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GOOD TO KNOW - BEFORE YOUR VISIT
ENCLOSURE OF THE ALDABRA GIANT TORTOISES
During your visit, you can access the Aldabra Giant Tortoises' enclosure to approach, feed, caress and take pictures of them.
Opening hours : from 09:00 am to 12:00 p.m and from 01:15 p.m to 04:30 p.m.
IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER , we may have to close this feeding enclosure. Composed of an earthy substrate that becomes muddy and slippery, this closure ensures your safety as best as possible.
If in doubt about the weather, we recommend that you contact us before traveling.
THE LIFE RHYTHM OF TORTOISES
Le Jardin des Tortues is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the ticket office closes at 4:00 p.m.
It is important to note that tortoises' activity DECREASES as the day goes on .
Indeed, whether in summer or winter, changes in temperature cause the turtles to gradually retreat to indulge in a well-deserved nap! Therefore, in order to fully enjoy your visit, it is recommended not to arrive too late on the site (before 3:30 p.m. being the most optimal).
ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY
Le Jardin des Tortues is pleased to announce the establishment of “Animal Keeper for a Day” mornings.
For 5 hours, become an animal caregiver and support the Garden team in carrying out their various missions.
In the program :
* Feeding tortoises * Cleaning the nursery * Feeding juvenile tortoises
* Cleaning of enclosures * Feeding of aquatic turtles
If the adventure tempts you, here is the information to remember:
Date: Wednesdays , except during school holiday periods (high traffic)
Hours: From 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (snack included: coffee, tea or cold drink + pastries)
PRICE N°1 : €70 per person from 13 years old
PRICE N°2 : €105 for a child between 10 and 13 years old with an accompanying person
WE CAN ACCOMMODATE A MAXIMUM OF 3 PEOPLE FOR ONE MORNING (accompanying person included)
At the end of this morning, you will receive:
* A Le Jardin des Tortues t-shirt * A Le Jardin des Tortues cap * A “Animal Keeper for a Day” diploma
Please note that those accompanying people over 13 years old will have to pay their entry fee & wait for the Garden to open at 8:30 a.m. to make their visit :)
For more information, do not hesitate to contact the switchboard on 0262 221 500 or by email.
See you soon !
Tools for school groups
KIOSK : GUÉTALI
The “Guétali” kiosk can be reserved for different occasions:
Birthday snack (capacity: around twenty children)
Family meal (capacity: around fifteen people)
Business meeting (capacity: around fifteen people)
The Guétali is a covered kiosk located at the end of the route near the educational room and close to the ticket office and the parking lot. It is equipped with a fridge - freezer, tables and benches.
Any additional equipment is the responsibility of the visitor (portable radio, speaker, etc.)
Rental price: €50
/!\ Attention /!\ Kiosk rental does not include entrance fees. These must be purchased separately upon arrival.
Please note that access to the Guétali kiosk is via stairs and may therefore not be suitable for people with reduced mobility.
MEANS OF TRANSPORT
BY CAR
From the Route des Tamarins
• Take the “Les Avirons” exit
• Follow the direction “Les Avirons” until the entrance to the town
• At the first roundabout (Carmel), take the first exit (right)
• At the SDIS (fire brigade) intersection, turn right onto Chemin Numéro Un
• The Jardin des Tortues is located about 700m, also on the right after a car garage
• You have arrived at your destination :)
BY BUS
• Alternéo bus n°86 :
Stop CHEMIN COUR RENAUD,
just a few meters from Le Jardin des Tortues
• Car Jaune - S4
Stop at Gare des Avirons, requires a walk of around fifteen minutes to reach Le Jardin des Tortues
We invite you to keep informed of possible disruptions on the lines by consulting the sites www.carjaune.re and www.alterneo.re.
Rules & regulations
Opening days
Advices & Infos
Dos and Don'ts
Giant Tortoises Enclosure
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