One-of-a-kind wildlife experience coming exclusively to Orlando
A new animal experience is coming to International Drive. Sloth World, the world’s first and only Slotharium, plans to open in February 2026, offering guests a guided, small-group experience inside a rainforest-style habitat where sloths live freely among lush trees, vines and natural climbing structures.
Unlike traditional animal attractions, Sloth World has no cages, enclosures, or glass barriers separating guests from the environment. Instead, visitors step directly into the sloths' rainforest-style home, observing them as they move, eat, climb, and rest naturally in a peaceful, open-air setting built entirely around their comfort. The entire experience is designed around conservation and education, helping guests understand how sloths live, why their natural behaviors matter, and how habitat protection efforts support the species worldwide.
Located at 6582 International Drive, the 7,500-square-foot space will be home to more than 40 sloths across multiple species, including babies born on site. With an intentionally calm layout and limited capacity, Sloth World creates an intimate, serene experience, even in the heart of Orlando's tourism corridor.
Every visit is a ticketed, small-group guided tour led by Sloth World Ambassadors—animal science professionals who specialize in sloth behavior. Tours are intimate and structured, ensuring the animals’ comfort comes first. All interactions are intentionally hands-off and education-based, reflecting Sloth World’s commitment to ethical animal practices while giving guests a rare opportunity to observe natural sloth behaviors up close.
“We want guests to feel like they’ve stepped into the sloths’ world—not the other way around,” said Pete Bandre, Vice President of Sloth World. “There are no cages or barriers—you step right into their environment. It’s peaceful, natural and unlike anything else. We want every visitor to walk out with a deeper understanding of how extraordinary these animals are, why their protection matters, and how simple actions can help support sloth populations around the world.”
Sloth World will operate 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, including holidays. Tickets are $49, with presales already underway and early tours expected to sell out months in advance.
Sloth World opens February 2026. Tickets and information are available at www.slothworld.com
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About Sloth World
Sloth World is the world’s first and only immersive Slotharium, located on International Drive in Orlando, Florida. Created by owner Ben Agresta, Sloth World houses more than 40 sloths from multiple species in a barrier-free rainforest habitat designed exclusively for their comfort. Inspired by Agresta’s first sloth, Brucie, Sloth World combines immersive habitat design with education-focused programming to build awareness and inspire conservation action. A portion of all revenue supports sloth rescue and habitat protection initiatives in Guyana, Costa Rica, Peru and other regions. Sloth World opens February 2026. Learn more at www.slothworld.com
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