Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park

I came for the animals but left loving the plants. The tropical plant collection is amazing, and the views of the countryside from the higher paths are stunning. Staff were helpful and the place felt uncrowded on a weekday. Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park is definitely worth the trip from Haikou.

Took our two kids here and they are still talking about it. The little train around the park was a hit, and feeding the tortoises was the highlight. Be prepared to walk a lot and bring sunscreen, but the shady trees made it comfortable. A perfect family day out!

This park is a hidden gem! Seeing the pandas up close in such a lush tropical setting was magical. The safari drive with lions and bears felt thrilling but safe. I’d absolutely recommend coming early and taking your time – it’s worth every yuan.

We spent half a day here during our Haikou trip. The pandas are adorable and the tropical vegetation is gorgeous, but some enclosures looked a little tired and the shuttle bus schedule wasn’t clear. Still a good experience, just not perfect.

Honestly, it’s a mixed bag. The drive-through section is cool, but many of the walking paths are rough and the signage in English is almost nonexistent. We had trouble finding restrooms and the food court was overpriced. If you’ve been to a good safari park before, you might leave a bit underwhelmed.

This place really surprised me — in the best way. I wasn't expecting such a well-maintained wildlife park in this area. The botanical garden section is gorgeous, and the animals seem well cared for. I spotted a mother monkey carrying her baby, and the zookeepers were clearly attentive to the animals' needs. The paths are stroller-friendly, which was a bonus. Also, the pineapple and coconut snacks at the small cafe were delicious! Definitely one of the best stops on my Hainan trip.

What a gem! We came for the pandas and stayed for everything else. The two pandas are adorable, and the viewing area is set up really well so you can see them clearly without crowds pushing. The wildlife park also has a great collection of Hainan's native species, including some beautiful tropical birds and monkeys that I've never seen anywhere else. The guide on the shuttle was super informative and made the visit even better. Only wish we had arrived earlier — there's so much to see. Will definitely come back.

Absolutely loved this place! It's more than just a zoo — it's a lush tropical experience. The shaded walkways made it comfortable even in the humid heat, and I loved hearing the gibbons calling early in the day. The bird show was genuinely fun and not too gimmicky. The panda enclosure is world-class with lots of space and cool bamboo structures. I ended up spending over five hours here and could have stayed longer. Highly recommend taking the guided bus up to the top and walking down through the exhibits.

A decent day out with the kids, though not spectacular. The giant pandas were the highlight — they were both awake and munching on bamboo, which was great. But the walking paths between exhibits are poorly signed and we accidentally ended up in the botanical garden section twice. The staff at the entrance were friendly, but some of the food stalls near the center were overpriced and slow. If you have little ones, the little train ride is a must, but I'd suggest going in the morning before it gets hot and crowded.

Honestly, I wanted to love this place but left a bit underwhelmed. The grounds are huge and the setting is nice, but a lot of the animals were hiding or sleeping when we visited around 11am. We waited 25 minutes for a shuttle that was supposed to come every 10 minutes, and one of the reptile houses smelled really bad and felt neglected. It's not terrible, but for the entry price I expected better upkeep and more active animals. If you go, go early and bring snacks.

Went on a weekday morning and practically had the place to ourselves! The highlight for me was the primate section — saw gibbons swinging and howler monkeys making a racket. The zoo is well-maintained and the animals seem well-cared for. Only minor gripe: the map is a bit confusing and some paths lead to dead ends. Still, an unforgettable day. Will definitely return!

Hands down one of the best wildlife parks in Asia! The tropical setting makes it feel like you're really in the animals' habitat. We took the guided buggy tour and learned so much about their conservation efforts. The highlight was watching the elephants take a bath — so playful! Clean facilities, reasonable ticket price, and plenty of shade along the paths. Highly recommend.

Absolutely incredible experience! We spent the whole day here and didn't want to leave. The white tigers are stunning, and the walk-through aviary was magical — parrots flying all around you. The staff were friendly and let us pet the baby crocodiles (under supervision, of course!). Perfect for families or solo nature lovers. 10/10 would come back.

Decent place to spend a few hours if you're in the area. The bird show was surprisingly entertaining, and my daughter loved the giraffe feeding. However, the signage is mostly in Chinese with barely any English translations, so we missed a lot of info. Also, the food options are pretty limited and overpriced. Worth a visit, but don't expect a world-class safari experience.

Honestly a bit underwhelming for the price. The animals looked healthy enough, but the enclosures felt cramped and outdated. We went on a weekend and it was way too crowded — couldn't even get a good view of the tigers. The kids were bored after an hour. Not terrible, but I've seen better zoos for half the cost.

Honestly disappointed. Paid a pretty high entrance fee but the food options were overpriced and really low quality. The advertised animal show was cancelled without any notice, and half the souvenir shops were closed. The only highlight was the giraffe feeding, but otherwise felt like a rip-off. Wouldn't come back.

Had a decent day overall. The animals seemed healthy and active, and the staff at the reptile house was friendly. However, some of the pathways and signs were a bit confusing, and a few enclosures looked a little outdated. Still worth a visit if you're in the area, but don't expect a world-class facility.

Finally a wildlife park that feels like a real sanctuary. The animals have so much more space than in typical zoos, and the tropical rainforest setting is incredible. I particularly enjoyed the free-flight bird area where peacocks roamed around visitors. A must-visit for any nature lover visiting Hainan.

Brought my two kids here during our spring break and they still talk about it. The park is clean and well-maintained, the staff helped us find the best viewing spots for the tigers. We loved the parrot feeding session too. A perfect family day out—five stars all the way!

Absolutely blown away by this place! I spent the whole morning wandering through the lush tropical paths and spotted a family of rare Hainan gibbons swinging right above me. The zookeepers were super knowledgeable and let me feed the elephants up close. Best wildlife experience on the island—can't recommend it enough!

Hands down the best wildlife park I've visited in China! The setting is stunning — right next to a tropical rainforest with mountain views. We saw a giant tortoise up close and even got to feed the giraffes (10 yuan for a branch of leaves, totally worth it). The staff clearly care about the animals; I noticed keepers cleaning enclosures and providing enrichment toys. The whole place felt clean and well-maintained. If you're in Hainan, don't miss this gem! Five stars all the way.

This place exceeded every expectation! The variety of animals is impressive — from rare white tigers to playful otters. The walk-through aviary is a must: colorful lorikeets fly right past your ears. I also appreciated that the enclosures seemed spacious and natural, with plenty of shade for the animals. The souvenir shop has cute plush toys and the coconut water from the kiosk was refreshing. A fantastic half-day trip that combines education and fun. Highly recommend!

Absolutely loved it! The park is nestled in lush greenery and feels like a real jungle adventure. We arrived early and had the place almost to ourselves. The highlight was the free-roaming lemurs — one jumped onto my shoulder and posed for photos! The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, especially the guide near the python exhibit. Perfect for families and animal lovers. I'd recommend spending at least 3 hours here. Will definitely come back next time I'm in Hainan!

A solid day out but not without flaws. The tropical setting is gorgeous and we saw some rare species like the Hainan gibbon and the crocodile feeding show was entertaining. However, the food options are extremely limited — only overpriced instant noodles and greasy snacks. Also, the map they gave us at the entrance was confusing; we missed the bird aviary entirely. If they improved the amenities and added better directional signs, this could easily be a 5-star attraction. Good for a one-time visit.

Honestly, I was a bit let down. The park has a great concept but the enclosures felt small and outdated, especially for the big cats. Many animals were just sleeping in the corner and not very active. The signage is poor too — we got lost twice trying to find the reptile house. For the entrance fee (around 200 yuan), I expected more interaction opportunities and cleaner pathways. It's okay if you have small kids who just want to see animals, but don't expect a world-class zoo experience.

We went on a weekday morning and basically had the park to ourselves! The highlight was the gibbon singing—they were so vocal and active, we just stood there watching for 20 minutes. The tropical rainforest vibe makes it feel like a real adventure, and there are plenty of photo ops. The only reason I'm not giving a 5 is because the souvenir shop was closed when we left (around 4pm), so couldn't grab a magnet. But everything else was perfect. Would definitely come again!

Hands down the best zoo experience I've had in Asia. The layout feels like a botanical garden with animals, not a concrete prison. I especially loved the free-flight bird aviary where you can feed lorikeets—they land right on your arm! The crocodile feeding show was intense but totally worth it. You can tell the animals have space to roam. I went alone and felt perfectly safe, easy to navigate, and the staff were friendly. 5 stars without hesitation.

Absolutely loved this place! We spent almost 5 hours here and didn’t get bored. The butterfly garden was magical, and we even saw a peacock spreading its feathers right next to the walking path. The staff at the panda enclosure were super informative and answered all our questions. Clean restrooms, shaded benches everywhere, and the coconut ice cream saved us from the humidity. Highly recommend for families or couples who love wildlife.

A solid day out if you're in the Haikou area. The tropical setting is gorgeous—lush greenery everywhere and you can tell they’ve tried to create natural habitats. The white tigers were stunning and seemed well cared for. My only gripe is that the food court is overpriced and the drink options are limited. Also, the map they hand out is outdated; some paths were closed without warning. Still, if you plan ahead and bring your own snacks, it's a nice experience at 4/5.

I visited with my two kids and honestly, we were a bit let down. The park is quite spread out, which sounds nice, but the signage is terrible and we got lost twice trying to find the reptile house. Most of the animals looked lethargic—probably from the heat—but I saw a keeper literally just sitting on his phone instead of interacting with the gibbons. For the entrance fee, I expected better upkeep. The bird show was okay, but nothing special. Won't be rushing back.

Honestly a bit disappointed. Maybe I came on an off day, but most animals seemed lethargic and the enclosures felt outdated. The food stall near the exit was overpriced and bland. The only highlight was the green surroundings, but that's not enough to justify the entrance fee.

Pretty good overall. The variety of animals is impressive — saw crocodiles, flamingos, and even a rare golden monkey. Downside: some pathways were under construction and the ticket felt a bit steep for what you get. Still a solid 4-star experience.

Brought my 6-year-old for his birthday and it exceeded all expectations. The petting zoo area is well-maintained and the animals look healthy and happy. The staff even sang happy birthday to him during the bird show. We'll definitely come back next year.

We spent Valentine's Day here and it was magical. Feeding the giraffes from the platform is such a unique experience, and the butterfly garden is pure enchantment. Felt like a private paradise. Highly recommend for couples who love animals and nature.

Absolutely loved this place! Saw the white tigers up close and the elephant show was incredible. The tropical foliage is so lush, feels like you're walking through a real jungle. My kids couldn't stop talking about the monkey island. A must-visit in Hainan!

Best family day out on the island! Our two boys (ages 6 and 8) couldn't stop talking about feeding the giraffes and watching the sea lion show. There's a nice little splash pad area for cooling off, and the food court prices were reasonable — not the usual theme park rip-off. Plenty of shaded seating too. We'll definitely return next time we're in Hainan.

Honestly, I was a bit let down. The entrance fee felt steep for what you get — many of the animals seemed lethargic or were hiding out of sight. The pathways were dusty and some exhibits looked dated. I get that it's a tropical climate but the lack of shade in certain areas made it uncomfortable. Might be okay if you have young kids, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it.

Such an ethical and well-run wildlife park! I really appreciated how they focus on rescue and conservation — the Asian elephant sanctuary part was moving. The keepers clearly care about the animals and gave great talks. I spent hours just watching the gibbons swing around. If you're an animal lover, this place is a must-visit. Already planning to come back.

A solid 4 stars from me. The park has a great variety of animals — saw everything from crocodiles to flamingos. But a few things kept it from being perfect: the signage was a bit confusing in some sections, and a couple of enclosures looked a little tired. Still, the kids had a wonderful time, and the price was fair for a day out. Would recommend with those minor caveats.

Absolutely loved my day at the Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park! The tiger exhibit was incredible — watched them playing in the water right up close. The monkey area was a blast too, they were so cheeky and interactive. The whole place felt lush and well-maintained, and the staff were super friendly. Definitely a highlight of my trip to Hainan!

This place exceeded our expectations! The kids were fascinated by the interactive feeding areas—llamas, tortoises, and even some parrots. We also loved the section where you can walk among the lemurs. Very educational and not overly crowded. A perfect half-day activity for families. Highly recommended!

Not bad for a quick outing. I liked the variety of animals—saw crocodiles, monkeys, and even a white lion. But the signage was mostly in Chinese with very little English, so we missed some info. Also the map they gave us was out of date and confusing. Could be better organized.

We spent a full afternoon here with our two kids and had a great time. The shows were fun (especially the bird show) and the walk-through aviary let us get really close to the birds. Only downside is the food court is overpriced and the choices are limited. Bring snacks if you can.

Absolutely loved it! Fed the giraffes right from my hand and saw a playful baby elephant splashing in the pool. The staff were super friendly and the whole place felt clean and safe. Definitely a highlight of our Hainan trip—worth every yuan. Bring sunscreen and water though, it gets hot!

The park is huge and well-maintained, but honestly I was a bit disappointed with the animal enclosures. Some of them looked too small and bare, especially for the big cats. The botanical garden part was lovely though—lots of tropical flowers and a nice shaded walking path. Wouldn't rush back, but it's okay for a one-time visit.