🐊 La Vanille Nature Park – A Magical Wildlife Experience

Transportation
Bus, Airlines
Accomodation
3 Stars Hotels
Maximum Altitude
5,416 metres
Departure from
Kathmandu
Best season
Feb, Mar, Apr & May
Tour type
Eco-Tour, Hiking
Meals
All meals during the trek
Language
English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Group Size
2-15
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
65

Overview

🗺️ Experience Description

Wander through shaded pathways as expert guides lead you into the heart of this lush tropical park. Surrounded by towering palms and bamboo, you’ll safely observe thousands of Nile crocodiles—an impressive and unforgettable sight.

Continue your journey into the tortoise savannah, where hundreds of giant Aldabra and Radiata tortoises roam freely. Don’t miss the chance to meet Domino, a gentle giant weighing over 275 kg and more than a century old—a perfect photo opportunity.

As you explore further, you’ll encounter a wide variety of fascinating animals, from playful lemurs to colorful koi fish and rare reptiles. The park also offers interactive experiences, bringing you closer to wildlife in a fun and educational way.

A true highlight is the incredible butterfly and insect collection—one of the largest in the world—carefully assembled over decades and rich in vibrant colors and rare species.

When it’s time to relax, enjoy a unique dining experience at the treetop restaurant, where you can taste local dishes, including crocodile meat, or simply unwind with snacks and refreshments.

⏰ Practical Information

Opening Hours: Daily from 09:00 to 17:00
Crocodile Feeding Times: 11:30 & 14:30 (must-see moments!)
Location: South of Mauritius (Rivière des Anguilles)

✨ Why Visit La Vanille Nature Park?

A perfect blend of adventure, education, and relaxation
One of Mauritius’ most unique wildlife attractions
Ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers

Don’t miss this magical encounter where nature and humans meet in true Mauritian harmony.

Highlights

🐊 Feeding of crocodile
🐢 Meet giant tortoises, including the famous 113-year-old Domino, in one of the largest tortoise parks in the world
🌿 Enjoy guided walks through lush greenery filled with palm trees and giant bamboo
🐒 Discover diverse wildlife: lemurs, monkeys, geckos, Java deer, fruit bats, and more
🦋 Explore one of the world’s most fascinating butterfly and insect collections
🍽️ Unique Mauritian cuisine at the treetop restaurant Le Crocodile Affamé
🛍️ Shop for authentic souvenirs at the Crocod’Île Shop, including locally crafted items

Day 1 :

Kathmandu to Pokhara (By flight or Bus), the city of Lakes, adventures and serenity.

Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you are welcomed by the team and then you will be transferred to your hotel. This trail goes through Ghorepani Poon Hill. Normally, the trek starts like Pokhara to Nayapul and ends like Phedi to Pokhara. While early travel tended to be slower, more dangerous, and more dominated by trade and migration, cultural and technological advances over many years have tended to mean that travel has become easier and more accessible. The evolution of technology in such diverse fields as horse tack and bullet trains has contributed to this trend.

Day 2 :

Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri

While early travel tended to be slower, more dangerous, and more dominated by trade and migration, cultural and technological advances over many years have tended to mean that travel has become easier and more accessible. The evolution of technology in such diverse fields as horse tack and bullet trains has contributed to this trend.

Day 3 :

Trek to Ghorepani

The Palace of Fifty five Windows: This magnificent palace was built during the reign of King Yakshya Malla in A.D. 1427 and was subsequently remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the seventeenth century. Among the brick walls with their gracious setting and sculptural design, is a balcony with Fifty five Windows, considered to be a unique masterpiece of woodcarving.

Day 4 :

Early trek to Poon Hill, Back to Ghorepani and Trek to Tadapani

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia.

Day 5 :

Tadapani to Chomrong

Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost unorthographic life One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Dan decided to leave for the far World of Grammar.

Day 6 :

Chomrong to Dobhan (Dovan)

The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so because there were thousands of bad Commas, wild Question Marks and devious Semikoli, but the Little Blind Text didn’t listen.

Day 7 :

Dovan to Deurali

When she reached the first hills of the Italic Mountains, she had a last view back on the skyline of her hometown Bookmarksgrove, the headline of Alphabet Village and the subline of her own road, the Line Lane. Pityful a rethoric question ran over her cheek.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

🐊 La Vanille Nature Park – A Magical Wildlife Experience

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