One giant bird changes the whole mood fast. At Artestruz, you spend a calm couple hours meeting curious, playful ostriches up close, with a short guided introduction and time to roam at your own pace. The farm blends animal education with hands-on interaction, so it feels more personal than a quick photo stop.

I especially like the hand-feeding element. You’re shown how to interact safely, and once you’re comfortable you can feed the birds yourself, which is exactly where the magic happens. I also like that there’s a tangible farm angle beyond the animals, including ostrich egg shell crafts made from the farm’s own eggs.

One thing to think about: this isn’t a big zoo-style attraction. The experience is focused on one main ostrich area, and the food is extra, so if you’re expecting a longer or more varied walkthrough, plan for a shorter visit.

Key highlights you should care about

• Hand-feed ostriches with guidance so you know how close to get and how to do it
• Relaxed farm pacing after a short introduction, so you can go at your own speed
• Giant fried ostrich egg possibility if it’s available during your visit
• Egg-shell handmade crafts add a real Mallorca take-home angle
• Family-friendly energy that works across ages
• Audio guide in multiple languages for extra context while you wander

Ostriches Up Close at Artestruz: What You’re Really Buying

This ticket is for a visit to a family farm devoted to ostriches—especially the production side and the education side. You’re not just looking at birds behind glass. You’re learning how they live, how they behave, and then getting the chance to interact in a guided way.

At Artestruz, the experience is built around one simple idea: when you get close to a giant bird, you understand it differently. Ostriches are fast and strong, and they’re full of world-record type facts, but what sticks is their personality. They’re described as curious and playful, and that comes through fast once you’re standing near them.

You’ll also get a small culture layer that’s easy to miss at animal sites: the farm produces decorative items from ostrich eggshells. That means your ticket isn’t only about animals. It’s also a look at how people turn something unusual into real products you can actually take home.

The Meet-Up and Getting Started: Free Parking and a Simple Arrival

Your starting point is free parking at ARTESTRUZ. That matters because it keeps the day from feeling like a logistical scavenger hunt. You can arrive, park, and then focus on the farm instead of your schedule.

Once you’re there, you’ll meet up with the staff for a short introduction by a guide. This part sets the tone for the whole visit. It also gives you the basic “how to interact” instructions, which is what makes the hand-feeding safe and relaxed rather than chaotic.

From a planning standpoint, treat this like a flexible family stop. Starting times depend on availability, and the ticket is valid for one day, so check the time options before you lock in your day on Mallorca.

The Guided Intro: How You Feed and Interact Safely

The included guide segment is the backbone of the ticket. You’ll get an intro to the ostriches, plus practical instruction on how to feed and interact with the birds. The guide also answers questions, which is great if you want specifics instead of a generic script.

This is where you get value even if you’re not a “big animal person.” The farm’s goal is education, but it’s education that connects directly to behavior. Ostriches are often misunderstood, and standing near one makes you realize how curious they can be—and how important it is to follow the guide’s cues.

Also, you’ll want to pay attention here because the rest of the visit is self-paced. After the guide, you can explore on your own rhythm, without someone steering you every minute.

Hand-Feeding: The Moment That Makes the Whole Trip Worth It

Hand-feeding is the headline attraction, and it’s easy to see why. When a bird approaches you up close, you notice details you’d never catch from across a field—big eyes, curious movement, and that mix of elegance and mischief.

Important practical point: the feeding bowl is not included. In other words, the ticket covers the intro and guidance, but the actual feeding supplies and/or feed can cost extra. You should expect to pay for the food if you want the full interaction moment.

Value-wise, this is usually where you decide if the experience matches your budget. If you’re excited to feed the birds, the extra cost can feel worthwhile because the interaction is direct. If you’re mainly there for a quick look, you may spend less but also get less of the standout experience.

The Rest of the Farm Visit: Go at Your Own Pace

After the intro, you’re free to wander the farm at your own rhythm. This works well for families because it gives you space to slow down, take breaks, and decide how much time you want with the birds.

It’s also where the audio guide helps. An audio guide is included in multiple languages, including Czech, English, Catalan, Chinese, German, French, Polish, and Spanish. Even if you speak only one language, the audio can turn your casual stroll into a structured learning session.

What you should expect in terms of scope: this is described as a small, focused farm experience. There’s one main ostrich area, so your visit may feel short compared with bigger attractions. That’s not automatically bad. It can actually be a plus if you want a light, low-stress day.

Giant Fried Ostrich Egg (If Available): Fun, Specific, and Optional

One of the most memorable add-ons is the chance to enjoy a giant fried ostrich egg, but it’s explicitly listed as subject to availability. That means it may be offered during your visit, or it may not.

If you’re deciding whether to plan around food, I’d treat this as a bonus rather than a guarantee. If it’s available, it’s a playful way to connect the education side of the farm to something you can taste. If it’s not, you’re still buying the animal interaction, which is the core.

The farm also offers the option of a drink alongside the food. Again, treat it as availability-driven, not scheduled like a restaurant meal.

What About the Egg-Shell Crafts? A Small Souvenir With Real Meaning

Artestruz doesn’t stop at animals. The farm also makes decorative items from ostrich egg shells, including artisanal handcrafted pieces. This matters because it adds a practical reason to stay even after your favorite moment with the birds.

It also gives you a different kind of Mallorca souvenir. Instead of a mass-produced trinket, you’re looking at products tied to the farm’s work. If you like buying things that feel connected to the place you visited, this part of the experience makes sense.

Even if you don’t buy anything, the crafts help you understand the bigger “production + education” theme.

Price and Value: How a $20 Ticket Makes Sense (or Doesn’t)

The ticket is listed at $20 per person for a one-day visit. On paper, that’s not a bargain. On the other hand, you’re paying for an experience that includes guided instruction and a hands-on activity you can’t easily recreate.

Here’s how I’d think about value for yourself:

• If you want the hand-feeding moment and the learning component, the ticket can feel fair, especially because the guide is included.
• If you mainly want photos and a quick look, you might feel the cost sharper since the visit is focused and the food is extra.
• If you expect a long, multi-enclosure outing, adjust your expectations. This isn’t designed like a large day-long theme park.

One extra cost is food. Food is not included, and a reported price for food is around €8. That cost can be fine if you’ll feed the birds and if you value the interaction moment. If you’d rather skip feeding, you can keep spending down, but you’ll also lose part of the experience’s “wow” factor.

Who This Experience Fits Best

This works best for people who like hands-on animal experiences and calm, family-friendly settings. Kids, parents, and grandparents tend to do well here because the atmosphere is relaxed and the activity is easy to understand.

It’s also a good stop if you want something different from the usual beach-plus-historic-walk rhythm. An ostrich farm is unusual enough to feel fresh, and the educational framing makes it more than a gimmick.

If you’re short on time, the focused layout can be a plus. If you need a full day of activities, plan a second plan for after your farm visit.

A Practical Checklist Before You Go

This is a low-key farm visit, but small details matter.

• Expect to pay extra for feeding supplies/food if you want to feed the birds.
• Watch for whether the giant fried ostrich egg is available that day.
• Use the audio guide if you want more structure while you wander.
• Bring patience: ostriches may not rush toward you on command. Part of the fun is their curiosity and timing.

Should You Book Artestruz Ostrich Farm Tickets?

Book it if you want a safe, guided way to get up close to ostriches, plus time to explore in a relaxed setting. If you care about animal education and you’ll likely spend a bit extra on feed, the experience matches the price better than a purely visual attraction.

Skip or reconsider if you’re expecting a huge, long, multi-stop farm visit. Also, if you dislike the idea of paying extra for food, you may end up feeling you paid for a short walk more than a full activity.

If you want an unusual Mallorca stop that’s family-friendly and interactive, Artestruz is a strong choice—just go in knowing it’s focused, not expansive.

FAQ

Where is the meeting point?

You get free parking at ARTESTRUZ, which is the arrival point for the activity.

How long is the experience?

The ticket is valid for 1 day. The visit itself is short and focused, centered around the guided introduction and time at your own pace.

What’s included in the ticket price?

You get a short introduction to the animals by a guide, guidance on how to feed and interact with the ostriches, and then time on the farm at your own rhythm.

Do I get to feed the ostriches?

You can feed and interact with the birds with instruction from the guide. A feeding bowl is not included, and the food is an extra cost.

Is the giant fried ostrich egg included?

No, it’s subject to availability. If it’s offered during your visit, you can have it as part of the experience.

What languages are available?

The host or greeter languages include Catalan, English, German, and Spanish. An audio guide is included in Czech, English, Catalan, Chinese, German, French, Polish, and Spanish.

Is the attraction wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it’s listed as wheelchair accessible.

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