Pairi Daiza is an 80-hectare (198-acre) zoological and botanical park in Brugelette, Belgium, between Mons and Ath. For the current season it is open from 7 February 2026 to 31 January 2027, every day according to the park. Online, an adult ticket (ages 12-64) costs €43 to €52 depending on the day, a child ticket (ages 3-11) €37 to €46, and entry is free under 3; at the ticket office, expect to pay €5 more. The Edenya tropical garden requires a supplementary €7 ticket and a booked time slot. Below you will find the ten worlds, train access from Cambron-Casteau station and the climate month by month.
Pairi Daiza fits easily into a stay in Wallonia or Brussels: see our Belgium travel guide and our page on the best time to visit Belgium.
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Pairi Daiza: the essentials
- Season: open from 7 February 2026 to 31 January 2027; « open every day » according to the FAQ; daily hours are on the official calendar — checked on 23 October 2026 on pairidaiza.eu
- Online price: adult €43 to €52; child (3-11) €37 to €46; senior (65 and over) €41 to €50; free from 0 to 2 years inclusive; +€5 at the ticket office — checked on 23 October 2026 on pairidaiza.eu
- Edenya: supplementary ticket of €7, with a booked entry time, subject to availability
- Booking: online tickets are dated and valid only on the day chosen
- Address: Domaine de Cambron, 7940 Brugelette (GPS: « Le Domaine 1 à 7940 Brugelette »); parking €13 per day — checked on 23 October 2026 on pairidaiza.eu
Tickets and prices
Pairi Daiza uses variable pricing depending on the day of the week and the period. The official calendar shows four online adult price levels: €25, €43, €49 and €52. The €25 level applies to the twelve « Journées du Cœur » (Heart Days), open to individual visitors:
- Saturday 21 March 2026; Thursday 28 May 2026; Wednesdays 3 and 24 June 2026; Tuesday 8 September 2026.
- Saturday 21 November 2026; Friday 27, Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November 2026.
- Wednesday 2 December 2026; Friday 11 December 2026; Saturday 16 January 2027.
Reductions apply to children, seniors and visitors with reduced mobility, on presentation of an official document. There is no discount for teacher cards. The Membership Card, valid for 365 days, is offered « from €122 »; a day ticket can be turned into a card on the same day at the ticket office.
The ten worlds of Pairi Daiza
The park has more than 7,500 animals and more than 1,000 species, spread over ten worlds:
| World | What you will find (according to the park) |
|---|---|
| Cambron-L’Abbaye | the entrance, the gardens and the history of the estate |
| Cambron-sur-Mer | the marine world, inside a castle |
| Le Royaume du Milieu (Middle Kingdom) | ancient China and the giant panda |
| Le Royaume de Ganesha (Ganesha Kingdom) | Indonesia, elephants and white tigers |
| La Terre des Origines (Land of Origins) | Africa, its big cats and its primates |
| Le Cap Austral (Southern Cape) | wildlife of Tasmania, New Zealand, Australia and New Guinea |
| La Dernière Frontière (The Last Frontier) | the Pacific coast of North America: bears, wolves, cougars |
| La Terre du Froid (Land of Cold) | penguins, walruses, polar bears, Siberian tigers |
| Les îles du Soleil Levant (Islands of the Rising Sun) | the Japanese archipelago, its animals and its gardens |
| Edenya | the covered tropical garden: jaguars, tapirs, manatees, sharks |
Edenya, which the park presents as the largest covered tropical garden in the world, is in the heart of Pairi Daiza: you cannot enter it without going through the park’s main entrance. Access is by reservation, to limit crowding.
How long does it take to visit Pairi Daiza?
The park does not publish an official visit duration for the day. Its accessibility page does, however, suggest two sample walks: the walk around the Lake (2 hours) and the walk through the main wonders of the Garden and Edenya (4 hours). With 80 hectares (198 acres) and ten worlds, a single day rarely lets you see everything, which is why the park also offers on-site stays, where you sleep facing wolves, bears or penguins depending on the accommodation.
Best time to visit Pairi Daiza: climate month by month
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Rainy days ≥ 1 mm | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.4 °C (44 °F) | 0.8 °C (33 °F) | 77 mm (3.0 in) | 13.3 | 1.9 |
| February | 7.5 °C (46 °F) | 0.8 °C (33 °F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 11.7 | 2.8 |
| March | 11.2 °C (52 °F) | 2.6 °C (37 °F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11.1 | 4.3 |
| April | 15.3 °C (60 °F) | 4.6 °C (40 °F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 9.4 | 6.2 |
| May | 18.8 °C (66 °F) | 8.3 °C (47 °F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 10.1 | 6.9 |
| June | 21.7 °C (71 °F) | 11.4 °C (53 °F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 10.4 | 7.2 |
| July | 23.8 °C (75 °F) | 13.4 °C (56 °F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 10.5 | 7.2 |
| August | 23.7 °C (75 °F) | 12.9 °C (55 °F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 10.9 | 6.8 |
| September | 20.1 °C (68 °F) | 10.0 °C (50 °F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 10.3 | 5.5 |
| October | 15.4 °C (60 °F) | 7.2 °C (45 °F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11.2 | 3.9 |
| November | 10.2 °C (50 °F) | 4.0 °C (39 °F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 12.8 | 2.3 |
| December | 6.9 °C (44 °F) | 1.6 °C (35 °F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 14.5 | 1.7 |
Our reading: rain is frequent all year round in Brugelette, from 9 to 15 days a month. The most favorable months for a long day outdoors are May to September (highs of 19 °C (66 °F) to 24 °C (75 °F), 6 to 7 hours of sunshine a day). For a July visit, the probability of at least 1 mm of rain on a given day is about 34%, compared with 47% in December. Edenya, covered and tropical, is a good option on cold or rainy days. Destination de Voyage calculation based on IRM statistics (rainy days divided by the number of days in the month).
Getting to Pairi Daiza
- Train: Cambron-Casteau station, on the Mons-Ath line. There is no transport between the station and the park: a signposted walking route leads to the entrance, 1.2 km (1 mi) away and about 20 minutes on foot according to the access page; the FAQ mentions 900 meters (984 yards). Entry tickets bought online come with a « Code unique SNCB » (SNCB is the Belgian national railway) for 40% off the round-trip train fare, and children under 12 travel free with SNCB (maximum 4 children per paying adult).
- Car: GPS « Le Domaine 1 à 7940 Brugelette ». From Brussels, the park recommends exit 26 (Enghien); from Tournai, exit 29 (Lessines). Near the village of Gages, follow the road signs rather than the GPS.
- Parking: €13 per day; overnight stays are allowed for motorhomes (no water or electricity) with a €13 « Camping car » ticket; 40 charging points of 11 kW for day visitors (car park 2).
- Bicycle: free bike area in car park 2; bicycles and scooters are not allowed in the park.
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Rules: what to know
- Dogs and other pets are not allowed, and there is no kennel on site; an assistance dog must be reported at least 48 hours in advance.
- Selfie sticks are not allowed.
- Picnics are allowed, with many covered and uncovered areas.
- There is no bag storage.
- Strollers and carts can be rented (€8 per day, €10 deposit).
Accessibility
Wheelchairs are lent free of charge at the Mobility Aid desk at the entrance, by reservation at least 3 days in advance; electric scooters can be rented for €35 per day. Widened parking spaces are available in all car parks except car park 1. The park advises visitors with reduced mobility to avoid a few areas: the raccoon enclosure (steep slope), the descent in front of the white tigers, the suspension bridge in the Middle Kingdom, and the Buddhist Temple (stairs).
Common mistakes
- Buying your ticket at the ticket office: €5 more than online.
- Forgetting to book Edenya: access depends on availability and a time slot.
- Waiting for a shuttle at the station: there is none, you have to walk.
- Bringing your dog.
- Forgetting proof of age for children: it may be requested at the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to enter Pairi Daiza?
Online, €43 to €52 for an adult and €37 to €46 for a child aged 3 to 11, depending on the day; €5 more at the ticket office; free under 3. Edenya costs €7 extra.
Is Pairi Daiza open all year?
The current season runs from 7 February 2026 to 31 January 2027, and the park says it is open every day. Check the official calendar for the hours on your date.
How long does it take to visit Pairi Daiza?
The park suggests a 2-hour walk around the Lake and a 4-hour walk through the main wonders, including Edenya. For 80 hectares (198 acres) and ten worlds, plan on a full day.
Can you get to Pairi Daiza by train?
Yes: Cambron-Casteau station (Mons-Ath line), then a signposted footpath to the entrance. The online ticket gives 40% off the SNCB round trip.
When are the Journées du Cœur (Heart Days)?
Twelve days at €25: 21 March, 28 May, 3 and 24 June, 8 September, 21 and 27-29 November, 2 and 11 December 2026, and 16 January 2027.
Are dogs allowed at Pairi Daiza?
No, and there is no kennel. Only assistance dogs are admitted, to be reported at least 48 hours before the visit.
Our sources
- Pairi Daiza (pairidaiza.eu): calendar and prices, day ticket prices, plan your visit, getting to Pairi Daiza, the Worlds, FAQ, reduced-mobility information, consulted on 23 October 2026
- Royal Meteorological Institute of Belgium (IRM/KMI): climate statistics for Belgian municipalities, Brugelette (INS 51012), 1991-2020 reference period (meteo.be)
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026. Prices and hours may change: check the official website before you go.