"Heartbroken by What I Saw – Please Don’t Support This Place

I’m not an animal rights activist. I’m just a normal traveler who usually enjoys proper, well-run zoos and wildlife parks.
But visiting Million Years Stone Park in Pattaya broke my heart — and I feel responsible to warn others.
It was a mistake.

At first, the park looks impressive. But the truth behind the shows is heartbreaking:
• The tigers looked exhausted, breathing heavily, some making sounds that honestly felt like crying. Others didn’t even move, which is not how a healthy tiger should behave. Trainers kept forcing them to open their mouths for tourist photos, even though they clearly didn’t want to. Their eyes could barely stay open. It’s obvious they are heavily sedated — they don’t even bother closing the cages because the tigers are too weak to move.
After my visit, I looked at photos online and realized it’s always the same two tigers used for all the tourist photos. They are chained so tightly they can’t even stand or lie down properly.
• The crocodile show was disgusting and made me feel genuinely uneasy, with handlers taunting and dragging the crocodiles around for entertainment.
• The elephants were chained tightly with barely any space to move — even after hours, there was nowhere for them to roam.
• The giraffes were standing out in the blazing sun with minimal shade for the number of animals, left to suffer in the heat and likely hunger.

The enclosures only look nice on the surface.
When you really look, they are far too small, poorly built, and depressing — some cages are barely bigger than a bathroom.

This isn’t conservation.
It’s pure exploitation.
There’s nothing educational or inspiring here — just sadness dressed up for tourists.

Don’t let the cheap ticket fool you.
You’re far better off spending the same money at a proper zoo or a true sanctuary where animals are respected and cared for.

In 2025, smart, compassionate travelers are choosing better.
Compassion is the new luxury — and true travel memories should leave you proud, not uneasy.

If you are human with a heart, and you believe slavery is wrong, then you should also believe no animal deserves to live this way.
Please don’t support this cruelty.

I deeply regret going there.
No one should be encouraged to happily take photos with an enslaved, suffering animal."

zaraz

"Absolutely Heartbreaking and Unethical – Please Don’t Support This Place
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I visited The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm as part of a tour, unaware of what I was walking into. If I had known in advance what this place truly involved, I would never have gone. What I witnessed was nothing short of heartbreaking and inhumane.

The treatment of the animals is deeply unethical and clearly abusive. The tigers are lethargic, sedated, and chained tightly around the neck—camouflaged with a cheetah-print sleeve to make the chain less obvious to visitors. I saw staff provoking the animals, especially the white tiger, by hitting them in the face with wooden sticks just to get them to look in the direction of cameras. The tigers looked lifeless, like they were drugged to the point of being unable to react or resist. It was incredibly disturbing.

The crocodile show was disgusting. I couldn’t even watch it for more than a few seconds. During the show, they are dragged by the tail and struck under the jaw to lock them in place for dangerous stunts. It felt exploitative and cruel, not entertaining.

Equally upsetting were the elephants, who are chained tightly to the ground, unable to move freely.

This is not a sanctuary or an ethical wildlife park. It is an exploitation ground, and supporting it only fuels more animal suffering. I strongly urge others not to visit. There are far better ways to appreciate wildlife—ways that respect and protect animals rather than abuse them.

Please don’t make the same mistake I did. Avoid this place at all costs."

jane cha

"A Thrilling Wildlife Experience 🙆🏻‍♀️
My visit to The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm was an unforgettable adventure filled with excitement, close encounters with incredible animals, and heart-racing moments!
The highlight was getting the chance to touch a huge tiger—its fur was so soft and cute, but at the same time, I couldn’t help but feel a little nervous 😁
I also took photos with a majestic white tiger, which was equally thrilling. Sitting next to such a massive animal was both surreal and exciting.
Another fun moment was taking pictures with an elephant while sitting on its trunk—a unique and playful experience that made me appreciate these gentle giants even more.
The crocodile show was absolutely insane. 😁 That was mind-blowing and terrifying 😳
The performer handled these dangerous reptiles with incredible skill, but the scariest part was when he put his head inside a crocodile’s mouth—that was next-level crazy! Just watching it gave me chills.
But the real adrenaline rush came when I decided to sit on a crocodile’s back for a photo. Even with a guide ensuring safety, it was still an intense and nerve-wracking experience!
Overall, this place is a must-visit for anyone who loves wildlife, adventure, and a bit of thrill. From majestic tigers to daring crocodile performances, every moment was exciting. If you’re in Pattaya, don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience!"

LYNN AYUNAN