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.
Silver Springs Park Map
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. |
