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RÉSERVE AFRICAINE DE SIGEAN
Last update 28/03/2024
RD 6009, 19 chemin Hameau du lac 11130 SIGEAN
+33 4 68 48 20 20
www.reserveafricainesigean.fr
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An ideal day out if you’re looking for amusement and adventure, the park is open 365 days a year. It is constantly being expanded. More than 3,800 animals live in almost 300 hectares of woods, lagoons and ‘garrigue’ (scented scrubland. Visits include a drive through the enclosure with its lions, Tibetan bears, giraffes and rhinoceroses and a pedestrian tour to meet dromedaries, chimpanzees, alligators. As you pass beside the lagoons, you’ll be amazed by the sight of more than 1000 birds: flamingos, ibis, storks, pelicans and many more. Open 09:00 to 18:30 in summer and 16:00 in winter. Minimum time for group visits: 1 hour in a bus, 3 hours on foot.
Spoken languages : English, Catalan, Spanish
From October 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
From July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024
From September 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024
- Full fare : 33,00€
- Rate for children : 24,00€
- Child group rate : 16,00€
- Family rate : from 123,00€
- Grown-ups group : 28,00€
- Full fare : 14,50€
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Réserve Africaine de Sigean
Languedoc-Roussillon
Opened in 1974, this 300-hectare wildlife reserve aims to recreate the atmosphere of the African savannah – a climate not all that different from the Languedoc’s dry and dusty plains. Lions, white rhinos, warthogs, giraffes and zebras are just a few of the 160 species on show, with some 3800 animals here in all. Some areas are drive-through, while others you explore on foot. The reserve is off the A9, 17km south of Narbonne.
19 chemin Hameau du Lac. Sigean
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The Sigean African Reserve
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An important conservation area for the natural environment and endangered animal species, the Sigean African Reserve, nestling on the edge of the Bages-Sigean lagoons, is home to nearly 900 mammals, 600 reptiles and 2,000 birds living in its 300 hectares in semi-captivity.
Open to the public throughout the year, the Sigean Reserve provides two ways to enjoy the space:
A trip of about an hour by car, passing through the African Bush, the Tibetan bear park, the lion park and the African savannah, where you can admire white rhinoceroses, zebra and Somalian donkeys, amongst others.
There's a walking circuit of about three hours, for adults and children to go in search of antelopes, ostriches and other animals of the African plain. In the course of your walk you can also find the chimpanzees' island, the vivarium and the Œil de Ca lake, dotted with pink flamingos and pink-backed pelicans...
Additional information The Sigean African Reserve
Located in the South of France between Narbonne and Perpignan on the Mediterranean coast and along the ponds that dot the Languedoc coast, the Sigean African Reserve is home to over 3800 animals, a little more than 300 hectares. semi-natural animal park, the available space is large enough for the animals remain wild and fully express their natural behavior.
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South of France with kids: Sigean African Safari park
- Last updated on 26 November 2021 .
Written by Go Languedoc.
South of France with kids: Sigean African Safari park, France
It is a good 18 months since we took our boys here, but they still talk about it. The safari park is very well laid out and has a great selection animals all within spacious enclosure. When we went the Pink Flamingos were flying in. It is well worth the visit, although I can imagine it gets busy in the Summer.
Prices: from memory it was quite expensive to get into the Sigean African Safari park, but you can take your own food in to even out the cost. I think it was around €60 for the car.
Getting there: Sigean African Safari park is located south of Narbonne off the A9 at junction 39. You can't miss it, it is signposted from Paris!! For further details please visit: Sigean African Safari park, France .
A good (cheaper) alternative to Sigean African Safari is Montpellier Zoo. The zoo is free to get into and you can easily spend a day wandering around this large park. See Montpellier zoo for more details.
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Camping Sigean safari park
During your camping holiday, cross the continents and get into the safari spirit! The Sigean safari park, a few miles from your campsite, between Narbonne and Perpignan, is a place like no other.
In your car or on foot, explore this large semi-natural wildlife park and marvel at the African animals.
Réserve Africaine de Sigean 19 Chemin Hameau du Lac
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Sigean Wildlife Park : a safari adventure in the heart of Occitania
Take your little tribe to the Sigean African Reserve between Narbonne and Perpignan, and enjoy an original experience during a safari in the bush and the savannah. A hymn to nature and wildlife to add an even more exotic touch to your holiday in the Aude region !
A little piece of Africa at the heart of the Narbonnaise regional nature park
To spend the day close to wildlife and experience an unforgettable adventure, head for the reserve, between Narbonne and Perpignan in Aude , 35 km from your holiday residence in Occitanie . The Sigean African Reserve is on the Mediterranean coast at the edge of the Narbonnais lakes. It is home to 3,800 animals in semi-captivity in an area over 300 hectares. The reserve aims to help protect the future generations of endangered species. Come and see it!
A day's safari by car and on foot
40 minutes away from Olydea le Neptune Saint-Pierre-la-Mer , our holiday residence, a visit to the Sigean animal park combines a trip by car and on foot. Groups can also opt for a visit to the park in a minibus together with a park guide. A visit take 3 to 4 hours, but you can easily spend the whole day there.
During the 7.5 km (1 hour) visit, you first see the African bush parks, where giraffes, zebra, buffaloes, antelope and ostriches live, and then the Tibetan bear park and the lion park. Next up is the African Savannah, the kingdom of the white rhinoceros, warthogs and the Somali wild ass.
You then swap your car for your walking shoes. A long trail takes you on a journey into natural, wide-open spaces: heathland, pine forest, lakes, marshes, plains and hills. Almost all the animals of Africa can be found here, from African antelopes to chimpanzees, via cheetahs and African wild dogs. Here you can also meet all kinds of feathered friends, including flamingoes, white storks and pink-backed pelicans.
A quick detour to the Tropical House is an opportunity to get up close to American alligators, to watch the turtles, iguana and cameleons and to shudder with fright at the boas and pythons. In short, a total and close-up wildlife immersion!
Useful information - Location : 19 chemin hameau du lac, 11130 Sigean - The park is open all year round. - Online booking at : www.reserveafricainesigean.fr
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Straddling the sea and the surrounding lagoons and mountains, Sigean has plenty to surprise you!
On the edge of the lagoons and at the gateway to the Corbières mountains , this charming town offers stunning scenery and an ancient heritage just waiting to be explored.
As well as being a delightful town, Sigean is also an active one. With its wide range of activities, sailing spots and rich local produce, there's something for everyone!
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Sigean lies at the crossroads of several exceptional sites : the Mediterranean Sea, the Bages-Sigean lakes and the Corbières Massif. Suffice it to say the scenery will take your breath away!
In times gone by, it was also at the crossroads of civilizations . Inhabited since ancient times by the Elisyces, the Romans, and later on the border with the Kingdom of Spain, Sigean has preserved a rich heritage that's still visible today. ! Take a stroll through the historic centre and see for yourself!
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The "Réserve Africaine"
Would you like to go on a safari to see lions , bears, rhinos and giraffes? Discover the Réserve Africaine de Sigean, a 300-hectare park where more than 3,800 animals live in semi-liberty , in conditions allowing them to thrive.
The reserve is visited via a one-hour drive and a three-hour walk.
More details here!
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The perfect nautical base! In the heart of the Bages-Sigean lagoon, the Port Mahon nautical base and its team will welcome you with open arms. What's on the programme: windsurf, wingfoil and kayak activities, including rental, on your own or with a monitor... and plenty of courses!
The lagoon's tranquil setting is ideal for beginners and "mellow” board sports enthusiasts. You can even explore the islands by kayak. A real adventure!
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The "Musée des Corbières"
This archaeological museum retraces the history of Sigean and its pre-Roman oppidum (fortified town).
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In the historic centre and along the Cabanes de Sigean and Port Mahon loops.
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There were no humans watching the baby animals at Sigean Safari Park this spring, but the animals didn’t notice anything different from normal. Their lives continued as serenely as ever, the lack of visitors notwithstanding. Only the birds behaved differently, said Marianne de Jesús, the General Curator Assistant. “We noticed that they occupied their space more fully, instead of staying away from the viewing area. The behaviour of the other animals didn’t change at all.”
This is evidence of a successful strategy of hiding visitors from the animals so they remain unstressed and behave as naturally as possible. It also contrasts to the behaviour of pandas in Hong Kong – who took advantage of lockdown privacy to mate spontaneously for the first time in a decade. “The size of enclosures affects the animals’ behaviour. Our enclosures are very big so animals can hide if they want, and visitors are well disguised from the animals, so they are less disturbed by them. So for many of our animals, the ‘confinement’ didn’t change anything much.”
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African animals in France
The Réserve Africaine de Sigean, between Narbonne and Perpignan, opened in 1974. It now covers around 750 acres, the spacious enclosures housing 160 different species of birds, mammals and reptiles, most of them from Africa. It undertakes scientific research, teaching and conservation as well as controlled breeding programmes. Since opening, there have been more than 10,000 births at the park, including rare species of antelopes, gazelles, giraffes, wallabies and white rhinoceros.
The park is also home to bears, monkeys, chimpanzees, zebras, alligators, and big cats such as lions and leopards. It used to have a small herd of elephants, but no longer has them. “The last of our elephants were moved to Germany some years back, and although there is a plan to get elephants back to the park, it’s very long term,” said Marianne de Jesús. “In the past, elephants’ requirements weren’t as well understood as they are now, so we don’t currently feel we can offer them the best home. They require very specialised care.”
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Elephants, lions, giraffes
Elephants need to live in matriarchal groups; they need vast amounts of space, and can be seen as destructive, enjoying activities like uprooting trees and trampling ponds into mud. “The last elephant born here is now living in Germany, and as part of the European Breeding Programme she is now pregnant, which is great news. We like to keep up with news of animals who were born here.” Many larger animals live in safari-type enclosures, and can be seen by visitors driving through in cars or taking one of the park’s minibus tours around the enclosures. The route through the various spaces is 7.5kms long.
“The lions were fine during the lockdown: we continued driving through their enclosure – so that they remained used to seeing cars. We also let the giraffes out at their usual hours, and the rhinos, bears, and zebras are always outside so nothing changed for them.” Life at the park is as natural as it can be, but there are limits.
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Carnivores and herbivores
Carnivores and herbivores do not live in the same enclosures, meaning the carnivores do not hunt but are fed by the keepers, and the herbivores do not have to flee their predators. For birds such as flamingos, pelicans, and herons however, life is very natural. They live on open wetlands, and stay because they have no reason to leave.
As well as drive-through enclosures, there are vast areas of the park to explore on foot, so visitors to Sigean are advised to wear comfortable shoes and bring a shady hat. Binoculars are also useful for watching animals at a distance, which also adds to the romantic impression of really being on safari in Africa. The circuit can be accomplished in two hours 30 minutes, but only if you don’t dawdle on the way, which is after all the whole point of going on safari. Most families spend an entire day at the park.
Keepers enjoy sharing their knowledge with visitors. “We all really enjoy that side of our job, educating people about African animals. We feel we are ambassadors for the animals, and try to inform the public about wild animals, and about the importance of conserving nature.” Because they have some of Europe’s largest herds of wild animals, zoologists at Sigean are particularly strong on studying animal behaviour in the wild. Other subjects studied include dental problems in carnivores and contraception in chimpanzees.
The important of conservation
Conservation of rare and under-threat species is also important, not just so that zoos have animals but also so that animals bred in captivity can be reintroduced to the wild. This is not easy, however, especially in Africa where poaching is widespread, civil wars decimate the countryside, and millions of acres of savannah, wetland, and forests are being cleared for agriculture. It is all too probable that many species will disappear from the wild, and will in the future only exist in captivity.
Sumatran tigers, for example, are threatened because only 7% of their natural habitat remains, and only around 100 Sumatran tigers still live in the wild. They are threatened by habitat destruction and poaching, for trade of animal parts as traditional oriental medicine or trophies. In 2011, 2013 and 2015, as a result of the breeding programme, a Sumatran tiger called Kirana gave birth to three cubs at Chester Zoo in the UK.
Gorilla breeding has been managed by the programme since 1987, and almost all gorillas introduced into new groups produced offspring within two years, meaning that the Gorilla population is sustainable and genetically healthy. This is why zoos do not simply breed the animals they have but coordinate breeding programmes via the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA), which organises animal exchanges and relocations, to ensure captive populations remain genetically healthy, and behaviourally wild.
The park at Sigean is taking part in 42 captive breeding programmes, and in 2019 it also donated €70,000 to animal conservation projects in Africa including J.A.C.K. which takes-in and cares for orphan chimps. Sigean, like all other establishments in the scheme, was forced to pause its participation in the European Breeding Programme during confinement. “It will be good to restart the programme. We have animals here waiting to be relocated, and are also waiting for animals to arrive, but this can only happen when it is safe for them and for their human keepers to travel.”
Educational schemes
The park also runs educational schemes, supplying preparation materials to schools planning a visit to the park, for example, as well as guides who accompany educational groups throughout their visit to the park, helping people spot the animals, understand their behaviour and their interaction with their habitat. They also run teaching sessions for small groups of children on subjects including biological classification, reproduction, and feeding. The safari park is supported by an association called 'Les Amis de la Réserve Africaine de Sigean' which raises money, awareness, develops and contributes teaching materials, and also publishes newsletters, posters and books.
The park is open all year round, employing 82 people (plus an extra 55 seasonal workers in the summer) and distributing three tonnes of animal food a day – 198kg of fruit and vegetables, 134kg of dry bread, 75kg of meat, 101kg of fish, 511kg of grain and pellets, plus 1,518kg of forage. It has its own veterinary clinic and laboratory on site.
This year there have been baby antelopes, springboks, buffalos, leopards and painted dogs. “We’re also enjoying the antics of our three-year old chimp who is full of tricks.” The other great time to visit is in September, as the weather begins to cool. At the time of going to print, it wasn’t certain what hours the safari park would open in 2020 summer, nor were there details of hygiene precautions.
Keepers have been wearing masks when it has been impossible to practice social distancing (when treating animals in the infirmary for example), and the public may be required to wear them when visiting. It was also not known what catering arrangements will be in place. So check the website (reserveafricainesigean.fr) before planning a visit.
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Safaripark Sigean: Aug in Aug mit Afrika
„Achtung, Lebensgefahr!“, warnt ein Schild am Stacheldrahtzaun. Wenig weiter taucht im Grün ein schwarzer Totenkopf auf, leuchtend rot durchkreuzt. Doch um uns herum nur Karst und Teiche, sumpfiges Grasland und gelb verbrannte Steppe.
Doch plötzlich zeigt Lara aufgeregt auf eine Anhöhe: Ein halbes Dutzend Löwen döst dort in der Sonne. Wir sind unterwegs in der Réserve Africaine de Sigean , einem 300 Hektar großen Safaripark im Languedoc. Ihr findet ihn nur einen Steinwurf entfernt von der Autobahn A9 Richtung Perpignan.
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Mehr als 3.800 Tiere aus 160 Arten – zu 48 Prozent Vögel, 29 Prozent Reptilien und 23 Prozent Säugetiere – lassen sich dort im Süden Frankreichs seit mehr als 40 Jahren hautnah beobachten.
Erst auf acht Rundkursen im eigenen Auto oder bei einer geführten Tour im Minibus, dann zu Fuß im ausgedehnten konventionellen Zoo mit Schimpansen-Insel, Elefantengehege, Solarhaus für Krokodile und afrikanischer Savanne, die sich Zebra, Gnu und Co. teilen.
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1971 hatten Paul de la Panouse und Daniel de Monfreid die Idee zu ihrem Tierpark. Im April 1974 war Eröffnung. Drei Jahre später wurde bereits der einmillionste Besucher begrüßt.
Heute kommen jährlich mehr als 330.000 Besucher im Jahr, davon zwölf Prozent aus dem Ausland. Sie machen die Réserve Africaine nach der Cité von Carcassonne zur Nummer zwei der besucherstärksten Tourismusattraktionen der Region. 365 Tage im Jahr erlebt ihr dort Afrika hautnah.
Der Tierpark ist zudem ein wichtiger regionaler Arbeitgeber. 70 festangestellte Mitarbeiter und 55 Saisonkräfte sorgen für den reibungslosen Betrieb des Zoos.
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Afrika im Auto
Nach dem Eingangstor, wo ihr vom Wagen aus Tickets und Faltplan erhaltet, fahrt ihr im Schritttempo – empfohlen: 10 km/h – durch die Freigehege. „Fenster stets geschlossen halten. Und nicht anhalten“, geben mehrsprachige Schilder die Verhaltensregeln vor.
Da stolziert auch schon ein Strauß direkt vor uns auf der Fahrbahn und schaut bei jedem Fahrzeug durch die Scheibe. „So richtig dick ist Autoglas ja nicht“, geht mir durch den Kopf. „Wie nah wohl die Löwen kommen….“
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Doch jetzt erspähen wir im weiten Buschland nur Herden von Impalas und Onagera, lagern Gnus im Grün und machen in der Ferne Springböcke, Gazellen und Antilopen aus. An einem Bachlauf grätschen Giraffen und lassen ihre blaue Zunge ins Wasser schnellen.
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Unter der breiten Krone einer Pinie suchen Watussi-Rinder Schatten. Andere lagern nahe einer Wasserstelle. Auch Sitatunga (Wasserkudus) sollen sich hier verstecken. Doch wo nur?
Doch da drängelt schon mein Hintermann. Weiter in der Autokolonne, hin zu den Tibetbären und afrikanischen Löwen, die im Hochsicherheitstrakt des Tierparks daheim sind.
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Als Puffer folgt danach wieder Savannenland mit Gazellen, somalischen Eseln, Giraffen und tonnenschweren Nashörnern. Und wie der Strauß am Eingang begleitet uns jetzt ein Zebra hin zum Ausgang des ersten Teils, in dem die Zeit nur so verflogen ist. Waren wir wirklich schon fast zwei Stunden in Frankreichs Afrika?
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Afrika zu Fuß
Jetzt geht es zu Fuß weiter durch Afrika. Am Étang de l’Oeil de Ca treffen sich Flamingos, Enten, Pelikane, Störche. Auf einer Holzschwebebrücke könnt ihr nach Geparden im Unterholz Ausschau halten.
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Die Schimpansen, die die Affeninsel bewohnen, zeigten 1996 ihre Malereien bei einer großen Ausstellung im Tierpark.
Engagiert in der Arterhaltung
Neben den Freizeitangeboten mit Führungen zu Fuß und im Minibus, Unterrichtsprogrammen für Schulklassen und Gruppen, widmet sich der Zoo von Sigean auch der Forschung und dem Artenerhalt im Rahmen des Europäischen Erhaltungszuchtprogrammes (EEP).
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So erblickte 1994 der erste in Frankreich geborene Somali-Esel in Sigean das Licht der Welt. Weltweit gibt es jährlich nur zehn Geburten.
Bei der Onager-Zucht arbeitet der Safaripark von Sigean eng mit Tierpark Hagenbeck in Hamburg zusammen. Bei der Schimpansen-Zucht kooperiert der Safaripark von Sigean mit dem Zoo von Kopenhagen, beim Arterhalt der Afrikanischen Elefanten mit dem Tiergarten Schönbrunn in Wien.
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2012 wurde erstmals Nachwuchs vom weißen Nilpferd im Park geboren; ein zweites weibliches Rhino-Baby folgte im Jahr 2013.
Seit der Gründung der Réserve Africaine de Sigean gab es mehr als 10.000 Mal tierischen Nachwuchs. Finanziert werden die Zuchtbemühungen durch die recht hohen Eintrittsgelder. Wer online bucht, spart.
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Was futtern die Tiere?
Tag für Tag verteilen die Tierpfleger drei Tonnen Futter – darunter 198 Kilogramm Obst und Gemüse, 134 Kilogramm Brot und Gebäck, 75 Kilogramm Fleisch, 101 Kilogramm Fisch, 511 Kilogramm Körner und Granulat und 1.518 Kilogramm sonstiges Futter!
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Sigean: meine Reise-Infos
Réserve africaine.
• D 6009, 19, Chemin Hameau du Lac, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 20 20, www.reserveafricainesigean.fr
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In der Nähe
L.a.c – lieu d’art contemporain.
Ein riesiges altes Weinlager in einem Weiler am Étang de Sigean birgt seit 1991 die wohl aufregendste Adresse für zeitgenössische Kunst im Großraum Narbonne: das L.A.C – Lieu d’Art Contemporain .
Die Galerie, 1991 von Piet Moget und seiner Tochter Layla gegründet, entsprang der Leidenschaft der Familie für moderne Kunst. Jährlich präsentiert das L.A.C. mehrere Ausstellungen renommierter internationaler Künstler.
Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf zeitgenössischer Kunst aus der zweiten Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts und der Gegenwart. Hier könnt ihr die neuesten Entwicklungen und Trends der zeitgenössischen Kunst hautnah erleben. • 1, rue de la berre, Hameau du lac, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 83 62, www.lac.narbonne.art
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Schlemmen und genießen
La cave de théo.
• 82, avenue de Narbonne, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 95 01
La Guimbarde
Gute Burger und andere Kneipengerichte, samstags stets mit Live-Musik. • 11, avenue de Narbonne, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 07 81 61 68 26
Sehr charmantes Grillrestaurant samt Weinbar, 2023 frisch saniert neu eröffnet. • 28, avenue de Perpignan, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 42 76, www.instagram.com/restaurantlepotagersigean
Diese beiden Campingplätze gibt es ganz in der Nähe. Dort könnt ihr auch Hütten mieten.
La Grange Neuve
• 17 La Grange Neuve-Nord, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 58 70, www.campingsigean.com
Camping Ensoya Tohapi
• 54, avenue de Perpignan, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 43 68, www.tohapi.de
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Sigean African Reserve & Other Days Out
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A favourite day out for families is the Sigean African Reserve. Lovers of history and architecture will enjoy the Abbaye de Fontfroide. Cyclists and walkers are within a short drive of the famous Canal du Midi.
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Sigean African Reserve
Just a 20 minute drive from the Chateau de Nevian, you can find the African Wildlife Reserve at Sigean . It is a 300 hectare safari park and home to over 3800 animals that are free to roam in its open spaces. This is an estimate of the numbers as the animals breed so they do not have an exact inventory. They are predominantly African species in the park, ones able to thrive in the climate in the Languedoc – lots of sunshine and mild winters.
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You will see cheetahs, lions, red buffalos, impalas, zebras, springboks, ostriches, giraffes, white rhinoceri and Asiatic bears, along with hundreds of reptiles and birds. You can easily spend a day at the park – as a minimum you need an hour to tour in your vehicle and then a further two to three hours on foot. However, if you have not seen all the animals in the early tour in your car, they advise you to revisit this area of the park later in the day when it will be less busy. Booking in advance is advised. At the time of writing the tickets cost 33 euros for an adult and 24 euros for a child, with family tickets available.
Abbaye de Fontfroide
The Cistercian monastery L’Abbaye de Fontfroide is 15km from Nevian and takes about 15 minutes to drive to. The magnificent architecture, courtyards, cloisters and stunning gardens are worth a visit in their own right but it also holds regular events and concerts throughout the year. If you time your visit well you may be serenaded by an orchestra, experience life in Mediaeval times at an immersive history event or enjoy the floral splendour of The Fete des Plantes.
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It was originally founded in 1093 as a Benedictine Monastery but then affiliated to the Cistercian Movement in 1193 before being dissolved during the French Revolution. It passed into the private ownership of two artists, the Fayets, in 1908 whereupon it became a centre for artistic endeavour. Today it is a tourist attraction, cultural venue and produces its own wine. It also has a restaurant on site.
Canal du Midi
The Canal du Midi is a 240 km long waterway that starts at Toulouse and flows through Carcassonne, Castlenaudry, Beziers and, finally, Sete where it reaches the Mediterranean Sea. Together with the Canal de Garonne it connects the Mediterranean to the Atlantic. This phenomenal feat of engineering was designed by Pierre-Paul Riquet and completed in 1681 and now has UNESCO World Heritage status.
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The Canal du Midi runs through some exceptionally beautiful scenery and is a favourite with walkers and cyclists. You can also rent a boat to travel along the waterway or take a daytrip. There are a number of Canal du Midi villages nearby where you can get onto the towpath that runs alongside the Canal du Midi. The nearest is Ventenac en Minervois , 10km away from the Chateau. Ventenac has a very good bistro – La Grillade du Chateau – directly on the banks of the Canal. Its Menu du Jour is available at lunchtimes midweek and is great value. The Chateau de Ventenac Minervois right next door offers wine tastings. We recommend the sparkling rose.
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From Ventenac you can follow the Canal east to Le Somail which is about 5 km away, about an hour’s walk. Le Somail is a pretty little village with a number of bars and restaurants. It also has an ancient library which is now an antique bookshop with a collection of over 50,000 old or out of print books for sale. Going west the path will pass a number of Canal du Midi villages, Paraza, Argens Minervois and Homps, each with something different to offer.
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Réserve Africaine de Sigean - Wildlife and safari park in Sigean, France
One of the Best Places To Visit in Sigean
Réserve Africaine de Sigean
One of the Best Places To Visits in Sigean
19 Ham. du Lac D6009, 11130 Sigean, France
www.reserveafricainesigean.fr
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Working hours.
- Monday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday: (Feast of Assumption), 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Hours might differ
- Friday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Sunday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Featured Reviews
- 3/5 Daria I. 2 years ago on Google It is ok for the less price. We had a bad luck with a weather but still we managed to pass there a half of the day. We liked the first driving part. It was interesting, animals were walking really close and that what you could name “safari”. But, unfortunately, this part was short and the rest of the park was more close to a typical zoo. To compare zoo of Valencia and Barcelona, I liked more: more animals and better territory. A lot of zones were empty…. The restaurant of the park is not expensive but not tasty at all, in IKEA you could eat much better. The souvenir shop is incredibly expensive, 25 euros for the small animal toy looks ridicules. To conclude, it is a good option if the price was double less, it doesn’t cost its price at all. And there are a lot of picnic zones on the open air where better to take something really tasty and enjoy your lunch. 4 people found this review helpful 👍
- 4/5 Sandra Ventura L. 1 year ago on Google • 45 reviews We went in April 2023, in the morning. You should book in advance and you’re given an entry time (tolerance of 15-30 minutes if I remember correctly) - the website has all the info: There are 2 parts. One visited inside the car (wild animals): The wild animals were moving freely, but very visible since the food is next to the road where the cars circulate. The animals looked “happy”, although bears and lions were sleeping (maybe their natural way). The second part: The park which can be visited on foot is very big, things distance apart, so be ready to use your shoes 😊 The restaurant has several options, including healthy ones. There are several coffee and ice cream shops around the park, with snacks, etc. Regarding activities here (feeding animals, etc), there were not too many, nor information was very clear/ helpful. This is something to improve in my opinion. I understand it’s intended to simulate a natural habitat , so I like that this is respected 3 people found this review helpful 👍
- 3/5 Tamara Y. 1 year ago on Google The visit started out with a very long 40 minutes car queue to enter. We had already purchased our tickets, as requested in their website, but we noticed most cars hadn't. Hence the wait. The first part of the tour is through the outer spaces were animals are free in the environment and visitors must be in their cars, with windows closed. To our astonishment, people lowered the car windows, offered food to animals, screamed at the animals and some even got out of their cars to photograph them. NO ONE FROM THE PARK DID ANYTHING. We were amazed. Besides, the bears area had 3 bears only; we could only see 2 rhinoceros and lions were lying down in a space limited by an electric wire (over 10 meters away from the road) Afterwards, we did the walking tour. We expected many more species and animals, larger spaces for them, but no. Animals are caged in spaces that evidently don't allow them to run or exercise as they would in the wild (so it feels more like a zoo than to a reservation). The Vivarium doesn't have many species either. It is a nice experience for kids, but we expected a lot more for the entrance fee. Restaurants and snack bars are available in the walking area of the park, but food IS EXPENSIVE! And quality is not great. But I must say that fries were awesome! 3 people found this review helpful 👍
- 4/5 Fabian N. 11 months ago on Google • 203 reviews Für Kinder auf jeden Fall ein Erlebnis, dass man gemacht haben sollte. Nur der Eintritt ist absolut überhöht für eine Familie mit zwei Kindern über 100 Euro (daher der Stern Abzug). Wir waren Ende August und es war nicht zu voll. In der Hauptsaison zwei früher sieht es sicher ganz anders aus. 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 4/5 Sylvain Q. 5 years ago on Google Great park for the day, especially with kids. You'll see plenty of animals from quite close and they have a lot of space. It's much better than a traditional zoo where you usually feel they're badly lacking vital space. There are 2 parks in one... One by foot and one by car. I advise to get in very early as traffic builds up quickly inside and outside the park. It took us 45 minutes for the last km until we paid and finally got in, at that time the riding part was completely full so we started with the walking part which was fine. Only 4 stars because the services are not sized to the traffic, there's a long queue at the toilets which are incredibly dirty, way worse than the motorway!! Given the price paid it's unacceptable. Other than that, a good day out for families. 3 people found this review helpful 👍
- 3/5 Nico M. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) I like animals a lot so go see the animals at the zoo it's a hobby and especially the part in the car on the other hand I remember the coldness and the unpleasant remark of a cook, I ask for a well-cooked minced steak which by the way the canteen the prices are exorbitant, and the cook allows herself to say "oh well, that's going to be the sole of the steak" (she implies that the steak is of poor quality then? " A derogatory remark, she would have had better care for herself, but hey, does that reflect the imagining of deep France to eat raw meat and make comments all the time, the king customer? No because guess what my steak was rare .... (Original) J’aime beaucoup les animaux donc allez voir les animaux au zoo c’est un hobby et surtout la partie en voiture par contre je retiens la froideur et la désagréable remarque d’une cuisinière, je demande un steak haché bien cuit qui d’ailleurs la cantine les prix sont exorbitant, et la cuisinière se permet de dire « oh bah ça va être de la semelles le steak » (elle sous entend que le steak est de mauvaise qualité alors ?" Remarque désobligeante, elle aurait pus la garde pour elle mais bon cela reflète bien l’imagine de la France profonde de manger de la viande cru et de faire des remarques à tout bout de champs, le client roi ? Non car devinez quoi mon steak était saignant.... 3 people found this review helpful 👍
- 4/5 Luca B. 2 years ago on Google Very nice place, cool idea! You can have a "Safari" with your own car / camping car, driving around (queueing in August) among exotic animals wandering free! After that, there is a walking only area with many others animals and attractions for children. The whole route takes 4-5 hours -ish. Water available inside the park. The only con is related to the safari part, if you go in August (or during high season) you will probably queue a lot waiting for people to take pictures of the animals. 3 people found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Venelin D. 11 months ago on Google • 40 reviews The place is amazing. You can see alot of animals roam free. I highly recommend checking the feeding times of the animals, because that is the best time to visit them. You often see animals directly on the road. Be aware that the food isn't anything special at the place. 2 people found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Nicola M. 2 years ago on Google This is a great day out and they are dog friendly. The animals enclosures are big and are very well kept. They have several snack bars to get some lunch. We will definitely visit again 2 people found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Kevin B. 4 years ago on Google WOW! This is a great reserve to visit, a nice drive around the grasslands (almost like Africa) and then a pleasant walk through the huge aviary and other animals/reptiles etc. Food is available from the kiosks (a little expensive but it is very good and convenient. Well worth a visit. 2 people found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Florestan B. 3 years ago on Google We spent quite a great time in this zoo! The 1st hour or so is to be spent in the car while enjoying the sight of the animals from the savannah and even more impressive with the bears! Definitely worth it! Once by foot, the park is very pleasant to visit and it took us about 2 hours to see all the animals and we could see the feeding of the flamingos. 2 people found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Ollie G. 2 years ago on Google Brilliant array of big animals, well sign-posted, organised, and plenty of places to eat and drink. Wonderful day out for the family. 2 people found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Kirill M. 6 months ago on Google • 198 reviews {"0":"That\u2019s a huge park with very respectful and friendly way of treating animals. There is enough space for them as I can see. It doesn\u2019t feel like a zoo. It\u2019s more a window to a wildlife sanctuary. Even in winter you can find a restaurant to have some food. Meanwhile the infrastructure is really nice and well planned. There are parking, rest rooms, shops - everything that you may need after a long trip to this place. For sure this experience is worth it.","2":["0","238"]}
- 5/5 Jennifer Schneider D. 1 year ago on Google All in all this was a beautiful experience. We arrived reasonably early within the week (Monday, 9.30am) and it actually worked out really well. It wasn't too full, you can slowly drive through the Safari and it is an absolutely unique experience! Beware that the Lion part of the Safari opens at 10am, so we did have to wait for a moment before we could enter. The Staff is super friendly and speaks English as well. The Walkable Part of the Park is also really nice, with a lot of shade on the walkways and places to stop to eat/use the toilet etc. The enclosures seemed really nice to me, the animals weren't pacing and seemed really relaxed in general. There are some peacocks roaming around as well, which is pretty cool too. All in all this was a great experience, and considering you can spend your entire day here and see all these beautiful animals this was definitely money well spent. I would always recommend! 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 ICHIEN L. 1 year ago on Google This is our second time to this place. We are very lucky to see lots of animals this time! It’s really fun even in winter. We drove around the safari several times to see lions and bears. It’s worth every penny!! 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Lenka J. 1 year ago on Google It was very nice day trip for 2 families here. First we went through some Safari drives and got to see animals from 1, 3 until 20 meters distance, then we went to the walking part, which was interesting and at the same time little bit challenging for our group of 3-8 years old kids. Specielly birds getting a fish and observing crocodiles, fish, varans and turtles was very exciting. There was also possibility of buying icecreams and some food, family of 4 pays aproximetely 40 euros for the meal and 12 euros for icecreams. Beatifull one day trip. Even our 8 years oød boy who has not been interesses in animals before got a Nice ant memorable trip! The animals seems to have a lots of space to their disposal. 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Lynda B. 3 years ago on Google We fell in love with this reserve! We loved the idea that you get to see real predators through the window of your car at a pace you feel comfortable with. It was truly unique. Even though it was really hot (more than 30 degrees C), we saw all animals, even the lazy lions, and bears. There were also plenty of bovine animals walking freely and not being intimidated by the cars passing by. This part of the park took about an hour and a half. The rest of the park, which is accessible on foot, is a good 4-hour walk. The sanitary parts were well-maintained and eating inside the park is not expensive, as one might expect. Also, there are proper indications throughout the entire park so you can never get lost. There are mist shower systems situated in several places to keep you cool. Last but not least, there are many taps with drinkable water (if you bring your dog, there are taps suited at about 30 cm above the ground, which are perfect for small dogs). Definitely recommend to all families and animal lovers! 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Sam 3. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Excellent time whether by car or the circuit on foot (30th per person) (Original) Excellent moment que se soit en voiture ou le circuit à pied ( 30e par personnes ) 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 4/5 Marta Solà S. 5 years ago on Google We had a really good time. Children were very excited to see the wild animals around. It will take you almost the full day, take picnic and drinks. There are many picnic areas in the shadow. You see the animals very well, we inly missed to see the elephants. Both parts: car ride (with your own car) and the walking circuit are wonderful 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Milos K. 2 years ago on Google Nice safari in the middle of nowhere 😉 If you like animals you have to see it. We had realy nice experience and saw most of the animals. Thos time of year just small number of visitors, so pleasant experience. 1 person found this review helpful 👍
- 5/5 Kathrin K. 11 months ago on Google • 71 reviews Toller Park. Als erstes fährt man ca. 90 Minuten durch die verschiedenen Bereiche des Parks. Danach parkt man und kann den restlichen Park auf einen Fußweg anschauen. Schnell braucht man dazu ca. 2 Stunden. Wenn man sich Zeit läßt und an einem der Imbisse was etwas holt und den Ausblick genießt kann es auch länger dauern. Preis-Leistung absolut in Ordnung (Eintritt 2 Erwachsene und 1 Kind 90€). Ich empfehle die Karten schon vorab online zu kaufen (Bezahlung per Kreditkarte). Das verkürzt die Warteschlange am Eingang.
- 5/5 June M. 10 months ago on Google • 34 reviews Love this place. Seeing the animals as you drive was great then another whole part to walk.. need at least 3 hours if not more.. we went early amd was not to hot.. the hotter it get the more the animal stay in the shade. Also saw the flimgos being feed at 2pm was great so close . My 3 year old loved it.. but got tired on the walk part
- 5/5 Jesse W. 11 months ago on Google • 26 reviews Sehr schönes Reservat. Das besondere an diesem Wildpark ist das es mit dem eignen Auto und zu Fuß erkundet werden kann. Der Bereich mit dem Auto ist sehr groß und schön die Tiere können hier direkt am Auto vorbei laufen und teilweise sehr nahe betrachtet werden. ACHTUNG: die Sträuße picken gerne durchs Fenster :) zu Fuß gibt es ebenso einen sehr großen Bereich mit allerlei Tieren, am spannendsten sind die Erdmännchen sowie die Giraffen zu Fuß da diese mit dem Auto schlecht zu sehen sind. Zudem sind gute Schuhe für lange Strecken, welche hier aufjedenfall zu laufen sind zu empfehlen. Alles in allem ein tolles Erlebnis. Die Kosten belaufen sich auf 33€ pro Person. Informieren sie sich aber am Besten Online oder auf Campingplätzen bei uns haben wir auf Nachfrage einen Gutschein erhalten wo der 2. Besucher kostenlos war.
- 5/5 Michael B. 10 months ago on Google Really surprised to find and visit an African safari park in France 🇫🇷 at Sigean Wonderful experience well organised. Largest aviary in Europe. A great day out highly recommended.
- 5/5 Camille B. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Tour route by car and on foot. Exceptional!!! Must do! (Original) Parcours de visite en voiture et à pied. Exceptionnel!!! À faire absolument!
- 5/5 céline P. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) A must see ! Wonderful site! (Original) A voir absolument ! Site merveilleux !
- 5/5 Flavie B. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Great day in this reserve, we had a great time seeing all these animals from near or far, by car or on foot, which have immense spaces to move about and live quietly. Highly recommended. The only downside is the price of over € 30 for the entrance, which is a bit expensive for this type of activity. (Original) Super journée dans cette réserve, nous nous sommes régalés de voir tous ces animaux de près ou de loin, en voiture ou à pied qui ont d’immenses espaces pour se déplacer et vivre tranquillement. Vivement recommandé. Seul bémol le prix de plus de 30€ pour l’entrée un peu cher pour ce type d’activité.
- 5/5 lilie n. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Great time with the family, finally a magnificent place where animals are respected. (Original) Super moment en famille, enfin un endroit magnifique où l'on respecte les animaux.
- 5/5 Thomas R. 5 years ago on Google One of the nicest experiences we made with our family at this visit to see animals so close and this real time in their world natural area living and feeling fine...big recommendation. You must see....really....
- 5/5 Ammandine V. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) This safari is a wonderful time. Seeing these free-sowing animals is a great pleasure (Original) Ce safari est un moment magnifique. Voir ces animaux en semis liberté est un grand bonheur
- 5/5 Christophe V. 3 years ago on Google Super great when it is a cloudy day
- 5/5 Ingo F. 3 years ago on Google It is quite an adventure to drive between lions and rhinos. it was thrilling and interesting for all of us!
- 5/5 Sinem S. 3 years ago on Google Such a nice organized place for wild animals, its enormous with a safari area where all the animals are in their natural environment, you can ride by car slowly further than them. Afterwards in the zoo part you can see further of the animals, in a huge places, you can walk along with the birds. Perfect place for kids and explorer.
- 4/5 Clémence R. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Superb reserve! Animals have a lot of space. Lots of species present. On the other hand I think that we should avoid going there when there are too many people because traffic jams form on the car route. (Original) Réserve superbe! Les animaux ont beaucoup d'espace. Beaucoup d'espèces présentes. Par contre je pense qu'il faut éviter d'y aller quand il y a trop de monde car des bouchons se forment sur le parcours voiture.
- 5/5 Zachary H. 10 months ago on Google Best zoo/animal reserve experience that we’ve ever been to. The animals look healthy and happy with plenty of room to roam. This is what a zoo should be like. The staff is friendly and the experience itself was amazing. Definitely recommend even if it’s out of your way. Well worth the trip and would love to go back.
- 4/5 Stephan H. 1 year ago on Google The driving area is nice but can get frustrating very soon as some people take their sweet time to take selfies with animals causing those behind to miss the animals, now with climate change they should really change this to small electric safari trains instead. The park itself is big but as the animals are so wide spread it can sometimes take a while to spot them. Overall it was nice but pricey...
- 5/5 Karin W. 11 months ago on Google • 17 reviews Empfehlenswert! Sehr schöner gepflegter und informativer Park! Meiner Meinung sein Geld wert. Wir sahen viele Tiere u verbrachten sicher sechs Stunden hier, mit zweimaliger Rundfahrt. Buchten die Tickets ab 10 Uhr. Freundliches Personal. Hunde an der Leine erlaubt.
- 4/5 Gonzalo A. 11 months ago on Google Really loved the place. Even in summer it was no too much crowded and you can see that they take good care of the animals. Of course it is a zoo that makes money of it, but in my opinion they do it well, with plenty of space for the animals to move and run. The obly couple of things I would change: 1. feeding of the animals in english or spanish too, for those who do not speak french, I did not understood anything at all. 2. The safari it would make more sense to do it in a “train” provided by the reserve. Does not make much sense to move in everybody’s car around the safari part, spending gas and releasing fumes into the animals areas. A part from that, I would reccomend it to everyone.
- 5/5 Michael S. 2 years ago on Google Fantastic well maintained park with many animals. Ability to both drive and walk around with beautiful picnic facilities provided free. Well worth every cent
- 5/5 Aleksandr Z. 2 years ago on Google Great experience, though I'd recommend going there not on a weekend since it can get a bit crowded next to zebras :)
- 5/5 Katherine D. 1 year ago on Google Excellent safari and zoo. The safari takes you through various enclosures, culminating in the lions. If you wish to drive round again at any point during the day you can. The rest of the zoo is on foot. It includes a huge lake with flamingoes, storks, pelicans etc. The zoo has plenty of parking, picnic areas and cafes. There are also a number of good toilets.
- 5/5 Alex B. (. 1 year ago on Google Giant Parc with tons of animals and safari (use your own car). Lifehack: you can drive multiple times, it's worth to do it 2-3 times, animals are migrating from shadow to sun etc). Amazing experience for kids!!! Park itself looks like a small Africa.
- 4/5 matthias t. 1 year ago on Google I recently visited a safari parc with my family, and it was an incredible experience filled with unforgettable moments. From the moment we entered, we were immersed in the wild and untamed beauty of nature. The parc's open-air concept allowed us to see animals in a natural habitat, roaming freely in vast spaces. We marveled at the herds of graceful antelopes grazing peacefully, while majestic giraffes gracefully stretched their long necks to reach the treetops. As we drove through the safari trails, we encountered a diverse range of animals, each more fascinating than the last. We spotted mighty lions lazing under the shade, their regal presence leaving us in awe. Meanwhile, mischievous monkeys entertained us with their playful antics. The parc also had an excellent educational aspect. At designated points, knowledgeable guides shared insightful information about the animals, their behaviors, and the conservation efforts in place to protect them. The safety measures in the parc were impressive, ensuring both the visitors and the animals' well-being. The well-marked trails and informative guides ensured that we could enjoy the experience responsibly. Overall, the safari parc provided an extraordinary adventure for my family and me. It allowed us to connect with nature, learn about wildlife conservation, and create lasting memories together. If you're looking for an unforgettable wildlife experience, I recommend visiting this safari parc. It's a fantastic outing for all ages, and it will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the beauty and diversity of our natural world.
- 4/5 adrian m. 1 year ago on Google I worked in Perpignan for a while so i visited what i could in the area :). Been here with my fiancee, and didn't regret it at all. Was a pleasant day,not too warm, not too cold. First part you travel in your car, we saw some black bears, some herbivorous animals like zebras, ostrichs and others. Than some Liones, actually one lion and some lionesses . Than we had a 4 hours walk , no rush and it was ok. Like a bigger zoo, animals with more space to run and play. No elephants or tigers, but for a walk in nature is a good place to go. The food is not the best and somehow expensive for what they offer. It is usually crowded, even if i went there outside the busy hours they say :). After all it's a nice experience, worth going. This only if you haven't been in an actually Africa safari, than this will look like childish :).
- 5/5 dave w. 1 year ago on Google This place is really good ots like a big Knowsley safari park but better. You can drive through lions , bears , rhinos , wildebeest , donleys and warthogs. You can part up and explore on foot its massive and there are loads of animals spread around. Its a great day out for all but beware any elderly or disabled there is a lot of hills and walking to be done. Also take a water bottle and brollies for shade. There are plenty of places to shade but whilst walking to different areas. We had children 8 and 12 adults 45 years and grand parents 75 ish and all enjoyed it
- 4/5 Iryna K. 1 year ago on Google Visited again in July 2023. A huge territory for a car ride and a walking tour. WC are free, there are restaurants where you can get a snack or have a full lunch. During my first visit the part of the reserve was closed because of the bird flu. This time I could discover their collection of birds, it's impressive.
- 5/5 Laurie B. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Visited several times with my children, or as a couple, and it's a treat every time! The animals are neat, beautiful and with plenty of space to let off steam. (Original) Visitée plusieurs fois avec mes enfants, ou en couple, et c'est un régal à chaque fois ! Les animaux sont soignés, beaux et avec de grand espace pour se défouler.
- 5/5 Formole 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) I had a great time. A total change of scenery (Original) J'ai passé un très bon moment. Un dépaysement total
- 4/5 Jacques A. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very interesting and renewed, can be a bit expensive but to see. (Original) Très intéressant et renouvelé, peut être un peu cher mais à voir.
- 5/5 Daniel Macias P. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Simply magnificent. 100% recommendable (Original) Simplemente magnifico. Recomendable al 100%
- 5/5 Gloria G. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) A fantastic leisure option for the family: you can see many animals up close, both land and aquatic. You can do part of the tour in the car and another on foot where you can visit animals in more restricted places and even crocodiles and see how they feed them. It is a whole day plan. In the car section, in the area of the lions, it is better to go first thing or last in the morning because at noon, with the heat, the animals are more inactive so they move less and it is more difficult to see them. I recommend bringing water, a hat and sunscreen, and a camera with full batteries because you are going to film a lot! We went by car from Barcelona on a 3-4 day plan in which we made three stops in three different cities: Carcassonne, where we slept and its medieval castle; the next day the Cité de l'Espace in Toulouse, where we spent the night; and on our way back, we stopped at the Sigéan African Reserve, returning to Barcelona in the afternoon. Alternatively you can spend the night there or go back to Spain and spend a day somewhere on the Costa Brava. It is a good short break plan. (Original) Una opción fantástica de ocio para la familia: puedes ver muy de cerca muchos animales, tanto de tierra como acuáticos. Una parte del recorrido puedes hacerle en el coche y otra a pie donde puedes visitar a animales en lugares más restringidos e incluso a cocodrilos y ver cómo les dan de comer. Es un plan de día entero. En el tramo de coche, en la zona de los leones, mejor ir a primera hora o última de la mañana porque a mediodía, con el calor, los animales están más inactivos por lo que se mueven menos y es más difícil verlos. ¡Recomiendo llevar agua, gorra y crema solar, y la cámara a tope de baterías porque vais a filmar mucho! Nosotros fuimos en coche desde Barcelona en un plan de 3-4 días en el que hicimos tres paradas en tres ciudades diferentes: Carcassonne, donde dormimos y su castillo mediaval; al día siguiente la Cité de l'Espace en Toulouse, donde pasamos noche; y de vuelta, paramos en la Reserva Africana de Sigéan, volviendo ya a Barcelona por la tarde. Alternativamente se puede pasar la noche allí o volver a España y pasar un día en algún lugar de la Costa Brava. Es un buen plan de escapada corta.
- 5/5 S D. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very good time with the family, well-kept animals, magnificent park. Only downside: the high price snack for the low end and little choice. We advise you to take a picnic and plan the day to make the most of it. We arrived at 1pm and we didn't have time to visit the vivarium. (Original) Très bon moment en famille, animaux bien entretenus, parc magnifique. Seul bémol : le snack prix élevé pour du bas de gamme et peu de choix. Nous vous conseillons de prendre le pique nique et de prévoir la journée pour en profiter au maximum. Nous sommes arrivés à 13h et nous n'avons pas au le temps de visiter le vivarium.
- 4/5 Aurelie F. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) We went to Sigean as a family with children. We already knew this park and hesitated to go there because we didn't have a good memory of it. We are delighted to have returned the park it is really much improved there is a lot of cafeteria WC everywhere in the park it is practicable in stroller. The shop is not excessive. The staff are great. The car route is really well done and long enough to be able to enjoy it. On foot there are many animals to see. There are also picnic tables, lots of telescope benches to see some animals. It is a park that we recommend. (Original) Nous sommes allés à sigean en famille avec enfant. Nous connaissions déjà ce parc et nous avons hésité à y aller car nous n'en avions pas un bon souvenir. Nous sommes ravie d'y être retourné le parc c'est vraiment bien amélioré il y a beaucoup de chose cafétéria WC partout dans le parc il est praticable en poussette. La boutique est pas excessive. Le personnel est super. Le parcours voiture est vraiment bien fait et suffisamment long pour pouvoir en profiter. À pied il y a beaucoup d'animaux à voir. Il y a aussi des tables de pique nique, beaucoup de bancs des téléscopes pour voir certains animaux. C'est un parc que nous vous conseillons.
- 5/5 Teresa Prim D. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) A perfect experience to go ham family highly recommended (Original) Una experiència perfecte per anar ham família molt recomanable
- 4/5 Mathilde D. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Beautiful ride and pleasant experience in this reserve. (Original) Belle balade et agréable expérience dans cette réserve.
- 5/5 patrice r. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Memorable family days (Original) Des journées en famille mémorables
- 5/5 Pierre P. 3 years ago on Google 👌
- 5/5 hortencia p. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) It's a beautiful place (Original) Es un lugar precioso
- 5/5 Noe J. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very pretty park, large space, well maintained. One route by car (best done in the morning) the other on foot. For young and old. (Original) Très jolie parc, de grand espace, bien entretenu. Un parcours en voiture (a faire plutôt le matin) l’autre à pied. Pour petits et grands.
- 4/5 Coral V. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Does anyone know when they open it again ???? (Original) Alguien sabe cuando lo abren de nuevo????
- 5/5 Theo 5 years ago on Google Very nice parc. The areas for the animals are huge. Very good place for a visit, especially with children
- 5/5 Annika P. 4 years ago on Google Nice zoo, worth a visit, lots of space for the animals. Next time we would do the car safari at the end of our visit. In the morning it is too crowded and in the afternoon hardly anybody is there. We liked that smoking is forbidden and only allowed at certain areas.
- 4/5 Jeremy M. 4 years ago on Google Such a great animal park! We saw so many of the animals out an about on our drive through the open area. The animals have lots of space and are free to roam. Great trip up from Barcelona. We ate lunch at the restaurant on site. Next time, I'd pack a lunch and have a picnic.
- 5/5 Matthew C. 4 years ago on Google An amazing experience! You can drive through a big area where the African animals graze, it's lovely to see them mingle and although you don't get much time as you can't stop the car, it is really amazing! The roads aren't blocked off so the animals can cross the road and the zebras came really close! There are also other areas around a lake with bears and lions which are also very interesting. After the road part you can eat at the gift shop or picnic tables, then move on to smaller exhibits by foot. There are flamingos, giraffes and more areas that are really interesting! There's also a small petting zoo with goats for the kids. Overall, a fun day out!
- 5/5 Irina M. 3 years ago on Google Very interesting and amazing location. You need a whole day to visit all the parcs. At 2pm flamingos are feeded, do not miss that.
- 4/5 Sjors d. 4 years ago on Google Good fun! Nice to see animals in this setting. Though the drive through was more like an hour long traffic jam which gets exhausting. Also the Lions were underwhelming. Just a few laying under a tree. Hard to see. The walking area of the park is very nice. We enjoyed. Price justified the experience.
- 3/5 Evelyne Glasson D. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Visit by car and aviary great but disappointed by the route on foot, animals hardly or not at all visible, and absolute horror for the cafeteria: shriveled and cold burger with frozen bread that crumbles when you touch it, fried frits. advance and served cold ... Infect. (Original) Visite en voiture et volière super mais déçue par le parcours à pieds, animaux peu ou pas du tout visibles, et horreur absolue pour la cafétéria :burger racornis et froid avec du pain surgelé qui s'effrite quand on le touche, frittes faites à l'avance et servies froides... Infect.
- 5/5 Cecile R. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very pleasant (Original) Très agréable
- 5/5 Eli Z. 3 years ago on Google My family loved it, definetely a must if you're traveling in that area. Since we visited during the month of September and during Covid 19, not too crowded which is perfect! Calculate about 4 hours. (1 to visit by car and 1 to picknick or order food you will have plenty of beautiful birds coming close to get some food of you 😅 and 2 hours to walk around the park to visit) If yiu have small kids bring a stroller because it's a long but nice walk. Enjoy 🦁🐆🦓🐒🐃🐫🦒🐻
- 4/5 Patrice J. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) To see from a beautiful point of view on nature (Original) A voir de beau point de vue sur la nature
- 5/5 Eduart 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) We had a very nice day at the sigean African reserve, well 5 hour visit a treat. (Original) Nous avons passé une très belle journée à la réserve africaine de sigean, bien 5 heures de visite un régal.
- 5/5 Marc S. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very pleasant visit, the new arrangements are successful. Well done ! (Original) Visite très agréable, les nouveaux aménagements sont réussi. Bravo !
- 5/5 William B. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very nice park (Original) Très beau parc
- 5/5 kayacal 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Magnificent reserve! We can see that the animals are well treated. The enclosures are large and the routes by car and on foot are very well done. (Original) Magnifique réserve! On voit que les animaux sont bien traités. Les enclos sont grands et les parcours en voiture et à pied sont très bien fait.
- 5/5 monfort l. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Awesome day (Original) Super journée
- 5/5 Giles M. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) To see, allow minimum 4 hours (Original) À voir, prévoir minimum 4h
- 5/5 Fabien A. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Always so pleasant to be in nature. In the safari part, not everyone understood what “driving in 2 lines” or “not stopping” means. Zoo party, RAS. Correct catering price. (Original) Toujours aussi agréable de se retrouver dans la nature. Dans la partie safari tous n'ont pas compris ce que veut dire "rouler sur 2 files" ou "ne pas s'arrêter ". Partie zoo, RAS. Prix de la restauration correct.
- 5/5 Louise S. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) The most beautiful animal park ever. The animals appear happy and fulfilled. (Original) Le plus beau parc animalier jamais vu. Les animaux paraissent heureux et épanouies.
- 4/5 Vey L. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) The car tour is really nice but more interesting in the afternoon than in the morning. The park to do on foot is good but considering the price of the entry I found it expensive, especially for a family with 3 children. (Original) La visite en voiture est vraiment sympa mais plus intéressante l'après-midi que le matin. Le parc à faire à pied est bien mais au vue du prix de l'entrée j'ai trouvé cela cher surtout pour une famille avec 3 enfants.
- 4/5 Cedric D. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Awesome day (Original) Super journée
- 5/5 Sylvie L. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Always so pleasant to walk among all the animals that live in a suitable setting (Original) Toujours aussi agréable de se promener parmi tous les animaux qui vivent dans un cadre approprié
- 4/5 christelle c. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Great but recommended more for spring summer to see all the animals (Original) Super mais conseillé plus pour printemps été pour voir tous les animaux
- 5/5 alfréda m. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very good (Original) Tres bien
- 5/5 Anaïs T. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Very nice moment spent with family. The parking lot is big. The safari as well as the visit to the zoo allows you to spend a busy day. Magnificent views in different places. The only problem is the price of the snack. (Original) Très beau moment passés en familiale. Le parking est grand. Le safari ainsi que la visite du zoo permet de passer une journée bien remplie. Des points de vues magnifiques à différents endroits. Le seul hic est le prix du snack.
- 4/5 Roxane C. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) Super African reserve. We can see that the animals are happy, have all the space they need. However, a pity that the most awaited animals were not visible because they were hidden during our visit. PS: we loved the donkey who puts his head in all the cars! (Original) Super réserve africaine . On voit bien que les animaux sont heureux , ont toute la place dont ils ont besoin. Cependant dommage que les animaux les plus attendus n'aient pas été visibles car cachés au moment de notre visite.. PS: nous avons adoré l'âne qui met sa tête dans toutes les voitures !
- 5/5 Séb J. 3 years ago on Google (Translated by Google) A very nice site to have a good time alone or with family 👍👍 (Original) Un très beau site pour passer de bon moment seul ou en famille 👍👍
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Réserve Africaine de Sigean, el espectáculo de la vida salvaje en el sur de Francia
Entre Narbona y Perpiñán, a orillas del Mediterráneo y bordeando los estanques del litoral del Languedoc, la Réserve Africaine de Sigean alberga varios miles de animales que viven en grandes espacios abiertos donde pueden permanecer salvajes y expresar plenamente su comportamiento natural.
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Fui con mi marido y mis hijos y nos gustó mucho. Un recorrido de una hora aproximadamente en coche y un par de horas a pie, aunque luego puedes estar el rato que quieras y pasar el día tranquilamente. El lugar está limpio, cuidado y es muy agradable. Había un bar restaurante, pero como había zona de pícnic aprovechamos para comer unos bocadillos en medio del parque. Volvería a ir.
Fuimos hace años solos cuando tuvimos niños repetimos con ellos y fue una experiencia genial para ellos alucinaron con el espacio que tiene y lo bien cuidados que están! Repetiremos sin duda
Me ha encantado, los animales se veían muy bien cuidados y contentos. Hay un restaurante dentro y realmente está muy bien de precio Lo recomiendo.
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Réserve Africaine de Sigean, the spectacle of wildlife in the south of France. Between Narbonne and Perpignan, on the Mediterranean coast and bordering the ponds of the Languedoc coastline, the Réserve Africaine de Sigean is home to several thousand animals in large open spaces, where they can remain wild and express their natural behaviors ...
Située entre Narbonne et Perpignan, la Réserve Africaine de Sigean héberge plus de 3800 animaux sur plus de 300 hectares. ... Le safari en voiture a sans doute été notre coup de cœur, les autruches et les zèbres étaient juste à côté de nous. Le parc est propre, le sandwich, la glace étaient bonne. Les animaux ont l'air heureux.
Park map Safety instructions Before visiting the Réserve Africaine de Sigean, please take a moment to read the safety instructions, for your safety and… Full-day safari by car & on foot The Sigean African Reserve can be discovered BY CAR for about 1 hour, and ON FOOT for about 2h30.
Réserve Africaine de Sigean. Located in the south of France, between Narbonne and Perpignan, on the mediterranean coast and along salt-lakes lining the Languedoc coast, the Réserve Africaine de Sigean hosts over 3,800 animals on over 300 hectares. An animal park where the animals are free to wander, the open spaces on offer provide ideal ...
The Réserve Africaine de Sigean is a 300-hectare (740-acre) zoo that opened in 1974 in Sigean, Aude, ... Driving Safari. The animals are held in spacious and naturalistic settings, with the typical Mediterranean vegetation already occurring on site. [1] ... The last African elephant of the park, Csami, moved to Zoopark Erfurt in 2017. [6]
An ideal day out if you're looking for amusement and adventure, the park is open 365 days a year. It is constantly being expanded. More than 3,800 animals live in almost 300 hectares of woods, lagoons and 'garrigue' (scented scrubland. ... RÉSERVE AFRICAINE DE SIGEAN . SIGEAN . Book . Last update 28/03/2024. RD 6009, 19 chemin Hameau du lac ...
Réserve Africaine de Sigean. Opened in 1974, this 300-hectare wildlife reserve aims to recreate the atmosphere of the African savannah - a climate not all that different from the Languedoc's dry and dusty plains. Lions, white rhinos, warthogs, giraffes and zebras are just a few of the 160 species on show, with some 3800 animals here in all.
An important conservation area for the natural environment and endangered animal species, the Sigean African Reserve, nestling on the edge of the Bages-Sigean lagoons, is home to nearly 900 mammals, 600 reptiles and 2,000 birds living in its 300 hectares in semi-captivity.. Open to the public throughout the year, the Sigean Reserve provides two ways to enjoy the space:
Reserve Africaine de Sigean: Great safari park in South of France - See 3,346 traveller reviews, 4,489 candid photos, and great deals for Sigean, France, at Tripadvisor.
Reserve Africaine de Sigean: Safari Park & Zoo - See 3,330 traveller reviews, 4,465 candid photos, and great deals for Sigean, France, at Tripadvisor.
The Sigean African Safari park, South of France, is very well laid out and has all the animals you can think of: Lions, Giraffes, Rhinos, Gorillas, Elephants (my son Archie's favourite), Emus with attitude and lots and lots of Monkeys. If you are looking to spend a good day out in South of France with the kids, then Sigean Safari park is the ...
Disabled person* - €14.50. Buy your ticket online and receive your e-ticket by e-mail for easy access to the Réserve Africaine de Sigean. Reserve your visit date and arrival time. Each time slot allows you to visit the Park until it closes. *WRITTEN PROOF REQUIRED. Buy your ticket online.
The Sigean safari park, a few miles from your campsite, between Narbonne and Perpignan, is a place like no other. In your car or on foot, explore this large semi-natural wildlife park and marvel at the African animals. Réserve Africaine de Sigean. 19 Chemin Hameau du Lac. 11130 Sigean.
Réserve Africaine de Sigean. Located in the south of France, between Narbonne and Perpignan, on the mediterranean coast and along salt-lakes lining the Languedoc coast, the Réserve Africaine de Sigean hosts over 3,800 animals on over 300 hectares. An animal park where the animals are free to wander, the open spaces on offer provide ideal ...
A day's safari by car and on foot. 40 minutes away from Olydea le Neptune Saint-Pierre-la-Mer, our holiday residence, a visit to the Sigean animal park combines a trip by car and on foot. Groups can also opt for a visit to the park in a minibus together with a park guide. A visit take 3 to 4 hours, but you can easily spend the whole day there.
Would you like to go on a safari to see lions, bears, rhinos and giraffes? Discover the Réserve Africaine de Sigean, a 300-hectare park where more than 3,800 animals live in semi-liberty, in conditions allowing them to thrive. The reserve is visited via a one-hour drive and a three-hour walk. More details here!
The park at Sigean is taking part in 42 captive breeding programmes, and in 2019 it also donated €70,000 to animal conservation projects in Africa including J.A.C.K. which takes-in and cares for orphan chimps.
• 1, rue de la berre, Hameau du lac, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 83 62, www.lac.narbonne.art. Ausstellungsraum im L.A.C. von Sigean. Foto: Hilke Maunder Schlemmen und genießen La Cave de Théo • 82, avenue de Narbonne, 11130 Sigean, Tel. 04 68 48 95 01. La Guimbarde. Gute Burger und andere Kneipengerichte, samstags stets mit Live-Musik.
Just a 20 minute drive from the Chateau de Nevian, you can find the African Wildlife Reserve at Sigean. It is a 300 hectare safari park and home to over 3800 animals that are free to roam in its open spaces. This is an estimate of the numbers as the animals breed so they do not have an exact inventory. They are predominantly African species in ...
To help you find your way around the park during your visit, download our app. Before visiting the Réserve Africaine de Sigean, please take a moment to read the safety instructions, for your safety and that of our animals.
The parking lot is big. The safari as well as the visit to the zoo allows you to spend a busy day. Magnificent views in different places. The only problem is the price of the snack. (Original) Très beau moment passés en familiale. Le parking est grand. Le safari ainsi que la visite du zoo permet de passer une journée bien remplie. Des points ...
The Reserve Sigean is a unique African wildlife safari park in the south of France. The park was opened by Paul de La Panouse and Daniel de Monfreid in the 70s, near the town of Narbonne, which is about 15km to the south, at the mouth of Berre river on the edge of the Bague - Sigean salt'lake.
Réserve Africaine de Sigean, el espectáculo de la vida salvaje en el sur de Francia. Entre Narbona y Perpiñán, a orillas del Mediterráneo y bordeando los estanques del litoral del Languedoc, la Réserve Africaine de Sigean alberga varios miles de animales que viven en grandes espacios abiertos donde pueden permanecer salvajes y expresar ...