4 wildlife parks to visit in the Var
The Côte d’Azur’s wildlife parks open their doors and invite you to discover a wide variety of local and international flora and fauna. It’s magical to be able to admire animals from the four corners of the globe!
It’s a constant source of wonder for young and old alike!
We’ve selected 4 Var wildlife parks for you to visit during your stay on the Presqu’île de Giens!
Tropical Zoological Garden at La Londe-les-Maures
The Jardin Zoologique Tropical de la Londe-les-Maures is just 30 minutes from the Presqu’îles de Giens.
This exotic garden, classified as a “Jardin Remarquable”, is home to numerous floral species from several continents: bamboos, Mexican gardens, desert plants, palm groves and tropical gardens. You’ll see a large collection of succulents, yuccas and agaves.
During your visit, you’ll also have the chance to admire a wide variety of wildlife! You’ll discover parrots, hornbills, lemurs, wallabies, meerkats, turtles and many other species… One thing’s for sure, you won’t be disappointed!
The Tropical Zoological Garden is full of surprises!
Jardin Écologique et Animalier Forever in Le Pradet
The Jardin Écologique et Animalier, located in Le Pradet and around 17 kilometers from the Giens campsites, was created in 2010 on the initiative of the Forever association.
During your visit, you’ll discover a 5000m2 educational garden and farm. This is an accompanying educational project developed by the Forever association, with the aim of maintaining and improving the environment and living conditions on earth.
The Ecological and Animal Garden is open all year round. It can be visited in four different ways: “playfully ” – on your own, “botanically ” – through plant interpretation trails, “thematically ” – during various workshops, or “ecologically ” – through ecogestures.
Tropical Zoological Garden at La Londe-les-Maures
Located just 40 kilometers from the Presqu’Île de Giens, the Jardin Exotique de Sanary-sur-Mer is also home to a wide variety of flora and fauna.
Along the way, you’ll see over sixty species of animals and a vast collection of tropical plants!
On the programme: armadillos, otters, macaws, cassowaries, iguanas, caimans, turtles and carnivorous plants!
An exceptional garden that plunges you, for an afternoon, into another world… It’s a real discovery and a pleasant moment to share for young and old alike.
Animal and botanical park at Le Cannet des Maures
The Parc animalier et botanique du Cannet des Maures is about 65 kilometers from the Presqu’Île Giens. Located at the foot of the Maures plain, the park enjoys an exotic setting and a typically Mediterranean climate.
Almost four hectares are occupied by numerous rare animal and plant species! The animal park also organizes a wide range of events, allowing you to enjoy the animals to the full!
Come and enjoy your visit to the park, in the company of unique wildlife and in an idyllic setting.
Discover Camping Clair de Lune and its accommodation, located near the Îles d’Or.
