TROPICAL WORLD, Letterkenny
Exotic Butterflies Tropical World Letterkenny
Tropical World in Letterkenny opened in 2011 and 20,000 visitors enjoyed it's many attractions in that first season (start of April until the end of September). Families, school groups, youth groups, photography groups and many more expressed their delight at the opening of such a jewel in Donegal.
2012 has seen Tropical World expand even further and visitors can now see many species of reptile including two Water Monitors and three Sulcate Tortoises, gheko, terrapins; tropical birds including Chinese Painted Quail, Rock Pebbler, Barraband Parakeet, Kakariki, Indian Ringneck Parakeet, Bourke's Parakeet, Red-Rumped Parakeet, and Crimson Rosella.
Furry friends include the ever popular meercats, chipmunks, raccoons, a skunk, lemurs, Canadian squirrels and the stunning Cotton Top Tamarin monkeys.
Wander through the Butterfly Garden where many species of exotic butterfly flutters by freely and gently on the warm air. Try, if you can to see the delicate and beautiful Glasswing!
And don't forget to facinate the young ones by showing them the carnivorous plants!
There are educational stops throughout Tropical World where visitors can learn more about the many species there.
Visitors are welcome to sit and enjoy a picnic at our outdoor tables, watched over by Snowy the Owl or have a snack in our cafe. Fully disabled access to all area.
THE PARTY CABIN
Is your child having a birthday soon, then why not have your child celebrate at Tropical World? We will give you free use of our Party Cabin to hold your child's Birthday, Bring your Cake and party snacks, or why not order food to be delivered from any Restaurant/Takeaway.
HOW TO FIND US
Tropical World at Alcorn's Garden Centre is just off the Ramelton Road in Letterkenny. We are only two minutes from the Mount Errigal Hotel. If in any doubt, just telephone us for directions once you are in Letterkenny. Google map and contact details at the end of this page.
REVIEW OF TROPICAL WORLD 2011
Click on any of the photographs to enlarge and scroll down for contact details, website link and google map.
2012 has seen Tropical World expand even further and visitors can now see many species of reptile including two Water Monitors and three Sulcate Tortoises, gheko, terrapins; tropical birds including Chinese Painted Quail, Rock Pebbler, Barraband Parakeet, Kakariki, Indian Ringneck Parakeet, Bourke's Parakeet, Red-Rumped Parakeet, and Crimson Rosella.
Furry friends include the ever popular meercats, chipmunks, raccoons, a skunk, lemurs, Canadian squirrels and the stunning Cotton Top Tamarin monkeys.
Wander through the Butterfly Garden where many species of exotic butterfly flutters by freely and gently on the warm air. Try, if you can to see the delicate and beautiful Glasswing!
And don't forget to facinate the young ones by showing them the carnivorous plants!
There are educational stops throughout Tropical World where visitors can learn more about the many species there.
Visitors are welcome to sit and enjoy a picnic at our outdoor tables, watched over by Snowy the Owl or have a snack in our cafe. Fully disabled access to all area.
THE PARTY CABIN
Is your child having a birthday soon, then why not have your child celebrate at Tropical World? We will give you free use of our Party Cabin to hold your child's Birthday, Bring your Cake and party snacks, or why not order food to be delivered from any Restaurant/Takeaway.
HOW TO FIND US
Tropical World at Alcorn's Garden Centre is just off the Ramelton Road in Letterkenny. We are only two minutes from the Mount Errigal Hotel. If in any doubt, just telephone us for directions once you are in Letterkenny. Google map and contact details at the end of this page.
REVIEW OF TROPICAL WORLD 2011
Click on any of the photographs to enlarge and scroll down for contact details, website link and google map.
OPENING TIMES
Mon ~ Sat: 10 - 5.30 (last admission 4.30)
Sunday: 1 - 5.30 (last admission 4.30)
Season is April to September
ADMISSION
Adult €7.50
Child (under 14) €6
Accompanied child (under 3 FREE
Family (2 adults & 2 children) €20
SCHOOL/YOUTH GROUPS
€6 per child
Teacher/Leader FREE
OTHER GROUPS
Please contact us
Mon ~ Sat: 10 - 5.30 (last admission 4.30)
Sunday: 1 - 5.30 (last admission 4.30)
Season is April to September
ADMISSION
Adult €7.50
Child (under 14) €6
Accompanied child (under 3 FREE
Family (2 adults & 2 children) €20
SCHOOL/YOUTH GROUPS
€6 per child
Teacher/Leader FREE
OTHER GROUPS
Please contact us