A Day at Gatorland Orlando: Feeding Capybaras and Meeting Gators

If you love animals, hands-on experiences, and a little bit of adventure, Gatorland in Orlando is a hidden gem you need to visit. It’s the perfect mix of thrilling wildlife encounters, quirky animal stars, and photo-worthy moments. During my visit, I found myself completely immersed from feeding the cutest capybaras to seeing jaw-dropping albino gators. If you’re planning a trip, I’ve got all the tips, must-dos, and insider info to help you make the most of your day.

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Capybara Encounters – My Favorite Experience

Hands down, my favorite experience at Gatorland was meeting the capybaras. These little guys are adorable, and the experience is surprisingly interactive.

Important tips:

• Tickets are $12 and sold only at the venue, not online.
• Even if the event is in the afternoon, it sells out fast, so arrive early.
• You’ll feed them the veggies provided, take photos, and even have the option to print them on-site.

It’s a small, personal experience that I would recommend to anyone visiting- absolutely worth it.

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Jumparoo Gator Show

Another must-see is the Jumparoo show, which happens on a schedule inside the park. You’ll watch gators leap and see them in action- it’s exciting, educational, and fun for all ages. Make sure to check the show times when you arrive.

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Meet Jawlene – The One-of-a-Kind Alligator

Jawlene is an alligator unlike any other- she has no top jaw, which makes her really unique.

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Feeding the Gators

For a hands-on experience, you can also feed the gators with “Gator Chow” sold on-site for $4.50. It’s amazing to see how quickly they snap it up- definitely a bucket-list moment for animal lovers.

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Other Animals to See

Gatorland isn’t just about alligators- there’s so much wildlife to explore:

• Albino gators – rare and incredible to see
• Flamingos – perfect for colorful photos
• Tortoises and turtles
• Various birds – egrets, cranes, and exotic species

It’s small enough to feel personal, but packed with enough animals to keep your camera busy.

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Snacks & Essentials

Inside the park, you can grab snacks like walking tacos– I thought they were surprisingly good. That said, I highly recommend bringing your own essentials:

• Water (stay hydrated!)
• Towel (for sweat)
• Snacks
• Comfortable shoes
• Moisture-wicking socks
• Hat
• Sweat powder (like Goldbond)

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Quick Tips Recap

• Arrive early for capybara encounters ($12, on-site only)
• Buy general admission online if you want, but capybara tickets are on-site only
• Bring water, snacks, towel, comfy shoes, moisture-wicking shirt, hat, and sweat powder
• Feed the gators ($4.50 Gator Chow)
• Check Jumparoo show times
• Don’t miss Jawlene, the alligator with no top jaw
• Explore flamingos, albino gators, tortoises, and exotic birds

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Gatorland is the perfect Orlando adventure if you want something hands-on, unique, and memorable. Whether it’s feeding the capybaras, watching gators jump, or snapping photos with Jawlene, there’s something for everyone. Bring your camera, a sense of adventure, and all the essentials I mentioned- you’re going to want to remember every moment of this wild day.

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For the most up-to-date information on general admission, shows, and special experiences, check out the official Gatorland website: https://www.gatorland.com.