About Safari World
Safari World is a large open zoo and leisure park in Khlong Sam Wa District, northeastern Bangkok. Divided into Safari Park, an 8-kilometer drive-through area with free-roaming animals, and Marine Park, with animal shows and exhibits. Opened in 1988, it houses giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers, dolphins and orangutans. Known for its drive-through safari, giraffe feeding terrace and scheduled shows, it is one of Bangkok's most visited family attractions.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore two main zones: Safari Park, a drive-through area viewed from private car or park coach with free-roaming giraffes, zebras, camels, lions and tigers, and Marine Park, a walkable zone with animal exhibits, aviaries, giraffe feeding terrace, and scheduled shows including dolphin, sea lion, orangutan and bird shows. The park has paved walkways, shaded show stadiums, restaurants, souvenir shops and photo areas.
Key highlights
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8 km drive-through Safari Park with free-roaming herbivores and predators
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Marine Park with dolphin, sea lion, orangutan and bird shows
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Giraffe feeding terrace with close interaction
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River Safari and jungle cruise attractions
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Wide variety of animals including giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers and elephants
History of Safari World
Opened on 17 February 1988 as Thailand's first drive-through safari park, covering about 480 acres. Marine Park was added in 1989, expanding the complex into a combined safari and marine leisure park and one of Bangkok's largest private zoos.
Culture & Context
Functions as a major family leisure and educational attraction showcasing wildlife conservation and animal presentations for domestic and international visitors.
Route
| By air | Via Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang International Airport, then road transfer |
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| By road |