Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

This is an interactive wildlife park, not your average zoo where you just walk past glass walls. Here, it's all about getting close to the animals, feeding them, taking photos, and being near them, rather than just peering through a moat. If that idea makes you uncomfortable—and it does for some travelers—this morning might not be for you. But if you have children who want to actively participate, it's a sure thing.

Plan to spend either half a day or a full day there. The site is outdoors, and you'll be doing a lot of walking. Therefore, the difference between arriving at 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM in March in Thailand is significant. Mornings are cooler, and the animals are more active. Afternoons are hot, quiet, and crowded at popular wildlife encounters. The site is located in Bang Lamung, off the main road in Pattaya, so plan to take a taxi or songthaew (shared taxi) to and from the site rather than walking.