ZWF Miami, Miami: Photos, Reviews & Location

This appointment-only zoo specializes in intimate, guided wildlife tours with hands-on interactions.

At a glance

#72 of 87 Tourist attractions in Miami #8 of 11 Zoos in Miami

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.40

30.4 km from the center of Miami

Rating breakdown

5 ★77%
4 ★8%
3 ★4%
2 ★2%
1 ★9%

16225 SW 172nd Ave, Miami, FL 33187

zoologicalwildlifefoundation.com

(305) 969-3696

Quick facts

What is the rating of ZWF Miami?: ZWF Miami is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 1,546 reviews.
How does ZWF Miami rank in Miami?: ZWF Miami is #72 of 87 Tourist attractions in Miami by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is ZWF Miami located?: 16225 SW 172nd Ave, Miami, FL 33187 — 30.4 km from the center of Miami.
How can I contact ZWF Miami?: Phone: (305) 969-3696 · Website: zoologicalwildlifefoundation.com

We had a wonderful time at the zoo today! The animals were all very active and seemed to be well-cared for. The enclosures were clean and spacious, and the zoo itself was very clean and well-maintained.

We were particularly impressed with the variety of animals at the zoo. We saw everything from lions and tigers to monkeys . We also saw some more unusual animals, such as sloths and armadillos. It was great to see so many different animals from all over the world.

One of our favorite things about the zoo was the staff. Everyone we encountered was friendly and knowledgeable. They were happy to answer our questions and share information about the animals. We could tell that they were passionate about their jobs and the animals they cared for.

We also enjoyed the variety of educational exhibits at the zoo. We learned a lot about different animal species and their habitats. We also learned about the zoo's conservation efforts. It was great to see that the zoo is more than just a place to see animals - it's also a place to learn about them and how to protect them.

Overall, we had a fantastic time at the zoo. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and educational experience.

Here are some specific things that we liked about our zoo experience:

The animals were all very active and seemed to be well-cared for.
The enclosures were spacious.
The zoo itself was very clean and well-maintained.
There was a wide variety of animals to see, from common animals to more unusual ones.
The staff were friendly and knowledgeable.
There were a variety of educational exhibits.
We would definitely recommend this zoo to others

Gene Tomsky 2023 Oct 28

This place is a must go. You get an up close and guided tour. Your tour guide will tell you about each animal and where they came from. During the tour you will be allowed to interact with and hold some of the smaller animals. The animal enclosures are kept clean and the grounds that the zoo sits on is landscaped beautifully.You must sign up for a tour time.

polina b 2023 Sep 29

Best interactive animal experiences ever! I went with my family for my birthday last year and had the best time. All of the staff were super friendly and the animals were too. We did the general experience and I had the primate encounter and I loved every second of it, hopefully will be going again this year to celebrate my birthday!

Lindsay Hiler 2023 Sep 07

I have visited here 4 times now and every time was a great and unique experience that is not something you find anywhere! I have visited 3 times in 2019, and once again very recently last week. There was a small complication with one encounter, but the tour guide was amazing and accommodated us with two extra experiences to make up for the inconvenience! There aren’t places in Florida that have close up and personal encounters with animals like the ones at this sanctuary. It is also very private and NOTHING like an overcrowded zoo experience. They offer discounts throughout the year which makes it easier to do multiple experiences. I recommend it as a fun activity with friends, family, or a date with a partner!

Brandi M. 2023 Aug 15

Never knew this place existed and I'm so happy I got to spend my birthday here! What an amazing place they have running in almost the middle of nowhere Redlands. They have so many exotic animals from little armadillos all the way to giant ligers and tigers and jaguars. We did the two hour tour with Caro (she was amazing) we got to see some of the facility and where most of the animals are housed. We learned most of the residents names, where they are native to and how they came to be at ZWF usually via rescue or donation from other places. At the end of our tour we sat in a very nice pavilion where we had a personal one on one interaction with multiple animals and got to feed them and hold them and take lots of pictures. I believe the owners names were Mario and Maria? They have a STUNNING place and I think everyone would love to check it out. Had an exceptional time here. Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable and it was clean and well maintained and you can tell the animals have been raised here with love.

Kylee Ison 2023 Jul 25

This was such a cool and fun experience, our tour guide showed us everything. She also gave us facts about the animals! We were able to hold and pet most animals p.s Michael Jacksons flamingos were sent here after his passing which was so cool! Also, the animals were lively and very well taken care of and most were very playful (excluding sloths, etc 🦥 ) the workers were clearly passionate with what they did too!

JP Guacaneme 2023 Jun 13

The lion peed on us… it was awesome! The whole experience was amazing! Definitely a must do! It was worth every penny. I would do it again for sure. She said it was the best birthday present ever. Lol

Catrina Paulina 2023 May 03

Such a great experience! Definitely going back for a up close encounter! So many animals ! Very informative 👏

Evelyn Molina 2023 Feb 17

Everyone who works here is super passionate and extremely welcoming. The animals are loved in abundance and it shows throughout the facility. Definitely a must if you’re looking for an interactive wildlife experience. ☺️

Elizabeth Camp 2022 Jul 03

We had such a great adventure and learned so much while there and having our magnificent animal encounters today. It was worth every penny and more. Once in a lifetime experience!!
The animals are well loved and cared for, the place is clean and very inviting.

Francesco Mitrione 2019 Aug 29

Very nice place and very clean. The staff is adorable. We took the feline encounter and it is really worth it.

We had a tour of the park and 10 minutes with a tiger, a white Bengal tiger and a linkx one to one.

The animals are very well kept and you see that the staff is treating the animals with lot of love and respect. The cages are super clean.

The whole park is amazing you can see the animals really close. And there are a lot of different species.

The guide gave us plenty information and answered all of our questions.