1 / 2Croc Encounters
📍 Greater Thonotosassa, FL
Croc Encounters runs guided tours through a sanctuary housing over 30 crocodilian species plus snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, and amphibians. Visitors feed turtles and alligators hands-on with knowledgeable guides.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with kids aged 5 and up who are curious about reptiles and wildlife. The guided format keeps the experience structured and safe for children of all confidence levels. Kids who are nervous around reptiles are introduced gradually by trained staff. Alligator wrestling shows add a theatrical element for older children and teens.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
kim anderson
5 months ago
“Wonderful experience at Croc Encounters. We got a real up close encounter with all sorts of animals! Kiana was our tour guide and she was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and very considerate! We even got to feed the turtles and alligators. I highly recommend visiting Croc Encounters! Well worth the price, (much cheaper than zoo Tampa) and make sure you tip your tour guide! Thank you!”
Adrianna Endres
5 months ago
“Had a blast here! Keona was such a great guide super friendly!! I really enjoyed the tour and seeing all they had. Will be bringing our guests!”
Angie Boyd
5 months ago
“Absolutely amazing. Hands on experiences paired with a wealth of knowledge. Great opportunity for any age.”
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Overview
Croc Encounters is a wildlife sanctuary in Tampa specialising in reptiles and crocodilians, with species including American alligators, Nile crocodiles, ball pythons, boa constrictors, sulcata tortoises, and dozens more. Guided tours are led by named, knowledgeable staff - reviewers frequently call out guides by name. Hands-on feeding of turtles and alligators is part of the standard tour.
