Live Feeding!
Every weekend, our reptile expert feeds the snakes and shares fascinating facts about our animals with our reptile expert. No reservation required.
During school holidays, feedings also take place every day of the week!
TIME SCHEDULE
Saturdays and Sundays, at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
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About Us
It has become vital to spread awareness about the little-known world of reptiles and their danger of extinction.
Our aim is to give young and old a closer understanding of these feared animals through a memorable experience with educational activities for the whole family.
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For the first time in Switzerland and virtually unique in the world, this year’s exhibition features the spider-tailed horned viper (Pseudocerastes urarachnoides), with the only other place of exhibition being a Czech zoo. It is an exceptional snake officially discovered quite recently (2006) in Iran. With the tip of its tail looking deceivingly similar to a small tarantula, it possesses the most elaborate lure of all snakes, which becomes a deadly trap for foraging birds.
Teaser Expo Villeneuve 2025
M Le Media Canal + Broadcast 01/27/2025
Gallery of selected animals
in our exhibition
Our team of herpetologists
Let us introduce you to our reptile experts
Anthony Guillod, CEO
“Reptiles are a passion and a family matter. I grew up surrounded by these terrariums, my father took me on trips early on to show me reptiles in their natural environment. Today, as a professionally qualified animal keeper, I keep the exhibitions up, aiming to raise awareness about the animals and the importance of protecting them.”
Michel Guillod, founder
More than 50 years of experience with these fascinating animals.
“I was 14 years old when I build my first terrarium for a viper. My collection then kept growing until it became my profession. In collaboration with Jean Garzoni the first exhibitions took place in the French part of Switzerland in 1970.
The exhibition has been going for over 30 years. This is especially thanks to my friends, which were an essential part of all this.
Since 2015 it’s the turn of the younger generation to carry on this living museum.”
Julien Regamey, photographer
“Even before I could walk my attention was captured by wild animals, insects, birds, reptiles and mammals, and observing the quickly became a passion.
So, quite naturally, at the end of mandatory education I opted for an apprenticeship as animal caretaker. I was lucky enough to follow a 3-year training under the direction of Jean Garzoni at the Vivarium Lausanne.”
Jean Garzoni
When speaking of our team, how can we not pay tribute to one of the greatest Swiss herpetologists.
When he passed away in 2017, he left an incredible story behind. He knew how to captivate listeners around the globe with his stories about his discoveries of mother nature and passionate them by founding the Lausanne Vivarium in 1970.
His calling was to demystify these feared and misunderstood creatures, a mission that continues to inspire this exhibition.
Many thanks to him.
Elodie Berger
“A wonderful exhibition, the animals were active and easy to spot… The spitting cobras had decided to ensure some excitement and captured the attention of young and old… Thank you for your work!"
"Very enjoyable! Something to discover and experience for everyone. Allows you to clear your mind. Thank you very much.”
Fanny Lip
"Lovely exhibition, lets you discover more about these misunderstood animals… Worth the visit!"
