Loro Parque
Loro Parque is a magical destination for those who want to get closer to nature and understand it. Located on Tenerife of the Canary Islands, this zoo houses close to 10,000 exotic and endangered animals. Most importantly, each animal exhibit houses the species in a perfect re-creation of their natural habitat.
Explore Loro Parque
The Loro Parque is split into various zones based on the animals the park houses or the events hosted. Here’s an overview of all the various zones.
AquaViva
AquaViva is an absolute feast for the eyes. This symphony of light of various elegant water creatures makes this exhibit a must-visit. It was created to showcase the special details of unique sea creatures living in our tropical seas. The exhibit itself is around 500m² containing 65,000 liters of seawater. It houses jellyfish, blacktip reef sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks, and hundreds of colorful tropical fish.
Zen Garden
The Zen Garden is a new exhibition and is the world’s first underwater Japanese Garden. This serene exhibition takes visitors through the miniaturized mountain ranges of Asia. Of course, it will also be filled with fishes that add life to the brilliant exhibit. This underwater mix of flora and fauna was created with an innovative "aquascaping" technique.
Lion's Kingdom
Loro Parque has financed a project to ensure the survival of the slowly dwindling lions. Loro Park has recreated the king of the jungle’s habitat with the Lion’s Kingdom. This large enclosure contains a small river and lake where the lions can cool off and an arid scrubland to live on. There are three majestic lions in the habitat.
Porcelain Parrot Museum
This museum of porcelain parrots houses a massive collection of artistic works that were created across three centuries. Most importantly, all of the porcelain works were created by great masters.
Orquidario
This garden of Orchids is definitely a must-visit. Not only do you get to see different types of Orchid species but you also get to inhale the sweet fragrance of these beautiful plants. As you walk through the garden you can appreciate their different sizes and colors.
Naturavisión
Naturavision is a unique cinema that is dedicated to raising environmental awareness through high-definition documentary-style films. It showcases the effect of humans on the environment and various species. However, it is temporarily unavailable.
Kinderlandia
Kinderlandia is the part of the park that’s meant for the kids. Your kids can play amongst bridges, trees, and tunnel slides. Additionally, there are various games, music, and activities like face painting. Parents can relax at the nearby Bambu bar while the kids ride the only rollercoaster on the island, the Orca Tren.
Katandra Treetops
The Katandra Treetops is a unique exhibit that brings visitors a glimpse of Australia. Katandra refers to the song of the birds in the native Aboriginal language of Australia. So, you can expect to see massive treetops filled with beautiful birds from Australia and Asia. Most importantly, you can hear their amazing songs.
Jungle Ara
The Jungle Ara region as you can imagine is filled with lush vegetation. It is also one of the oldest parts of the Loro Parque and extremely close to the Katandra Treetops. The Loro Parque Tickets will give you access to ivy, palm, and ficus species, in addition to various plant species. As you walk through the jungle you can hear the screeching of macaws and the sound of waterfalls.
Planet Penguin
Loro Parque houses the world’s largest penguinarium. This exhibit is re-created to simulate the polar climate. So, you can see real snow and even a massive iceberg. Most importantly, you can see close to 100 penguins as you walk through the world of ice.
Baby Station
The Baby Station has nothing to do with your baby. This zone in the animal embassy region of the park is where vets and scientists tend to baby parrots and other chicks. You can, of course, walk through this clinical area and watch the vets do their job.
Aquarium
The Loro Parque Tickets also give visitors access to the huge Aquarium. Not only does it contain a total of 1,200,000 liters of water but the Aquarium is also split into 12 different thematic exhibitions. Amazingly, all the water used in the aquarium is obtained directly from the Atlantic Ocean.
Pueblo Thai
This is the largest Thai village outside of Thailand. As soon as you enter the park you’ll see the amazing Thai structures and architecture. What’s truly brilliant is that these structures are authentic down to the last detail. H.R.H. Prince Mahidol of Siam, the father of H.M. King Bhumibol of Thailand, visited Tenerife in 1913 and was smitten by the beautiful scenery of the island. So, as a homage, there is a bust of the Prince located at the entrance of the park
Things To Do Loro Parque
Since Loro Parque offers a large number of habitats and animals to cover, it can become a little overwhelming for the visitors. Here are a few top things that you can expect to see and do when visiting Loro Parque.
Animals
Loro Parque is home to several animal species that are divided into 13 zones. Visitors can come to this immersive zoo to watch the animals thrive in their natural habitat. Penguins, Parrots, Orcas, Lion and lush vegetation all co-exist here.
Exhibits
Each zone is an exhibition designed to imitate the natural habitat of the animals housed there. Travel from Asia to Africa to Antarctica simply by moving from one exhibit to another.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at any one of the seven eateries inside the Loro Parque. From pizza to coffee, there is no dearth of choices. However, if you are the in the mood for a nice juicy steak, you can head to the restaurant at the front of the park.
Know Before You Visit
Here’s everything you need to know before you plan your visit to the famous Loro Parque.
Loro Parque is open daily from:
- Mon to Sun: 9.30 AM - 5.30 PM
Best time to Visit -
Loro Parque would be the weekdays, specifically Tuesday and Friday. There won’t be a crowd as there are very few flights to Tenerife during these days. And you can enjoy the serene park without feeling claustrophobic. Try to avoid the weekends as the locals visit the Zoological institutions. It is also best to explore the park during the summer months as you can enjoy the weather while walking around
Address: Av. Loro Parque, s/n, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Getting There:
By Train:
If you want to take the train then the Loro Parque Express is your best bet. You can take this train from Puerto de la Cruz to Loro Parque. Not only is it a direct train but it is also a free service that takes visitors from Plaza de Los Reyes Católicos to Loro Parque and back.
By Bus:
The Loro Parque Offers a bus Service for visitors to get to the park. This is one of the most convenient methods to travel to the park. However, visitors will have to buy the ticket on the park’s webpage and book the seat 24 hours in advance. You can check out the pickup points here.
By Car:
Since it is an island, the route is extremely straightforward and usually in a single stretch. Travel on the TF 1,2, and 5 around the east/northeast of the Island to Loro Park. Loro Parque has a 3-floor car parking facility. They charge €5 for a day.
- The park offers free Wi-Fi for all the visitors
- Although you can pay with both cash and credit card in the park, it’s recommended that guests stick to electronic money transfers.
- Loro Parque allows smoking. However, you are only allowed to smoke in specific smoking areas.
- Pet’s are, unfortunately, not allowed.
- There is also a Lost & Found. You can find your lost belongings by talking to the public relations crew.
- The park offers baby strollers at a rental price of €5 per day with a €45 deposit which will be refunded when the stroller is returned.
- The majority of the Loro Parque attractions are accessible by wheelchair to those with disabilities.
- The park offers wheelchairs to rent. The park does take a €30 deposit, which is refunded when it is returned. It is recommended you call the Loro Parque and reserve the wheelchair at least 72 hours in advance.
- There is also the option of renting an electric wheelchair. The park charges a rental price of €14.30 and a refundable deposit of €30.
- You are required to bring your photo id with you on the day of your visit to the wheelchair pickup spot.
- The park will be open from Monday to Sunday from 9.30 to 5.30 with a limited capacity.
- Once you’ve purchased the ticket you are required to confirm on the website. This applies to annual pass holders as well.
- The exhibitions and shows are subject to modifications. So, keep track of the timetable on the official website.
- Visitors are only allowed to carry professional photographic equipment with prior permission.
- Go to the park during the week specifically on Tuesdays and Fridays as it’s less likely to be crowded.
- Start the tour during the morning at 9.30 AM when the park opens as you’ll need an entire day to cover the highlights.
- In order to avoid queues, it’s better to go to the shows in advance before it begins.
- It’s also best if you wear comfortable shoes as you’re going to be on your feet.
- Additionally, it’s better to carry a water bottle with you as it will prevent frequent trips to the cafeteria.
- In addition to comfy shoes, all visitors will benefit from carrying a pair of sunglasses. You can start the tour from the back as this will make it less likely to bump into crowds.
- It’s always best to plan your visit rather than wing it.
In Loro Parque, there are multiple places where you can relax and enjoy food. Here are some of the popular eateries around the park.
- Loritaly pizza shop: Open from Thursday to Monday
- Patio Loro: Open from Tuesday to Saturday
- Vista Teide coffee shop: Open from Monday to Friday
- Kiosk Sea Lions: Open from Wednesday to Sunday
- Kiosk Pizza: Open from Saturday to Wednesday
- Kiosk Loro Show: Open from Thursday to Tuesday
- Pizza shop: Open from Friday to Tuesday
- Brunelli’s: Open Monday to Thursday (Located in the front of the park)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Loro Parque
Loro Parque is a 33-acre zoo near Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife, Spain of the Canary Islands. It houses various animal and plant species. It has one of the largest collections of Parrots in the world.
Loro Parque is located in the Canary Islands. It is specifically located at Av. Loro Parque, s/n, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.
Loro Parque is open Monday to Sunday from 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
The best time to visit Loro Park would be the summer months of July and August. As for the days, it’s best to visit either on Tuesday or Friday as there will be very few people.
A minimum of 6 hours is recommended if you want to cover the main highlights and a few hidden gems. However, if you want to relax and eat something, then it’s best to put aside the entire day.
Other than having the world’s largest collection of parrots, Loro Parque also has the largest shark tunnel, Europe’s largest Dolphin Show, and the world’s largest Penguin Exhibit.
It’s a hybrid park that consists of multiple indoor and outdoor exhibits.
Loro Parque tickets cost 37€ for adults and 25€ for children.
Although there is a ticket counter at the park, it’s best to purchase the tickets online through their website. This will help you plan ahead.
In addition to the various animal exhibits inside Loro Parque, there are various eateries and shows.
Loro Parque is more of a Zoological institution. The only ride in the park is a rollercoaster found in the Kinderlandia region of the park.
Yes, Loro Parque is extremely kid-friendly. There is even a portion of the park dedicated to children.
Although there isn’t a specific dress code, the park does recommend visitors wear comfortable clothing.
Yes, you can carry food inside, there are also specific picnic zones where you can eat the food.
Loro Parque houses various eateries, from pizzerias and traditional restaurants to steakhouses.
There are no locker services at the park. So, it’s best to travel light.
Although Loro Parque does offer parking services, you will have to pay for a spot. The park charges 5 euros for parking.
You can contact Loro Parque by calling their official number (+34) 922 373 841.