Victoria Butterfly Gardens

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• Anynomous

  22 November 2017

  Wow. Really worth it. We decided to go here after turning around at the gates of the very expensive Butchart Gardens. When you come in the entrance there is a very neat display of worker ants taking pieces of leaves and carrying them through a maze of branches to their transparent nest. Also in the entrance area, in aquariums, are really amazing insects that I had never seen before. Past those aquariums you enter the large butterfly garden. A detailed pamphlet guides you through the garden and helps you identify the many type of butterflies you will encounter. Some butterflies might land on you, so better not be scared of them. When I was there, in a few different areas, cocoons ready to hatch where on display and I witnessed many "rebirths". There are a few flamingos and turtles, and a small display of exotic and colorful frogs. A gift area with related items is also in the entrance area. This was a memorable visit.

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• Anynomous

  20 November 2017

  Great for a rainy day in Victoria. Small but well worth it! Great for children. Book for about an hour. Bring a camera for the beautiful butterflies. They have flamingos and cool turtles wandering around.
  Tip. Dress in layers. When you go into the auditorium where the butterflies are, it’s VERY humid and hot. You definitely don’t want to be wearing a coat or sweater!

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• Anynomous

  29 October 2017

  Could've spent an hour just watching the leaf cutter ants at work at the entrance. Loved the butterflies and the birds. Small, but still well worth a visit. Also ideal on a rainy day!

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• Anynomous

  16 October 2017

  The first time I came to butterfly gardens was for a field trip in elementary school. I loved it then. Since then I have visited two or three more times and loved it as well. The new bug zoo is great for kids and the parrot is amazing as well. If you get uncomfortable in warmer than usual temperatures though, this place may not be for yoh

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• Anynomous

  15 October 2017

  Loved the place. They have about 3000 beautiful butterflies all the time. Birds plus bugs. Great experience for kids and adults equally. Oh yes turtles and flamingos too.

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• Anynomous

  14 May 2017

  Small but wonderful place to bring kids and adults alike to experience some beautiful animals. I often see people way overdressed here though, and little kids with too many layers to be comfy. Don't underestimate how hot and humid it is.

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• Anynomous

  01 May 2017

  A must see if you are in the neighborhood and like insects/bugs, butterflies/parrots/turtles/frogs.
  The first thing you see is the insectaria. Different displays (no spoilers from me) where you easily look half an hour, while it is isn't even that large of an area. Make you sure you see them all.
  
  After that, you access the gardens. Butterflies everywhere and multiple other animals. Just take your time, as for some animals/butterflies you have to look thrice even after a sign tells you, something is there.
  
  This place is not that large, but you can easily look around for 1,5 hour.
  
  We were here on a sunny Sunday, and it was a bit busy with lots of children. If you want a quiet day, try a week day on a low season.
  
  One negative point: the garden is totally not self sustainable. Large amount of butterflies are bought weekly. Looks like that will also not be a future target.

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• Anynomous

  21 April 2017

  Beautiful place to take anyone of any age. Lots of beautiful butterflies flying around and you might even have one land on you. Worth the money for sure. Close to Butchart Gardens too so it would make a good day to do together. It's warm and humid inside the Butterfly Gardens though so dress appropriately.

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• Anynomous

  17 April 2017

  I do love the Victoria Butterfly Gardens. I lived in Victoria for 38 years and had visited a dozen times. I suggest going on a day when you have at least 2 hours to spare. Take your camera. Don't be afaid butterflies won't bite. Photograph live flamingos, parrots, iguanas and lots of tropical fish and plants!

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• Anynomous

  12 April 2017

  This "zoo" is amazing. We had a blast even before we entered the main attraction. They have a truly amazing insect display with some very strange bugs such as a bird eating tarantula. When we left the insects and visited the butterfly garden itself, I was amazed by the in-depth displays and the sheer volume of butterflies, bugs, animals, and fish they had in the surprisingly large atrium. Admission was surprisingly cheap and you can stay in the gardens for as long as you like! Super happy with this place, glad we made the trip out to see it.

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