Bioparc Valencia
Founded 2008 · Spain
Bioparc Valencia (Valencia)
Founded 2008 · Spain
BIOPARC Valencia is a revolutionary zoo concept in the heart of Spain's third city — a fully immersive African savanna where lions, gorillas, elephants and giraffes live in barrier-free habitats designed for zooinmersión. Opened in February 2008, the 10-hectare park has redefined what a modern zoo can be, placing visitors inside equatorial Africa, Madagascar and wetland ecosystems without visible fences.
Developed by Rainforest, specialists in immersive habitat design, BIOPARC Valencia proves that conservation, education and wonder can coexist in a single unforgettable experience. The Fundación BIOPARC extends this mission into the wild, supporting projects that protect the very species visitors encounter face to face.
Highlights
- Fully immersive African savanna in the heart of Valencia
- Barrier-free zooinmersión — animals without visible barriers
- Walk-through habitats with lions, gorillas and elephants
- 10 hectares of recreated equatorial Africa, Madagascar and wetlands
- Opened February 2008 — a new concept in modern zoos
- Fundación BIOPARC conservation programmes
- 1 million annual visitors
- EAZA and AIZA member
- Multi-species savanna with lagoons and kopjes
- Located near Valencia's City of Arts and Sciences
Animals you'll meet
- Lions
- Gorillas
- Elephants
- Giraffes
- Lemurs
- Hippos
- Rhinoceros
- Crocodiles
- Hyenas
- Meerkats
- Aardvarks
- Warthogs
About the zoo
Signature Habitats
BIOPARC's design philosophy removes traditional barriers so visitors feel present in the animals' world.
- African Savanna — lions, hyenas, elephants, giraffes and antelope on open plains
- Gorilla Forest — western lowland gorillas in an immersive forest setting
- Madagascar — lemurs in baobab forest
- Wetlands — Nile crocodiles and equatorial river species
- Walk-through areas with panoramic viewing and hidden moats
- Multi-species habitats with lagoons and kopjes
Must-See Experience
Hidden moats, integrated landscaping and careful sight lines create the illusion of sharing the same space as lions on the savanna or gorillas in the forest. Keeper encounters and seasonal events deepen the connection between visitors and wildlife.
Conservation Impact
The Fundación BIOPARC channels visitor support into in-situ and ex-situ conservation, from African breeding programmes to environmental education for schools across the Valencia region. Every ticket contributes to protecting the wild relatives of the animals visitors meet.
Plan Your Visit
Allow half a day to a full day to explore all zones. The compact 10-hectare layout rewards unhurried exploration. Combine with Oceanogràfic and the City of Arts and Sciences for a complete Valencia wildlife day. Book online for the best prices.
History
- 2008
BIOPARC Valencia opens with revolutionary zooinmersión concept on 28 February
- 2010
Madagascar zone opens with lemur habitats in baobab forest
- 2015
Fundación BIOPARC expands African conservation partnerships
- 2020
Continuous habitat refinement and species programme expansion
- 2024
1 million annual visitors and growing international recognition
Conservation
BIOPARC Valencia supports conservation through the Fundación BIOPARC, protecting endangered species in Africa and raising awareness through immersive education.
- Fundación BIOPARC — in-situ and ex-situ conservation
- African species breeding programmes
- Madagascar lemur conservation
- Environmental education for schools
- EAZA European Endangered Species Programmes
Awards
- EAZA member
- AIZA member
- Pioneer of zooinmersión design