Flamingo Wildlife Habitat

Free attraction alert! It's not everyday you get to see live Flamingos, but you'll see about half dozen of them here. There are other animals, but they're all marine animals like koi and turtles that live in the ponds that surround the walkway. The Flamingo Exhibit is a quick walk, but it's very scenic, well taken care of and frankly, it's just lovely. There's also a chapel here if you plan on tying the knot here in the garden. If there was less foot traffic and quieter this would be a pretty ideal place to meditate.

This is truly a hidden gem! I can’t believe I missed it for the last 10 years. It transports you to a completely different environment away from the hustle of the Strip. A peaceful and scenic spot—perfect for a relaxing break. Best of all, it’s completely free to enjoy! Definitely worth a visit!

Beautiful sanctuary and hidden gem located in the Flamingo. Nice to take a break and have an adorable stare down with a duck or turtle. The flamingos are beautiful and this place is well done!

Very nice break in the middle of the fast and loud Vegas tourist life. Enjoyed walking around the lush green and pausing to enjoy the Flamingos, different types of ducks, and fish swinging around the ponds

A Tropical Oasis in the Desert I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat in Las Vegas, and it was an absolute delight. This hidden gem is a must-see for anyone visiting the city. The habitat is home to a variety of exotic birds, including flamingos, pelicans, and parrots. The enclosures are spacious and well-maintained, and the birds seem to be thriving in their environment. I was particularly impressed by the flamingos, which are truly stunning creatures to behold. In addition to the bird exhibits, there are also a few other animals, such as turtles and fish, to enjoy. The habitat is beautifully landscaped, with lush greenery and cascading waterfalls. It's a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city. I highly recommend visiting the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat. It's a unique and unforgettable experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the beauty of nature.

The Flamingo Wildlife Habitat on the Las Vegas Strip is a hidden oasis amidst the city’s hustle and bustle. The free entry is a bonus, and the grounds are beautifully maintained with lush greenery, waterfalls, and koi ponds. The flamingos, turtles, and exotic birds are a delight to watch, making it a peaceful escape from the casinos. It’s family-friendly and offers great photo opportunities. Parking can be tricky if you are not staying at the Flamingo Hotel. A must-visit for nature lovers seeking a serene break on the Strip!

It is a greet free exhibit, easy to get around lots of information about the animals. Pretty clean and space for families to move about. It is non smoking area. Flamingos, ducks, turtles, Koi and other fish are in the wildlife habitat.

Its great that its free! Its also a nice oasis from the hustle and bustle of the Las Vegas Strip. Each animal enclosure is labeled with descriptions of its inhabitants. My only critique is that it smells foul.. I can only imagine what it smells like in the summer.

With a majority of the workweek done and finally some time to myself I wanted to venture out and see some sights I hadn't already seen in Vegas. Being right across the street from Flamingo I wanted to check out the Wildlife Habitat. For a casino zoo it was quite nice and unexpected. I honestly came here because I wanted to spy the duck they saved from The Mirage (and I did get to glimpse him). Obviously the flamingos were amazing to see, and they were expected. But I was surprised at the amount of fish and turtles they had. You really could get lost in here and forget that you are in Vegas. Getting to here through the casino was fairly simple. Just follow the signs and zig zag you way through the rows of slot machines and you will find this oasis. I also liked the fact that you could exit without having to go back through the casino. Fairly easy and a good way to explore a bit more.

Very nice break in the middle of the fast and loud Vegas tourist life. Enjoyed walking around the lush green and pausing to enjoy the Flamingos, different types of ducks, and fish swinging around the ponds

The Wildlife Habitat @ Flamingo casino is a lovely oasis. The flamingoes, koi, turtles, ducks and pelican were all lovely to see! It had been a long time since I saw the habitat last.

Flamingos in the middle of a casino...who would have thought. This is the perfect place to stop and take a break from all the walking you're doing. We saw a few Flamingos, plenty of ducks, birds, and Coi Fish. There are benches and rocks for sitting and a grassy patch if you just want to lay down for a minute.

The last time we visited prior to a few days ago, was in 2014, when our son was a wee one. How much has changed? There are way less birds, and no more tables. And way more people, but it's a free attraction, I'm sure it draws crowds. (We visited last week, I took the afternoon off on wednesday. Clark County children were off for "Spring Break".) But I still think that locals should visit this attraction at least once. It is a ways to walk (there are only a dozen places to park for free on The Strip nowadays) but you can use the steps (every little bit helps). We went around a few times. There are a lot of specialty blocks (memorial type for visitors) in a couple of areas. There are benches. There is a park-like setting at the end. Some people were sitting at the fountain.

One of the Vegas staples, must visit! I took my daughter for the first time here and she had such a great time, same for me. REAL Flamingos are just beautiful and the place was so clean. I love the fact that is free so please I hope this never changes.

It's really cool they have a free flamingo exhibit here. It was bigger than I expected, located outdoors in a sort of courtyard area, and there were flamingos, fish, and turtles. We spent a good 15-20 minutes here, and the kids would have stayed even a bit longer if we weren't on our way to something else. My only complaint is that there were a bunch of dead little fish in the pond. I'm sure it's not easy to upkeep these habitats, but it just seemed there were a lot of them.

Koi, flamingos, ducks, and more in a peaceful setting away from the noise of the Strip. 15-30 minute detour from the frenetic Vegas vibe. Free admission.

One of the remaining Free and fun things to do in Las Vegas, the wildlife habitat located in the back of the Flamingo Casino & resort is 20-30 minutes well spent. Currently the flamingo birds weren't on display (winter time) but there are lots of turtles, Koi, and ducks around the habitat. The habitat is located near the same part of the resort where the pool entrances are, if you're walking around the strip you can easily get here from the side entrance of the flamingo that's next to Harrahs casino.

Let's face it, Free things to do on the Vegas Strip are few and far between. When you discover something free to do here, you need to grab it and run. Located onsite at the Flamingo hotel sits this awesome Wildlife Habitat. It's a small area, but totally worth seeing. We sat here for an hour trying to see which creatures we could spot. We were able to see turtles, ducks, swans, huge goldfish, a stork, a pelican, pink flamingos, and so much more. It's a peaceful area, not crowded at all, and gives you a little time to escape the hustle and bustle of the strip. If you have kids, they will absolutely love exploring this habitat, my son had a blast here. The open hours are 7am-8pm daily, so make sure to check it out.

Cute little wildlife exhibit located in the outdoor area of the Flamingo. We brought our daughter here because she loves animals and she seemed to really enjoy it. I gave the exhibit a 4 star because I wish it was bigger and had more flamingos! Best part about the exhibit is that it's free! Would highly recommend checking it out!

A cute little nature and wildlife getaway in the bustling city of Las Vegas. Located at The Flamingo is, of course, The Flamingo Wildlife Habitat where you are transported to a small oasis filled with Chilean Flamingos, Koi fish, turtles, pelicans and several other types of birds and fish. This is a quick attraction to knock out, but nonetheless fun. The habitat is well maintained and designed, plus the keepers were out and about feeding the wildlife and answering questions for visitors. It's worth a visit and near the pool if you fancy yourself a swim afterwards.

This place feels so sad, honestly I walked out of there wanting to cry. The experience is free. It may be cool for young kids to see the animals but it definitely feels inhumane. The flamingos looked unhealthy and their color was off. At least 2 flamingos were missing half of their leg (it was not tucked into their resting position, I checked) which was very sad. Their roaming area is definitely too small. The turtles and fish were nice to look at, but even their area looked too small.

Guys, it is REAL Flamingos, REAL! It is one of the few free attractions remaining on the Vegas Strip. About 10 Chilean Flamingos were so pretty in salmon pink and not smelly in this hot weather, which was surprising. Not only Flamingos, you can see pelicans, ducks, gigantic carps, turtles and a waterfall as well. Especially if you're with kids, they will love them! You can feel P.E.A.C.E. It is not that big but the garden itself is pretty and refreshing, it is like you've found a quiet oasis. Relax with a ice cold beer at Carlos' n in the beautiful garden and take pictures cute animals. As a Vegas local, I will definitely be back with my out of the state guests! - Price It is FREE. - Location It is at Flamingo hotel property, near Carlos' N Charlie's bar and restaurant. - Parking You can park at Flamingo Hotel for 1 hour free. * ETC - Open hours: 7AM - 8PM daily - Wildlife presentation: 8AM & 2PM (feeding and briefing) - a Private garden for wedding, etc. * If this review was helpful, please vote :) ** Let's get connected - Instagram @juxycat

This has always been my favorite place to visit whenever I'm at the Flamingo and it's free! The habitat is a small little area outside on the way to the pool area, that features several species including flamingos (duh!), ducks, swans, pelicans, water turtles and koi. Sometimes the animals are hiding or are perched out of view so it may take you a few visits to spot them all!

One of the rare free attractions in Las Vegas with an hour of free parking. This little habitat area at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel and Casino is a nice spot to spend a slow-paced half hour. Unfortunately, the flamingos and pelicans were off display to protect them from avian flu. Though I was surprised and disappointed, I refuse to knock off a star for that, because the point of a habitat has to be to put the animals first, not give us photo opportunities. There were still waterfalls, a fountain, some beautiful plants, and ducks, koi, and a turtle. It's worth a visit if you're in the area.

No flamingos on display. My husband and I came here specifically to see them. Only fish and ducks which I can see in my own home state. Bummer. Had the potential to be cool.

I've been here several times over the years, because it's always worth visiting and viewing the beautiful pink flamingos standing around in their one-legged poses and relaxing in their sanctuary. This past weekend, the flamingos were MIA along with pelicans and other birds, as a precautionary measure against the Avian flu. But the place was still as scenic and peaceful as it's ever been, even without them on site, as we still got to enjoy the lovely waterfalls, plentiful trees and greenery, tortoises posing on rocks, fat koi fish racing through the water, and so many colorful species of ducks swimming swiftly in the pond. There's lots to love about this small yet beautiful habitat, and definitely worth a visit, especially if you're walking along the hotels and casino nearby (ie. LINQ Promenade, which has an entrance directly into the Flamingo Hotel and Casino with easy access to the Habitat), and it's free.

Flamingos at The Flamingo There are still free things to do in Las Vegas! We stopped by to see the flamingos while staying at the hotel. The Chilean flamingos are beautiful creatures that resides in an open-air wildlife habitat at The Flamingo Hotel & Casino. They even have their own names... Pink Floyd, Omega, Alpha, Pit, Peachy, Petunia, Bubbalicious, Blackjack and Bugsy (named after American mobster Bugsy Siegel). They live here in a little manmade oasis right off of Las Vegas Boulevard. This is the lifestyle of the rich, fabulous and feathered and they seemed well cared for. Flamingos aren't the only birds you will find here. There are also exotic ducks and a beautiful black swan! The garden is full of imported plants. It's so peaceful walking around here. We enjoyed the waterfalls too and somewhere in the garden is a small memorial and plaque remembering the man who built Las Vegas --- Bugsy Siegel. The Wildlife Habitat is free of charge and open to the public daily, from dawn to dusk. Did you think that only the Las Vegas showgirls sport those feathered headdresses... you should take a step into their courtyard Wildlife Habitat and see what the fuss is all about. Nice relaxing stop that's good for all ages. Review #1615

very small cute habitat but free so can't complain, flamingos ponds turtles ducks pelican koi fish in tropical setting. Nice walk palm trees the Bugsy Siegel monument is nearby. always fun to see wildlife!

Located in the courtyard of the Flamingo Hotel is a small wildlife habitat with birds, turtles, and fish. There are several types of birds -- ducks, swans, pelicans, ibis, and flamingos, of course. It's a small, but beautiful park, and best of all, it's free! It's a great place to bring kids and spend some time in a smoke-free environment (a rarity in Las Vegas), as it's a non-smoking park, with a designated smoking area by the flamingo fountain. They also have pelican feedings twice a day, at 8:30 am and 2 pm. [Yelp collections: Vegas 2019; Parks and Gardens; Cheap Thrills]

A fantastic free stop along the strip with flamingos, turtles, and massive fish! Located inside the Flamingo hotel and adjacent to the giant candy store there's enough close by to keep everyone happy!

I should probably rate it higher given that a strip hotel trying to do anything interesting is very good. OTOH, this is mostly a set of walkways you can use to get around. It has a lot of people wandering with no interest beyond the treats you can buy. The highlight turns out to be a handful of flamingo's in the back corner. That's pretty cool, but I expected more for something called a "Wildlife Habitat". I don't know that it's worth a special trip, but if you are nearby, it's worth seeing.

A must visit if you are around the area and especially if you have kids! We stayed at the Linq which is relatively near the Flamingo. A great walking distance and great break from the hustle and craziness of the strip. The Wildlife Habitat is small but cute and my kids loved it! There is no admission fee. The Habitat has many opportunities for photos with beautiful waterfalls. There is also a photo booth where you can take pictures with parrots at $15 per pic. Overall great gem to visit!

"Culture is not made up but something that evolves which is human. " Edward T Hall Who would of thought that hidden away from all the lights and neon is a tranquil garden with exotic species just waiting to be discovered. The Wildlife Habitat is located inside the Flamingo Hotel and Casino. Pink Flamingos, it is Vegas baby. It gets better than pink flamingos now. Live and breathing "pink flamingos are kept here for the guests and tourists to oh and awww over. These flamingos are located in a habitat where they are maintained and cared for with the greatest care. Their feeding times can be watched with guest interactions; pre COVID. In the post COVID world, the rules might have changed. Guests are allowed to enjoy this habitat again on a schedule basis. The rules here in Vegas work a little different than any other place in the nation. The tourist population is huge in Vegas. Some days you might get access and others no. Please call first to the concierge to check visitation and rules that need to be followed. The koi fish residents that provide much needed tranquility and happiness in such a spot is comforting. As one walks through the garden areas created for the koi fish it symbolizes the good fortune and longevity that surrounds their life force. The koi fish is used in many landscape designs to provide its revered excellence especially with Feng Shui. The koi fish has carried symbolic meaning for centuries. The koi can swim up the current with no issues. One myth said, that a koi swam all the way upstream against a water fall to the top of the stream and became a dragon. In the Feng Shui culture the koi fish represents the tear drop in the black and white symbolism. One half is male the other female for perfect balance and harmony. The chi energy is the perfect balance of positive and negative energies to make a perfect life force balance . As we get back to the walk the koi fish are all different colors and multi colored fish. On one occasion a black koi fish kept following me. Every time I glanced back, their was that black koi fish. What meaning could this hold? If any! The black koi symbolizes. The black koi symbolizes life changes and transformations. One might not believe in these sort of myths or old tales. I do believe that this koi was visiting me offering some guidance that life is truly great; it's meant to be lived. I spent a lot of time here when the twins were young; and the habitat offered me comfort mentally and spiritually after my husband died. Wandering and meandering along; healing. Knowing from the signs of the koi fish,"you got this new life, gurl." Let me be your guide on your journey to happiness. You have to walk your life. No one can live for you. It's YOU that decides all.

It gets hot here, even with the mist sprays going. Just be aware of what time you go because with the heat, the smell gets worse. It's an animal habitat, that's just how it goes. It's a nice little oasis to visit on the strip and the closest we can get to a zoo. The kids had a great time reading all the placards and learning about the animals.

Of course this place is free, there's nothing to see here. It's along a busy traffic area, and if you aren't looking for a "habitat" you won't even notice you're "in" it. It was advertised as a place for wild animals and a peaceful getaway. We paid $15 for parking for a 30 second walk through. Saw one turtle, one flamingo, that's it.

I've been to the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat twice now. I know it's free so you get what you don't pay for... but still, there's not really much to it. There are a half dozen flamingos and some birds, turtles, fish, and ducks. You can see pretty much everything in about 2 minutes. And when compared to other resorts like Bellagio with much grander free entertainment, not going to lie -- kinda lame in comparison. Additionally, even though there are signs everywhere that smoking is not permitted in the Wildlife Habitat, people were smoking everywhere and there was not a single staff member policing this activity. In fact, given the concerns with COVID, it would have just been nice to have a staff member there to remind people to wear their masks (because that was also an issue).

This place is now temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Flamingo Wildlife Habitat is a wildlife park located in the Flamingo Hotel Casino on The Las Vegas Strip. It's an area behind the Flamingo casino where you can check out all kinds of pelicans, ducks, turtles, koi fish, and of course lots of flamingos in what feels like a miniature zoo. It's free and worth checking out for a few minutes. There is also a nice fountain with limited seating. In the afternoons it's usually fairly crowded with the touristy types; myself included with their camera's out snapping photos of these lovely pink birds. In the hallways leading up to the habitat you will also see some caged parakeets, parrots, and other exotic birds.

Such an awesome experience! To have at the flamingos habitat area in the hotel area outside too, my favorite hotels to stay at been here twice! Definitely recommend even if you just visit flamingo habitat area!

If you're staying at the Flamingo... here is what to do: At 8 am, take your coffee and walk through this lovely little respite. Which is more than you expected. A quiet moment with some beautiful flamingos, the black swan, and a bigger than anticipated walk through nature. Don't do it later than that... get there when it opens. And enjoy some peace. This is both more than I an anticipated and also a beautiful site to see... but do it in the morning before the crowds make it uncomfortable - both for YOU but more so that you know these creatures don't want this... so go when it's quiet and they are relaxed and don't cause them undue stress. It's a wonderful walk... plan to take your coffee there at 8 and spend at least 30 minutes... it's worth it. Beautiful. Lovely. Peaceful. In the middle of all this chaos. Quite remarkable. A wonderful way to spend the morning.

It would have been amazing to see this during the day but I got to see everything regardless. It's bigger than you'd think. Definitely smells but what do you expect. Would come here again during the day time!

Mood - something different Situated on 15 acres this habitat is home to over 50 species. Flamingos, ducks, turtles, koi, and a black swan just to name a few. Fun factoid - one of the Chilean Flamingos is named Bugsy There are several walkways that lead to different areas with plenty of spots to just sit and enjoy. While being away from all the hustle and bustle of the casino without a ton of people. This habitat has several photo worthy areas that include several waterfalls. During feeding times you can opt to have professional pictures taken for a fee when the photographer is available. This habitat is an outdoor habitat, so yes there is an odor ( it is animals ). However the grounds are very well kept. Would def recommend- pricing is free, this is something totally different especially if you have children as this is something to keep them occupied away from all the gaming and adult fun that Vegas is known for. Location is Flamingo Hotel & Casino- ample parking for a fee

Worth the price of admission. Free! The place smells but is interesting. Gamblers roam around here when they've run out of money. The habitat itself is rather small and I feel terrible for the animals. From the buffet you can actually see a section of the habitat. I'll probably visit again when visiting the Flamingo.

We wanted to start our day off with a calming little slice of paradise so we decided to get to the Wildlife Habitat bright and early. The website advertises pelican feedings at 8:30am (and an afternoon one at 2:30pm) so we showed up at 8:20am to be safe. Entry is completely free. There were people walking around but it wasn't busy by any means. You could get right up to the railing to see the birds. There are a few benches where the flamingo area is. It turns out that it isn't just feeding but also a habitat keeper talk! The keeper that did the talk for us was Tiffany and she was fantastic. She was jovial and informative about the different inhabitants. It was nice learning about the species as a whole and the individual birds. There are some turtles and big koi fish in the different ponds as well. You can purchase photos with rescued parrots but be mindful that they don't open until 10am.

The Flamingo Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino is classified by Yelp as a Zoo. The real zoo is in the initial approach, the nearly unnavigable casino chaos between you and it. A better descriptor would be Sanity Sanctum, or Reality Refuge, or Panic Pacifier, or simply Breath of Fresh Air (accented by the subtlest, yet perceptible scent of sun-dried shrimp or rainbow fish food flakes). During a recent visit, as I strolled through the crowded casino looking for the calm of promised magenta pause, a rhythmically jarring alarm rang out, WWWwwwoooooOOOOP! WWWwwwoooooOOOOP!, followed by a fembot explaining in the vaguest of terms- "One of our alarms has been activated. Our team is working to determine the cause. Please don't panic. The problem will be resolved shortly." Layer this atop the already surreal apocalyptic Vegas sparkle show, and my anxiety level was approaching unmanageable heights. With the robot ringing in my ears and the limits of my ability to cope closing in, I spotted the flamingo foyer entrance. As soon as you pass through the glass, an emotional weight is lifted. Even as the muffled siren continued to penetrate the jungled enclosure, the rippling of water massaged my mind. The handful of gentle magenta birds are stunning with their piercing yellow eyes and downward-hooking beaks, more electric than the pale pink Miami Vice intro memory flashing in my mind. Ringed teal ducks splashed and bathed, oblivious to weary-eyed onlookers. Giant black koi rose to the surface of dark pools, blowing slow-motion kisses into the tender summer breeze. The "sacred" ibis was nowhere in sight as I'm guessing it must have found its way to the Luxor pyramid where it felt more at home? Every Vegas hotel/casino should have its own Flamingo Wildlife Habitat equivalent, a fee-free, artificially edenic space from which to momentarily exit the rat race and recalibrate one's path moving forward, a place where it's realistically possible to heed the dystopian broadcast. "Don't panic."

Went to Flamingo Wild Habitat with husband during our Vegas baby moon. Located inside the Flamingo, we could find no flamingos. Sigh. Apparently due to the Avian flu they had been removed from view which was a little sad - no flamingo watching for us. However the area where the flamingos normally are is cute - with pink lights, a small picturesque waterfall, very peaceful and romantic. There were some fish including koi fish, lots of greenery, etc. Best of all it's free!! You can also get to the LINQ Promenade which is a super cute area filled with shops, restaurants, and the LINQ roller which we also went to (I was pretty terrified of the heights but still a good experience). Well maintained, overall recommend a visit here - when the flamingos are hopefully back on!

As many times as I come to Vegas each year, I had no idea this place was here! A great place to walk through and see flamingos, brown pelicans, ducks and koi. A welcome change of scenery to an otherwise typical walk through the strip!

Located between the Flamingo casino and the swimming pool, the free visit is best done during the feedings of the rescued pelican and Chilean flamingos at 8:30A and 2:00P which includes a 5-minute presentation. Quizzically, visitors that come for the 8:30A feeding can't spend money at the habitat's gift shop because it doesn't open until 10:00A.

Hard to access all parts of the park-not many animals - not worth the visit- I needed something to do besides party or eat so I tried this and it was a fail.

A must visit during any Vegas vacation or on a family weekend. This spot is beautiful and the best part is, free!! Hidden in the middle of the Flamigo Casino, nestled between the casino and hotel walls is a garden of splender. You can enjoy the gazebos and grottoes filled with various wild life and koy fish! Park benches are located throughout perfect for a resting spot. I love this hidden gem because it breaks away from the strip hustle and bustle with nature and wildlife. The Flamingos (of course there have to be flamingos!!) are my favorite animals to visit.

So fun! Lots of people but still worth it. Especially being free! I mean, how do u pass up a free opportunity to see flamingos, turtles, pelicans, and GIANT koi. O and bonus, tons of baby koi!

THE WILDLIFE HABITAT AT THE FLAMINGO Before going on vacation to Las Vegas, my mother asked me if there was a zoo there. I told her, "No, there's no zoo in Las Vegas. It's the desert." She said, "I like zoos. I wish there were a zoo there." When we got to Vegas, we needed a few more things to do during the day, so I Googled, "Things to do in Las Vegas." Wouldn't you know it, up popped "THE WILDLIFE HABITAT AT THE FLAMINGO." I told my mother, "I was somewhat wrong. They have a wildlife habitat at one of the hotels here in Vegas, and it's free admission." I read to her that there were Chilean flamingos, ducks, Ibis, turtles, koi fish, swans, pelicans, parrots, and hummingbirds on a 15-acre habitat within the hotel. We were all in, especially because it was free! We visited what I will refer to more as "a tropical, foliage-filled garden," than a habitat, and saw everything described except the hummingbirds and the pelicans. It was beautiful and serene. You didn't even know you were in the middle of a metropolitan city while visiting the habitat. Waterfalls, streams, and ponds ran throughout the habitat where koi, turtles, ducks, and other exotic birds flourished. We walked to an area where a woman was standing with her arms outstretched with several parrots sitting on arms and hands. A photographer was taking her pictures for sale. There were benches to sit on along the walking trails so you could relax and take in the scenery and tranquility. I would highly recommend visiting THE WILDLIFE HABITAT AT THE FLAMINGO during your trip to Las Vegas.

There's an area behind the Flamingo casino where you can check out all kinds of pelicans, ducks, turtles, koi fish, and of course lots of flamingos in what feels like a miniature zoo. It's free and worth checking out for a few minutes, you almost forget you're in the middle of the Vegas strip until you see a tourist carrying around one of those 96oz drinks.

Do you have tranquil place to escape to when you are on the Las Vegas Strip? I do. It is a 15 acre tropical landscape where winding brick paths with benches pass along green and lush gardens with tropical trees towering overhead. It is a tranquil place with waterfalls cascading into streams with islands. Swimming in these streams are glowing koi and catfish. Bridges look over turtles, brown pelicans, and ducks. It is a tranquil place where guinea fowl coexist with tourists. It is a tranquil place where the wildest animals are Chilean flamingos. This tranquil place is the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat. The Flamingo Wildlife Habitat is a tranquil place that is a coin throw from the Las Vegas Strip. It sits at the back of the Flamingo Hotel between the two hotel towers, swimming pool complex, and monorail. It is the antithesis of the busy Las Vegas Strip. It is a tranquil place on the Strip, which I go in different moods. In the afternoon, I enjoy my moments on the bench overlooking the pond by the wedding chapel while sipping tea or coffee with my head in a good book. The sounds of the waterfalls and birds are the soundtrack of a Back to Nature CD. In the spring the olfactory candy of the flowers escalates my sense of tranquility. The Flamingo Habitat is my garden on the Strip. Late at night, if I am staying overnight on the Strip, I delight in bringing my beer here. There is something spiritual about sipping a beer in a tranquil place in the dark listening to rushing waterfalls and watching flamingos. The Flamingo Habitat is my beer garden on the Strip. Any time of the day, I enjoy bird watching. The Flamingo Habitat claims to have 300 birds. They even have a birding checklist. I enjoy sitting on my bench by the wedding chapel watching the birds diving into the pond and flying into the lush canopies above. When I have had enough of relaxing on my favorite bench, I enjoy watching the water fowl swimming below or the flamingos that are always standing. The Flamingo Habitat is my bird watching spot on the Strip. Unfortunately my tranquil place on the Strip had been violated. Development pressure is causing restaurants to encroach onto the habitat space. Recently, a big news story was that a few drunken tourists killed a guinea fowl (like drinking by itself makes you do something like that). Being the animal lover that I am, it was difficult for me to return to the Flamingo Habitat until the staycation last week. Things have taken a turn for the better. It is encouraging that the Flamingo Habitat rescued two injured brown pelicans. Their new home is the former penguin exhibit. The Flamingo is giving them a nice life by recreating their natural habitat. A fun fact is that they are named Bugsey and Virginia after the Flamingo's founders. If you do not have a tranquil place to escape to when you are on the Strip, why not make it the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat. It is convenient, free, and currently open 24 hours. And it is 4 stars. ................................................................................. This is review 60 of the Yelp 100 Challenge

Fake grass and a minimal amount of live animals ~ meh. I understand they are trying and there is a small sense of an oasis in the busy City, but a wildlife habitat- I would not call this. A nice little FREE walkthrough at the Flamingo Hotel.

This place is okay. The only thing I would really go for is to take a picture with the macaws and the cockatoo. Other than that there isn't much to see. Unless you would like to see flamingos lol. TIP: if you stay for less than an hour, parking is free. Other than that I'm not sure how much it was if you were to stay there longer. I don't see the point of having to park your vehicle so far and then walk a pretty Lang distance just to see koi fishes, and birds lol. I would see them if I were staying at the hotel. But other than that I don't think I would wanna waste my time coming here.

There isn't much here but it's free so I can't complain! I love to visit this place in the morning before it gets busier - so peaceful! It's really the only 'quiet time' I have found on the strip, other than my hotel room! Even if you don't pay to get the souvenir photos for yourself, I enjoy watching the parrots interact with themselves and their handlers the most. I also like sitting on the fountain in the courtyard. It's a nice change of pace from it's surroundings!

Every trip I go to the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat once or twice. It's like a free mini-zoo, & the lush greenery & soothing waterfalls are beautiful. Flamingo employees are friendly & eager to have visitors. One or 2 is always stationed outside the Buffet near the exit door to the Habitat, to answer questions. I asked if I could use an outlet to re-charge my iP, then sat on a chair by the wall & listened for a while. Not to mention that Carlos & Charlie's is next to the Habitat. Twist my arm already.