Zoological Reserve of Calviac

Zoological Reserve of Calviac

The zoological reserve of Calviac is a non-profit institution that has a Endangered Species Conservation Mission. The preservation activities take place in Calviac by European breeding programmes but also by action programmes in the natural environment. (Expeditions, ecological studies or scientific investigations in any part of the world).

The percentage of Threatened species (50%) or species in breeding programs (72%) is one of the highest in the world in a zoological park.

The reserve is located on a hillside entirely wooded, you can observe near 200 animals originating in 4 geographical areas (Europe, Madagascar, South America, Oceania).
You can Enter the paddock Of some animals such as lemurs, wallabies and some birds. The 1.5 km course is littered with educational activities. Count about 1h30 for the visit.

The whole site is managed in an ecological way (water recycling, dry toilets....)

Each entry contributes to the funding of backup programs Which are presented to you throughout the course, at the end of your visit, you will be able to vote for the one that holds you most at heart.

You can also attend the meals of the animals, it will be an opportunity to exchange with the healers.

ANIMAL MEAL
Current Schedules
10.30 am: Meeting with lemurs
11:00: Meal of the tapirs
11:30: Snacks of wolves
14h00: Meeting with the Lemurs
2.30 pm: Snacks for Gluttons
15:00: tapirs Lunch
3:30 pm: four-hour tamarind
16:00: Tasting of wolves
17:00: Imprint Workshop

Want to get more involved?

You can donate to the zoological Reserve of Calviac, a non-profit organization.
You can also become a sponsor of an animal, volunteer or trainee within the reserve