Vinpearl Safari, Kien Giang

Overview

Best months: Nov - Apr (dry season, animals most active in cooler temperatures).
Best time of day: Visit early morning (9-11 AM) or late afternoon (from 3 PM) - midday heat drives animals into shade.
Entry fee: 850,000 VND adults. 650,000 VND (children 100-140cm and seniors 60+). Free for children under 1m. Electric buggy tour: ~100,000 VND/person (shared) or 1,500,000 VND/60 min private with guide (up to 7 people).
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
Address: Gành Dầu, Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang

Things to Know

Crowds: Peak hours cause long queues at the safari bus entrance. Arrive at 9 AM opening and go to the safari zone before the bird show to beat the crowd. Animal food often sells out by noon.
Difficulty: Park is walkable - not excessively large. Electric buggy available (~100,000 VND shared) for those who prefer not to walk in the heat. Stroller accessibility limited in some sections.
Safety: Never use camera flash near animals. Follow staff instructions at all enclosures.
Accessibility: Mostly walkable with paved paths. Electric buggy available but does not stop at all enclosures. Some stairs with limited alternative routes.
Seasonal: Best Nov-Apr. Visit 9-11 AM or from 3 PM - midday heat makes animals inactive. Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons have no bird show.

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About This Place

What Makes Vinpearl Safari Special

Vinpearl Safari opened in 2015 as Vietnam's first open-format wildlife park, covering 380 hectares in the northern part of Phú Quốc Island. The park houses over 3,000 animals from 150 species across two main zones: an open safari area accessible by bus, where African megafauna - lions, giraffes, white rhinos, zebras, wildebeest, and hippos - roam in large semi-open enclosures; and a walking zoo area with smaller animals, primate enclosures, bird aviaries, and a reptile house.

The white rhino population is one of the most significant in Southeast Asia, with the park participating in international breeding programmes for the southern white rhino. The overall standard is notably higher than most Vietnamese zoos, with larger enclosures and more natural habitat design.

How to Get There

How to Get to Vinpearl Safari

Vinpearl Safari is in the northern part of Phú Quốc Island near Gành Dầu, about 20km from Dương Đông town. By motorbike, approximately 30 minutes from the central tourist area. Taxi or Grab available from most resort areas. The free Vinbus (route 17) connects the southern and northern parts of the island - show your VinSafari or VinWonders ticket to board free.

What to Expect

What to Expect at Vinpearl Safari

Entry includes an open safari bus tour through the large mammal zones - the bus drives through enclosures with animals able to approach at close range. The walking zoo section covers primate areas (orangutans, gibbons), big cat enclosures, bird aviary, hippo pool, and a children's farm. A small aquarium is also included. The park is walkable and not excessively large, but the heat makes the electric buggy worth considering.

Allow a full morning or afternoon - 3-4 hours minimum. Bird shows run at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM (Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons have no show - check before visiting). Midday is the worst time for animal activity - most retreat into shade when temperatures peak.

Travel Tips

Travel Tips for Vinpearl Safari

Is it worth 850,000 VND?

Yes for: families with children, wildlife enthusiasts, or anyone who wants a genuine open-safari experience without travelling to Africa. The white rhino programme and the variety of African megafauna make it stand out from typical Southeast Asian zoos.

Less compelling for: backpackers or travellers with only 1-2 days on the island who prioritise beaches and snorkeling.

VinSafari vs VinWonders: Combo tickets exist but doing both in one day is a rush. Each park fills a full day properly - split them if your itinerary allows.

Suggested route: - 9 AM: Enter and head directly to the open safari bus zone before the crowd from the bird show arrives - 10 AM: Bird show (sit middle front rows) - 11 AM - 12 PM: Walking zoo - primates, big cats, reptile house - 12-1 PM: Lunch inside the park - 1-3 PM: Remaining zones, animal feeding - 3 PM onward: Animals become more active again as heat drops

Insider Tips

Based on real traveler experiences and commonly mentioned advice from multiple visitors.

Go to the safari bus zone first - before the bird show, not after. Most visitors do it backwards and wait 15-20 minutes in the bus queue.
Bring cash for animal feeding food (giraffe, elephant, lemur feed) - some stands don't accept cards and food sells out by noon
Never use flash when photographing animals
Arrive at opening (9 AM) - queues for the safari bus and popular enclosures get long quickly, especially in peak season
Go to the open safari bus zone BEFORE the bird show - most visitors watch the bird show first then head to the safari, creating long bus queues. Do it in reverse to beat the crowd.
Bird show times: 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM (~30 minutes each). Note: Tuesday and Wednesday have no afternoon show - check the schedule before visiting. Sit in the middle front rows for the closest bird fly-overs.
Best visiting windows: 9-11 AM or from 3 PM onward. Midday heat drives animals into shade and they become inactive.
Buy tickets online in advance (check Klook) - avoids the gate queue and sometimes cheaper
Bring your own umbrella - sun exposure is significant in open zones and umbrellas sold inside cost up to 290,000 VND
Mosquito repellent recommended - the safari zone has dense tree cover
Never use flash when photographing animals
Electric buggy available for ~100,000 VND/person (shared) or 1,500,000 VND/hour private with guide (up to 7 people) - the park is walkable but the buggy is useful in the heat
The white rhino enclosure is conservation-significant - Vinpearl participates in international southern white rhino breeding programmes
Free Vinbus (route 17) runs between the southern and northern parts of the island. Show your VinSafari or VinWonders ticket to board free.
VinWonders combo tickets are available but each park deserves a full dedicated day - rushing both into one visit reduces the experience significantly.

FAQ

Common questions from travelers who've visited this place.

Is VinSafari worth the 850,000 VND entry fee?

Worth it for families with children, wildlife enthusiasts, or travellers spending 3-5 days on the island. The open safari format and white rhino programme make it genuinely different from a standard zoo. Less compelling for visitors with only 1-2 days focused on beaches and snorkeling.

What is the best order to visit attractions?

Go to the open safari bus zone first (before the bird show). Most visitors watch the bird show first then head to the safari, creating long bus queues. Reverse this order to avoid the wait. Bird shows: 10 AM and 2 PM (no afternoon show Tuesday or Wednesday).

Can I do both VinSafari and VinWonders in one day?

Combo tickets are available but not recommended. Each park easily fills a full day - rushing both into one visit means you don't do either properly. Split them into two separate days if your itinerary allows.

Can I feed the animals?

Yes - giraffe, elephant, and lemur feeding is available by purchasing food on-site with cash. Food often sells out by noon, especially for giraffe and elephant feeding.

Nearby Locations

VinWonders Phú Quốc4.1 km8 min by motorbike Rạch Vẹm Fishing Village & Starfish Beach5.5 km11 min by motorbike Phú Quốc Night Market15.4 km31 min by motorbike Bai Truong (Long Beach)22.4 km45 min by motorbike Hàm Ninh Fishing Village24.2 km48 min by motorbike Hộ Quốc Pagoda29.4 km59 min by motorbike

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