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Badoca Safari Park

4.4 · 9,447 reviews
Active and educational
Badoca Safari Park, 170, 7501-909 Vila Nova de Stº André, Portugal
Interesting facts
1

The park houses over 400 animals representing approximately 80 different species.

2

The safari circuit covers a significant portion of the total 90-hectare park area.

3

Badoca participates in European endangered species breeding and conservation programs.

4

The park's geography is representative of the Mediterranean landscape typical of the Alentejo region.

5

The rafting attraction utilizes a simulated rapid-water circuit rather than a natural river flow.

Overview

Badoca Safari Park is a 90-hectare open-air animal park situated in the Alentejo region of Portugal. The primary attraction is the safari circuit where visitors observe animals like giraffes, zebras, and antelopes in a large, semi-natural enclosure. It operates as an educational and conservation-focused facility with various animal presentations throughout the day. The park features a specific area dedicated to bird of prey flight demonstrations. A lemur enclosure allows for close-up observation during scheduled feeding windows. The park integrates a rafting circuit alongside the wildlife exhibits. It is designed for families and maintains extensive walking paths between the different animal zones. Visitors can interact with certain species through curated animal encounter experiences. The grounds include picnic areas and a restaurant facility for longer stays.

Photo spot

The giraffe feeding platform offers the closest vantage point for unobstructed photos.

Insider tips

Bring binoculars for better visibility of animals in the larger safari enclosures.

Wear sunscreen and a hat, as much of the park's walking paths have limited natural shade.

Check the daily presentation schedule upon arrival to plan your circuit around bird and lemur feedings.

What to avoid

Do not attempt to pet or interact with animals outside of supervised areas, as many enclosures are designed to maintain distance.

Good to know

Open daily during the high season, with reduced operations and periodic closures on weekdays during the winter off-season.

Etiquette

Do not feed the animals outside of designated, staff-led sessions and remain inside vehicles during the safari circuit.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
4-6 hours
Best time to visit
Mid-spring or early autumn mornings to avoid peak afternoon temperatures and ensure higher animal activity.
Address
Badoca Safari Park, 170, 7501-909 Vila Nova de Stº André, Portugal
Website
38.042, -8.745
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Details
Animal ExperiencesSafari circuit, lemur walk-through, bird of prey flight demonstrations
Facility AmenitiesOn-site restaurant, picnic grounds, and educational activity centers

Frequently asked

Plan for about 4-6 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Mid-spring or early autumn mornings to avoid peak afternoon temperatures and ensure higher animal activity..

The giraffe feeding platform offers the closest vantage point for unobstructed photos.

Close by you'll find Lagoas de Santo André e da Sancha Nature Reserve, Parque Urbano Rio da Figueira, Igreja Matriz da Aldeia de Santo André.