Octagon Fort

4.5/5
(387) · Nature reserve in Punta Gorda, United States
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Octagon is a 501c3 sanctuary that cares for unwanted or abandoned exotic animals. We are NOT a zoo. None of the animals have been taken out of the …

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4.5/5 · 387 reviews
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Dec 16, 2024
I’ve wanted to tour Octagon for years and finally got tickets a few days ago! We had a wonderful guide Elsbeth. She took time to explain everything and make sure the animals were not stressed by visi…Full review by O3284YMandream
Dec 10, 2024
Octagon is an ideal family excursion for the whole family. Our guide,Candy,was very knowledgeable about each of the animals there. She provided Interesting stories about them. I was impressed with t…Full review by Mary Sue F
Sep 30, 2024
Wonderful Sanctuary, guided tours provide an informative up close and personal experience . Animal enclosures 10’ away. Not a ZOO a “ forever /retirement home” for exotic animals: lions, tigers, b…Full review by Roger D

Questions & answers

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Are pets allowed?
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I know of no restriction but it would be best to call them directly.
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Answer by radams02 · Jan 28, 2020
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Do you have to book in advance or can you just turn up?
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Just turned up. Only open in the mornings
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What time is feeding?
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I would call them. I don’t remember feeding times being posted so it may vary. Regardless, it is a really cool park.
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How much is it for adults and kids
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It was $10.00 for two adults, but my husband made a donation of $10.00 also. We went on a very hot day and there was not a smell anywhere. It costs $ to keep a place that clean. The …
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It was $10.00 for two adults, but my husband made a donation of $10.00 also. We went on a very hot day and there was not a smell anywhere. It costs $ to keep a place that clean. The animals look happy in their natural habitat but it is a little dated. Still children will never see some of these animals again.
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Can you push a wheel chair around?
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yes but it could be difficult at times.
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