Chiang Mai Night Safari
Chiang Mai Night Safari
3.5
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Chiang Mai Night Safari is a vocational study center building the concept of environmental foresty and wild life conservation. Its also a worls class standard for education and entertainment and a place for earning valuable income with social responsibility for community and environment. Everything you experience will be unforgettable.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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- PattySydney, Australia30 contributionsRecommended for kidsRecommended for kids. There are a lot of show for kids as tiger show, night predators show, Savanna Safari, Predators Prowl and etc. Its a bit far from city around 15-18minutes by car.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 7 October 2023
- Daniel ABeijing, China35,130 contributionsA must do in Chiang Mai with kidsWe visited about 9 years ago and this place was just okay. We returned only to bring our children and the whole place has been reinvented. It is organized and friendly now. It is organized as they give you a stamp ticket letting you know where to go and when to go. The shows are actually now entertaining too. Food prices are usually higher at attractions but it wasn’t necessarily here at all and the food quality was actually pretty good. I was pleasantly surprised by new experience and would recommend it for any group of people even those with young children. Don’t come as late as we did or you might miss many attractions.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 19 January 2024
- Livie S90 contributionsNot ethical for the animalsAlthough this is a great zoo to go round on the truck at night we didn’t realise it was not ethical as our hotel didn’t not tell us. The tiger show especially was hard to watch as the tigers were clearly scared of the keepers and we then regret going. There is hardly anywhere to get food. The water show is okay and it’s nice to see so many animals but a lot of the pens were really small and when you drive past they shine a light in the animals faces. Not sure I would recommend giving money to a organisation like this if I knew before I went. The elephant and bear were also trained to wave at us which is clearly not natural.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 20 March 2024
- bitdeer M16 contributionsEven though I visited in the dark, a daytime visit would still be worthwhile.The night safari was fantastic, with giraffes and zebras coming up to the bus to say hello, and the tiger performance was really amazing. Afterwards, it was simple to take a tuk tuk back into town. It is advised to have dinner at the buffet restaurant located in the parking lot before entering the park, as there aren't many food alternatives there.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten 7 September 2024
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Sara M
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia20 contributions
Jan 2020
Save money and choose Chiang Mai Zoo. It is only $7.50 AUD for the zoo plus extra for other attractions and add ons, you pay at the gate. The enclosures are clean and decent. The animals are not made to perform, they appear to be well treated.
Written 3 January 2020
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Darlene F
Chester Springs, PA1,075 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
My husband & I busted with another couple. We all enjoyed an we’re very surprised that far more enjoyable than we expected! The safari was great fun. Many animals walk right up to the vehicle when it stops and you are able to pet them. I was even able to feed a banana (provided by the guide on our car) to a giraffe! That was quite an unexpected treat. In addition to the safari the showed were all enjoyed. Especially the tigers! Although I do confess feeling a bit of concern for the trainers who were in a cage with so many tigers as seemed quite dangerous, however, the tigers seemed to love the trainers. We have great videos of the white tiger hugging a trainer, tigers leaping into water to retrieve food, etc. it was a wonderful show! If we had more time, we would have returned!
Written 1 January 2020
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Nashboroguy
Zhangjiagang, China292 contributions
Jan 2020
At least the animals look to being taken care of well. The overall experience was ok. Nothing truly special. I would say it was interesting, but not fun. Throughout the experience, I kept asking myself why I spent 1000 baht for this. If the cost was half that price, I might have been more receptive. To be fair to the attraction, the tour company we chose and the tour guide we had was not very good. On tours like this, the guide needs to be entertaining, funny, full of information, and engaging. We were using a company called Journey Tours, and it was not great.
Written 28 January 2020
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Carolyn R
7 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
The collection of animals here were the saving grace. Awesome selection! The glass panels for the introductory program were filthy, especially for a show introducing the stars of their attraction. But it was an interesting surprise when a few species paraded by in the audience’s space. The dance program was underwhelming. Unfortunately most animals turn away from the tram’s spotlights, so enjoy the tram tours for the close encounters they offer. Maybe the park will figure out how to illuminate the wildlife areas differently and still minimize the intrusion on the animals. I’m glad I went, but it’s still basically a zoo.
Written 16 February 2020
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Jodie St. Clair
Hanoi, Vietnam10 contributions
Nov 2022
We came to the night safari as a birthday present for our youngest and she really enjoyed it.
When you arrive, they will give you a schedule to see all of the shows and take the tram if you decide to do the tram. The tram was definitely a highlight, so even though it's more expensive, it's worth it.
The adults in our group definitely felt mixed about the trained tiger show. The tigers do tricks, but are never forced or coerced. They are given lots of treats as they do their show and the handlers seem to have a good patient relationship with them. If you are against something like this, the Night Safari is not for you.
We took the tram last, so it was dark by the time we were on the tram, but all the animals were pretty active. Our kids got to pet the giraffe and we saw a lot of animals that we don't see in American zoos. The tram is offered in both Thai and English, so we learned quite a bit about more regional animals.
The announcements, show music and speakers can be quite loud. Especially when it's in a language you don't know, it can feel very overwhelming. If you have a kiddo that gets overwhelmed by loud noises, take this into consideration. Because being there at night overlaps with dinner time, make sure to eat beforehand or bring a lot of snacks. There is some food but it's a limited selection.
When you arrive, they will give you a schedule to see all of the shows and take the tram if you decide to do the tram. The tram was definitely a highlight, so even though it's more expensive, it's worth it.
The adults in our group definitely felt mixed about the trained tiger show. The tigers do tricks, but are never forced or coerced. They are given lots of treats as they do their show and the handlers seem to have a good patient relationship with them. If you are against something like this, the Night Safari is not for you.
We took the tram last, so it was dark by the time we were on the tram, but all the animals were pretty active. Our kids got to pet the giraffe and we saw a lot of animals that we don't see in American zoos. The tram is offered in both Thai and English, so we learned quite a bit about more regional animals.
The announcements, show music and speakers can be quite loud. Especially when it's in a language you don't know, it can feel very overwhelming. If you have a kiddo that gets overwhelmed by loud noises, take this into consideration. Because being there at night overlaps with dinner time, make sure to eat beforehand or bring a lot of snacks. There is some food but it's a limited selection.
Written 16 December 2022
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Daniel A
Beijing, China35,130 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We visited about 9 years ago and this place was just okay. We returned only to bring our children and the whole place has been reinvented. It is organized and friendly now. It is organized as they give you a stamp ticket letting you know where to go and when to go. The shows are actually now entertaining too. Food prices are usually higher at attractions but it wasn’t necessarily here at all and the food quality was actually pretty good. I was pleasantly surprised by new experience and would recommend it for any group of people even those with young children. Don’t come as late as we did or you might miss many attractions.
Written 20 January 2024
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Oscardog16
Adelaide, Australia2,097 contributions
Sept 2022
The night predators show had no visible human intervention and displayed the animals parading across the stage in search of food. They did not have to peform any tricks to receive the food they found.
The lions and tigers performed movements and behaviours that would be expected in the wild (i.e. they were not required to jump through burning hoops). The trainers were patient with the animals and did not threaten them to perform. One tiger refused to roll over on command and the trainer simply requested the role on 3 to 4 occasions before the Tiger rolled over. The tram travelling through the night Safari area was excellent and animals approached the tram without enticement or fear.
The ticket reception highlights your ticket as to the relavant timing of each show or attraction during your visit. The times can be varied. We wanted time to walk the Jaguar trail during daylight hours and asked for different times to accommodate this walk. They only permit one use of each tram or show. We would highly recommend this attraction when visiting Chiang Mai.
The lions and tigers performed movements and behaviours that would be expected in the wild (i.e. they were not required to jump through burning hoops). The trainers were patient with the animals and did not threaten them to perform. One tiger refused to roll over on command and the trainer simply requested the role on 3 to 4 occasions before the Tiger rolled over. The tram travelling through the night Safari area was excellent and animals approached the tram without enticement or fear.
The ticket reception highlights your ticket as to the relavant timing of each show or attraction during your visit. The times can be varied. We wanted time to walk the Jaguar trail during daylight hours and asked for different times to accommodate this walk. They only permit one use of each tram or show. We would highly recommend this attraction when visiting Chiang Mai.
Written 2 October 2022
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Maya G
10 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
They charge tourists more than twice what Thai citizens pay, yet they don't bother to have proper English translation for any of the attractions.
The schedule is very tight and we were rushed from one show to another.
The shows were very disappointing and the animals seemed dozed.
Definitely not a must-have experience.
The schedule is very tight and we were rushed from one show to another.
The shows were very disappointing and the animals seemed dozed.
Definitely not a must-have experience.
Written 15 September 2022
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Rainer H
Lamphun, Thailand7 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
You drive in open-sided vehicles (trailer + trailer) through the park past animal enclosures with all kinds of predators and sacrificial animals from Asia and Africa. Often you don't see much of the animals, but the darkness creates a certain tension. If necessary, LED headlights are switched on on the side, which must really blind the animals. The whole thing leaves you with mixed feelings and a hole in your wallet. It's not really convincing. It's certainly exciting for children. At almost 1000 baht per person, it's one of the most expensive events in the country, and for normal Thais it's only feasible if a company sponsors discounts. Sacrificial animals and predators are directly opposite each other, separated only by the road. The diesel engines stink unfiltered into the park's natural surroundings.
Written 25 November 2023
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Livie S
90 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Although this is a great zoo to go round on the truck at night we didn’t realise it was not ethical as our hotel didn’t not tell us. The tiger show especially was hard to watch as the tigers were clearly scared of the keepers and we then regret going. There is hardly anywhere to get food. The water show is okay and it’s nice to see so many animals but a lot of the pens were really small and when you drive past they shine a light in the animals faces.
Not sure I would recommend giving money to a organisation like this if I knew before I went. The elephant and bear were also trained to wave at us which is clearly not natural.
Not sure I would recommend giving money to a organisation like this if I knew before I went. The elephant and bear were also trained to wave at us which is clearly not natural.
Written 21 March 2024
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Hi, How can I book the night safari for Feb 3rd evening from stay with nimman chiang mai hotel? I would need pickup and drop off at the hotel as well. Thank you.
Written 20 January 2020
Honestly I wouldn't recommend booking at all it's overpriced and horrible
Written 7 February 2020
Oi, alguém sabe me dizer se durante o safari noturno, podemos tirar fotos com os animais?
No tripadvisor aparece algumas fotos de pessoas com coruja, cobras e até um porco espinho....
Qual a melhor forma de adquirir o ingresso? por site direto ou por agência de viagens tem algum desconto?
Iremos em janeiro 2018
Written 29 October 2017
I would get a ticket via a tourist office which includes a guide. He will make your trip there far quicker and more efficient.
Yes, you can take photos throughout the trip. Whilst animals cannot be guaranteed, you are sure to see plenty. You can take food to entice them, too.
Written 31 October 2017
What makes this place a "Chiang Mai Night Safari is a vocational study center building the concept of environmental foresty and wild life conservation."
It's just a zoo isn't it?
Written 2 October 2017
It's a nice marketing mumbo-jumbo phrase, that's for sure. And here we wonder how cynicism came to be.
To be fair it is more than a zoo, and seeing animals in surroundings closer to their natural habitats is something.
Also there are some activities aiming at educating and conservating. But yes, it is a zoo, and a touristy one, too. But animals are much healthier than most Thai zoos.
Written 3 October 2017
Hii keith,
where can i buy a ticket ? n it's included transfer hotel ti safari?
Written 23 January 2017
I paid 700thb at a vendor near the night market for entrance to everything and transport.
Written 12 January 2017
I'm wondering how those who experienced the Night Safari felt after their experience and knowing the program to be conceived and run by what appears to be an environmental group which receives the revenue? It makes an analogy like Ralph Nader driving a diesel crew cab 4x4, never changing oil and filter.
Written 30 January 2015
Not an environmental driven park at all.
Also, your experience may vary at this place; we did not like it, as many aspects of it is poorly managed.
Written 30 January 2015
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