Silver
Springs
A 350-acre nature theme
park which surrounds the headwaters of the beautiful Silver River, the largest artesian spring formation in the world. Located
90 miles north of Orlando, just east of Ocala, Florida.
Here, you can view the underground springs from our famous
glass-bottom boats, where you'll see fish, shellfish, turtles and alligators in water that's up to 80 feet deep and 99.8%
pure. Walk the beautiful grounds and experience the natural habitats of Florida's largest alligators, endangered bears and
panthers, Kritter Korral petting zoo, plus an entertaining variety of wildlife shows from Birds of Prey to snakes and reptiles.
There are rides and exhibits for all ages in a natural setting of spectacular beauty.
Attractions:
Glass-Bottom Boats:
A dramatic
tour of seven major spring formations, including Mammoth Spring, the world's largest artesian spring.
Jungle Cruise:
An exotic voyage featuring a boat excursion
down the Fort King Waterway. Animals from six continents line the banks of the river, including giraffes, zebras, emus and
sable antelope.
Lost
River Voyage:
This ride transports guest back in time to wild Florida as it was thousands of years ago. Cypress
trees line the banks of the river where alligators, heron and osprey bask.
Jeep Safari:
Carries passengers deep into one of Florida's primeval forests aboard zebra-striped
jeeps and trams. One of the ride's highlights includes a trip through a pond containing live alligators.
World of Bears:
World of Bears
is the largest exhibit of its kind in the United States. Visible bears include brown bears, Asiatic black bears, Spectacled
bears and North American black bears at Silver Springs.
Panther Prowl:
Panther Prowl offers park guest the unique opportunity to see, photograph, and
learn about North America's largest wild cats; the rare and endangered Florida panther and, its close relative, the Western
cougar.
Big Gator Lagoon:
More than three-dozen of Florida's largest alligators are on exhibit in a one-acre natural swamp featuring fresh
spring water and basking areas. Guest view the reptiles from an elevated boardwalk.
Alligator & Crocodile Encounter is the second largest collection of crocodilian
species in the United States. Thirteen of the world's 23 species of alligators, crocodiles, calmens and gavials are displayed
in large, separate naturalistic enclosures on five-acre Cypress Island.
Sobek:
Believed to be the largest American crocodile in the care of man, the sobek resides
in its habitat on Cypress Point. The reptile measures, on average, 16 feet and weighs nearly 2,000 pounds (1,000Kilos).
Kids Ahoy!
Play land features
a replica of an 1800's riverboat permanently anchored in a shallow lagoon. On board activities include a ferris wheel, cargo
climb with net bridge, slides, crawl tubes, fireman's poles, fishing games, hands-on activities and much more.
Doolittle's Petting Zoo:
Doolittle's
Petting Zoo features a variety of deer and goats which park guest can get close to and feed.
Botanical Gardens:
Silver Spring's beautiful
botanical gardens feature more than 138 varieties of native and exotic plants showcased in floral sculptures and flower beds
nested by the Silver river.
Reptiles
of the World:
Features a collection of reptiles from four continents. Reptiles include alligators, snakes, turtles
and lizards. Includes an educational presentation by experienced reptile handlers.
Creature Feature:
Showcases some of the scariest and
creepiest animals of the night. Animal handlers point out interesting facts about bats, scorpions, arachnids, a five pound
marine toad and giant Madagascar hissing cockroaches.
Florida Natives Exhibit:
Natural attraction featuring a series of "native" species
of Floridian snakes, turtles, arachnids and mammals in naturalistic enclosures. This attraction includes a display case showcasing
archived photographs and information on the world famous naturalist Ross Allen.
Birds of Prey Show:
Presented at the outdoor Silver
River Showcase, Orlando, near the Lost River Voyage attraction. The Birds of Prey program displays each bird's strengths,
survival skills and beauty in a dramatic free-flight show.
Birds of the Rainforest:
Features a flock of colorful parrots, macaws, cockatoos and toucans.
Each bird performs a series of zany tricks, comical routines and demonstrates their talent at mimicking sounds.
