Interactive zoo — a wildlife encounter

An hour's drive from the big hotels, this park keeps visual barriers between visitors and wildlife to a minimum and offers encounters supervised by keepers. The pace stays relaxed: half a day is enough to see it all without rushing.

The route begins in the open section, where several generous enclosures house parrots, iguanas, turtles, South American cats and jungle mammals. Some paths let you walk among tolerant animals, with clear instructions. Then come small-group interaction sessions: supervised feeding, a medical-training demonstration, or a keeper presenting a conservation programme. A French-speaking guide is with you from start to finish.

Good to know: this is a private outing, bookable from 4 people. The 69 € rate is per person and includes round-trip transport from Playa del Carmen.