When we mentioned to friends that we were visiting the beautiful Algarve, many suggested that we go and visit the popular family attraction “Zoomarine”. I must admit that I hadn’t heard of “Zoomarine” before… last time my husband and I visited Portugal, we didn’t have a child so we were more interested in what the bars and clubs had to offer rather than the popular family attractions in the Algarve. Now we run MyBump2Baby where we review popular days out and attractions in both the UK and abroad it seemed like the perfect chance to visit this attraction and see if it is worth a visit for families visiting the Algarve.

Described as “one of Portugal’s biggest lures for kids and adults” on Trip advisor obviously we couldn’t wait to visit Zoomarine.

Zoomarine Algarve Portugal Review

Getting to Zoomarine Algarve

Zoomarine is located in Guia, which is only a 20-minute drive from Albufeira, there are plenty of buses running that you can pay for, alternatively we decided to get an Uber which was 14 euros each way. We recommend getting a price from your hotel for the bus, a private taxi and an Uber to ensure you get the best price possible.

Opening Hours of Zoomarine, Algarve

The opening hours depend on the time of the year when we headed to Zoomarine early September it was open from 10am – 7:30pm. Click here to find out what time it is open when you are visiting.

Ticket Prices at Zoomarine, Algarve

At the time of our visit the ticket prices were;

Children under 1 metre – free

Children from 1 metre to 10 years – 18.90 euros

Age 11 – 64 years – 26.10 euros

Senior entrance 65 years + – 18.90 euros

Disability – 14.50 euros

Tickets include unlimited use of all the attractions, including the 4D Cinema, aquarium, the sea shows and the swimming attractions. You have the opportunity to buy tickets online before you arrive.

What is there to do in Zoomarine, Algarve

From thrill seeking on mini rollercoasters, splashing in the wave pools to the 4d cinema there is literally something for everyone.

What we love about Zoomarine, Algarve

Zoomarine is an extremely popular attraction that cares about the environment and its animals which is beautiful to see. It also has a rehabilitation centre and also runs sea life educational programmes. So the whole family can have fun day out whilst learning about marine conservation too.

Specialised staff are dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing marine and aquatic animals back into the wild.

The Rides at Zoomarine Algarve

There are a number of rides available but sadly George wasn’t big enough for some of the rides which I must admit was a little frustrating especially as he is obsessed with Dinosaurs so getting to the front of Jurassic river and then finding out he wasn’t allowed on was a kick off that could have been resolved if the leaflet did clearly state which ones the children under 1 metre could go on.

The Squirter

George absolutely loved the squirting ride, I sat him on my knee and used his body to shield me from the oncoming water squirted by contestant’s on the other boats and at the side of the ride.

The Train

George went on the train with Daddy, he was a little annoyed he couldn’t go at the front which of course resulted in a kick off and a few slaps we had to block but in the end he got back on the ride and enjoyed it thoroughly.

4d Cinema

We adored the 4d cinema, in fact it was a little scary in parts however watching the dolphins swim around was really sweet, the odd appearance from a shark got our hearts racing but it was all part of the fun.

The Sea lion Show

The Sea Lion Show was fantastic and the initial entertainment made it a really fun place to be, the arena was echoing with excitement from start to finish. The sea lion show was fun, educational and beautiful and it was clear to see the relationship between the trainers and the sea lions was unbreakable.

The Dolphin Show

The Dolphin show was a massive hit with George who hasn’t stopped talking about it since. We learnt about the Dolphins, the sounds they make and about their history. The show was incredible from start to finish and our jaws were wide open the whole way through.

The Beach, Wave pools and River Rapids

The aquatic playground was a massive hit with George, he explored the pirates treasure chest whilst sailing down the slide. This area kept George extremely happy as the September weather hit 31 degrees. There were plenty of other areas which would be great for older members of the family but for us with a 3-year-old we stayed in this part.

Marine life

We loved the fact that we had the opportunity to learn more about marine life at the live animal shows, aquarium and exhibitions.

Our Overall View of ZooMarine Portugal

Is one day at Zoomarine Portugal enough? I personally don’t think it is. You could literally have 3 separate days out across 3 days which is why I recommend getting a package deal through your holiday provider or purchasing the discounted ticket on your way out.

I do think they could make it easier for families with toddlers by inclusing what rides suit different ages on the leaflet and I also think that an indoor soft playarea would be great to get little ones out of the heat.

So you are thinking about taking a trip to the wonderful Loro Parque? I decided to carry out a review so that you can make your own informed decision before purchasing Loro Parque tickets.

Loro Parque is located in the North of Tenerife in a place called Puerto de la Cruz, many companies offer excursions and they are often at a good price alternatively you can hire a car from as little as £25 a day. Loro Parque is most famous for its many Parrots which you can enjoy as you make your way round the beautiful park, it is also home to some of the most endangered animals in the world like the white tiger.

My husband and son (9 months) and I decided that we would like to do something fun and different on our last day in Tenerife and we agreed to head to Loro Parque. We got a coach from Costa Adeje, we booked this by speaking to a rep in our hotel. We arrived at Loro Parque at around 11am, the coach was picking us up at 4pm. So we had a good 5 hours of fun ahead of us. When we first entered Loro Parque, we couldn’t get over how beautiful and well-kept it was and we were so excited to sit down with a map, timetable and an ice lolly and plan our day. There are many shows on at Loro Parque and you need to make sure you get to see them all.

Loro Parques Shows

Loro Parques Orca Show

The Orca show was the first show we watched and it was absolutely brilliant. There is a space for prams and plenty of places to comfortably sit during the show. The Orcas were absolutely brilliant and you couldn’t help but smile as you watch them perform tricks and entertain the audience. They caused mischief as they spashed some of the audience (be prepared to get wet if you are sat near the front)

Loro Parques Sea Lion Show

The Sea-Lion show was initially a show I wasn’t as bothered about. It was so fun to watch and the sea lions showed off their wonderful personality’s and it looked like they have an unbreakable bond with their trainers which melted my heart. The show was hilarious to watch and I even watched them twice I loved them that much.

Loro Parques Dolphin Show

The Dolphin show was lovely, we arrived at the Dolphin show a little early and managed to sit right at the front which was really nice as we got to see the dolphins swim round before the show started. The show was very educational and I learnt things about Dolphins I didn’t know. They continued with a wonderful show and it really was a fantastic way to end the day.

Loro Parques Bird Show

Birds is never something I have really been interested and to be honest we only went to this show because we were nearby when it started but this show actually left me speechless and it is not often I am left speechless. It is unbelieveable and a definate must see.

Loro Parques other animals

In between the shows we saw the other amazing animals in the park, travelling in to the beautiful penguin world was incredible and it was something you would only ever dream about seeing in real life. The tunnel full of sea animals from sharks to stingrays was amazing and George absolutely loved it.

Loro Parque Lunch Time

There are many places to eat at Loro Parque but as my husband and I were keen to get round the park as quickly as possible we decided to have a sandwich and a quick drink, it was delicious.

Loro Parque’s Toilet and Changing Facilities

The toilet and changing facilities were very clean and well kept, there was a lady on the door cleaning the toilets throughout the day which was really good.

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Loro Parques Overall Review

Loro Parque was definitely one of my favourite days of our first family holiday. When I booked Loro Parque I was initially I was a little worried about how George would be on the coach as it did take about 2.5 hours from Costa Adeje. The coach had full air-con and was very comfortable, it also had a toilet on it which was useful when changing the baby. It picked us up from a bus stop near our hotel. I would strongly advise to take lots of food, drinks and toys to keep your little ones entertained. You may want to think about hiring a car as this would cut the journey right down and you can also go to the park and leave as and when you wish. George did sleep the majority of the journey which was great.

The park was just brilliant, there was so much to do and you may find that you don’t manage to get round to see everything if you don’t plan your day effectively. Once you get to the park, get your map and timetable and plan your day to ensure that you don’t miss anything. There is a break for dinner with the shows and there is more than enough restaurants and cafes to choose from. George is only 9 months but he did really enjoy looking at the animals. The journey can seem off putting but it really wasn’t as bad as I thought. I think next time we go to Tenerife I will definitely look at hiring a car and seeing all the beautiful parts that we didn’t get to see last time. I would definitely visit Loro Parque again as it truly was a magical place. I did find the trip to be educational at the same time learning about the many animals at Loro Parque. What I liked about Loro Parque above other animal parks is that it was clear to see how much of a bond the trainers and animals have, it really was lovely to see.