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Birds of Eden is the world's largest free flight aviary and bird sanctuary, located in the Western Cape, South Africa. The mesh dome of the sanctuary was built over of indigenous forest, and is up to above ground level. of walkways, about 75% of which are elevated, let visitors see the birds at all levels of the aviary.
Facilities  Masts and mesh Visitors can access the aviary through about of walkways, about 75% of which are elevated to let them see the birds in all areas of the aviary. Visitors can tour the facility on their own, or take a guided tour.[3] The enclosure was built over indigenous forest and includes a natural gorge with a waterfall, and a 200 seat amphitheater. The Thanda Cafe is available for hungry visitors.[4] Animals Inside the aviary Birds of Eden houses birds (except raptors) that have been previously kept in cages and have now been re-acclimated to a larger environment. It is also home to miniature monkeys including cotton-top tamarins and golden-handed tamarins, which are allowed to roam free. Birds of Eden will also take in pet birds which their owners want to allow more freedom.[5] In 2011 the sanctuary was home to about 3000 birds representing more than 280 species.[4] References External links
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