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Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a renowned tourist attraction, animal hospital, education center, event venue, wildlife refuge, and wildlife park located at 17855 Rocky Pines Rd, Jupiter, FL 33478. As a leading destination for animal lovers and nature enthusiasts, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary offers a unique opportunity to experience and learn about a wide variety of native Florida wildlife. Our dedicated team of professionals provides care and support for injured, orphaned, or sick animals, ensuring their well-being and eventual release back into their natural habitats. Visitors to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary can embark on an unforgettable journey through our extensive wildlife park, where they can witness up-close encounters with magnificent creatures such as bobcats, panthers, eagles, and more. Our knowledgeable staff conducts educational tours, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of wildlife conservation and the intricate ecosystems that support them. In addition to being an educational center, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary also serves as a unique event venue. Whether you're planning a corporate gathering, a birthday party, or a wedding, our picturesque surroundings provide a magical backdrop for any occasion. With our flexible event spaces and experienced event planning team, we ensure that every detail exceeds your expectations. At Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, we are committed to promoting awareness and appreciation for the natural world. We invite you to explore our sanctuary, immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, and learn about the incredible wildlife that calls Florida home. Come and experience the wonders of Busch Wildlife Sanctuary today!

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NEW GRACE
NEW GRACE -Local Guide
2 years ago
A work to admire and support!It is important to mention that this place is not a zoo. They rescue sick, injured, or orphaned native Florida wildlife. It is a non-profit organization. They rescue, rehab and release. Their goal after rehab is to release the healthy...Read More
Grace Marrero
Grace Marrero
11 months ago
Busch Wildlife is truly my happy place. This Sanctuary is filled with so much love, attention, and work from the staff to make a beautiful sanctuary for the animals to thrive and for people to learn and escape. From children to grandparents, Busch is a...Read More
Clare Madrigal
Clare Madrigal -Local Guide
5 years ago
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter, FL is a rescue, rehab, release animal sanctuary. Some animals can’t be released due to injury and often due to humans they cannot be released. Such as the two black bears who are orphans thanks to hunters who killed their...Read More
Onewayout
Onewayout -Local Guide
6 years ago
Awesome place to take the family or date out. It's cheap; runs off of donations so even if you put a dollar in each of the baskets for each animal youll only spend 10. Maybe less. No need to spend crazy amounts of cash. ...Read More
A D
A D -Local Guide
5 years ago
Great place that i recomend. They are based on donations to help the animal and to keep their environment. So if you go help contributing because it's free admission. If you want to know more about this place go to their website, also you can...Read More
Peggy Sterling
Peggy Sterling -Local Guide
3 years ago
I had the most enjoyable time walking and gazing at all the wildlife ... pleasantly surprised to learn it is free and accepts donations. I saw families enjoying the surroundings as much as me. Below are a few photos I took of what I saw...Read More
Ryan Mackman, MBA, MHA
Ryan Mackman, MBA, MHA -Local Guide
6 months ago
We actually came here because we found a very sick squirrel near our house. It was recommended that we bring the squirrel here for medical care. This was absolutely the right choice as they were able to help our little buddy. They also have a...Read More
Jennifer Jamason
Jennifer Jamason -Local Guide
a year ago
We've been here several times and our last visit was a bit disappointing. I have to remind myself this is a sanctuary, not a zoo so the exhibits are not always full. It's a great place to see Florida wildlife and appreciate...Read More
Jimmy Brennan
Jimmy Brennan -Local Guide
a year ago
Great experience. Took family (and toddler). No tickets required, just make a donation of your choice. Good variety of animals. Decent size. They provided a free educational show where they brought out several animals and taught the audience about the animals and the work that...Read More
Florida Native
Florida Native -Local Guide
a month ago
Love this place. Very educational and great place to bring kids. They take in injured wildlife and illegal pets.Restrooms: Very clean.
Sarah Shapiro
Sarah Shapiro -Local Guide
10 months ago
5/5 for their sanctuary work. 3/5 as a tourist attraction.The old location was incredible, nestled in thick cover, with lots of animals to see and many docents to answer questions and share stories -- we spent a couple hours there last year.The new location is...Read More
Marla
Marla -Local Guide
4 years ago
Amazing place! This is a wildlife rehab centre but what is even more amazing is that they have a kind of “zoo” sanctuary for animals that can’t be released back into the wild. You can go visit all of the animals for free but there...Read More
Brian Kupchik
Brian Kupchik -Local Guide
a year ago
Free entry!!!You never hear that anymore.... But this place is more of a rescue and education center than a profit based zoo. That said, it is a lot like a small zoo with all types of Florida's local fauna. I knew...Read More
Aditya Narayanan
Aditya Narayanan -Local Guide
2 years ago
Don’t come here expecting a San Diego Zoo… then you’ll have a great time! While it is small and humble, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter is always a joy to visit. It is completely free (and therefore relies on essential donations) and one can see...Read More
Emily Carruthers
Emily Carruthers -Local Guide
a year ago
Beautiful centre! Brand new, outdoor wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary. I saw animals that I've never seen before.Pro's: lots of parking. Lots of washrooms. Friendly greeter at entrance who explains what they are, what they do, and how they are funded. Which leads to the entrance fee:...Read More
Joselin Perez
Joselin Perez -Local Guide
6 months ago
They have this place very clean. The animals look like they are very well taken care of.Playground: Really cute small play area for little kids.
Jorge Campos
Jorge Campos -Local Guide
6 months ago
Beautiful place, my family and I observed an animal keeper interact with an eagle. They were so caring of the animals. I truly enjoyed my visit and have become a donor. Great place to take the kids.Playground: Great playgroundRestrooms: Multiple clean bathroomsPicnic area: Large picnic...Read More
Borrowed Time99
Borrowed Time99 -Local Guide
a year ago
This is not a zoo it's a sanctuary where they rehabilitate injured animals to hopefully be released back into the wild. It's educational a place where kids can learn about the animals. It is small but wonderful. They have a small walking path where animals...Read More
Valerie McPherson
Valerie McPherson -Local Guide
5 years ago
I was very impressed with Busch Wildlife Sanctuary. It is great to see that animals that would not be able to survive in the wild can be given a safe place to live. The grounds were well maintained and shady which is always nice...Read More
NIcholas Puck
NIcholas Puck -Local Guide
3 years ago
Alla Mitrofanova
Alla Mitrofanova -Local Guide
10 months ago
Nice place to spend a family day. A lot of different species. Very clean facility.Playground: Toddler playgroundRestrooms: Many. Very clean.Picnic area: Tables are available for a little picnic time.
Ana Sofia Araiza
Ana Sofia Araiza -Local Guide
a year ago
Went to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary with my brother’s cub a tour troop. It was a fun experience.Just rating 4/5 stars because the lady in the panther encounter was very rude to my dad and some other people filming the panther and the information she was...Read More
Lynda Tatara
Lynda Tatara -Local Guide
a year ago
We had a wonderful time here. It was one of our family holiday outings. Beautiful area with lots of old Florida feeling. Animals interesting, had no idea they are roaming out there. Bears, large cats etc. Glad there is a place like this to care...Read More
DnMC98
DnMC98 -Local Guide
2 months ago
Super disappointed they do not cater to the disabled. They have no wheelchairs for those that may be elderly or unable to walk the grounds. I realize they are a non-profit, but you can buy ONE wheelchair for $100, then rent them for $5 or...Read More
Gardening With Maura
Gardening With Maura
3 weeks ago
My daugher Sara and I had the pleasure of visiting Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in the new Jupiter Farms location. What a great experience for learning about wildlife in Florida. The educational activities were interactive and appropriate for all visitors young and old. ...Read More
Irisa Davis
Irisa Davis
3 months ago
I loved taking my son here. It was nice to be able to have a free resource for homeschool. It is still a great resource but the relocation is disappointing. Everything is too new too modern looking. The new enclosures look big and comfy for...Read More
ASHLEY GOERNDT
ASHLEY GOERNDT
4 months ago
I love the work they do... helping and rehabilitating animals but the new location is not shady enough. They need to plant more of the shady type of trees. It was very hot.. the panther looked so uncomfortable. Panting way too hard. I didn't see...Read More
Carmen Uber
Carmen Uber
4 months ago
Years ago I took my children here when BWS was on Center Street in Jupiter. There were lots of animals and it was a beautiful shady walk. I still remember a macaw named Budweiser. Yesterday, we went to the new location. ...Read More
toni parente
toni parente
2 months ago
we saved a baby raccoon, feed, bathed and played with for over a week until we had time to take the 45 min drive to drop him off, thinking we were taking him to a safe place. To find out they kill them to...Read More
Bobbi Sievers
Bobbi Sievers -Local Guide
3 months ago
Such a nice park. It's by donation only to enter... But, i think you're pressured to, as there is someone sitting at the entrance with 3 card machines, $10, $20 & $30 options.Playground: Nice little playground by the bird exhibitRestrooms: Clean!!Picnic area: Plenty...Read More

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