Beauval Zoo shows: birds and sea lions

White pelican with wings half open at ZooParc de Beauval

Two shows are included in the ZooParc de Beauval entry ticket, from spring to autumn: a bird show and a sea lion show. Here is everything you need to know so you do not miss them.

Tickets with the shows included
Both shows are part of the standard entry ticket.

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Les Maîtres des Airs 🦅

The free-flight bird show is one of the highlights of the visit. In a vast green theatre with 3,000 seats, 450 birds fly over your head, according to the ZooParc: owls, cranes, pelicans, storks and many more join the birds of prey.

The show lasts 30 minutes, in a dedicated open-air amphitheatre. It alternates high flights, low passes over the audience and close-up moments with the birds.

Good to know: the ZooParc advises arriving at the amphitheatre 1 hour before the start of the show to get a good seat, especially in high season.

L'Odyssée des Lions de Mer 🦭

The sea lion show is a family favourite. The sea lions show off their swimming, balance and agility in an aquatic amphitheatre, with an educational message about marine life and conservation.

Duration: 20 minutes. The ZooParc advises arriving 30 minutes before the start.

Good to know: with its pace and closeness to the animals, this show is the best suited to young children. It is often full in high season: arrive early to get a good seat.

Educational talks

Besides the two shows, Beauval offers educational talks throughout the day, by the ZooParc's mediators in front of certain enclosures.

They depend on the season and do not need to be booked. The day's programme is displayed at the entrance every morning and in the app.

For a more personal experience (behind the scenes, with a keeper), see the paid Exclusive Animal Encounters and keeper activities.

Dates and times 📅

Both shows run from 21 March to 15 November 2026. Outside this period, they are not performed.

Show Duration 2026 season Included in the ticket
Les Maîtres des Airs 30 min 21 Mar to 15 Nov Yes
L'Odyssée des Lions de Mer 20 min 21 Mar to 15 Nov Yes

The exact times of each performance vary with the season and the crowds. They are displayed every morning at the zoo entrance. Check them on arrival to plan your route around the shows.

Good to know: in winter (mid-November to March), both shows are suspended. If you visit outside the season, plan your day accordingly: see Beauval in winter.

Tips so you do not miss them

  • Check the programme at the entrance as soon as you arrive: times change every day
  • Arrive early (up to 1 hour before for the birds), especially in high season
  • Plan your route around the shows rather than the other way round
  • The bird amphitheatre is in the open air: bring sun protection in summer and a windproof jacket in spring
  • The Zen Pass (€15) gives priority access and reserved seats at each show, once

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Find out more: ZooParc opening and closing times | suggested itinerary for a day | our 10 practical tips

Show information checked on zoobeauval.com on 8 October 2026.