Crocodile Farm in Pattaya
Crocodile Farm in Pattaya is the largest reptile farm in Thailand, where different species of crocodiles are raised and exciting crocodile shows are performed. There is a small zoo near the farm and a picturesque Bonsai-style Million-Year Stone Garden.
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Extreme shows at the crocodile farm are led by professional trainers. To get the best seats, spectators start arriving at the pavilion half an hour before the show starts. The best seats are considered to be upstairs and in the center of the auditorium. Those audience members who sit in the front row are forced to watch the show through murky glass barriers. The performances are held 8 times a day – at 9.00, 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.20, 15.30 and 17.00. After the show, travelers can take photos with the large crocodiles for a fee.
.Another popular attraction at the farm is feeding the crocodiles. For 100 baht, anyone can buy a piece of raw chicken attached to a long fishing rod. Keep in mind that the crocodiles at the farm are overfed and do not immediately pounce on chicken meat.
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Most often, tourists arriving at Thai resorts get to the crocodile farm in Pattaya as part of organized tours. Many tour operators offer a trip here as a free bonus excursion. An independent trip to the crocodile farm is more expensive than an organized tour, so travelers prefer to take tours in Pattaya agencies.
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Tours to the farm are 3-4 hours long and cost 450-500 baht. Tourists are picked up from the hotel, on buses or minivans brought to the site and brought back. The tour program includes a walk around the farm, zoo and Million Year Stone Garden, and a spectacular performance with crocodiles. Crocodile farm tours in Pattaya usually take place in the morning. Conveniently, in most travel agencies in the Thai resort excursions can be bought both for cash and with a bank card.
.Zoo
On the territory of the crocodile farm in Pattaya, a zoo is open, where exotic animals and birds live. Many of them can be fed. Near the place where the big friendly elephants are kept, they sell bananas and bottles with milk. These treats are eagerly accepted by both adult elephants and baby elephants. In the enclosures you can see only elephants with cubs. The thing is that adult male elephants, especially during the rutting period, behave more aggressively, so they are kept away from tourists. In the zoo you can take photos with elephants and tigers.
.Stone Park
Next to the cages with reptiles, a beautifully landscaped area called the Million Year Rock Garden is spread out. The well-maintained park of rare plants with artificial reservoirs, waterfalls and large stones with bizarre shapes is always filled with tourists. Trees in the garden create a pleasant shade, so this place is popular with walkers and picnickers.
.How to get there
The Crocodile Farm in Pattaya is located on the northeastern outskirts of the city, just off the highway leading towards Chonburi town. There is no public transportation to get here. To get to the farm, most tourists buy a tour, which includes the entrance fee and transfers to and from the hotel.
.On your own, the crocodile farm can be reached by cab. From the city center, the fare to the farm will cost 300-350 baht one way.
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For those who want to approach the crocodile farm by motorcycle or car, there is a parking lot in front of the entrance. The area is open daily from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. A ticket for adults costs 400 baht and 250 baht for children.
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