The zoo of La Londe les Maures is home to many species of tropical birds that come from all over the world. Visitors can observe, among others, the Sulawesi hornbill, native to an Indonesian archipelago, the lilac-crowned amazon, which comes to us from Central America, multicolored macaws that live in the Amazon jungle, or the black-casqued hornbill, whose ruffled feathers on its head give it a special charm. In all, several dozen species of birds await visitors.
Different species of rare or exotic animals also evolve at the Londe les Maures zoo. You will be able to observe the saimiris, or squirrel monkeys. These small primates, native to Central and South America, have a very expressive look and are particularly endearing. The Maki Catta is a species of lemur with a black and white striped tail and eyes, native to the south of the island of Madagascar. You can also meet several species of lemurs, such as red-bellied lemurs and black lemurs or macaws, native to Madagascar. The meerkats will probably stand up on their hind legs when you pass by their enclosure: these small African carnivores live in groups and are particularly curious. Bennett’s wallabies, close cousins of kangaroos, are certainly among your child’s favorite animals.
The zoological park is also renowned for its tropical botanical garden which shelters many succulent plants, cacti and plant species adapted to regions subject to drought periods, which have found in the Var department a climate favorable to their development. The gardens are a real invitation to travel. You can wander among the trichocereus cacti, admire the callistemon flowers coming from Australia, make a detour to Mexico and discover amazing yuccas, stroll in the heart of eucalyptus trees or an Asian bamboo plantation… The gardens are also home to many mimosas, an emblematic plant of the Var department.
Did you come as a family? Your children will love the mini farm, which will certainly be the highlight of the visit. They will be able to get close to the different animals such goats, peacocks or donkeys, every day, at 4 p.m. Children and their parents can take part in the feeding of the miniature goats and donkeys. This convivial moment is a unique opportunity to share a privileged moment with the family.
The Zoological Park of La Londe-les-Maures is only 3 kilometers from the beach. You can enjoy the beaches, leisure and water activities of the seaside resorts of Hyères-les-Palmiers and Fréjus or discover the harbor of Toulon. You will also easily find quality accommodation nearby: bed and breakfast, hotel, campsite with swimming pool, etc.
