02 March 2026…read more A trip to the Zoo in Naples Florida. I took a few photos and some videos to take a peek so people would have an idea what's here and what's not here. Like Elephants, they are not here. Most of the animals were either hiding or sleeping. If not , they were eating. Took a boat ride across Lake Victoria and took some videos of monkeys caught out in the open. Of course they were monkeying around at the time. It's about a two hour tour to see everything, not that there are a lot of animals here but they are spread out. Well that's all folks ... until we meet again ... Happy trails to you.

The Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens was opened in 1919 by botanist Henry Nehrling. After his death,…read morethe gardens were neglected but later reopened in 1954 by Julius Fleischmann. It became a popular tourist attraction in the 1940s and today, it is known for its conservation efforts and educational programming. This small local zoo is a great outdoor daytime activity can be enjoyed in about three hours. There is a short cruise around islands that contain a variety of monkeys. There were lots of children and school buses full of field trips, consider packing your own lunch!

a charming, historic attraction that originally opened in the 1930s. Set on about 3 to 3.5 acres of…read morelush, mature landscaping, the Wonder Gardens is home to a variety of rescued, rehabilitating, and non-releasable animals. We took our time wandering the pathways, admiring the beautiful habitats thoughtfully designed for each species. There's a strong focus on birds, and the variety here is impressive -- vibrant parrots, graceful flamingos, and so many unique feathered residents. Just as we made it to the final exhibit with the crocodiles, an announcement came over the speakers warning of lightning in the area. Guests were directed back to the gift shop for safety, and the staff began offering rain checks or refunds depending on when you arrived. We didn't inquire about either, though -- we had already thoroughly enjoyed our time there, and since the Wonder Gardens is a nonprofit organization, we were happy to support them regardless. Before leaving, we browsed the gift shop, which had a fantastic selection of animal-themed souvenirs, cute décor, and even artwork created by the resident animals -- such a unique touch. If you're in the area, Wonder Gardens is absolutely worth a stop. It's charming, educational, and your admission supports ongoing rescue and rehabilitation efforts. If you're interested in getting even closer to the animals, they also offer scheduled animal encounters, so be sure to check ahead for times.

Needs work. Needs donations $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Several…read moreanimal cages empty. This is dry season, so plants and animals need water. Koi pond was so dirty I couldn't see any koi.

Hidden gem! What a unique animal experience in Naples. Education based animal preservation. Our…read moretour guide was John, the owner, who is a wealth of incredible knowledge. We talked science, history, future, nature, everything. There is an incredible amount of programming available for children of all ages. Tours are donation based by reservation only! I couldn't recommend this more. You can tell John is like the animal daddy and loves all the animals. And they clearly love him. The animals are well loved and cared for! Go visit and help more people discover this gem.

We asked the owner to bring some of their animal Ambassadors to a welcome reception at our Naples…read morearea hotel. What a wonderful experience for guests - interactive and educational. Thank you Kowiachobee!

05 March 2026…read more Beautiful day for a walk in the park. We went to the Botanical Gardens, Naples, Florida. This place is beautiful and serene. Naturally I took lots of photos & videos. The photos & videos speak for themselves. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water or candy to keep your mouth moist. There are miles of trails here but not enough signage along the way to keep me from getting lost , as is my habit. There are a couple of waterfalls and colorful flowers planted along the path of some of the trails. There are Some Tiki Huts to sit & rest awhile. Also many benches along the trail to take a breather if so desired. So, come , relax and enjoy God's Green acre.

Don't believe online that they accept Chicago Botanic Garden membership, because they Don't. $5…read morediscount on $50 entry for 2. Woop. Nice gardens but Chicago is better. Cafeteria however looked & smelled great. Signage & maps above average.

Such a fun experience touring the Everglades. Great for kids, teens and adults. Highly recommendread more

Are driver was great at keeping everyone up beat & happy when on tour. It is a great way to learn…read moreabout the history of Naples and everything that is around Naples to see and do.

Excellent time at West Cost Ranch! My little girl loved…read moreriding the miniature ponies and seeing all the animals. Family friendly and a great experience while down in SWFL.

Had an AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! The animals are very well kept and loved! They gave us a tour of the…read moreranch and we got to pet the animals. They have pigs, goats, horses, cow, donkeys, chickens and a friendly dog named cowboy. The animals are so friendly. Both of my children ages 9yrs and 2yrs old absolutely loved it. We have no previous experience riding horses so they accommodated us and we rode the horses in the ranch. We weren't rushed at all. Beautiful place to visit and enjoy with the family. Definitely coming back!! What a wonderful family.

Such a fun outing! Our captain was very knowledgeable and somehow navigated skillfully through open…read morewaters and twisting trails thru the mangroves. We saw plenty of gators and bird life plus even got a brief history lesson. At the end there is an alligator "show". It's kind of honky-tonk but impressive nevertheless, with an option to pose holding a small alligator - perfectly positioned to capture their sign in the background. You know, I really don't mind helping promote worthy businesses and this was well worth our time & money!

Very informational trip and lots of fun! A quick afternoon trip that proved to be a lot of fun!read more

Nice, wide boardwalk in Naples with free parking. Perfect for biking or walking, this boardwalk…read moreleads to the Nature Conservancy or a bridge over Gordon River. The park has restrooms available and places to sit and eat lunch. Dogs are allowed on a leash. I'd recommend this great park for a casual walk or run.

Typically done Naples style. Classy, clean, gorgeous…read more The only problem is ppl still break rules and speed by walkers with their electric bikes. They should require bells, horns, because they scare you from behind. It is too quiet Except one kid riding a small motorcycle, he was a jerk and could have killed somebody but who can enforce the rules? Along the paved trails there are beautiful bridges and even a couple off paved paths for dirt bikes or ppl and their walking sticks Watch out for alligators as usual and loud airplanes flying by from Naples Airport Highly recommend but wish it can be only for walkers and runners and btw dogs are allowed

The Corkscrew boardwalk is always a pleasure, even when the animals are hiding! On our most recent…read morevisit the first half of the boardwalk was quiet - some bird calls in the distance but no sightings. The second half was quite different - numerous bird sightings including a barred owl and numerous egrets, an alligator and, for the first time ever, two otters! Every trip is different- sometimes it is just a quiet walk in the woods, sometimes the animals decide to share with us. It isn't a zoo, it is nature so anything can happen.

I do want to say that I love Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and have been going since I was a kid. This…read moretime, I got to bring my kids who are 12 (twins). My caveat is, perhaps, to call the Sanctuary and see how dry it is? When we visited, there was no "swamp" to be seen for much of it, and I've been many times so I knew where the water was supposed to be but because of the drought - nope. This made about 75% of the boardwalk walk very boring for my kids as there really were no animals to see. It was only when you get to the lettuce lake area that we spotted a few alligators. I was not happy that we drove an hour for my kids to not see much and be bored (and frankly, so was I). The Audubon does a fantastic job, the visitor center is wonderful, and the info on the trails is great...but the "no swamp swamp" got to us on this visit.

The wildlife here is primarily birds and they were upfront about that at the welcome center. We did…read morethe drive thru for $10. The drive is 4 miles long. You can pull off and park anywhere on the right at any time. They have a viewing tower to get up higher and take a good look around. The restrooms were very clean and modern. If you wish to walk or bike it's only $1. Overall worth the stop. Staff here are very friendly and knowledgeable.

Not much of a scenic walk. Most of the wildlife is in the first .5 mile. Tons of people who are…read morefishing and aren't aware of their surroundings before casting. Great way to hurt someone