Discover the incredible surprises awaiting you during the 2024 summer vacation program at Montpellier Zoo!

Welcome to a world where nature awakens and animals show off all their splendor: Montpellier Zoo has a summer 2024 program full of emotions and discoveries in store for you. Get ready to experience unique moments in the heart of nature’s bounty, and be amazed by the magic that reigns in this showcase of biodiversity. Immerse yourself without further delay in this exceptional adventure, where every encounter has its share of wonders in store for you!

Montpellier Zoo is preparing an impressive summer program for 2024. Numerous free workshopsand fascinating conferences and fascinating exhibitions await you. Get ready for unforgettable family adventures in the heart of nature, under the Montpellier sun.

Guided tours with zoo staff

Want to know all the zoo’s secrets? Take part in guided tours led by the park’s experts. You’ll discover how the park works, its conservation projects, its commitment to species preservation and exclusive anecdotes about the animals.

Opening hours Monday to Friday at 9:30 am. Duration: 2 hours. All ages. Children accompanied by an adult.

Reading workshop

For younger children, reading workshops are a great way to learn about animals and nature. Children can enjoy stories while discovering various objects straight from the zoo.

Dates Wednesday, July 24 and 31, August 7 and 28 at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. Duration: 45 minutes. For children aged 3 to 6, accompanied by an adult.

Nature drawing workshop

Explore the art of naturalistic drawing as a family. You’ll learn about drawing techniques and their history, then apply them directly in the zoo.

Dates Wednesday, July 10 and August 21 at 10 a.m. Duration: 1h30-2h. For children aged 8 and over, accompanied by an adult.

Conference “Secrets of snakes

Want to learn more about snakes? Attend a captivating conference to discover the snake species in France and the zoo’s inventory protocol.

Dates Wednesday, July 17 and August 14 at 11:30 am. Duration: 1 hour. Ages 8 and up, accompanied by an adult.

À l’affût du sauvage” photo exhibition

Photography enthusiasts will be delighted to discover the zoo’s exhibition of breathtaking images by naturalist photographer Éric Médard.

Information available on the zoo website.

Exploring the educational room

Enjoy an immersive stroll through the educational room, equipped with virtual reality headsets. A great opportunity to learn more and enjoy a unique experience.

The room is open when a member of staff is available. Capacity: up to 35 people.

Meeting points for animal handlers

Take part in daily discussions with animal caretakers. Find out about their jobs, their daily lives and the animals they care for.

• At 10:45 am at the cheetahs, enclosures 52 and 54
• 11 a.m. to the cassowaries
• 5pm at Les Rhinoceros

Please note that these are not shows, and may be cancelled in the event of bad weather or technical constraints.

Zoo open every day during vacations

During zone C vacations, the zoo is open every day. However, the zoo and the Lez reserve are subject to fire risk and may be closed in the event of high danger. Activities may therefore be cancelled.

• 🔍 Guided tours
• 📚 Reading workshop
• ✏️ Naturalistic drawing workshop
• 🐍 Conference on snakes
• 📸 Photographic exhibition
• 🧑‍🏫 Educational room
• 💬 Meetings with the caretakers
• 🕒 Daily opening
• 🔥 Potential fire hazard

Join us at Montpellier Zoo for a summer full of discoveries and adventures, under the sign of nature and conviviality. You won’t be disappointed!

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