Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Khao Kheow Open Zoo
4.5
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Khao Kheow Open Zoo, for over 32 years, has been a cherished resource located in Chonburi Province .The zoo encompasses over 2,000 acres of the Khao Kheow-Khao Chom Puo Wildlife Sanctuary. The zoo grounds are divided into animal habitats (400 acres), public recreational areas (200 acres) and research area (1,400 acres) which is used for the breeding of various endangered species. It is the first zoo in Thailand to become a member of WAZA .
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mark m
2 contributions
Mar 2023
Becareful what they charege you at the entrance, and the golf cart hire. I was charged 80 Baht to bring my car in,yet the website clearly states no charge for vehicles. I was charged an extra 50 Baht for the golf cart also. Not big money,but i hate being scammed.
Written 16 March 2023
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Coastaluff
66 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
We had a lovely day out at the zoo with the kids.
We rented an electric golf cart for around US$10 for two hours. My kids loved the cart.
The kids really loved feeding the animals.
There needs to be an English speaking information desk for when you arrive to tell you where to rent a cart and how to get around. It is a bit confusing at first.
I suggest first taking the tour bus around the zoo. It costs around US$1 per persons and takes 15 mins. This way, you know how everything works and where everything is before heading off on a cart.
We rented an electric golf cart for around US$10 for two hours. My kids loved the cart.
The kids really loved feeding the animals.
There needs to be an English speaking information desk for when you arrive to tell you where to rent a cart and how to get around. It is a bit confusing at first.
I suggest first taking the tour bus around the zoo. It costs around US$1 per persons and takes 15 mins. This way, you know how everything works and where everything is before heading off on a cart.
Written 25 December 2022
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Louis J
Dublin, Ireland55 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
This place was a zoo but now is a disaster. Most of the animals are not there anymore. Lots of wild monkeys and lots of empty animal pens. I hope that someday they restock it, as it was great 4 years ago.
Written 15 August 2022
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034S_uwisa
Ko Kret, Thailand8 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
The zoo here is big with a lot of animals and it's the best place to visit. Each zone is divided into proportions. There is a free tram. I recommend the zoo here. Children like it
Written 18 January 2022
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Rampi M
24 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
Awesome place Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi. Not very crowded during the COVID pandemic. Have open golf cart style cars to drive around inside the Chonburi zoo. 2 sizes of carts. Also a free open bigger open car to take you around.
They do not allow you to feed the animals. Monkeys in some areas so mind your belongings.
Quite a few coffee shops inside the Khao Kheow Zoo.
Worth a visit with the kids. Carry some food if you happen to be fussy about eating. 😁
They do not allow you to feed the animals. Monkeys in some areas so mind your belongings.
Quite a few coffee shops inside the Khao Kheow Zoo.
Worth a visit with the kids. Carry some food if you happen to be fussy about eating. 😁
Written 21 December 2021
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MobileReviewsEm
Pattaya, Thailand46 contributions
Jan 2021
The best zoo in Thailand ! Good conditions and space, animals seem happy ! Please visit to support animals, they need food !
Written 11 January 2021
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Healinglife
Si Racha, Thailand29 contributions
Nov 2019
Feed Lions and Tigers and Jaguars!!! I mean common! And feed Hippos and even pat Rinos!! I felt like a kid and was giddy all over. It is in a large mountainous area so it is better for the animals than most zoos. Some animals roam free as well. They save elephants who were mistreated as well, and you can hang out with chimps and orangutans.
Only negatives is it is always sad to see large cats in captivity because they would love to run. The other animals seem like their space is not too bad. Also the food there is limited and terrible so bring some snacks!
Only negatives is it is always sad to see large cats in captivity because they would love to run. The other animals seem like their space is not too bad. Also the food there is limited and terrible so bring some snacks!
Written 22 October 2020
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Rm3210123
1 contribution
Jul 2020 • Family
This zoo was good when you could use cars and would be good if you could use them now. Sadly they have used covid to change the rules so you have to use golf carts (500b for 2 hours) or the bus. I used the bus on a school trip and it's fun so we decided on that.
It should be noted that if this change is for covid it is nonsense. The car is much more secure covid wise, the buses no social distancing and the carts werent cleaned on handover.
This change might work theoretically but when it started raining we were dumped at a 7/11 without warning or information. It is wet season, it rains every day, but there is no plan. 30 minutes later I found the pr office on the complex we were dumped in and asked why we were stood there. Rain. Why cant we use cars? Laugh, no answer. (Real answer - short term profits).
So the 3 options were to hire a cart with no sides to drive on wet mountainous roads and get wet, rely on a bus that would dump us if the black clouds opened or go home. We walked about 1km downhill to the car parks (no signposts where the car parks are) and got wet again.
This zoo is designed for cars. If the website had advised of the changes we wouldn't have gone as it's obvious it wont work. They arent advertised as they know it's obvious. We wont be going back until cars are allowed.
It should be noted that if this change is for covid it is nonsense. The car is much more secure covid wise, the buses no social distancing and the carts werent cleaned on handover.
This change might work theoretically but when it started raining we were dumped at a 7/11 without warning or information. It is wet season, it rains every day, but there is no plan. 30 minutes later I found the pr office on the complex we were dumped in and asked why we were stood there. Rain. Why cant we use cars? Laugh, no answer. (Real answer - short term profits).
So the 3 options were to hire a cart with no sides to drive on wet mountainous roads and get wet, rely on a bus that would dump us if the black clouds opened or go home. We walked about 1km downhill to the car parks (no signposts where the car parks are) and got wet again.
This zoo is designed for cars. If the website had advised of the changes we wouldn't have gone as it's obvious it wont work. They arent advertised as they know it's obvious. We wont be going back until cars are allowed.
Written 28 July 2020
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Matt D
1 contribution
Jul 2020 • Solo
I stand against animal abuse which this zoo practices on its poor animals such as their elephants who have their ears pulled amongst other practices to perform in their elephant swimming show.
Written 7 July 2020
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228JoC
Benfleet, UK15 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi Thailand are forcing their Elephants to swim under water as an
entertainment display for paying tourists. This practice is extremely cruel to the Elephants as their trunks act as a snorkel when they are in water, but if they are fully submerged then they are at huge risk of drowning.
entertainment display for paying tourists. This practice is extremely cruel to the Elephants as their trunks act as a snorkel when they are in water, but if they are fully submerged then they are at huge risk of drowning.
Written 10 January 2020
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David_H_BKK
Bangkok, Thailand125 contributions
Are there any real trekking trails around Khao Kheow? For example a hike to the peak or a 2hr+ walk around the nature reserve with viewpoints? Looking for hike options closer to BKK or Pattaya.
Max
Bangkok, Thailand119 contributions
Jast a historical cave that spend time about 30 min and it is close to the canal, no hiking
destiny
6 contributions
If I were to rent a car with driver to visit the zoo. Does we need to pay entrance fee for the driver?
Ksenia C
Thailand19 contributions
If you wanna go inside the zoo with this car, then, yes, u have to buy the ticket for the driver also. But for thai people it will be cheaper then for foreigners. Other option is to rent a golf car inside the zoo, but it will be definitely more expensive, than pay a tocket for a driver. And the main thing: go buy tickets by yourself, dont let the driver do that. Otherwise, the driver can name you the higher price and get commission from the zoo.
LBG_BKK
Hong Kong, China37 contributions
Klook has option purchase tickets with lunch buffet. Is lunch buffet the only option? Are there restaurant or cafe inside zoo we can order food? Thanks!
if i enter this zoo with personal car(taxi) instead of golf cart,
how much is it cost?
is it free for vehicle except adult&child fee?
changyoonk
Jeju Island, South Korea102 contributions
Sorry! We just used the cart, so I don't know if they cost you when using your own car including taxis.
Bob R
Rehovot, Israel87 contributions
How long would you spend there? how does it compare to the sriacha tiger zoo?
Vinty K
Kolkata (Calcutta), India30 contributions
in my opinion around 2-3 hours would be sufficient, if you are planning to walk through the zoo then it's different as that may take more time. we took a golf cart so you'll have to book for your required duration accordingly.
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warang44
Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand493 contributions
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Mercedes V
1 contribution
Is it true you guys force elephants to swim? To do a show by forcing them and pulling their ears... Scare them, abuse them with bullhooks?
Laura B
Rotterdam, The Netherlands2 contributions
Yes, it terrible..
KHAO KHEOW OPEN ZOO (Si Racha) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Khao Kheow Open Zoo
- Khao Kheow Open Zoo is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Hotels near Khao Kheow Open Zoo:
- (14.97 km) Oakwood Hotel and Residence Sriracha
- (15.83 km) Novotel Sriracha & Koh Si Chang Marina Bay
- (13.91 km) Balcony Seaside Sriracha Hotel & Serviced Apartments
- (14.70 km) Citadines Grand Central Sri Racha
- (14.03 km) Balcony Courtyard Sriracha Hotel & Serviced Apartments
- Restaurants near Khao Kheow Open Zoo:
- (14.34 km) Mum Aroi
- (14.52 km) California Steak Restaurant
- (4.67 km) Talay Blue
- (14.87 km) Le Marin Restaurant
- (14.54 km) Swensens
- Attractions near Khao Kheow Open Zoo:
- (2.14 km) Khao Kheow Country Club
- (6.72 km) Bang Pra Reservoir
- (10.42 km) J Park
- (14.94 km) Nong Mon Market
- (15.02 km) HarborLand @Tukcom Sriracha