Explore the Central Florida Zoo After Dark with Flashlight Safari

ooking for a unique summer experience without the scorching daytime temperatures? Discover the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens when the sun goes down during Flashlight Safari, presented by Verizon. 

Join us on June 20 and experience the sights and sounds of the Zoo at night during this exciting nocturnal adventure featuring a guided flashlight tour.

The evening begins with check-in at 7:30 p.m. inside the Discovery Center, where guests will have the opportunity to get up close with fascinating nocturnal animals during a special presentation.

From there, each group will meet their personal tour guide and journey through the Zoo after dark, making exciting stops along the way to see nocturnal animals awake, active and on the move. Guests will also enjoy additional animal encounters and an exclusive visit to the herpetarium, where they’ll discover incredible nocturnal reptiles in their nighttime world.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $18 for children ages 5–12 for Annual Pass Holders, and $30 for adults and $23 for children ages 5–12 for non-Pass Holders.

The tour is approximately two hours and children must be at least 5 years old to participate.

Don't miss out, space it limited! Get your tickets today.



For more information and to register, visit https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/event/flashlight-safari/.

About the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to more than 350 animals in Sanford, Florida. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, it is a leader in conservation, creating connections that inspire people to take action for wildlife. The Zoo is an affordable, family-friendly experience supported by private donations and gate admission.



The Zoo is one of a small number of privately operated, non-profit zoos in the country accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), and serves as a valuable community resource that enhances the quality of life in Central Florida. By bringing guests face-to-face with animals they may never encounter in the wild, the Zoo is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of wildlife worldwide. More information is available at  www.centralfloridazoo.org.