About Khao Kheow Open Zoo

Thailand's first of its kind, Khao Kheow Open Zoo Pattaya houses around 300 different species of animals. The concept of the zoo is an open caged living which lets animals roam freely in their natural habitat. The zoo promotes conservation of these species, and motivates people to learn about them through their visit. The zoo is a family friendly destination, where adults and kids enjoy exploring the various animals together.

Visitors get to see animals like Rhino, Hippos, Giraffe, Elephant, Hyenas, Tigers, snakes and more in their natural habitat in open cages. Guests can feed some of these animals by buying food from the stalls inside the zoo. The Khao Kheow Open Zoo tickets also include access to the on-site Pai Kin Kan Restaurant. Guests can select the option of buffet lunch services at the zoo restaurant. Explore the zones like aviary park, seer park and guests can even watch the stunning penguin parade while visiting the zoo. Apart from exploring the various open cages with the exotic animals, visitors can also watch the eventful Flying Parade, Animal Presentations, and also the stunning Elephant Show. Guests can walk around the zoo, take a free bus service or drive around in one of the hired electric cars.

Why Book Khao Kheow Open Zoo Tickets?

The Khao Kheow Open Zoo tickets will give access to visitors to the various animals' open cages and take them on an amazing wildlife experience. Booking the tickets online is a great way to avoid queues and get great discounts on the tickets. Visitors will also get to enjoy the various shows and presentations revolving around the zoo animals.

Highlights Of Khao Kheow Open Zoo Tickets
Inclusions of Khao Kheow Open Zoo Tickets
Highlights Of Khao Kheow Open Zoo Tickets
  • Learn about the various animals housed at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo Pattaya and watch them in their natural habitat in open cages.
  • Enjoy the interactive and educational shows that are put for visitors to learn more about the 300 different species of animals living in the zoo.
  • Guests can also add a lunch buffet option to their tickets and enjoy delicious Thai food at the restaurant inside the zoo.
  • Explore the lush natural landscape of the Bird Aviary, which has plants, a stream, ponds and even waterfalls for the birds to roam around freely.
  • The Penguin parade is a highlight of the zoo, where penguins walk to the pool and try to eat some fishes.
  • Watch the elephant show and see the majestic animal perform various acts and stunts.
  • Walk through the jungle program and get to see animals like otters, pigs, tigers, hyenas among others.

Shows In Khao Kheow Open Zoo

The Khao Kheow Open Zoo tickets provide access to the amazing shows that are put on by a variety of animals. These shows provide interactive and educational experiences to kids as well as adults. It gets fun to learn about the different species present in the zoo, and each show provides a unique experience. They also keep kids entertained and ensure that visitors have a fun time at the conservatory open zoo.

Elephant Show
Elephant Show

The Elephant show is a very unique experience for visitors, especially the kids. They get a chance to watch the Elephants swim in a closed aquarium from a safe distance. The majestic animal floating and swimming in the clear blue waters is a beautiful and awe inspiring sight for the guests who are visiting. While the activity is available for visitors to enjoy all week, timings do vary according to the day of the visit. Week days have two scheduled Elephant shows, while visitors get to enjoy one of the three shows put on a weekend.

 Penguin Parade
Penguin Parade

Penguins are the most exotic and weird birds, all at the same time. These exotic creatures pit a great show for the visitors as they march in front of the crowds. Guests cheer and wave at the adorable animals, as the Penguins make their way to the pool. Kids and adults both find the tiny step walk of these exotic penguins adorable. They after the parade enjoy eating their fishes from the pool, while spectators watch the whole feeding show. The Penguin Parade is scheduled for two times a day during weekdays and three times a day during weekends or holidays.

Flying Parade
Flying Parade

The Flying parade takes place in the second largest aviary of Asian continent. Nestled in the natural landscapes of the Open Zoo, this Bird Aviary is home to many exotic species of birds. One such is the Parakeet that steals the day with its spectacular Flying Parade. The group of birds fly and hover in a specific pattern, giving visitors a chance to get some amazing clicks. There are two shows scheduled for the parade in the Bird Aviary, each day for the entire week.

Feeding Show
Feeding Show

Seals are without any doubt one of the most adorable and friendly aquatic animals at the Open Zoo. The zoo houses these creatures in their natural habitat and visitors can learn a lot about them on their tour. The Seal feeding shows give the visitors a chance to feed these amazing animals by their own hands or just watch the trainers feed them from a distance if too scared to get near. The seals are super friendly and kids will love petting them while enjoying the experience entirely.

Zones In Khao Kheow Open Zoo

The Khao Kheow Open Zoo is divided into several different zones dedicated to various kinds of animals. These zones provide the animals a safe haven and lets them roam freely in their natural habitat. Visitors can interact with the animals if possible or watch from a distance, while learning a lot about them.

African Savannah
African Savannah

Designed to mimic the natural habitat of African regions, this thematic zone offers a safe haven to the species that are found abundantly in Savannah. The zone is home to many animals like East African oryxes, Grant's zebras, South African ostriches, white rhinoceros, giraffes, springboks, and impalas. Spread across two acres of land, animals get to roam freely in the thematic zone and feel like home. Visitors can feed many of these animals and watch them closely live in a natural habitat.

Cats Complex Park
Cats Complex Park

This park is home to a variety of beautiful and agile wild cats from throughout the world. Visitors can see 48 different species in eight different enclosures that cover a total of 40 acres. Each enclosure features natural habitats for each species, such as grasslands, deserts, plains, forests, marshes, and mountains. Get some great shots of the wild animals in their natural habitat and learn about their lifestyle as well as the animals themselves.

 Walk Through Aviary
Walk Through Aviary

One of the most stunning zones in the Khao Kheow Open Zoo is the Bird Aviary. Visitors can walk around the aviary section, which is home to more than 80 different bird species. The aviary is two acres in size and features streams, ponds, waterfalls, and a variety of vegetation. This zone is ideal for tourists who want to enjoy the different birds in a natural setting

Eld's Deer Park
Eld's Deer Park

The Eld's Deer Park is a very relaxing and refreshing zone for the visitors. Watch the deers play and orange in their natural habitat as you are surrounded by more than one acre of lush greens. Kids especially enjoy playing around these gentle creatures and they even get to feed them, pet them and take photographs with them. Just sit back and relax, take in the scenery and watch the deers enjoy their natural habitat.

Why Visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo?

Why Visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo?
  • The Khao Kheow Open Zoo is a beautiful place to spend the entire day with the family exploring amazing wildlife.
  • With over 300 species, the open zoo is home to 8000+ animals that live in open cages and put on various shows for the visitors.
  • Kids and adults both will enjoy the interactive and educational experiences that the zoo has to offer.
  • The Khao Kheow Open Zoo tickets give visitors access to its many zones and shows, including the Elephant show, Penguin Parade, Flying Parade, etc.
  • The open zoo has an amazing night safari experience that takes visitors on a 40 minute exclusive ride of the Zoo during after hours.

Know Before You Book Khao Kheow Open Zoo Tickets?

Essential Information
How To Reach Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Essential Information

Location:235 Moo 7, Tambon Bang-Pra, Amphur Sriracha, Chonburi 20110, Thailand

Timings:8 AM - 5 PM

Best Time To Visit:Best time to visit the zoo is in the early morning as the weather is pleasant and it will be more comfortable to get around the zoo. The animals too are more active and well rested in the morning, therefore visitors can enjoy better interactions. Also, early in the morning the zoo is less crowded and visitors will not have to wait in a long queue for the Khao Kheow Open Zoo tickets.

Tips To Visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo

Tips To Visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo
  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear as you might have to walk in the tropical weather for hours during the day.
  • Always wear sunscreen to avoid skin damage, sunburns or reactions. To avoid tanning, best to wear full sleeves clothes and full pants.
  • Do carry a water bottle along with you as it is important to stay hydrated while touring the zoo.
  • Do not feed the animals anything from the outside, or without asking your guide or on spot staff. Not all animals are friendly or allowed to be fed by visitors.
  • It's best to take the free bus or hire an electric car to travel around, especially if traveling with kids.
  • Book your Khao Kheow Open Zoo tickets online to avoid long queues or waiting lines and get access to all of the shows, interactions etc.

FAQs

Is it safe for kids to visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo?

    Yes, Khao Kheow Open Zoo is safe for kids as long as they are accompanied by adults for supervision. The open cages allow animals to roam freely in a limited space, and at the same time.keep the safety of visitors in mind. Still it's best for kids below a certain age to be accompanied by adults to keep an eye out for them.

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