Zoo nature center

The Zoo Nature Center at Kulaqua Retreat and Conference Center is a unique wildlife attraction nestled within a Christian retreat facility in High Springs, Florida. Having served groups for over 60 years, Kulaqua houses a fascinating collection of rescue animals in modernized, naturalistic enclosures, including lions, tigers, black panthers, boa constrictors, lemurs, alpacas, tortoises, and hedgehogs. Guests can enjoy intimate animal encounters such as reptile petting sessions, amphibian educational demonstrations, and special animal presentations. The zoo operates both as an activity for retreat and conference guests and as a standalone destination for educational day visits, offering a distinctive blend of wildlife discovery and spiritual retreat in a serene, natural setting near Gainesville.