Badoca Safari Park

While in southwest Portugal, travel to what feels like the heart of Africa by heading to Badoca Safari Park. Situated about an hour and a half south of Lisbon, the wildlife park features animals that are native to Africa and that live in surroundings similar to their natural habitat.
To get the full experience, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the critter-filled landscape during a 45-minute safari ride. While on the excursion, you’ll spy wild animals such as giraffes, zebras, camels and more. Other park activities include the lemur experience, during which you can interact with the endangered animals; and a children’s petting zoo, complete with goats, donkeys, lambs, ponies and more. And if you’re keen for more adventure, even go — and get soaked — on the African rafting ride.

Practical Info

Different experiences — such as African rafting and the interaction with lemurs — have additional costs. If you wish to go rafting, expect to get quite wet, so plan accordingly with extra clothes. Also note that the rafting experience has limited opening hours, so inquire in advance so you don’t miss out.