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Oatland Island Wildlife Center

President Street, Savannah, GA
(912) 395-1212
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As featured in Kid-friendly Savannah
Ranked #21 of 112 attractions in Savannah
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: Located 15 minutes southeast of downtown Savannah, this is an environmental education center where you can learn about local wildlife and native... more » Owner description: Located 15 minutes southeast of downtown Savannah, this is an environmental education center where you can learn about local wildlife and native plants.There are lots of programs for children. « less
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McDonough, Georgia
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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82 helpful votes 82 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

this is a very neat place to visit. plenty of shade and picnic area. saw bison, a cougar, fox, cow and chickens, and many birds of prey. the grounds are clean and well maintained, and the animals seemed to be well cared for. the admission was only $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.

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Fountain Valley, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

The walking tour around the center is breathtaking and as one continues through the loop, there are cages or fenced in areas where there are different wildlife like cougars, bobcats, bison, etc. Very relaxing and enjoyable to walk and see the spanish moss hanging from trees and the view of the marshlands associated with the center.

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Kennesaw, Georgia
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13 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

I put this on our agenda for something different to do while visiting Savannah and it turned out to be really enjoyable. We went early in the morning before it got super hot and had a blast. The only animal that we didn't get a chance to see was the cougar. The woods that surround all the enclosures really are... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We went with our 6 year old daughter's girl scout troop and had a nice time. The hiking trails are very nice. The enclosures for the animals were large so the animals had lots of places to hide out so we didn't get to see a whole lot on our trip. They have picnic table under a pavilion where we... More

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Fernandina Beach, Florida
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18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

We'd had it with the city and jumped in the car. Within minutes from leaving the city we were in the quiet of this amazing education center. Owned by the school district and used for education programs, it is also open to the public. I found myself wanting to bring a group of 5th graders out here! We saw a... More

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Augusta, Georgia, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Our kids, 11, 11, and 8 (and the two of us) love this zoo. The walking trails are lovely, the animals are fascinating, and the information provided is both entertaining and fascinating. The wolf exhibit is probably our family favorite, but the tiny animals in the main building are a close second. I give it four rather than five stars... More

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Flowery Branch, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Saw tons of gators, and pretty birds and wildlife...took about 3 hours took our time...would go again

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Savannah, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

I took some family members to Oatland while they were visiting from out of town. We had not been there in years and we had a great time. Although it was chilly and some of the animals were not out and about, the nature trail was a great hike through the forest and along salt marshes. The bobcats were lively... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

We had the privilege of having a private tour of the Price/Delk house. My 3rd great grandfather Lewis Price built that house and David Delk acquired it in a probate sale in 1868 after the death of Lewis. The Delk descendants donated it to the Chatham County Educational Society and it was moved there from Gum Branch, Ga. Mrs. Carol... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013 via mobile

What a massive disappointment. Staff only cares about field trips. Only 1 staff member was actually friendly to my 3 year old. Others told him to be quite. He's 3 sorry! Long walks of nothing. Was good walk but I came to see animals. 2 major exhibits closed. No heads up before entering. I would say good for class field... More

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