Open Zoo & Safari Park
Overview
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Despite being just down the road in Kanchanaburi from the Tiger Temple, the Safari Park has managed to remain relatively unknown to the International community. This is somewhat surprising seeing as it adopts many of the same practices as the Temple, and also many far worse. There are a range of animals there including lions, leopards, tigers, giraffes and zebras with varying levels of welfare throughout the park.
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
Very clean
No vegetation
Small enclosure size
No pond
Lacks shelter and shade
Concrete floor
Solitary housing
Health
N/a
Poor body condition
Declawed
Signs of pain
Signs of injury
Signs of inbreeding
Behavioural Interactions
N/a
No enrichment
No privacy
Lacks complexity
Low levels of abnormal repetitive behaviours
Mental State
Sociable
Bored
Frustrated
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.