Duke Lemur Center
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
World's largest sanctuary for lemurs, lorises, and bush babies, dedicated to research, conservation, and public education.

πŸ“œ World's largest sanctuary for lemurs, lorises, and bush babies, dedicated to research, conservation, and public education.
πŸ” Houses over 200 lemurs across 13 species, primarily from Madagascar.

Why Go

πŸ’ Observe diverse lemur species in natural habitats
πŸ”¬ Learn about cutting-edge research on lemur hibernation and human health
🌳 Support conservation efforts for endangered primates
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Variety of tours, including family-friendly and behind-the-scenes options
🎁 Unique gift shop with lemur merchandise

Why Avoid

🚫 Reservations required for all visits, no walk-ins
πŸ₯Ά Limited general public tours during off-season (October-April) due to cold weather
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Some tours have age restrictions (e.g., 10+ for Walking with Lemurs)

Tips

πŸ‘Ÿ Wear close-toed shoes and comfortable clothing
πŸ“Έ Flash-free photography is allowed
⚠️ No physical contact with animals for safety.

Cost

πŸ’° General Tour: Adults $17, Children $12, Seniors/Military/Students $15. Private and specialized tours vary.

Hours

πŸ•’ Gift shop: Daily (except Tuesdays) 10 AM - 4 PM. General tours (May-September): Fridays 5-7 PM, Sat/Sun 10 AM-12 PM. Off-season tours available by appointment.
πŸ—“οΈ Closed on select holidays.

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