PRIVILEGE STAY

THE MOST INTIMATE EXPERIENCE AT LA RÉSERVE

THE EXPERIENCE

This stay is a genuine deep dive into the heart of La Réserve, accompanied by a naturalist guide with whom you will share far more than a simple safari: fascinating exchanges, suspended moments, and the rare opportunity to step behind the scenes of the natural world.

Designed to last three days and two nights, this stay offers plenty of time to discover La Réserve in a different light: at daybreak, at nightfall, in the silence of the forest or beside the natural swimming pool. Here, you slow down. You observe. You marvel.
The immersion is complete: Nature envelops you and, at its own pace, reveals its most beautiful secrets.

To be enjoyed alone, with family or with friends, all year round.


THE PROGRAMME:

 

Day 1:

  • Arrival around 3.00pm: Welcome and introduction to La Réserve over a refreshing drink.
  • Around 4.00pm or 5.00pm: Departure for a guided walking safari. Head to the wetlands of La Réserve to appreciate the rich aquatic environments, and if you are lucky, watch the bison and deer bathing!
  • From 7.00pm: Dinner at LE TAKHI restaurant.
  • Overnight stay in a room at the bioclimatic villa: From your terrace or balcony, take the time to watch the aerial ballet of swallows and bats, or listen to the call of the Scops owl.

 

Day 2:

  • 8.00am: Buffet breakfast with home-made, local and organic produce — served at La Réserve’s LE TAKHI restaurant.
  • 9.00am: Departure for a safari across the heights of La Réserve. You take part in scientific surveys by identifying the wildlife present in these unique habitats. In spring, females hide there to give birth and protect their young.
  • 12.00pm: Lunch at LE TAKHI restaurant.
  • Free early afternoon: ideal for a nap beside our natural swimming pool.
  • 4.00pm: Guided horse-drawn carriage safari for a comfortable 1-hour-15-minute ride. Set off to encounter the large wildlife: bison, wild horses, elk, deer…
  • On your return: refreshments served outdoors. If you wish, you may take part in caring for the draught horses: unharnessing, grooming and feeding.
  • From 7.00pm: Dinner at LE TAKHI restaurant.
  • Overnight stay in a room at the bioclimatic villa: Take the opportunity to stargaze. Here, there is no light pollution.

 

Day 3:

  • From 8.00am: Buffet breakfast with home-made, local and organic produce — served at La Réserve’s LE TAKHI restaurant.
  • Activities:
    – The option to learn how to harness horses by helping our guides prepare the draught horses.
    – Or the option to take part in spotting the wildlife as it wakes up.
  • Access to La Réserve’s communal areas: outdoor museum, play areas, natural pool (in summer), refreshment stand.
  • Check-out: 10.00am.

A few details about the stay:

→ During this stay, safaris are conducted in groups of a maximum of 6 people to ensure a high-quality experience.
→ The programme is provided for guidance only. It may be adjusted by our guides depending on how events unfold at La Réserve.
→ Children under 5 years old are not permitted on this stay.

Pratical information:

Special conditions

To preserve the tranquillity of the animals, stays are limited to 6 participants and may include exclusive private access to the site.
The programme may be adjusted by our specialists to best accommodate the animals’ activity.
For any questions regarding the organisation of this stay, please do not hesitate to contact us on 04 93 60 00 78.


Respect for the wild:

In order to prevent any risk of transmitting contagious diseases to the animals of La Réserve (brucellosis, Aujeszky’s disease, echinococcosis…), picnics and domestic animals are not permitted on site.
It is therefore not permitted to bring food or beverages from outside the reserve.


Natural swimming pool:

Reserved for guests staying at La Réserve, the natural swimming pool is accessible from June to September, every day from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
→ Its water, naturally filtered by the presence of plankton, contains no chemical products. To preserve this balance, sunscreens and sun oils are strictly prohibited.
→Swimming is unsupervised: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Available dates:

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For one or more additional nights, please contact our assistant at 09 65 03 49 68.

What they have to say
about our experiences

Joan Dulera

Sun. 25 August 2024

A unique experience that our family did yesterday at the Reserve des Monts-Azur. We've seen the wild european buffalos, the deers and the wild horses that originated in Mongolia. This reserve is a 700 hectares with free wild animals roaming around the place without human help. They co-exist in this habitat. I was amazed to see them sooo close! It's a different experience than seeing animals on captivity. I recommend for families visiting this place:-)

Angelique Amable

Wed. 10 July 2024

Not far from the city, nice drive!
If you’re gonna take a carriage, you can see the animals closer and there’s no need to wear sneakers if you’re not gonna do the promenade.
Carriage: 1 hour
Walking: 1.5-2hrs

Kirill Abikus

Sun. 23 June 2024

This is a great mini safari in the mountains! You can see horses and bisons in the wild. Walking tours or in the carriage. Very beautiful nature and nice staff.
Please note that it is usually cold in the mountains so dress appropriately (long sleeves and trousers are recommended).
You can have a very good lunch at moderate price in the restaurant. Book in advance.
Nice boutique with souvenirs.
Children liked the tour very much.
We did not stay for the night.

Schas Mien

Mon. 20 May 2024

Very beautiful reserve with stunning views. You can observe the animals in peace. Don't forget the binoculars! The crepes were very delicious.
Attention for non-French speakers: we had asked before booking if an English-speaking tour guide is available and this was not a problem. Unfortunately, on-site this was limited to just a few sentences and we understood almost nothing. That was very unfortunate!

Joanne Storey

Wed. 23 August 2023

Where do i start... Amazing place, the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, great fun and spoke excellent English! We booked private carriage tour for our family. We loved seeing all the animals and learning a lot. We went to the restaurant for lunch, they had a great selection including children's menu. The food was beautiful and plentiful. I would highly recommend this place to anyone local or tourists! Thank you

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have another question? Contact us at contact@haut-thorenc.com

The ecolodges are not heated. For your comfort, we make them available only during the summer season, from May 17 to October 15. Outside these dates, you can enjoy our other accommodations: Le Petit Manoir and Villa Bioclimatique.

Yes, of course! Children of all ages are welcome at La Réserve. Only guided walking safaris and our Lodges are not available for children under 5, for insurance reasons.
The Brame and Privilège stays can be enjoyed by families with young children, but only if the safaris are fully privatized.

For your safety, but also for health reasons, pets are not allowed.

We strongly advise you to book your safari or stay in advance.

No, our restaurant will be delighted to welcome you for lunch and dinner.

Here's all the information you need to get to La Réserve des Monts d'Azur :

  • 651 route des châteaux
    06750 THORENC
  • GPS coordinates:
    43°48'20 " N - 6°50'43 " E
    43.8049886,6.8431416
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We can be reached on the following telephone numbers:

Please note, annual closure from November 6 to December 1, 2023.