Monday 22 April 2019

Badoca Safari Park / Sines

So on easter Sunday since none of us are very religious we decided to take a road trip and once again go and visit Badoca Safari Park.  I being African, it's the closest I can feel to that open wild nature feeling...yes you've guessed it although I love being in Europe I miss my South African very, very much ;)  After visiting the park we also took a trip to Sines which is well know for it's refinery's and lovely beaches. It's in the district of Setubal and the Alentejo region and has about 18,298 inhabitants. Also the birthplace of Vasco da Gama. For me it only has one downfall, it's a little windy :)

But before all the photos let me tell you something about Badoca Safari Park...

Badoca Safari Park is located in the IC3, between Santiago do Cacém and Sines, about 34 km (21 miles) from the Grândola exit.
OPTIONS
It’s a different way of discovering Alentejo and Badoca Safari Park, has endless landscapes a new life with different species of wild animals. You can also witness a magnificent presentation of birds of prey, where eagles and hawks perform their natural flight and hunting patterns.
No need to bring food as at the park there is a panoramic restaurant, a naturally integrated location with a glorious view over the savanna. If you prefer to have a meal closer to Nature, they also have a large picnic area, complete with tables and benches, underneath pine trees.
You can be in direct contact with exotic birds in ther gardens and let yourself be submerged in this surreal experience with various species – macaws, parrots, and a lot more!
Or simply walk around freely and enjoy natural spaces, crossing a wooden bridge over a relaxing stream, surrounded by tall trees and the graceful sounds of Nature.
The standard ticket includes:
Safari (you program the time);
Presentation of birds of prey;
Lemurs feeding sessions;
Visit to the primates’ island;
Free roaming around the park and the much loved African Rafting.
PRICES
ADULTS -  17,90€
CHILDREN (0 to 3 years old, if accompanied by a paying adult) -  free
*School groups pay special school price
CHILDREN (4 to 10 years old)  -  15,90€
SENIORS (+65 years old)  -  15,90€
FAMILY PACK (2 adults + 2 children between 4 and 10 years old)  -  61€
EXTRA ACTIVITIES
AFRICAN RAFTING  -  3€
LEMUR INTERACTION (adults or children)  -  15€
OPENING HOURS
March 2 to October 31
Monday to Friday and Weekend -  Opening:  09h30        Closing:  17h00
Badoca Safari Park is open every day (holidays included) until October 31st, 2019.



















 In the very back you're able to see little Malawi born in the park









 Yes, they got on well together, wish us human would too ;)




















 Poor guy :P









 African rafting, we got wet but it was nice and sunny aha











 Oh my, what have I done?


 Sines


 ...and lastly some videos, hope you've enjoyed this little trip :P