Sendaviva with kids: the weekend the whole family had been waiting for
There are plans you know you’ll love before you even get there. Sendaviva is one of them. We had been putting it off for a long time, with that “we’ll go when the kids are a bit older” line that gets repeated in so many families. And when we finally went, the first thing we thought when we left was: why hadn’t we come before?
We left Casa Angiz, our accommodation in Sunbilla, in northern Navarre, with the kids full of energy and two hours of road ahead of us. When we arrived at the entrance to Sendaviva and saw the size of the park, we understood that those two hours had been worth every kilometer.
Sendaviva is the largest theme park in Spain. With its 120 hectares in the heart of Ribera Navarra, next to the Bardenas Reales Natural Park —declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve— it offers a mix you won’t find in any other park: more than 800 animals from 200 species, more than 30 attractions for all ages, and up to 5 live shows daily. All of this in an absolutely spectacular natural setting.
In this article we tell you everything you need to know to visit Sendaviva with kids: updated 2026 prices, the must-see attractions, the little ones’ favorite shows, how to save on tickets, and all the tips we learned on our own visit. Because in a 120-hectare park, good planning makes the difference between an amazing day and an exhausting one.
Sendaviva: 120 hectares of nature, animals, and adventure in southern Navarre 🌿
What Sendaviva is and why it’s different from any other park
Sendaviva is neither a conventional amusement park nor a conventional zoo. It is both at once —and much more— which makes it truly unique in Spain. In its 120 hectares, white tigers, Andean condors, brown bears, zebras, and Eurasian lynxes live alongside roller coasters, zip lines, circus shows, and water attractions. Everything is integrated into a natural landscape bordering the Bardenas Reales.
The park itself recommends visiting for two days so you can explore everything at a relaxed pace. We went for just one day and left feeling like there were things we hadn’t had time to see. If you can, plan a full weekend. It’s worth every euro and every kilometer.
🌿 Sendaviva in figures: the most important things before you go
📍 Where it is: Carretera Virgen del Yugo, s/n — Arguedas, Navarre
📐 Size: 120 hectares — the largest theme park in Spain
🦁 Animals: More than 800 from 200 different species across the 5 continents
🎢 Attractions: More than 30 for all ages
🎪 Shows: 5 daily shows (circus, puppets, birds of prey…)
📞 Phone: 948 088 100
🌐 Official website: sendaviva.com
How to get to Sendaviva: routes from the main cities
Sendaviva is located in Arguedas, in Ribera Navarra, in the south of the region. It is clearly signposted and very easy to find. The most common way to get there is by car, although there are also public transport options from Tudela.
| 🚗 City of origin | 📍 Distance | ⏱️ Approx. time |
| Sunbilla (Casa Angiz) | ~145 km | 1 h 45 min ✓ |
| Pamplona | 80 km | Approx. 1 h |
| Zaragoza | 103 km | Approx. 1 h |
| Logroño | 107 km | Approx. 1 h 15 min |
| San Sebastián | 174 km | Approx. 2 h |
| Madrid | 320 km | Approx. 3 h |
📱 GPS and how to get there without getting lost
🗺️ GPS address: Carretera Virgen del Yugo, s/n — 31513 Arguedas, Navarre
🚗 From the AP-15: Arguedas exit, follow the signs to Sendaviva
🚗 From Zaragoza: A-68 toward Logroño, Tudela exit, then NA-134 toward Arguedas
✅ The park is clearly signposted several kilometers before you arrive. You can’t miss it.
Sendaviva parking: free, paid, and for motorhomes
One of Sendaviva’s big advantages over other parks is that it has large-capacity free parking right at the entrance. You only have to pay to park if you want the shaded option. Here are all the options:
| 🅿️ Parking type | 💶 Price | 📝 Features |
| General free parking | FREE ✓ | Large capacity. Unattended. At the park entrance. |
| Paid shaded parking | €9 / day | Shaded, just a few meters from the ticket office. Limited spaces. |
| Disabled parking | Paid parking | Next to the paid parking area. Proof required. |
| Villa Sendaviva parking | FREE ✓ | Free priority parking for guests staying at Villa Sendaviva. |
| Motorhomes | €5 / day | 9 spaces. Camera surveillance. Lit. External toilets. |
💡 Our parking tip
In summer, the free parking fills up quickly. If you’re going in July or August, arrive before 10:30 a.m. to secure a nearby spot. The paid shaded parking (€9) is worth it on very hot days with small children. Also, next to the parking area you’ll find an electric vehicle charging station with Tesla and universal chargers.
Sendaviva opening hours 2026: when it opens and when it’s best to go with kids
Sendaviva has a seasonal opening calendar. It’s essential to check the official website before planning your visit. These are the approximate hours for 2026:
| 🗓️ Season | 🕐 Hours | 📝 Notes |
| ☀️ Summer (Jul 1 – Aug 31) | 12:00 – 21:00 | Every day. Night show available. |
| 🌸 Rest of the season | 11:00 – 20:00 | Variable days depending on the calendar. Check the website. |
| 🎃 Halloween / 🎄 Christmas | Variable | Special themed editions with exclusive activities. |
⚠️ Important: Sendaviva is not open every day of the year. In spring and autumn it may only open on Saturdays and Sundays. Always check the official calendar at sendaviva.com before planning your trip to avoid surprises with the kids in the car.
🗺️ Are you planning a bigger trip around Navarre?
Sendaviva is one of the must-do plans in Navarre, but the region has much more to offer. In our guide to what to see in Navarre in 3 days you’ll find a complete itinerary that combines the north and south of the region for the whole family, with Sendaviva as one of the trip’s star plans.
In the following section, we tell you what interests you most before leaving home: the prices of Sendaviva tickets for 2026 and all available discounts to pay as little as possible. With the right tips, a family of four can save more than €30. 💰
Sendaviva 2026 prices: tickets, discounts, and how to pay less
One of the first questions we asked ourselves when planning the visit was: how much does it cost to go to Sendaviva as a family? The answer depends a lot on when you buy the tickets and which discounts you can apply. And the difference between buying well and buying badly can be more than €30 for a family of four. We explain everything in detail.
Sendaviva 2026 price table: all tickets
These are the approximate prices for the 2026 season. Online prices are always cheaper than at the ticket office, and vary depending on how far in advance you buy. Never buy at the ticket office if you can avoid it.
| 🎟️ Ticket type | 💶 Online price | 📝 Valid for |
| Adult (12 to 64 years) — 1 day | From €24 | 1 day visit |
| Child (5 to 11 years) — 1 day | From €24 | 1 day visit |
| Baby (0 to 4 years) | FREE ✓ | Free entry |
| Retiree (65 years or older) | From €24 | 1 day visit |
| 2 consecutive days ticket — Adult | From €28 | 2 consecutive days |
| 2 consecutive days ticket — Child | From €28 | 2 consecutive days |
| Disability 33%-74% — Adult | Special price | Proof required at the ticket office |
| Disability +74% | FREE ✓ | Companion at 50% of general rate |
* Approximate prices for the 2026 season. Final prices vary depending on how far in advance you buy online. Always check the official website sendaviva.com for the exact prices for the day of your visit.
How to save at Sendaviva: early-bird discounts
This is the trick that will save you the most money and that the fewest families know about: the earlier you buy the tickets online, the cheaper they are. Sendaviva’s early-bird discount system works like this:
Other discounts that not everyone knows about
What does the Sendaviva ticket include and what costs extra?
Before arriving at the park, it’s worth knowing what is included in the ticket price and which activities cost extra so there are no surprises. Here’s a clear breakdown:
| ✅ INCLUDED in the ticket | 💶 ADDITIONAL COST |
| ✅ Access to all animal trails | 💶 Giant Zip Line (650 m) |
| ✅ More than 30 attractions (except zip line) | 💶 Double Zip Line |
| ✅ 5 daily shows (circus, birds of prey…) | 💶 Lemur encounter |
| ✅ Water attractions (summer) | 💶 Animal Care |
| ✅ Free access to all park areas | 💶 Little Scientists |
| ✅ Access to the park’s 7 restaurants | 💶 Zookeeper Experience |
🧠 Summary: the 3 tricks to pay less at Sendaviva
1️⃣ Always buy online — Never at the ticket office on the same day
2️⃣ More than 30 days in advance — Maximum discount: €8 per ticket
3️⃣ 2-day ticket if you can — From €28 and the whole park without rushing
💡 Want to combine Sendaviva with more plans in Navarre? In our guide to what to do for a weekend in the Baztan Valley you’ll find a complete itinerary to combine northern and southern Navarre in the perfect family getaway.
Now that you know how to pay less, in the next section we’ll tell you about the Sendaviva attractions you can’t miss: from the longest zip line in Europe to the water attractions the kids won’t want to leave. 🎢💧
The attractions of Sendaviva: adrenaline, water, and fun for all ages
If there is one thing that sets Sendaviva apart from any other nature park in Spain, it is that its more than 30 attractions are perfectly integrated into the natural surroundings, with nothing clashing with the landscape around them. It is not an amusement park that has added animals. It is a nature park that has added adrenaline. And that difference is noticeable in every corner.
When we arrived with the kids and saw the park map for the first time, it was hard to decide where to start. There are attractions for the little ones, for the bravest, and for those who prefer fun without quite so much vertigo. We’ll organize everything for you so you don’t waste a single minute.
For the brave: the adrenaline attractions you can’t miss
Water attractions: the great summer secret at Sendaviva
If you’re going in summer, pack your swimsuits because the water attractions at Sendaviva are a key part of the experience. The park transforms during the hot months and water becomes the undisputed star. The kids won’t want to leave this area.
| 💧 Water attraction | 📝 Description | 👶 Age |
| Los Rápidos | 3 giant water slides to cool off in a big way | Children and adults |
| Water Maze | Interactive water maze, very popular with little ones | All ages |
| Water Bumpers | The classic bumper boat races on the lake | Children and adults |
| Water Battle | Play area with water cannons, ideal for little ones | Especially for kids |
| Children’s bathing area | Area by the lake with small slides and a safe zone for babies | Babies and toddlers |
🧒 Tip for families in summer
Wear your swimsuits from home or change as soon as you arrive. Clothing lockers are spread around the park near the water attractions. Put water sandals on the kids: wet floors can be slippery. And bring a dry change of clothes for the way back, because Los Rápidos really do get you wet. 💦
For the little ones: the Fair and the no-vertigo attractions
Sendaviva has thought of everyone. The youngest children have their own little paradise in The Fair, with attractions designed just for them and perfectly safe. Here you don’t need to be brave: you just need to want to have fun.
| 🎠 Attraction | 📝 Description |
| Flying Chairs | Classic fair ride integrated into the natural surroundings. A favorite with the little ones. |
| Haunted Mansion | A haunted house adapted for children: exciting without going overboard. |
| The Crabs | Gentle spinning ride, perfect for the little ones. |
| Foals | Mini horses for the tiniest kids. A classic that never fails. |
| The Charge | Mini free fall, for kids who want a little thrill. |
| Lake Boats | Relaxing boat ride on the central lake. Perfect for resting between attractions. |
🧒 What our kids liked most in The Fair
The Flying Chairs were the hit of the day. They rode them three times in a row. The Haunted Mansion gave them a controlled scare that they thought was the funniest thing ever. And the Water Bumpers ended with everyone completely soaked and smiling from ear to ear. That’s priceless. 😄
Minimum heights for the attractions: what you need to know before you go
To avoid disappointment on the day of your visit, here are the minimum heights for the main attractions. It’s important to check in advance if you have small children:
| 🎢 Attraction | 📏 Minimum height alone | 👨 With adult accompaniment |
| Flying Chairs | 1.10 m | 1.05 m with adult |
| Bobsleigh (The Fair) | 1.10 m | 1.05 m with adult |
| Farm Ride | 1.10 m | Free with adult |
| Big Zip Line | Check website | Check website |
🗓️ Planning tip for the day of your visit
✔ Start with the most popular attractions as soon as the park opens. The zip line and Bobsleigh have longer lines at midday.
✔ Leave the water attractions for the middle of the day when it’s hottest in summer.
✔ The Fair in the afternoon when the little ones have already seen the animals and shows and need to move around.
In the next section, we’ll talk about the part that excited us all the most: the more than 800 animals at Sendaviva and the themed trails that make this park a unique destination for learning and enjoying time together as a family. 🦁
More than 800 animals of 200 species: the Sendaviva trails you can’t miss
If the attractions are the heart of the park for the bravest visitors, the animals are the soul of Sendaviva. And I say that from experience: when we arrived with the kids at the first trail and they saw an Andean condor gliding just a few meters away, they completely forgot about the zip line, the bobsleigh, and everything else. Some things have no substitute.
Sendaviva is home to more than 800 animals of 200 different species from the five continents. They are all distributed across 8 themed trails that run through the park, turning the visit into a true journey around the animal world. White tigers, brown bears, zebras, lemurs, meerkats, Andean condors, northern lynxes, ostriches… the list is endless.
🦁 Sendaviva animals in figures
🌍 More than 800 animals from the 5 continents
🐾 200 different species living in semi-freedom
🗺️ 8 themed trails to travel the animal world
🏆 Birds of prey show considered one of the best in Europe
The 8 themed trails of Sendaviva: a journey through the 5 continents
Each Sendaviva trail is a world of its own. We present them one by one so you can plan your route before you arrive and make sure you don’t miss any of them:
The Cool Plans: interact with Sendaviva’s animals
Beyond observing the animals from the paths, Sendaviva offers a series of optional interactive activities called Cool Plans that let you get even closer to the park’s wildlife. They cost extra on top of admission and must be booked, but they are among the most special experiences you can have in the park.
| 🌟 Cool Plan | 📝 What it involves | 👶 Minimum age |
| 🦎 Animal Care | Learn how to care for the park’s baby animals alongside the staff | All ages (children under 12 with an adult) |
| 🐾 Lemur Encounter | 45 minutes interacting with a family of lemurs in their habitat | All ages (children under 12 with an adult) |
| 🦓 Zookeeper Experience | Feed and get up close to wallabies, zebras, and meerkats | Children under 12 with an adult |
| 🔬 Little Scientists | Nature experiments with staff and a “mad scientist” | Children (with an adult) |
| 🐄 Breakfast on the Farm | Give breakfast to the farm animals with the keepers | All ages (children under 12 with an adult) |
🧒 Our experience with the Cool Plans
The Lemur Encounter was the activity the kids enjoyed most all day. Forty-five minutes inside the lemur enclosure, watching them jump from one side to the other and learning how they behave as a family. The staff explain everything in a very educational way adapted to younger children. We recommend booking it online before you go because it’s the activity that sells out the fastest. 🐾
💡 Remember: The Cool Plans have an additional cost on top of general admission and are booked online or at the park information points. Schedules are confirmed on the day of your visit upon arrival. Children under 12 must always be accompanied by an adult in all these activities.
Our recommended order for touring the trails with children
With 120 hectares and 8 trails, planning the route is essential. This is the order we followed and it worked perfectly with children:
🗺️ Recommended route for families with children
🕐 At opening: Livestock Trail + Photo Safari (fewer people, more active animals)
🕑 Mid-morning: Exotic Trail + Birds of Prey Show
🍽️ Noon: One of the park’s 7 restaurants to recharge
🕒 Early afternoon: Water attractions + Aviary Trail + Herbivores
🕔 Late afternoon: Farm Trail + The Fair for the little ones
In the following section we tell you everything about the Sendaviva shows and the practical tips you need to make the day perfect. From the circus to the birds of prey exhibition, including everything you can’t miss at the park. 🎪🦅
The Sendaviva shows: circus, birds of prey, and puppets that leave children wide-eyed
If there is one thing that sets Sendaviva above any conventional amusement park, it is its live shows. Five different shows throughout the day that combine nature, magic, humor, and excitement in a way that children —and adults— do not expect to find in a theme park. We arrived not really knowing what to expect and left talking about the shows as much as the animals and attractions.
The most important tip: check the show times as soon as you arrive at the park and organize the rest of the day around them. They fill up quickly, especially in peak season, and missing them would be a mistake you would regret.
The 5 shows you can’t miss
Practical tips for visiting Sendaviva with children: everything nobody tells you
After our visit, we went home with a backpack full of memories and a head full of lessons. Some we learned the hard way. So you don’t make the same mistakes, here are the tips we wish we’d had before we left.
🎒 Essentials to bring to Sendaviva
🩱 Swimsuit and flip-flops — The water attractions really do get you wet, especially the Rapids
👕 Change of dry clothes — For the trip back after the water attractions
🧴 Sunscreen — The park is outdoors and the sun in Ribera Navarra is strong in summer
👒 Cap or hat — Especially for children during the hot months
💧 Reusable water bottle — Drinks are available inside the park, but bringing your own saves money
👟 Comfortable shoes — You will walk a lot. No summer sandals or new shoes
📱 Phone with a charged battery — The park is huge and you will need the map on your phone
Important rules to know before entering
| 🚫 NOT allowed | ✅ ALLOWED |
| 🚫 Bringing in outside food | ✅ Food for babies and people with allergies |
| 🚫 Access with scooters | ✅ Strollers and baby seats |
| 🚫 Pets (except guide dogs) | ✅ Pet box available (15€/day) |
| 🚫 Touching or disturbing the animals | ✅ Wearing a swimsuit in water areas |
| 🚫 Leaving the marked paths | ✅ Using the backpack storage service (price at the ticket office) |
⚠️ About food: Outside food cannot be brought into the park. The only exception is for babies and people who need special food due to allergies or intolerances. Sendaviva has 7 restaurants inside the park with options for celiacs and other special needs. All restaurants have microwaves available for heating baby food.
When is the best time to visit Sendaviva with children: our recommendation
| 🗓️ Season | ✅ Advantages | ⚠️ Drawbacks |
| 🌸 Spring | Perfect temperature, very active animals, few people | Only open on weekends during some weeks |
| ☀️ Summer | Water attractions, night show, open every day | Very hot, more people, longer lines |
| 🍂 Autumn | Special Halloween, peaceful atmosphere, pleasant temperatures | Reduced hours, no water attractions |
| ❄️ Christmas | Magical Christmas edition, highly recommended with children | Cold, very specific opening days |
🏆 Our verdict: when should you go with children?
For families with children, late May or September are the ideal months: perfect temperature, active animals, few people, and lower prices. If you go in summer, getting up early and arriving at opening makes a huge difference in the queues. And if you can choose a weekday instead of a weekend, even better.
In the final section we tell you where to stay near Sendaviva, how to combine the park with a broader getaway through Navarre, and why Casa Angiz in Sunbilla can be the perfect base for a family weekend that combines the best of northern and southern Navarre. 🏡🌿
Where to stay when visiting Sendaviva: our choice, Casa Angiz in Sunbilla
Sendaviva itself recommends visiting for two days so you can explore everything at a relaxed pace. And they are absolutely right. But if you are staying overnight, we suggest something even better than staying near the park: staying at Casa Angiz in Sunbilla and turning the trip into a full weekend in Navarre.
The strategy is simple and works perfectly: one day at Sendaviva in southern Navarre and the next day exploring the Baztan Valley, Xorroxin Waterfall, Amaiur and the Elgorriaga Spa in the north. Two completely different, complementary experiences with a single base accommodation from which to organize everything. We tried it ourselves and it was one of the best weekends we remember.
Casa Angiz in Sunbilla: the perfect base for discovering all of Navarre with the family
Casa Angiz are charming rural apartments in Sunbilla, a small Navarrese municipality of 670 inhabitants on the banks of the Bidasoa River, nestled between Mount Mendaur and Señorío de Bértiz Natural Park. A place where northern Navarre shows itself in all its splendor and serves as the perfect starting point for exploring both the Baztan Valley and reaching Sendaviva in less than two hours.
🗓️ Our perfect weekend itinerary from Casa Angiz
🌅 Friday night: Arrival at Casa Angiz in Sunbilla. Quiet dinner and rest.
🎢 Saturday: Full day at Sendaviva. Animals, rides, shows, and return to Casa Angiz.
🏘️ Sunday morning: Elizondo and Amaiur. Talos at the mill, castle, and views of the Baztan Valley.
♨️ Sunday afternoon: Elgorriaga Spa with an exclusive discount for Casa Angiz guests. The perfect ending.
🔗 More plans to complete your weekend in Navarre:
🗺️ What to do for a weekend in the Baztan Valley with children — The complete guide with Elizondo, Amaiur, Xorroxin and more
🌿 What to see in Navarre in 3 days — Complete itinerary for northern and southern Navarre for the whole family
🌱 Travel, rest and care for the planet: this is Casa Angiz — The accommodation’s sustainable commitment
Frequently asked questions about Sendaviva with children
Sendaviva with children: the plan Navarre had saved for your family
When we left Sendaviva at dusk, with the children asleep in the car before reaching the highway, the adults looked at each other and said the same thing: “we have to do it again”. That is not something we say about every place. But Sendaviva has that ability to leave the whole family wanting more, regardless of each person’s age.
The condor flying over the visitors’ heads. The children running toward the lemurs. The Bobsleigh ride with screams of fear and fun mixed together. The talos at the Amaiur mill the next day. The Elgorriaga spa closing the weekend. Navarre, all of it, in two unforgettable days.
If you are thinking about organizing this plan, you know that at Casa Angiz we are waiting for you with the apartments ready, the Baztan Valley just a step away, and Sendaviva less than two hours away. You just have to take the first step and book. 🌿
All of Navarre is waiting for you 🌿
Sendaviva + Baztan Valley + Elgorriaga Spa. All from Casa Angiz, in Sunbilla.
📞 615 730 792 ·
info@angiz.es
If you are planning your stay in the area, don’t miss our excursion to the
Leurtza Reservoir with children
, one of the most beautiful and easiest routes near Sunbilla, perfect for enjoying with the family surrounded by nature.
