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xtreme exotics wildlife foundation
📍 7324 Lynette Ln, St. Augustine, FL 32095🕐 Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–5 PM |
About xtreme exotics wildlife foundation
xtreme exotics wildlife foundation is a zoo in St. Augustine, FL. Xtreme Exotics is the only facility in the area where visitors can physically hold a sloth during the hands-on encounter experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Best For
- All ages (private, hands-on wildlife experiences)
- Highlights
- Holding sloths, hand-feeding animals, tong-feeding lynx, over 200 species
- Admission
- Standard Tour $310 (up to 4 people), Platinum Tour $565/person, Sloth Encounter $55/person
- Special Feature
- Only facility where you can hold a sloth
💡 Did You Know?
- Xtreme Exotics is the only facility in the area where visitors can physically hold a sloth during the hands-on encounter experience
- The facility houses over 200 species including rare exotic animals such as servals, caracals, and lynx alongside more common species
- The facility offers fully private, hands-on experiences with direct animal contact including tong-feeding lynx and feeding otters through safety barriers
- Many animals in the facility are rescues with documented stories, indicating an active wildlife rescue and rehabilitation mission
💬 What Visitors Say
- Book the Standard Tour ($310 for up to 4 people) for the best value - reviewers consistently praised the knowledgeable guides, hands-on animal interactions, and personal attention, making it excellent for families or groups wanting to maximize their experience
- Plan to interact with baby animals during your visit - baby otters and baby kangaroos are highlighted as particularly engaging and memorable, creating unique photo and bonding opportunities that set this venue apart from typical zoos
- Request Jessica as your guide if possible - multiple reviews specifically mention her exceptional knowledge, passion for animal welfare, and skill with children, significantly enhancing the educational and emotional value of the experience
- All visits require advance reservations only - there are no walk-ins, so book well ahead, especially for the limited Sloth & Kangaroo Encounter slots (currently unavailable until fall) which are exclusive experiences you can't get elsewhere
- Children must demonstrate respect for animals or may be asked to leave without refund - prepare kids beforehand about gentle handling, following staff instructions closely, and understanding this is a privilege rather than a typical petting zoo
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