Zoos and Aquariums Along the Orlando to Fort Lauderdale Drive

The ~200-mile drive from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale (via I-95 or Florida's Turnpike) passes several wildlife attractions: Wild Florida (Kenansville, 1.5 hrs from Orlando) — airboats, animal encounters. Brevard Zoo (Melbourne, 1.5 hrs) — 900+ animals, Florida wildlife focus. Mote Marine Lab & Aquarium (Sarasota, 2 hrs) — marine research, conservation, sea life exhibits. Naples Zoo (Naples, 2.5 hrs) — Caribbean Gardens setting, alligators, primates. Fort Lauderdale Beach Park — sea turtle and stingray interactive exhibit. Lion Country Safari (Loxahatchee, 1 hr from FLL) — drive-through safari with lions, giraffes. Palm Beach Zoo (West Palm Beach, 1.5 hrs from FLL) — 550+ animals, conservation focus. All offer unique wildlife experiences en route.