Carbis Bay Holidays :: Animal Attractions
West Cornwall offers a wide choice of wildlife parks, zoos and animal attractions and are home to hundreds of animals, birds, insects and mammals including the rare and exotic species.
Some are on your doorstep such as the renowned Paradise Park, a 45 minute drive to Newquay provides the opportunity to visit the Zoo and Blue Reef Aquarium. Also a short drive to Gweek to visit the National Seal Sanctuary.
Fun for all the family.
Paradise Park, Hayle
Paradise Park - one of Cornwall's top wildlife sanctuaries is close by on the main road out of St Ives to Hayle, home to the World Parrot Trust as well as otters, squirrels and birds.
The Park is set around a Victorian walled garden, and features tropical plants which thrive in Cornwall's mild climate. The JungleBarn indoor play centre provides plenty of active fun for children whatever the weather.
Newquay Zoo, Newquay
Award winning Newquay Zoo is home to hundreds of animals from all around the world set in sub-tropical lakeside gardens. New for 2012 is the penguin feeding experience.
www.newquayzoo.org.uk
Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay
Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay brings the magic of the undersea world alive. Over 40 living displays recreate amazing undersea habitats from local waters to exotic seas. Informative, entertaining talks and feeding displays throughout the day.
www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk
National Seal Sanctuary, Gweek
Set in the picturesque Helford Estuary by the beautiful village of Gweek in Cornwall, the National Seal Sanctuary houses a variety of seals and sea lions. It is also a haven for other animals, such as otters, sheep, ponies and goats. Occasionally the Sanctuary's facilities and expertise are called upon to aid in the rescue of other marine creatures such as dolphins and turtles.
www.sealsanctuary.co.uk
Elemental Tours, Lizard
This tour company has a sustainable ethos and offers an Atlantic or Overland Adventure. On water, their expertly guided cruises take you in pursuit of seals and basking sharks off Land's End and the Lizard Peninsula. On land, it is safrari-style, taking in wildflowers, seasonal birds and the geology and mining history of the area.
www.elementaltours.co.uk
Orca Sea Safaris
Experience a fantastic Coastal Safari with Orca Sea safaris on an exciting 12 seater RIB from the historic port of Falmouth. Look for wildlife including dolphins and seals, listen to an informative and entertaining commentary and discover the area including its history, shipwrecks, smugglers tales and much much more...
www.kingharryscornwall.co.uk/ferries/orca
Dairyland Farm World
An all weather farm themed attraction, located near Newquay, providing a great day out for all ages. There is hours of fun to be had in the Bull Pen indoor play area, on the drop slides and mini tractors, not forgetting the daily milking of the cows.
www.dairylandfarmworld.com
Cornish Camels
Visit the Cornish Camels free of charge out on the Lizard peninsula. There is an organic cafe, farm shop, gift shop with local crafts and children's toys. The camel centre looks straight into the camel pen, so that the camels can be viewed and enjoyed come rain or shine.
Roskilly's Farm
Roskillys Farm is located out on the Lziard peninsula near Helston and is a great attraction for all ages. Watch the cows being milked, enjoy some yummy lunch in the Croust House café, tuck into the freshly made Roskilly’s ice cream, take a look around the craft shop or take a peaceful walk around the nature trail.
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