Wednesday 2 September, 14:00

Exploring Our Jungle Garden

Free, booking required

Step into a lush jungle garden and explore winding paths under towering leaves. Listen to rustling foliage, feel humid air, and spot bright flowers and strange shapes. A guided walk with the garden team reveals how plants adapt, resist cold winds, and cope with climate change. Kids will ask questions, observe textures and colors, and imagine rainforest stories while learning how experiments help plants survive. This lively exploration mixes discovery, nature science, and playful curiosity.

In French.

Chemin de l'Impératrice 1,
1292 Chambésy
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Photo Credit: Jardin Botanique de Genève

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