Planete Sauvage in Port-Saint-Pere

Planète Sauvage, formerly known as Safari Africain, is a renowned zoological park located in Port-Saint-Père near Nantes, France. Founded in 1992, the park covers approximately 80 hectares of land and is home to nearly 1,000 animals representing about 150 species from around the globe. It offers a unique blend of safari experiences, visible by car, and a pedestrian exploration area. One of its notable features is the inclusion of one of the three dolphinariums in metropolitan France, where visitors can observe bottlenose dolphins. Despite some controversies surrounding Planète Sauvage, including concerns about captivity conditions for dolphins, the park collaborates with researchers and supports wildlife conservation NGOs. Visitors to Planète Sauvage can explore the diverse range of exotic animals in a natural and expansive setting. The park has been a popular destination, receiving between 200,000 and 322,000 visitors annually since 2008. Although not a member of the EAZA, the park actively cooperates with researchers and conservation organizations, demonstrating its commitment to wildlife preservation. In addition to the safari and pedestrian areas, the park's engagement with wildlife conservation adds a layer of educational and ecological significance to the visitor experience. While the controversies have been part of its history, visitors have the opportunity to engage with and learn about the animals and the park's efforts to support their conservation. For those interested in wildlife and conservation, Planète Sauvage provides a unique opportunity to observe a wide variety of animals in a natural habitat. While considering the controversies, the park's commitment to supporting wildlife conservation adds value to the visitor experience. With its expansive grounds and diverse animal population, Planète Sauvage offers an engaging and educational experience for tourists in Port-Saint-Père, France.