Arona: Entry Ticket to Tenerife’s Jungle Park Zoo

Bring walking shoes and a sense of curiosity. Arona’s Jungle Park packs 75,000 square meters of tropical paths, bridges, aviaries, animal habitats, and shows into a full day in southern Tenerife. With more than 400 animals representing over 100 species, it feels less like a row of standard zoo pens and more like a green adventure park.

I especially like the free flight bird shows, where eagles, hawks, vultures, parrots, and macaws move through open space above you. The walk-through lemur area is another strong point, giving you a close look at these lively animals without glass between you and them. The main drawback is the hilly, sprawling layout, which can be tiring with toddlers, a stroller, or anyone who finds long walks difficult.

The entrance price is about $41 per person, and your ticket is valid for one day. That is fair if you stay several hours and catch the main shows, though parking, food, photographs, and the optional BOB ride add to the bill.

Key points before you go

• Plan around the shows: The birds of prey, exotic bird, and sea lion presentations are the park’s biggest attractions.
• Arrive early: One detailed visit found it easiest to catch the shows and penguin feeding before 11 AM.
• Expect a real walk: The park is spacious, hilly, and full of paths, bridges, and changing levels.
• Walk among lemurs: The lemur area is one of the most unusual parts of the visit.
• Budget for extras: Parking costs €4, the BOB ride costs €4, and animal photographs cost about €10 each.
• Download your ticket and map: Reception and phone scanning can be awkward, and the park relies heavily on a QR code map.

What makes Jungle Park different from a standard zoo

Jungle Park’s main appeal is its setting. The park uses thick tropical planting, waterfalls, bridges, caves, and winding paths to create a jungle theme rather than placing every animal beside a straight paved lane. You will still find familiar zoo features, but the route feels more active and exploratory.

I like this style for families because a four year old or five year old has more to do than simply look through a barrier. You might cross a rope bridge, pass through a bat or crocodile cave, follow a path behind a waterfall, or spot monkeys high in the trees. The layout gives children small discoveries between the main animal areas.

The park covers a large area, so you should not treat it as a quick one hour stop. One parent found the full walk challenging with a pregnant companion and a two year old. Another family appreciated that the paths were manageable with a stroller, but the mixed terrain means comfort will depend on your pace and mobility.

The phrase only real jungle in Europe is part of Jungle Park’s identity. Take it as a description of the park’s heavily planted setting, not as a claim that you are entering untouched wilderness. The attraction is still a managed zoo, but the greenery makes the animal areas feel less stark.

Arriving at the main ticket desk

You enter through the main ticket desk. Have your ticket downloaded to your phone before you arrive, since the reception process may not be especially smooth and phone access can be unreliable in the moment.

If you are driving, parking costs €4. The park does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, so transport needs planning. A free bus service from Costa Adeje has been used by some visitors, while taxis have been easy to find near the exit, with one account describing cars arriving every few minutes.

Those staying around Costa Adeje should check the current free bus details before setting out. If you rely on a taxi, keep in mind that the return trip adds to the cost. One otherwise happy day became noticeably more expensive because of taxis there and back.

The park is open 365 days a year, and the last entry is at 4 PM. That late entry time does not mean you should arrive late. To get value from the ticket, you need enough time for the paths, shows, feeding time, and a break for food.

Start with the birds of prey

The birds of prey show is the park’s most praised attraction, and it deserves priority in your plan. You can see eagles, hawks, vultures, marabouts, cranes, ibis, flamingos, swans, and storks around the wider bird areas, but the free flight presentation is the part that creates the strongest memory.

The birds fly over the audience and display their speed, wingspan, and control in open air. That is very different from seeing a raptor perched behind mesh. Parents often find this show works for a wide age range, while adults can appreciate the birds just as much as children.

Some animal encounters also allow you to hold birds such as an eagle or parrot and purchase photographs afterward. The photo opportunity can be a wonderful souvenir, especially for a child, but it is not included in the ticket. At about €10 per photograph, decide in advance how much you want to spend so the extra sales do not surprise you.

The open show area can become hot, particularly in strong sun. Take water, wear a hat, and consider where you sit. The show is included, but the comfort of watching it depends on arriving prepared.

Catch the exotic bird flight show

The exotic bird show adds a second presentation with parrots, macaws, toucans, pelicans, and other colorful species. The free flight aviary is also worth time outside the scheduled show, since it gives you a closer look at birds moving through a planted space.

I find the two bird attractions useful for different reasons. The birds of prey show provides drama and scale, while the exotic birds bring color, calls, and playful movement. If your child enjoys animals that fly, these are the experiences most likely to justify the admission price.

Try to check the daily timetable as soon as you enter. Exact show times are not provided in the booking information, and the park’s QR code map has been confusing for some people. A quick check early in the day can prevent you from crossing the whole park at the wrong time.

See penguins and visit the sea lions

The Humboldt penguins have a scheduled feeding time, which gives you another fixed point for the day. Feeding is often more interesting than simply viewing animals because you can see how the keepers manage the group and how the birds move and react.

The sea lion show is the other major crowd favorite. You can expect trained sea lions performing in a presentation that combines animal movement with audience entertainment. The show has made a strong impression on many families, and some optional animal experiences go further, allowing you to enter the water with the sea lions.

Swimming with the sea lions is not part of the standard entry ticket. It is an additional paid experience, so ask about the current terms and price at the park if that is important to you. It can become the highlight of a child’s holiday, but it also adds another sizeable cost.

I also want to note the ethical concern raised by one visitor who felt uncomfortable watching the sea lion performance. Animal shows can affect people differently. If you prefer observation with little training or performance, spend more time at the habitats and skip the presentation.

Photographs are offered around some animal encounters, including the sea lions. They can be fun, but sales pressure has been noted. You do not need to buy them to enjoy the park.

Walk through the lemur area

The walk-through lemur area is one of Jungle Park’s best features. Instead of viewing lemurs from a distant path, you move through their planted habitat and may see them close by.

This is a good example of why the park feels different from a conventional zoo. The experience is not just about ticking off species. You get a sense of how the animals move through trees and vegetation, while the route gives children a simple and memorable way to connect with them.

Follow the posted instructions and do not touch or feed the lemurs unless staff clearly allow it. The point is to share their space respectfully. The area may be especially enjoyable for children who lose interest in animals behind fences.

Explore the orchid garden, caves, and bridges

Leave time for the features between the headline animals. The Great Orchid Garden adds color and plant interest, while the waterfall route and caves create small surprises along the way.

A child might be more excited by a bat cave, crocodile cave, hanging monkey bridges, or a rope bridge than by a less familiar bird species. These elements make the park work as a family day out, not only as an animal collection.

The paths are not always easy to understand. The park has signs for general direction, but not every path clearly identifies where it leads. A QR code map is available, though it has not worked for everyone. Download anything you need before entering and take a screenshot if possible.

The terrain is worth taking seriously. Jungle Park is described as very hilly, and the full route can be demanding for poor walkers. Families with young children should allow extra time and take breaks rather than trying to cover every corner quickly.

Food, play areas, and extra costs

Food and drink are not included. There are several cafés and eating areas, but food prices have been described as expensive by some families, and the choice for children may be limited. One parent found the lack of a children’s menu difficult for a child with restricted food preferences.

Picnics are not permitted, so you cannot rely on bringing a packed lunch to control costs. If you have children, plan for drinks and snacks within the park budget. Some visitors have found the food reasonable, while others considered it costly or not especially varied, so expectations should be moderate.

Young children also have a play area, which is useful when they need a break from animals. The BOB ride is another optional attraction at €4. It adds a burst of fun for older children and adults, but it is separate from the zoo admission and may close earlier than the rest of the park. Check its operating time when you arrive.

These extras do not make the basic ticket poor value. They simply mean your final cost can rise quickly if you add parking, café meals, photographs, ice cream, and the ride.

How long should you spend there?

The ticket is valid for one day, and I would plan on several hours at minimum. A full day makes sense if you want to see all three shows, attend penguin feeding, walk through the lemur area, stop for food, and explore the caves and bridges.

Arriving before 11 AM is a useful strategy if the daily program follows a similar pattern. One early visit found that this timing made it easier to catch the main activities and avoid a rushed afternoon.

You do not have to see every enclosure. If you are short on time, make the birds of prey show, sea lion show, lemur walk, and penguin feeding your priorities. Then use the planted paths and aviary as time allows.

The park is also a good choice for a repeat family visit. A first trip might focus on the shows, while a second can take a slower route through the gardens, caves, and animal areas.

Is the $41 ticket good value?

At about $41, the ticket is reasonable for a full day, especially if you use the included shows and spend time exploring rather than arriving for a short photo stop. The admission covers the birds of prey show, exotic bird show, sea lion show, and penguin feeding, so the core program does not require constant extra payments.

The value is strongest for families with children who enjoy movement and variety. You are paying for animals, gardens, presentations, walking routes, bridges, and play space in one place. Adults who care about birds may find the birds of prey show alone a strong reason to visit.

The value drops if you need a short, flat, quiet attraction or if you plan to eat every meal inside. Add transport from the resort, parking, food, photographs, and optional animal encounters, and the day can cost much more than the entry price suggests.

Compared with Loro Parque, Jungle Park offers a different day. Its jungle setting, lemur walk, caves, bridges, and free flight displays give it a more active feel. Several families who visited both preferred Jungle Park for younger children, but that is a matter of what you want from a zoo rather than a universal ranking.

Who will enjoy Jungle Park most?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• Families with young children who enjoy animals, bridges, caves, and play areas
• Adults who want to see birds of prey in free flight
• Anyone staying in southern Tenerife who can arrange transport
• Visitors who like a zoo with plenty of plants and walking routes
• Families willing to spend most of a day at one attraction

I would be more cautious if you have limited mobility, dislike hills, or want a low-cost outing with no add-ons. The park is wheelchair accessible, but the hilly setting still means you should consider how much walking your group can comfortably manage.

If animal performances make you uneasy, you can focus on the habitats, aviary, lemur area, penguins, and gardens. The sea lion and bird presentations are included, but you are not required to make every show the center of your day.

Should you book Arona’s Jungle Park?

Yes, if you want a lively family day with excellent bird shows, a memorable lemur walk, and a jungle-style setting. I would book it as a half day only if you are selective, but the ticket makes more sense when you stay long enough to see the shows and explore the full park.

Book with the right expectations: bring water, prepare for hills, download your ticket, check the show times on arrival, and set an extra budget for food and photographs. If you do that, Jungle Park offers one of southern Tenerife’s more enjoyable animal attractions, with enough variety to keep both children and adults interested.

FAQ

Where is Jungle Park located?

Jungle Park is in Arona, in the south of Tenerife in Spain’s Canary Islands.

How much does entry to Jungle Park cost?

The listed price is about $41 per person. Parking, food and drinks, the BOB ride, photographs, and optional animal experiences cost extra.

How long is the ticket valid?

The ticket is valid for one day from first activation.

What shows are included?

Entry includes a birds of prey free flight show, an exotic birds free flight show, and a sea lion show. Penguin feeding time is also included.

Can you walk among the lemurs?

Yes. Jungle Park has paths through the lemur area, allowing you to walk among them in a planted habitat.

Is Jungle Park wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. The park is also described as hilly, so you should consider the walking conditions for your group.

What time is the last entry?

The last entry is at 4 PM. The park is open 365 days a year.