Chiang Mai
Night Safari
Chiang Mai Night Safari is situated 30 minutes outside of Chiang Mai. It is only open from around 5pm and offers a range of activities to see a large number of different animals. It is a strange amalgamation of improvements, modern ideas and old-school entertainment. The tigers residing there have varying levels of welfare depending on which section of the park they are part of, as there is a zoo zone comprising of small cages and various shows and a safari zone with large natural enclosures and free-roaming animals. Some years there are cubs which does result in a cub feeding programme.
Overview
2.8
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 provided
Very clean
No pond provided
No vegetation
Small enclosure size
Poor ventilation
No access to sunlight
Health
Adequate body condition
Declawed
Signs of inbreeding
Some minor injuries
Behavioural Interactions
Interaction between tigers is possible
No enrichment
No privacy
Lacks complexity
Unable to explore
Aggressive staff handling
Mental State
Relaxed
Bored
Tense
Fearful
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.
