anticipated each year.
George's Music Springing the Blues Festival Jacksonville Beach FL April5-7 Springing The Blues is a free outdoor blues music festival designed to celebrate America's indigenous musical form and promote support of the arts. The three-day oceanfront event features a number of renowned blues performers as well as numerous displays and activities geared for the entire family.
New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest New Smyrna Beach FL April5-7 New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest features world class air shows .....day and night! As well as amazing live music on stage and all of the fun in the Entertainment Theater
Old Florida Celebration of the Arts Cedar Key FL April13-14 Saunter down Historic 2nd Street while enjoying fine art from a select group of incredibly talented artists. Award-winning fine art: paintings, sculptures, jewelry, crafts, ceramics, textiles, photography.
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