Namuang Safari Park
Namuang Safari Park on Koh Samui is in a rather isolated section of the island and resides down a long beaten track in the forest. The website proclaims a series of eco-tours dedicated to bringing visitors close to nature. These include baby elephant bathing, elephant trekking, an elephant show, a crocodile show and tiger and leopard photos. Staff were generally unfriendly, simply doing their job regarding the animals, though no overt acts of cruelty were noted.
Overview
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Interactions
Tiger-tourist interactions often involve unnatural behaviors and environments that can lead to welfare issues. If you're looking for ethical and welfare-friendly tiger experiences, avoid places offering interactions.
Welfare Indicators
Nutrition
N/a
No water provided
Limited diet
Physical Environment
Shelter and shade provided
No vegetation
Small enclosure size
No pond
Concrete substrate
Health
No signs of injury
Some signs of pain
Behavioural Interactions
N/a
No enrichment
No privacy
No complexity
Fully restrained
High levels of abnormal repetitive behaviours
Aggressive staff handling
Loud ongoing noise
Mental State
Lively
Bored
Frustrated
Feaful
Tense
What we are doing to help
At this time we are raising awareness for the situation of the captive tigers in Thailand through education of the public and through a number of different petitions.
Head to our Petition zone to see how you can help.