Lima Perú Zoo, Parque de las Leyendas
About
The Lima Peru Zoo with private transport and guide, Parque de las Leyendas is a family-friendly cultural and educational experience that allows visitors to discover Peru’s incredible biodiversity while exploring Lima’s most important zoological and archaeological park.
During this Lima Peru Zoo with private transport and guide, Parque de las Leyendas tour, you will travel in a comfortable private vehicle accompanied by a professional guide who will explain the park’s history, its animal habitats, and the ecological importance of Peru’s three main natural regions: Sierra, Selva, and Costa.
Parque de las Leyendas is not only a zoo but also an archaeological complex that preserves remains of pre-Hispanic cultures within the city of Lima. You can learn more about its cultural value on the official Lima municipal website:
Municipality of Lima.
This tour is ideal for families, school groups, and travelers of all ages who want a safe, informative, and relaxed visit with personalized attention and private transportation. Discover more family experiences in Lima here: family tours in Lima.
Pick-up
Your Lima Peru Zoo with private transport and guide, Parque de las Leyendas begins with a private pick-up from your hotel or Airbnb. Your guide will introduce the history of the park and explain what you will see during your visit while driving toward the San Miguel district of Lima.
Arrival at Parque de las Leyendas
Upon arrival, you will enter Lima’s most important zoo. Parque de las Leyendas combines wildlife conservation with archaeological heritage, making it a unique destination in Peru.
Sierra Zone - Andean Wildlife
The tour starts in the Sierra zone, where you will observe animals native to the Peruvian Andes, including the majestic Andean condor, llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and guanacos.
Your guide will explain the cultural significance of these animals in Inca civilization and how they have adapted to life in high-altitude environments. You will also see Andean felines such as the puma.
Selva Zone - Amazon Rainforest
Next, you will visit the Selva zone, home to one of the park’s greatest biodiversity areas. Here you will see jaguars, monkeys, macaws, tapirs, large snakes, and other Amazonian species.
The guide will describe the importance of the rainforest ecosystem and its role in global environmental balance.
Costa Zone - Peruvian Coast
In the Costa zone, you will discover species typical of Peru’s coastline, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, flamingos, marine birds, and turtles.
Your guide will explain how these animals have adapted to Peru’s arid coastal climate and marine environment.
International Zone
The tour continues to the International zone, where you will encounter animals from other continents such as lions, giraffes, elephants, and zebras.
This section allows visitors to compare Peruvian wildlife with species from Africa and other parts of the world.
Return to your accommodation
At the end of the visit, your private transportation will take you back to your hotel or Airbnb in Lima. Your guide will answer any remaining questions about Parque de las Leyendas or Peruvian wildlife.
Note: The order of the visit may vary depending on park conditions on the day of the tour.
- San Borja, Surco and Callao: Additional charge of 10 USD per person.
- Other locations: Please, ask for the additional fee.
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