With it?s four cascading waterfalls, exotic birds, alligators, and numerous paths surrounded by lakes it is hard for visitors to fathom that they are a mere 15 minutes from downtown. Over the past 28 years Garden of the Groves has not only been applauded for their commitment to preserving wildlife in a natural setting, but for their increasing fame for providing a beautiful atmosphere in which to get married. Gardens of the Grove boasts an array of wildlife. Guests can visit the American Alligator Exhibit, a 250 foot exhibit that is home to these mysterious animals. Special alligator feedings are held at 11:15 am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. In an effort to steep up environmental awareness programs that are currently being taught in Bahamian schools, the staff at Garden of the Groves have recently adopted two Bahamian raccoons, Froot and Loop. Children will love the Kid Zone which features a petting zoo. Here kids can feed and learn about animals such as African Pigmy goats and Vietnamese pot bellied pigs. Feed stations are also located throughout the gardens so guests can take advantage of the opportunity to feed exotic fish, ducks, and geese. Tourists are also able to catch these unique experiences on film. Photographers will take pictures of guests with Julia, a cockatoo or Amber a beautiful Harlequin Macaw. Over 200 migrating and local birds, iguanas, and curly-tailed lizards can also be found throughout the gardens.