Safari Park (Bangkok) is one of the few places in Thailand where you can feed giraffes bananas, watch lions and tigers at arm’s length, admire hundreds of rare birds and learn the habits of crocodiles.
The safari park in Bangkok, covering an area of more than 70 hectares, is located in the eastern part of the city. It was opened in 1988, and has been very popular with Asian tourists and locals ever since. On the map, the safari park, located in the suburbs of Bangkok, is referred to as Safari World, which means “safari world”.
In the park, animals live in conditions that are as similar as possible to their natural habitats: there are no cages or high fences. Guests of the zoo have a unique opportunity to observe the life of colorful birds and mysterious marine life, dangerous predators. Detailed information about the habits and lifestyles of various animals can be found at the stands located in the safari park in Bangkok.
What to see in the park:
The huge territory of the safari park is divided into two parts: Marine Park and Safari Park.
Safari Park
This is the most visited and interesting part of the park. Herbivores and predators live here (they are separated from each other by a grid). In addition to the traditional Asian animals, you can see lions, zebras, bears, giraffes, leopards, elephants, rhinos and pandas. The territory of the park is so huge that you can’t walk here – you can only get around by car or bus.
A standard tour of this part of the park lasts 45-50 minutes. During a trip through the territory where predators live, it is forbidden even to open the car doors and windows a little, and, moreover, to get out. Animals behave quite aggressively, and to avoid a tragedy, even safari park employees feed them with a special cage. If you are lucky, tourists can also see the feeding process.
Special attention should be paid to the birds, which are incredibly numerous here: white and black swans, bright peacocks, pink flamingos, large parrots and ostriches. They are practically not afraid of people, and often fly up or approach tourists.
In a separate area with waterfalls and lakes, you can see hippos and crocodiles, which are fenced with a net.
Marina Park
Marina Park is more like a classic zoo: animals are kept in aviaries, there are areas for feeding herbivores. Unlike the safari park, the water park is located in the jungle, and tourists can visit bamboo thickets, look at banana palms and admire wild orchids.
On the territory of the safari zoo in Bangkok, separate pens have been created for feeding different animals: fallow deer, deer and giraffes. The latter is located in a lowland, so that guests of the park can easily reach herbivorous animals.
Marina park also has an aqua zone where you can watch dolphins, various fish and fur seals. Ducks and swans swim in one of the lakes.
It will also be interesting to visit the World of Eggs exhibition, where you can witness the birth and birth of a new life. For children, there are interactive corners where you can find out what different birds ‘ eggs look like inside.
Since Marina Park is primarily aimed at children’s audiences, there is a children’s playground with many attractions and animators. Attracts tourists and River Safari-an attraction that allows you to go by boat to the jungle with wild animals (of course, not real).
Show
Safari World in Bangkok regularly hosts colorful bird and animal shows. Each one lasts from 30 to 40 minutes. Most popular shows:
- orangutans
During the performance, the monkeys will demonstrate their ability to play musical instruments, dance, perform tricks and solve puzzles. The show is held daily at 10.30 and 15.30.
- navy seals
During the performance, guests of the safari park will see how deftly seals twist hoops, throw balls and swim. The show is held daily at 11.00 and 16.00.
- cowboys
This is the only performance in the zoo in which only people take part. Runs at 11.40 and 15.40.
- dolphins
Every day at 13.00, the dolphins demonstrate their talents to the park’s guests: they bounce and somersault in the air, throw balls and jump through hoops.
- elephants
At the elephant show, guests of the park will see how these huge animals deftly twist hoops and draw large pictures. It takes place daily at 11.40 am.
- birds
Macaw parrots take part in the show, which can read poems and perform complex tricks. The performance takes place every weekday at 10.20 and 15.30.
More information about the show can be found on the official website of the Bangkok Safari Park.
Practical information:
Address: 99 Panyaintra Road | Samwatawantok, Klongsamwa, Bangkok 10510, Thailand
Opening hours: from 9.00 to 17.00 seven days a week
Cost of visit (baht):
| Safari | Marina Park | Safari+ Marina Park | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 800 | 1000 | 1200 |
| Child | 700 | 800 | 900 |
The package ticket price includes a shuttle service and a traditional Thai lunch.
If you present a Thai driver’s license, the ticket price will be halved, and riding on the River Safari attraction will cost only 120 baht (against 300 for foreigners).
Official website: http://www.safariworld.com
The safari park, located in the suburbs of Bangkok, offers a range of additional services at the following prices:
| Cost (baht) | |
|---|---|
| Framed photos of animals | 300 |
| All-day storage room rental | 250 |
| Wheelchairs for people with disabilities | 250 |
Useful tips
- Experienced tourists note that it is more profitable to go to the safari park (Bangkok) with an excursion than on your own.
- Take a full day to visit the safari park.
- Do not neglect personal safety measures, and do not attempt to feed or pet animals where this is prohibited.
- Stock up on water and grab something to eat. There are several food tents at the entrance to the park, but they are unlikely to be reached quickly.
- Animals are allowed to be fed in the safari park. Treats are sold near each area: green beans for giraffes, seeds for parrots, and special fish food.
Bangkok Safari Park is one of the best places in the suburbs of the Thai capital for a day trip.
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