Wildlife

Crocolandia

Talisay City, Cebu

About Crocolandia

Crocolandia is a wildlife conservation park in Barangay Biasong, run by the Crocolandia Foundation Inc. since its founding in 2001 as one of the first nature conservation centers in Central Visayas. It was set up to protect and breed species threatened with extinction, most notably the Philippine crocodile and the sailfin lizard, alongside more common saltwater crocodiles. The park's best-known resident is Lapu-Lapu, a large estuarine crocodile, but the grounds also house monitor lizards, snakes, turtles, civets, deer, a Visayan warty pig, hornbills, mynas, peacocks, and a water buffalo. Beyond the animal enclosures, the property includes a small museum, a library, gardens, and fishponds, making it a modest but varied stop for a family outing. It draws mostly local visitors and school groups rather than large tour crowds, giving it a low-key, small-zoo feel rather than a polished commercial attraction.

Highlights

Home to Lapu-Lapu, a giant estuarine crocodile Philippine crocodile and sailfin lizard breeding Small onsite museum and library Gardens and fishponds on the grounds Native birds, civets, deer, and warty pigs Family-friendly, low-key atmosphere

Tips for Visitors

1 Bring cash for the entrance fee and ask about feeding times in advance if you want to see the crocodiles active. Wear closed shoes since some paths are unpaved. Group rates are available for school or barangay outings of 25 or more. Location approximate — confirm on arrival.