Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure in Panama City Beach, Florida, is a great outdoor amusement park that the entire family will enjoy.
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Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure
IF you are looking for a family friendly things to do in Panama City Beach, Florida you are going to love Swampy Jack's!
You get to decide which attractions you want to enjoy and how many of them you check out. Admission to Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure is free. You pay based on the rides and attractions you want to include in your personal adventure.
Attractions at Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure
The attractions range in level of thrill and excitement, so there is something for all age groups. Little ones will enjoy the carousel and spin coaster. Older kids and thrill seekers will enjoy the Screamin' swing, scrambler dark ride, and Go Karts!
Marrakesh Road Rally Go-Karts - $12 per driver
Face off with fellow racers as you drive an electric go-kart through the deserts of Morocco. Collect power-ups similar to what you find in the Mario Kart Video Game along the way and use them to overtake other karts.
- Must be 56″ tall to drive in the Pro Race
- Must be 52″ tall to drive in the Junior Race
- Passenger must be at least 36" tall and 4 years old with driver of 16 or older
- Close toed shoes with a back-strap are required for drivers aned passengers
A limited number of close-toed Crocs are available per race for use - Loose hair and clothing must be secured before race
- Storage baskets available during race
The Ruins of Angkor Wat Mini Golf Course - $12 per entry
Enjoy this themed PCB Mini Golf Course with water features, hidden temple of water spirits, fountain of tranquility, and more.
Screamin' Swing - $7 per ride
Get ready for a high flying swing ride! The Screamin' Swing is right when you get to Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure! You will hear the squeals and screams when you get out of the car.
Eye of the Kraken Tower Swing - $5 per ride
Take a spin on the Kraken Tower Swing and get an epic fun view of the entire park.
Yacuma Wipe Out - $5 per ride
Get ready to spin as the wheel tilts to a steep angle.
Blue Hole Spinning Bumper Cars - $5 per ride
Check out the indoor bumper car attraction that has two levers for greater freedom of movement. Don't be surprised when your car decides to start driving and spinning on its own!
- 36″, 3 years old, and 65 Ib or less to ride with an adult
- 36″ and 5 years old to drive bumper cars.
Herschell Spillman Classic Carousel - $3 per ride
You can't go wrong with a ride on a classic carousel! The perfect chill ride for the entire family.
Spin Coaster - $3 per ride
This small figure-eight coaster is perfect for little ones who want the thrill of a coaster without a giant drop. There are four linked cars with independent rotation, so each car spins based on the weight distribution of the car's riders.
Swamp Ape Scrambler Dark Ride - $7 per ride
This indoor scrambler ride takes you on an adventure through the Florida Everglades with Swampy Jack.
Midway Games - Basketball Shots, Ring Toss, Goblet Toss
Wongo Card Options
Pay as you Go - Load your Wongo Card and pay per attraction
2-Hour Card - Pay for unlimited use for two hours on The Ruins Mini-Golf, Swamp Ape, Kraken Tower Swing, Blue Hole Bumper Cars, Yacuma Wipe Out, Carousel, and the Spin Coaster.
We used our POGO Pass to save on our trip.
Swampy's Cantina
Enjoy a great meal while taking a break from the Swampy Jack's Adventure rides.
Dinner options - Street tacos, Bar-B-Q Sandwich, Hamburger, Chicken Tenders, Flat bread pizza, Turkey Leg, Chili Dog, Hot dog, Fries, Nachos with chili and queso, Fried pickles, Gator Bites
Dessert Options - Funnel Cake Fries, Funnel Cake, Popcorn, Kettlecorn, Cotton Candy, Hawaiian Shaved ice, Candy
Drink options - Fountain sodas, bottled sodas, sports drinks, bottled water, Domestic and craft beer, wine, and seltzer.
Why you will love Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure
- Fun for locals and visitors
- Great for kids
- PCB Themed Park
Things to know when planning a visit to Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure
Address - 284 Powell Adams Road., Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Located on the east side of Pier Park.
Phone - 850-234-9973
Hours - 5 pm to 12 am daily during the summer.
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Entrance Fee - Entrance is free; each attraction is priced per ride.
We used our Emerald Coast GetOut Pass, which includes a $10 credit on your WONGO Card. Plus over $600 in entrance fees to other attractions including Shipwreck Island, Man in the Sea Museum, and more.
Accessibility - There are accessible parking spaces near the front entrance. The path through Swampy Jack's is paved.
Plus Size Seating - It is really going to depend on each person and the ride.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual, you may need closed toed shoes for some rides
Pets -
Parking - There is a nice size parking lot at the front entrance of Swampy Jack's
PCB Restaurants and Attractions nearby
The Wicked Wheel - a great family-friendly restaurant that serves up a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
WonderWorks Panama City Beach - Over 100 hands-on attractions that everyone will love.
Goofy Golf PCB - Fun outdoor mini golf that is over 50 years old with huge sculptures.
St. Andrews State Park - Gorgeous beaches, dolphin tours, and epic sunset views
Panama City Beach Tours
Dolphin Cruises - Head out on the water looking for Bottlenose dolphins and other marine wildlife on these great tours. Book tours HERE
Shell Island Tours - One of the most popular adventures in PCB! Head out to Shell Island and enjoy this tropical island. Book tours HERE
Helicopter Tours - Check out the crystal blue water, attractions and beach from the air on a great helicopter tour. Book tours HERE
Deep Sea Fishing Charters - Enjoy some of the world's best fishing! Book tours HERE
Sunset Cruises - One of our favorite things to do in PCB is enjoy a sunset cruise. The sunsets over the water are truly amazing. Book tours HERE
Click HERE to see all of the top rated tours and activities in Panama City Beach.
Panama City Beach Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have stayed at each of these lodging options:
Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort - Book your Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort stay here.
Use code GCJ for a discount on stays with a minimum of 3 nights for Surf Bungalows and 4 nights for Resort Cottages.
Springhill Suites Panama City Beach Beachfront: Enjoy epic views of the Gulf of Mexico, an unbelievable pool with a lazy river, and easy beach access.
Marriotts Legends Edge at Bay Point: Stay in a gorgeous two-bedroom condo with a full kitchen, living room, and two bathrooms.
Townplace Suites Pier Park - Great hotel with kitchens, and living space to enjoy on your trip.
The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.
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