Interaction With Rhinos
Location | West |
Minimum Age | 10 |
Operating Hours | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Operating Days | All Days |
Duration | Flexible |
Activity Time | Flexible |
Transportation | Offered as Supplement |
Comment | The activity is offered only in the morning at 08:30 (before the park opens) |
Interaction with the Rhinos in Mauritius!
Experience a thrilling encounter with the Rhinos! Meet one of the world’s most incredible animals at the brink of extinction! Learn about how amazing they are and why they have been hunted for centuries! This is your chance to experience a safari unlike others, a safari where you can get as close as possible to these magnificent creatures.
Feel your adrenaline rush as you join our Interaction with the Rhinos, known as one the “Big 5" African animals. You will get to come up and close to these huge creatures for a true once-in-a-lifetime experience!
- Experience a thrilling encounter with the Rhinos
- Get to take part in a unique, close-up interaction with the rhinos
- Observe them closely and learn a lot on their behaviour and characteristics
- A true once-in-a-lifetime experience, pat and feed them
- An opportunity to experience the Wild African Habitat of the animals
- One of the most famous activities of Mauritius!
Rhinos Interaction Activity - Inclusions:
- Entrance ticket*
- Exclusive activity for just you and your group
- Spend an exciting 45 minutes inside the Rhino’s enclosure
- Interact with the Rhinos, Benji and Ella
- Pat and feed these gentle giants
- Accompanied by the qualified and enthusiastic rhino’s handlers
- Learn about these creature firsthand from the keepers
- Visit of the Casela Nature Parks with various species of animals
*The entrance ticket includes:
- African Safari Bus Tour - see zebras, white rhinos, kudus, oryx & more
- Visit Birds Paradise Park - Walk thru the aviary & discover birds from all over the world
- Animal viewing (Giraffes, camels, llamas, etc.)
- Petting Farm and Tortoise Pen
- Access to Pangia Kid’s Park
- Visit the Predator Kingdom - close view of big cats such as lions, tigers and caracals
- 1 Ride on the Tulawaka Gold Coaster (6+ years)
Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.
You can choose from a selection of vehicles types:
All drivers speak fluent English and French (Upon special request we can organise drivers who speak additional languages). The drivers, citizens of Mauritius, will be happy to provide you with information about Mauritius and each of its sights.
All drivers are very professional, time efficient and friendly. There is high emphasis on being always on time and providing reliable devoted service to customers.
Casela Nature Parks, Royal Road, Cascavelle (West)
Operating Hours of the Park: | 09.00 - 17.00 |
The park is open daily from 9am to 5pm, except on Saturdays until 9pm for Casela By Night (Pangia Rides,Tulawaka Gold Coaster & Wamwam Restaurant). | |
Start & End times: | The activity is offered only in the morning at 08:30, before the park opens. |
Duration: | |
The Interaction with Rhinos activity: | 45 minutes |
Duration of the entire visit to the park: | Approx 3 hours |
The Interaction with Rhinos is offered every day | |
Clients must reach the park 30 minutes prior to the start of the activity. | |
This activity should be booked at least 72 hours before | |
Holiday Closure* | Please note that the park will be closed on 25 Dec 2024 & 01 Jan 2025, and will remain open on 24, 26, 31 Dec 2024 & 02 Jan 2025. Casela by Night closed. |
*Dates are subject to change - please consult our reservations team for bookings during this period. | Big Cats Activities including Walk with Lions, Drive Thru, Interactions, Feedings & Camel Paddock Rides will not be available on 24, 25, 26, 31 Dec 2024 & 01-02 Jan 2025. |
Big Cats Viewings will be available as usual on 26 Dec 2024 & 02 Jan 2025; half day until 12:30 pm on 24 & 31 Dec 2024; and closed on 25 Dec 2024 & 01 Jan 2025. |
Rhino Interaction Activity in Mauritius
If you have always dreamt of seeing a rhino up close, here is your chance. Ella & Benji, the two white rhinos at Casela Nature Parks are so playful and amicable. Put your adventurer hat on and get your backpack secured, you are going to live one of the most wonderful moments of your life.
Ready to embark on this epic encounter? - The rhino interaction is done early in the morning in their enclosure before they are released in the safari. Once you reach the site, you will feel like African desert rangers getting ready for some serious rhino-watching. The only difference is, you are completely safe in the hands of the handlers of the enclosure. They will, as you make your way to the enclosure, tell you all you need to know about what's coming.
Meet The Rhinos - The size and strength of these tough animals becomes abundantly clear as you approach them. You will get to pat and feed them and gain some deep understanding of these giants. As part of the Rhinos Interaction, you will get to spend an exciting moment inside the Rhino’s enclosure accompanied by the qualified and enthusiastic rhino’s handlers.
About the Rhinos: As one of Africa’s ‘big five’, Rhinoceros or more commonly Rhinos, are a popular sight for tourists. Members of the rhinoceros family are characterised by their large size (they are some of the largest remaining mega-fauna), by a herbivorous diet, a thick protective skin of 1.5–5 cm thick formed from layers of collagen positioned in a lattice structure, relatively small brains for mammals this size (400–600 g) and a large horn.
Visit the Casela Nature Parks
Located beside the Rempart Mountain in the South West of Mauritius, Casela Nature Parks stays true to being a real nature and adventure park. It includes several thematic worlds, as well as a hub for discovery and learning for all ages.
Entrance ticket includes:
- African Safari Bus Tour: Get a taste of Africa in Mauritius with a unique chance to encounter antelopes, white rhinos, zebras and ostriches from the Safari Bus. Immerse yourself in the wild in the company of Kudus, Impalas, Oryx, Nyalas, and Waterbucks, to name a few.
- Visit Birds Paradise Park - Walk thru the aviary: Stroll through the aviary to discover colourful birds from all over the world.
- Animal Viewing: From giraffes towering above to friendly llamas & camels, this is one animal meet-and-greet that promises all the feels!
- Petting Farm & Tortoise Pen: Fun for all ages, especially kids—get up close with goats, rabbits, ponies & tortoises! Feed may be purchased onsite for a hands-on experience.
- Access to Pangia Kid’s Park: Features a children’s playground that guarantees endless fun for the little ones under parental supervision!
- Visit Predator Kingdom (Big Cats Kingdom): A dream come true for Big Cat lovers! Enjoy a close view of the big cats such as the roaring lions, magnificent caracals & majestic tigers.
- 1 Ride on the Tulawaka Gold Coaster: Ideal for thrill-seekers (6+ years), it's a unique summer luge running on a 760m track including a cable lift hill, vertiginous descents and bends - all with stunning views!
Facilities:
- Lockers
- Toilets with diaper-changing table (no shower/changing room)
- Nurse available daily
- All staff trained in first aid
- Access to the park map via QR code
- CCTV cameras
Bonus Thrills (charges apply): Try the Zipline & Nepalese Bridge, Quad Biking in Yemen Reserve, Breakfast with Giraffes or Animal Feeding! For the daring, there’s Walking with Lions & Drive Thru to see tigers and lion! Don’t forget the 4D Cinema and Toboggan Ride (weather permitting). Explore our Tailor Made Package for even more fun.
(All activities and attractions which are not included in this package are pay-as-you-go)
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Sunscreen
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Suitable clothing should be worn when taking part in the activities: no long dresses.
Sunglasses should be removed -
Suitable footwear should also be worn.
When hunger strikes, check out these delicious dining options available for a small supplement.
- Blue Bird Resto: The main restaurant serving gourmet dishes with breathtaking views of the west coast
- Wamwan Restaurant: Enjoy hamburgers, French fries, pizza & more, with chickens & peacocks roaming nearby
- Food Outlets: 3 small food outlets around the park offering light snacks, drinks and ice cream
Note: Only light snacks and drinks are allowed inside the park. If you plan to purchase food onsite, please communicate any special dietary requests or allergies at least 5 days before your activity date.
Casela Nature Parks - Entrance Tickets | |
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Price per Adult | 28 Euros |
Price per Child (4-12) | 22 Euros |
Interaction with Rhinos | |
Price per Adult | 60 Euros |
Price per Child | 49 Euros |
Safari Bus is a complimentary activity offered with the entrance ticket and if missed, there will no refund/rescheduling.
Health & Safety Notes