Okefenokee Swamp

Okefenokee Swamp Park

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(678) · Park in Waycross, United States
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Okefenokee Swamp Park offers Boat Tours, Train Rides, Interactive Exhibits & Animal Encounters. Okefenokee Adventures, located within the …

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Feb 27, 2025
We had a great tour and wonderful guide. We did not see as much wildlife as I’d hoped because we came on a very cold day and only saw 1 gator.Full review by DayTrip07578790468
Jan 3, 2025
We did: a boat ride, train ride, and reptile show. All the guides working in the park were very knowledgeable and quite enthusiastic about their job. Highly recommended for adults and kids.Full review by RudySzymon
Sep 2, 2024
Sadly this place probably won’t survive. The grounds are well kept and it feels like they try hard to keep it going but it’s lacking engaging exhibits. The boat & train only run a few times a day so …Full review by Sandy B
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This pristine natural preserve, which is popularly considered to be one of the seven natural wonders of Georgia, is your journey back into …
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Questions & answers

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How long is the boat tour in the 3 Hour package with Nature Show and Train?
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About 2 hrs!
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Answer by Linda B · Mar 21, 2021
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I am planning a trip to the swamp. I want to make sure the alligators have come out of hibernation. When will this happen
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They don't totally hibernate. But usually in the early spring they start to get active. The warmer the weather, the more active they become.
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What months are the best time to go?
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We went in September. It was not overly hot or humid. There were few mosquitos but some nasty biting flies. The park was not crowded at all.
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What is an adequate amount of time to spend at the park and include a boat tour?
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We were there for about 2 1/2 hours and we able to see and do everything we wanted.
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Be sure to check with the official website for an insider look at boat tours, packages, and even a discount coupon or two
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Keep in mind: swamps are a popular location for alligators, so always keep an eye out
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Eye On Nature Tour. Not for the faint of heart, this tour gets down to the most thrilling creatures in the Swamp—snakes and alligators!
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Guided Boat Tours. Hop on one of Okefenokee Swamp Park’s guided boat tours to get up close and personal with the swamp’s native plants and wildlife.
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Guided motorboat tours are the best way to experience the rugged waters
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There are no overnight facilities, but food and beverages are sold
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Take a cypress boardwalk into the swamp to a 90-foot-high observation tower
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With over 120 miles of boat water trails, visitors can experience swamp flora and fauna up close
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Seasonal Light Show. Take a train ride through the park and enjoy a fabulous display of lights during the Christmas season!
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Board The Swamp Train. All aboard the Swamp Train! Visitors can hop aboard the The Lady Suwannee, a 36-gauge replica steam engine built by Cummings Locomotive, and feel like they’re traveling back in …
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Come to this region for an epic paddling adventure with kayaks
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Consider contacting our team of experts if you have any queries and they will help you right awa
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Cypress Cove Annex. Okefenokee Swamp is the perfect place for hosting any large event. The Cypress Cove is a venue at Okefenokee Swamp where large private events can be held.
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Adventure Walk To Observation Tower. Traveling along Okefenokee’s newest pathway, New Low Walkway, visitors will enjoy the half-mile journey on the park’s original boardwalk, initially lost in the 200…
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For admission, rates vary based on age
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Numerous Lanscapes. Prairies span for miles, rivers intertwine, lakes wrap around islands, and forest and jungle meet—it’s incredible to see so many environments blend into one Georgia area.
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