Every day we organize fun (and educational!) activities. Check out what's on the program here.
Do you want to know what there is to see and how to get there? Have a look at the map, then how not to miss anything.
You come along in our parkagainst special birds and mammals. Walk through their natural habitat, watch and learn during the feeding talks or visit the unique bird demonstration. There is plenty to experience!
More than 230 animal species live in Avifauna. All sorts beautiful birds live with it small mammals from their habitat.
Did you know that we also pay a lot of attention to nature in our park, and that we consciously invest in biodiversity?
Vogelpark Avifauna is very central in the Randstad and is easily accessible, both by car and by train OV.
Here you can view the opening hours and rates for a day out in Avifauna, but did you know that a subscription has many advantages?
Our beautiful park is also accessible for people with reduced mobility. View here which facilities are available.
A day out in our animal park is not complete without something delicious to eat and drink. We offer something for everyone will!
We invest in the protection of flora and fauna in various ways, both in our park and far beyond our national borders. That social meaning is anchored in everything we do.
Vogelpark Avifauna continuously invests knowledge and resources in nature conservation projects. Every year we support in various projects, both in our own environment and in vulnerable nature areas elsewhere in the world.
To ensure the well-being of our animals and attractive to remain for visitors, we must constantly renew our animal park. We translate the latest scientific insights into our approach and care of the animals.
As an employer, Avifauna plays an important role in the region. Hundreds of young people found their first (holiday) job with us. Specialized professionals know where to find us from all over the country, as do many volunteers and interns Besides.
On the estate of Mr. Van den Brink started as a hobby Vogelpark Avifauna. Op May 17, 1950 opened it very first bird park in the world officially are deur.
Want to gift a day Avifauna guarantees many speel fun with an educational touch. Possibly te combine with Archeon!
We have special BSO arrangements for childcare organizations. Nice, such a different activity!
Birdlife is for the municipalities of Alphen aan den Rijn, Kaag & Braassem and Nieuwkoop active as NME partner.
Do you already know about what you your speakturn? We are happy to help you with our cool presentation boxes!
You can for € 27,50 pp walk with the zookeeper during a meet & greet of your choice. The activity lasts approximately 20 minutes and is suitable for a maximum of 4 visitors. Participants must be at least 6 years old. Visitors under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.
Red panda
During the Meet & Greet you will learn all about the red panda. With the red panda you will be taken along in the daily care, where, if all goes well, they will come down for a health check, where you literally look over the shoulder of the animal caretaker while he/she is doing this. The enclosure is even entered. How cool is that! Because of this it is important that you are good on your feet to easily move in and out of the enclosure. This way the safety of yourself and that of the animals can be guaranteed.
Giant anteater – not in January and February 2026
During the Meet & Greet you will learn all about the inhabitants of the Cerrado and come face to face with the giant anteater. The zookeepers will take you for a look behind the scenes. Here you will discover everything about the special qualities of the anteater. During this meet & greet you can even (support) feeding the anteater. So special!
Do you want to participate in one of these unique experiences? Tickets are for sale in our ticket shop!
If you would like to book a meet & greet on the same day as your visit, please call us on 0172 – 256 256 and we will check if there is still space available.
NB! The Meet & Greets are only offered in Dutch.
Good to know: petting, touching or feeding these animals is not possible, this is in connection with the welfare of our animals.
Meet & greet giant anteater 14:15 pm.
Meet & greet panda 14:30 pm.
At the meeting point (see ticket for location) you will be picked up by the animal keeper five minutes before the start.