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RED-FOOTED TORTOISE
CHELONOIDIS CARBONARIA
This species differentiates itself from the others by its shimmering colored scales and its somewhat unusual elongated shape...
RADIATED TORTOISE
ASTROCHELYS RADIATA
Introduced in La Reunion over 150 years ago, it is currently the most owned species on the island.
AFRICAN SPURRED TORTOISE
CENTROCHELYS SULCATA
This african species is the third biggest land tortoise in the world. Males can weigh up to 100 kilos when adults.
LEOPARD TORTOISE
STIGMOCHELYS PARDALIS
Second biggest tortoise of the african continent, the loepard tortoise uses its carapace to hide in the vegetation.
ALDABRA GIANT TORTOISE
ALDABRACHELYS GIGANTEA
Biggest land tortoise in the world, males can weigh up to 300 kilos when adults and live up to 200 years.
ASIAN FOREST TORTOISE
MANOURIA EMYS
Heliophobe, this tortoise appreciates fresh and humid spaces.
BELL'S HINGEBACK TORTOISE
KINIXYS BELLIANA
African tortoise, the back of its carapace the tortoise has a 90 degree hinge protecting its rear legs and tail from predators.
ELONGATED TORTOISE
INDOTESTUDO ELONGATA
This tortoise has an elongated carapace and its nose as well as its eyes turn pink during mating season.
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).
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.
Tools for school groups
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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