Pairi Daiza

Description

Pairi Daiza is a zoological and botanical park located in Brugelette, renowned for the exceptional quality of its décor, the richness of its biodiversity, and the scale of its themed worlds. Spanning more than 75 hectares, the park offers deep immersion into worlds inspired by Asia, Africa, Australia, and the polar regions, featuring impressive architectural reconstructions and habitats designed with animal welfare in mind.

History

The park is built on the grounds of the former Cistercian abbey of Cambron. Opened in 1993 under the name Paradiso, it gradually evolved into Pairi Daiza, meaning “the enclosed garden” in Persian. Over the years, it has transformed into a unique thematic park in Europe, blending architectural heritage, world gardens, and rare animal species. Pairi Daiza regularly receives international awards, particularly for its elephant, panda, and big cat habitats.

The Themed Worlds

Pairi Daiza is divided into immersive worlds, each dedicated to a culture or region of the world. These areas combine natural landscapes, traditional architecture, and region-specific wildlife.

• The Land of the Cold: polar bears, walruses, Siberian tigers
• The Kingdom of Ganesha: Asian elephants, Balinese temples
• The Last Frontier: brown bears, wolves, sea lions
• The City of Immortals: giant pandas, Chinese architecture
• African Village: rhinos, giraffes, zebras, African birds
• Cambron Abbey: birds, gardens, historic ruins
• Cambron the Dream World: nocturnal species and botanical areas

Each world offers spectacular staging, with temples, bridges, waterfalls, bamboo forests, deserts, and recreated plains.

Experiences and Encounters

Pairi Daiza offers numerous experiences that enhance immersion within the park:

• feeding sessions and meet-and-greets with caretakers
• walkways overlooking the elephants
• hidden corners accessible via suspension bridges
• a giant aviary where visitors can walk freely
• areas where lemurs roam freely

The park also offers overnight stays in lodges built directly into the animal habitats, with views of bears, wolves, walruses, or tigers.

On-Site Services

Pairi Daiza provides a wide range of facilities for families, groups, and day visitors:

• themed restaurants and snack bars
• rest areas and picnic zones
• children’s play areas
• souvenir shops
• immersive accommodation within the park

Access

The park is located in Brugelette, easily accessible by car, bus, or train (Mons–Ath line, Cambron-Casteau stop). A large parking area is available at the entrance. The park’s pathways are suitable for strollers and visitors with reduced mobility.

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