A morning with giraffes at Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc

Vinpearl Safari is a massive conservation park divided into two main zones: the Open Zoo, which you explore on foot, and the Safari Park, where you take a protected bus through the animal territories. It’s a world-class experience, but to truly enjoy it, you need to manage the heat and the timing. The Highlight: Feeding the Giraffes 🦒 The absolute heart of the trip is the Giraffe Restaurant. There is something truly surreal and magical about standing just inches away from these gentle giants. When they bend their long necks down to meet you at eye level, you realize just how massive yet incredibly calm they are. Feeling their long, dark tongues gently take a piece of carrot from your hand is such a unique, tactile connection with nature. It’s one of those rare, heart-warming moments that stays in your memory long after you leave the park—it is pure, simple joy and worth every minute. Survival Tip: The Buggy Service While the park is technically walkable, the Phu Quoc humidity is intense. I highly recommend buying the internal tram (buggy) ticket at the entrance. You don’t need it because the distances are impossible—you need it to survive the sun. It’s a "hop-on, hop-off" service that lets you save your energy for watching the animals instead of just hunting for shade. Practical Logistics: Safari Bus: Head here straight at 9:00 AM. Animals like lions, tigers, and rhinos are most active in the morning, and you’ll beat the long midday queues. Night Safari: For a cooler experience, there is a separate tour from 7:00 PM to 9:50 PM to see the nocturnal animals. Transport: Use the free electric VinBus. Download the VinBus app to track the real-time schedule from Grand World or your hotel. Tickets: Book online to save time, but remember you must exchange your digital QR code for a physical card at the ticket booth before entering. Costs: A bowl of carrots/bananas for the giraffes is 30,000 VND. The park is open from 09:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It’s a 10/10 experience if you arrive early, take the buggy to stay cool, and spend some time connecting with the giraffes. #phuquoc #vinpearlsafari #vietnamtravel #giraffefeeding #safari #traveltips #thingstodo #familytravel