virginiafish

My family is going to both Chiang Mai and Singapore. I was wondering for those who have been to both, which night safari is the better one? Thanks for your help!

Kathie

The night safari in Singapore is renowned to be one of the best in the world. I've not heard of the one in CHiang Mai.

Craig

Never heard of the one in CM. If you have been on a "real" safari (in Africa), you will not be impressed with the one in Singapore - otherwise it will be worthwhile...

virginiafish

I've heard the animals are not treated well at the Chiang Mai night safari. Does anyone on this forum know that to be true?

Craig

Just posted the same time as you - see above.

marmot

I don't know anything about the one in Chiang Mai so can't compare, but I'm very fond of the Singapore Night Safari. It's more zoo with a gimmick than safari, but still a rewarding experience.

A few observations:

Go later when the crowds thin out. Around 9ish it gets very quiet.

Use the train (tram? I can't remember what they call it) to cover distance, then get off and walk. It's Singapore, it's safe. The little pathways are dark and intimate, and you really get up close and personal with the animals.

Have a meal or a snack overlooking the giraffes. Not a culinary highpoint, but surely one of the more delightfully absurd experiences in Asia.

I've been there 3 or 4 times and have never yet managed to see a tarsier.

MichaelBKK

Generally speaking, animals in captivity in Thailand are not treated well. They may not be abused outright, but they are expected to perform for the humans. I have yet to come away from any animal 'attraction' in the country without feeling a little depressed.