Zoos, farms, and safaris
in Hua Hin and Cha-Am
in Hua Hin and Cha-Am
The best places for family vacations, animal encounters, and exciting experiences.
Hua Hin and neighboring Cha-Am are not only known for their beaches, markets, and cafes, but also for being a paradise for animal lovers. Here, you'll find everything from petting farms to cozy mini-zoos, safari shows, amusement parks, and even ethical elephant and wildlife sanctuaries. We've compiled a list of the top 7 places that families with children and anyone looking for a fun and exciting day out should visit.
Hua Hin and neighboring Cha-Am are not only known for their beaches, markets, and cafes, but also for being a paradise for animal lovers. Here, you'll find everything from petting farms to cozy mini-zoos, safari shows, amusement parks, and even ethical elephant and wildlife sanctuaries. We've compiled a list of the top 7 places that families with children and anyone looking for a fun and exciting day out should visit.
Hua Hin Safari & Adventure Park
Format: safari park and show
What awaits you:
📍 Address: Soi Moo Baan Hua Na, Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: 08:00–17:00
🎟 For whom: fans of spectacular shows and active entertainment
What awaits you:
- Enclosures with giraffes, zebras, and other animals
- Shows with crocodiles, snakes, tigers, and elephants
- Jeep safari to the giraffes
- Daily programs (elephants, tigers, crocodiles — different times)
📍 Address: Soi Moo Baan Hua Na, Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: 08:00–17:00
🎟 For whom: fans of spectacular shows and active entertainment
Hua Hin Safari & Adventure Park
Camel Republic (Cha-Am)
Format: a Moroccan-style animal and amusement park
What awaits you:
📍 Address: , Cha-Am (30 minutes from Hua Hin)
🕒 Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat–Sun 09:30–18:00 (Wednesday is a day off)
🎟 For whom: families who want both pets and entertainment at the same time
What awaits you:
- Camels, capibaras, alpacas, flamingos, and rare birds
- Contact feeding areas
- A variety of attractions for children and adults
- 4D cinema
📍 Address: , Cha-Am (30 minutes from Hua Hin)
🕒 Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat–Sun 09:30–18:00 (Wednesday is a day off)
🎟 For whom: families who want both pets and entertainment at the same time
Camel Republic (Ча-Ам)
Swiss Sheep Farm / Zucata Sheep Farm (Cha-Am)
Format: a European farm with a cozy atmosphere
What awaits you:
📍 Address: Cha-Am
🕒 Opening hours: 09:00–18:00
🎟 For whom: families with small children, and those who prefer a relaxing vacation
What awaits you:
- Sheep, goats, horses, rabbits, and turtles
- Beautiful Alpine-style photo zones
- The opportunity to feed the animals and take photos
📍 Address: Cha-Am
🕒 Opening hours: 09:00–18:00
🎟 For whom: families with small children, and those who prefer a relaxing vacation
Hua Hin Safari & Adventure Park
Malai Farm (Cha-Am)
Format: a small family-run contact farm
What awaits you:
📍 Address: Cha-Am, 30 minutes from Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: 08:00–17:30
🎟 For whom: families with children who enjoy a leisurely vacation and close interaction with animals
What awaits you:
- Goats, sheep, buffaloes, rabbits, and ornamental birds
- A terrarium with exotic reptiles
- A cozy area for walking and photo shoots
📍 Address: Cha-Am, 30 minutes from Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: 08:00–17:30
🎟 For whom: families with children who enjoy a leisurely vacation and close interaction with animals
Malai Farm
Hutsadin Elephant Foundation (Hua Hin)
Format: a shelter for rescued elephants
What awaits you:
📍 Address: Nongplub Rd, Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: 09:00–16:00
🎟 For whom: those who choose conscious tourism and animal care
What awaits you:
- Feeding, walking, and swimming with elephants
- Educational tours about animal care
- Important: horseback riding has been canceled, and the focus is on ethical interaction
📍 Address: Nongplub Rd, Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: 09:00–16:00
🎟 For whom: those who choose conscious tourism and animal care
Hutsadin Elephant Foundation
Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT)
Format: Wildlife Rescue Center and Elephant Sanctuary.
What awaits you:
📍 Address: 1 hour from Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: daily, by appointment
🎟 For whom: tourists who care about the environment and animal protection
What awaits you:
- Rescued elephants, monkeys, tigers, bears, and exotic birds
- Half-day and full-day tours available for booking
- Educational programs for adults and children
📍 Address: 1 hour from Hua Hin
🕒 Opening hours: daily, by appointment
🎟 For whom: tourists who care about the environment and animal protection
Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand
Travel tips
- Check the schedule and prices on the official websites before your trip — information may change
- Take cash to buy food and souvenirs
- Sun protection is mandatory: hat, glasses, and sunscreen
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