If you wish to experience the thrill of meeting panthers, Florida cracker cattle, birds, and dozens of wild alligators face to face, then this tour is a must. Perhaps you may be lucky to catch a glimpse of a white tailed deer or some of the many wild turkeys along the tour route. Specially built swamp buggies carry you through unspoiled pinewoods, fresh water marsh, and sections of the Telegraph Cypress Swamp. A professional tour guide completes the experience with commentaries on the wildlife, ranch activities such as cattle and horses, and history of the area. You can bring a picnic or enjoy a lunch of gator bites, hamburgers, hot dogs, and other luncheon items in our seasonal Gator Shack Restaurant.

Phone:
Reservations & Information 1-800-500-5583
Fax 1-941-637-4611

Admission Prices:
Adults: $17.95 plus 7% tax
Children(3-12): $10.95 plus 7% tax
Group Adults: $14.95 per person plus 7% tax
Group Children(3-12): $9.95 per person plus 7% tax
Seasonal Prices - call for details

Hours of Operation:
All tours by Reservation Only
November through May - 9:00AM through 3:00PM
June through October - Morning Tours Only, Please call for times

Directions:
From the North:
I-75 new exit 164 old exit 29 to Highway 17
North, one mile to East State Road 74
15 miles to State Road 31 South
Entrance 6 miles on left

From the South:
I-75 new exit 143 old exit 26
East on Route 78 to State Road 31
Go North 9 miles, entrance on right

Attractions Summary:
90 minute Swamp Buggy Tour through the Babcock Ranch and Telegraph Cypress Swamp. Experienced Guides offer in-depth descriptions of birds, animals, plants, and the cattle and horses that are raised on the ranch. Visitors will see panthers, Florida Cracker cattle, and many other animals living in Southwest Florida.

Reservations:
Reservations are REQUIRED for all tours. Handicap access - call for details.

Average Time To See Attraction:
2 and 1/2 hours

Address:
8000 State Road 31
Punta Gorda, FL, 33982
20 Minutes From I-75

Additional Information:
Museum, Country Store, Seasonal Food Service, Outdoor Exhibits, Meeting Facilities, Educational Programs, Picnic Facilities.

For overnight accommodations, contact the Best Western Waterfront Inn on beautiful Charlotte Harbor. We have many package tours available. (800) 525-1022

For boat tours on Charlotte Harbor and the Peace River or for fishing charters check out our friends at King Fisher Fleet, located 20 minutes away at Fishermen's Village Marina in Punta Gorda.

Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf Islands www.pureflorida.com

Kayaking, fishing and sea life excursions at Grande Tours - Placida, Florida www.grandetours.com

For things to do or see in Southwest Florida check out www.leeislandcoast.com

Visit Fishermen's Village for waterfront dining and shopping www.fishville.com

www.southwestfloridavisitor.info

Contact Names:
Arnie Sarlo, Ranch Manager
Stephen D. Tutko, Director of Tours; Biologist
Pat Beahon, Reservations Manager
Maryann Bulas, Merchandising