AVIARIES NAKHON RATCHASIMA

Bonanza Exotic Zoo is a compact yet diverse wildlife park located near Khao Yai in Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand. Spread across more than 160,000 square metres of rolling terrain, the zoo is home to over 50 exotic species including white tigers, giraffes, zebras, camels, deer, orangutans, crocodiles, alpacas, meerkats, and lion cubs. Visitors stroll along a roughly 700-metre walking path encircling a small mountain and can participate in hands-on feeding experiences with many of the resident animals. The relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and affordable entry make Bonanza Exotic Zoo a popular day-trip option for those exploring the Khao Yai region.

Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo, also known as Korat Zoo, is a sprawling zoological park covering over 218 acres approximately 20 kilometers south of Nakhon Ratchasima city in northeastern Thailand. Established in 1989 and opened to the public in 1996, the zoo operates under the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand under Royal Patronage and is home to more than 1,500 animals from around 200 species. Visitors can explore a range of themed zones including the African Zone, Predator Kingdom, and Nocturnal Animals exhibits, observing elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinoceroses, and many other species. Animal shows, feeding experiences, a water park, and golf cart or bicycle rentals make the zoo an engaging full-day attraction for families. The zoo is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and welcomes both domestic and international visitors.