Operating since 1990, Krokodil Zoo first opened in Kaposvár before moving to Balatonszárszó a couple of years ago. The aim of the zoo is to keep, breed and showcase protected reptile species. As suggested by the name, crocodiles used to be its main attractions, but all the crocs were sold in 2015. Even so, exceptional reptiles, among them lots of different tortoise species, are still primary features of the zoo. Visitors can see specimens of the world’s biggest tortoise species, the African spurred tortoise and the Aldabra giant tortoise, and there are numerous Hermann's tortoises as well. The zoo also serves as a reptile shelter, taking in lost turtles, snakes and other species. In clement weather, the playground is a great alternative to the terrariums for the little ones.
