Zoos in Vietnam: 13 must-visit places for wildlife lovers

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Vietnam zoos are renowned for their diverse range of animal species (Source: Collected)

1. The top-rated zoos in Vietnam that are worth a visit

1.1. Hanoi Zoo (Hanoi)

• Address: Buoi Street, Ngoc Khanh Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi

• Opening hours: 8.00 am – 6.00 pm

• Ticket price: 

• • Adults (over 1.3m): 50,000 VND/person 

• • Children (under 1.3m): 30,000 VND/person

Hanoi Zoo, also known as Thu Le Park, is one of the most famous zoos in Vietnam. This Hanoi zoo covers over 18 hectares and is set in a beautiful natural landscape with a lake, green hills, and long stretches of land along the shores. The zoo’s animal enclosures are designed to fit well with the natural surroundings, blending in with the trees and water. Located next to the historic Voi Phuc Temple, the zoo is a peaceful place to visit. It also offers fun and educational experiences, including programs on animal conservation, a play area for kids, and a water game zone.

1.2. Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc – The first semi-wild zoo in Vietnam

• Address: Bai Dai Area, Ganh Dau Commune, Phu Quoc Island

• Opening hours: 9.00 am – 4.00 pm

• Ticket price: 

Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest wildlife care and conservation park, features two main areas: an open zoo and a safari park. It offers visitors the unique opportunity to observe animals in habitats that mimic the wild on Phu Quoc Island. 

This best zoo in Vietnam is home to thousands of animals from hundreds of species, including Bengal tigers, African lions, giraffes, zebras, and white rhinos. Visitors can hop on a safari truck to observe wild animals up close, enjoy captivating animal shows, interact with the animals, explore the kid’s zoo, and even dine at a restaurant located right in the heart of the safari. For an even more thrilling adventure, consider experiencing the Phu Quoc night safari. This captivating nocturnal journey will immerse you in the wilderness, where the night reveals a vibrant symphony of sights and sounds.

Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc offers tourists a chance to learn more about animals in Vietnam

Numerous exciting activities await tourists at Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc

After exploring Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, do not miss the nearby VinWonders Phu Quoc, the largest theme park in Vietnam. Here, you can enjoy thrilling rides, vibrant cultural performances, and the beauty of nature. After a day of excitement, it is ideal to unwind in luxury at Vinpearl Phu Quoc, which offers top-notch amenities, stunning views, and exceptional service for you and your loved ones.

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1.3. River Safari Nam Hoi An

• Address: VinWonders Nam Hoi An, Binh Minh Commune, Thang Binh District, Quang Nam Province
• Opening hours: 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
• Ticket price: Included with VinWonders Nam Hoi An admission ticket

Vinpearl River Safari Nam Hoi An is Vietnam’s first semi-wildlife conservation park set along picturesque waterways, offering a unique wildlife exploration experience by boat. As part of VinWonders Nam Hoi An, it features over 500 animals from around 50 species, including exotic creatures from across the globe. The safari includes various wildlife zones, showcasing herbivores like Arabian antelopes, waterfowl such as swans and flamingos, playful primates like black-and-white ruffed lemurs, and powerful predators like Bengal tigers.

River Safari Nam Hoi An is home to numerous rare animals

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1.4. King’s Garden at VinWonders Nha Trang

• Address: VinWonders Nha Trang, Hon Tre Island, Nha Trang

• Opening hours: 8.00 am – 8.00 pm

• Ticket price reference: Included with VinWonders Nha Trang admission ticket

King’s Garden, a part of VinWonders Nha Trang, offers a unique experience with diverse wildlife, including nearly 30 vibrant bird species, friendly giraffes, and hundreds of majestic flamingos. Visitors can also see hippos in deep lakes, Bengal tigers, and enjoy bird performances featuring rare species. After each show, there are opportunities to meet and photograph the talented birds. For further exploration, tourists can use the VinWonders Nha Trang map to discover other nearby destinations.

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1.5. Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens (Ho Chi Minh City)

• Address: No. 2, Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

• Opening hours: 7.00 am – 5.30 pm

• Ticket price reference: 

• • Adult Tickets: 60,000 VND (over 1.3m tall)
  • Child Tickets: 40,000 VND (1m to 1.3m tall)
  • Children under 1m enter free with a parent.

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, often regarded as a living biological museum in Ho Chi Minh City, earns its place as one of the 10 oldest zoos in the world. It boasts an impressive collection of over 1,000 animals, including various mammal, bird, reptile, and insect species spread across seven distinct areas. The botanical garden features 1,800 trees representing 260 species, including 23 types of domestic orchids, 33 species of cacti, and 34 varieties of bonsais.

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2. Other safaris and zoos in Vietnam to see animals

2.1. Jungle Splash Safari (Hanoi)

• Address: Le Trong Tan Street, Hoai Duc District, Hanoi

• Opening hours: 8.00 am – 5.00 pm (From Tuesday to Sunday)

• Entrance fee reference: From 150,000 to 300,000 VND (varies by height and date; the Safari tour fare included in the entrance fee)

Jungle Splash Safari within Bao Son Paradise Park offers an immersive experience in a lush, primeval forest setting, featuring a waterfall complex, bird garden, and mountainous landscapes. This place is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including herbivores, carnivores, birds, and reptiles, creating a diverse and exciting environment. Visitors can engage with the animals up close by feeding them, taking photos, and enjoying other interactive experiences such as taking a cruise to see hundreds of wild animals.

Visitors can enjoy up-close encounters with exotic animals (Source: Collected)

2.2. Dai Nam Zoo (Binh Duong)

• Address: No. 1765A, Binh Duong Boulevard, Hiep An Ward, Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong

• Opening hours: Every day

• Ticket price reference: 

• • Adults: 100,000 VND/ person
  • Children: 50,000 VND/person

Dai Nam Zoo, Vietnam’s first open zoo, offers a natural habitat for 63 animal species, including rare and endangered ones. Visitors can engage in interactive activities like feeding giraffes and taking photos with antelopes. The zoo groups species with similar habitats for natural coexistence. Notably, visitors can also see rare Vietnam’s animals and foreign ones like the white lion, white tiger, and South American squirrel monkey, many appearing in Vietnam for the first time.

2.3. My Quynh Safari (Long An)

• Address: Tan My Ward, Duc Hoa District, Long An Province

• Opening hours: 8.00 am – 5.00 pm, Tuesday to Sunday

• Ticket price reference:  

• • Adults: 100,000 VND/person

• • Children (1-1.4m): 60,000 VND/person

• • Under 1m: Free

My Quynh Safari spans over 50 hectares and features various attractions like a wildlife zoo, water park, games, a bonsai garden, and a koi pond. A highlight of this zoo in Vietnam is the semi-wild zoo tour, where visitors can explore by bus, observing animals like rhinos, white tigers, and birds in their natural habitats. The deer breeding zone is particularly popular, allowing guests to interact with and feed friendly deer.

Conservation efforts at Vietnam zoos are vital for protecting endangered species (Source: Collected)

2.4. Zoo at Dam Sen Park (Ho Chi Minh City)

• Address: 1A Hoa Binh Street, Ward 3, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City

• Opening hours: 

• • Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday – Sunday & Holidays: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM.

• Ticket price reference: 30,000 – 180,000 VND (varies by ticket type and height)

Dam Sen Park, one of the largest parks in Saigon, features a 20,000-square-meter zoo that has successfully bred rare animals listed in the Red Book, including Sumatran orangutans and yellow-cheeked gibbons. It also features an impressive aquarium with diverse marine life, such as the 2-meter Arapaima and sharks. This combination of rare land animals and aquatic species makes the zoo at Dam Sen Park a fascinating destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy exciting animal circus performances at the Dam Sen Park Zoo.

2.5. Zoo at Mongo Land Farm (Lam Dong)

• Address: Group 16, Village 1, Ta Nung Commune, Dalat City

• Opening hours: 7.00 am – 5.00 pm

• Ticket price reference: 60,000 – 120,000 VND (varies by ticket type and height)

Mongo Land Farm is a fantastic zoo, where visitors can interact with rare animals from Mongolia, Tibet, and beyond, including two-humped camels, alpacas, mini goats, sheep, chipmunk squirrels, and guinea pigs. The two-humped camels are a highlight, along with a friendly parrot and budgie area. Visitors can pet, feed, and play with the animals, making it a great experience for everyone in Dalat.

Zoos in Vietnam are ideal for educational outings (Source: Collected)

2.6. Chika Farm (Lam Dong)

• Address: Group 4, Village 2, Ta Nung Commune, Dalat City

• Opening hours: 7.30 am – 5.00 pm

• Ticket price reference: 60,000 – 120,000 VND per ticket (varies by ticket type and height)

Visiting Chika Farm feels like stepping into the peaceful countryside of Europe. Nestled among hills and pine forests, the farm features green lawns and charming red wooden houses. The main attractions are the sheep and Alpaca camels, known for their thick, soft white fur. These gentle and friendly animals are perfect for visitors to play with and enjoy a relaxed, picturesque experience in the heart of Dalat.

2.7. Zoo at Vuon Xoai Ecotourism Park (Dong Nai)

• Address: No. 537, Dinh Quang An Street, Phuoc Tan Ward, Bien Hoa City

• Opening hours: 7.00 am – 5.00 pm

• Entrance fee reference: 
  • 80,000 – 120,000 VND (varies by height and day; the zoo ticket price included in the entrance fee)
  • Free admission for:
    • Seniors 70+ (ID required)
    • Guests under 100cm tall

This is a semi-wild zoo located within the Mango Garden Eco-Tourism Area, featuring a diverse collection of rare animals for conservation, breeding, display, and education. Visitors can encounter a variety of species, including tigers, black panthers, leopards, lions, rhinos, brown bears, antelopes, hyenas, giraffes, sea elephants, along with colorful birds like peacocks, seven-colored pheasants, flamingos, and swans.

Many zoos in Vietnam are designed to mimic natural habitats (Source: Collected)

2.8. ZooDoo (Lam Dong)

• Address: National Road 27C, 94A Sub-district, Da Nhim, Lac Duong

• Opening hours: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm (Accepting guests until 4.00 pm)

• Ticket price reference: 
  • Height from 120cm or above: 150,000 VND/person
  • Height from 90cm – 120cm: 75,000 VND/person
  • Height under 90cm: Free

ZooDoo Dalat is a must-visit destination for animal lovers, offering a one-of-a-kind experience with its Australian-standard zoo model, the only one of its kind in Vietnam. Visitors can explore and interact with a wide variety of animal species while enjoying the serene, green surroundings. This zoo provides a unique opportunity to get close to nature and appreciate the diversity of the animal world.

The growth of eco-friendly practices is a notable trend among modern zoos in Vietnam (Source: Collected)

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Zoos in Vietnam provide exciting opportunities to engage with wildlife and connect with nature. Featuring diverse species and thoughtfully designed environments, these zoos offer educational and entertaining experiences for people of all ages. Visitors can interact closely with animals, learn about conservation, and explore various habitats, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife and nature.

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