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Visit Central Florida Animal Reserve

A visit to Central Florida Animal Reserve offers an opportunity to step into a setting where education, respect, and stewardship guide every experience. Visits are scheduled and structured to support animal welfare while providing guests with meaningful insight into big cats and the work involved in their care.

Reservations are required. All visits take place through scheduled experiences designed to create a focused, engaging environment for both guests and animal residents.

GUIDED TOURS

Guided tours are the foundation of the CFAR visitor experience. Led by knowledgeable staff, tours provide an educational walk through the reserve where guests learn about big cats, daily care practices, and conservation challenges.

Tours are available on select days and require advance reservations.

Guided Tour Options

GROUP VISITS

CFAR offers group experiences for schools, organizations, and private groups seeking a shared educational visit. Group visits are customized based on group size and may include guided, limited self-guided, or full self-guided formats.

Group experiences must be planned in advance to ensure appropriate staffing and flow through the reserve.

Plan Group Visit

WILD RESILIENCE PROGRAM

Wild Resilience is a nature-based leadership and team experience hosted at CFAR in partnership with Sunshine Coaching Group. Designed for high-performing professionals, this program offers space to unplug, reflect, and reconnect through guided coaching and time in a natural environment.

Wild Resilience is a custom experience with limited availability.

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EVENTS

Throughout the year, CFAR hosts special events that combine education, awareness, and community engagement. Events may include educational programs, seasonal experiences, and fundraising initiatives.

Event availability varies and advance registration may be required.

Upcoming Events

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Preparing ahead helps ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. The Plan Your Visit page includes important information about tour policies, accessibility, parking, age guidelines, weather considerations, and frequently asked questions.

Guests are encouraged to review this information before booking.

Visitor's Guide
An orange paw print icon with four toes and a pad, displayed on a black background, representing the Central Florida Animal Reserve.
A solid green paw print icon with four toes and a central pad represents the Central Florida Animal Reserve on a black background.

What to Expect When Visiting

Visits to CFAR are designed to be:

  • Educational and guided
  • Respectful of animal residents and their routines
  • Focused on observation rather than interaction
  • Structured to support safety and comfort

Each visit supports CFAR’s mission and contributes to the care and long-term well-being of the animals.

Ready to Visit?

Whether you are planning an individual tour, a group experience, or a special program, CFAR offers meaningful ways to engage with wildlife through education and stewardship.

Tours