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Safari experience from Sousse or Hammamet to Friguia Park

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£26.00

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Language: English, Italian, French, Arabic, German

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Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

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Entrance fees included

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Why you’ll love this…

It’s Tunisia’s first wildlife park, offering an exciting look at over 60 animal species
You’ll witness predator feeding sessions, a thrilling moment for big cat enthusiasts
It combines close-up animal encounters with elevated viewing paths for a unique perspective
The passion of the keepers and guides adds depth to your visit, making it educational and fun
It’s a perfect blend of wildlife adventure and family relaxation, with transfers included for ease

What to expect

You will explore Friguia Wildlife Park, a family-friendly destination nestled between Sousse and Hammamet. You will encounter over 60 fascinating species, from elephants and lions to zebras and flamingos. As you stroll along elevated walkways, you will enjoy close-up views of animals in spacious, well-kept habitats.

You will be entertained by engaging dolphin performances where these intelligent creatures display impressive skills. While the sea lion show is no longer available, you will witness thrilling predator feeding sessions on select days. On some visits, you may also enjoy vibrant traditional African dance shows.

After your adventure, you will relax in picnic areas or grab a snack from on-site cafés. Your half-day visit will end early, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the rest of your day.

What's included

Entrance fees
Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
Driver
Parking

What's not included

Drinks
Food
Tour guide

Where

Meeting point:

You'll be picked up from any location in Hammamet and Sousse. Please provide the full address at check-out. Please be ready 10 minutes before pick-up time in the hotel lobby or at the designated meeting point.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users
Not recommended for pregnant women or people with animal allergies

Know in advance:

The park is closed on Mondays
Food and drinks are available for purchase on-site
The sea lion show is no longer available
If you want to watch the predators feeding, you can visit on Wednesday, Friday or Sunday at 10:00 AM
Dance performances are held at select times during the day

Remember to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes and a sun hat are highly recommended
Bring water, sunscreen, and a camera for your comfort and memories

Provider

Départ Travel Services

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Katie
From United States of America - June 2025

Travelled as a couple

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

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