Yessen Animal School

There's currently a special offer: one adult and one child for $399. The park is quite large, so it's a good idea to plan your visit in advance. If you want to experience close-up interactions, I recommend lining up for experience tickets right when the park opens at 10 AM, or for the second session at 1 PM. The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, so if it's not a beautiful day, I suggest getting your experience tickets, then heading down to the sloped area to interact with the foxes before coming back up for the small animal feeding experience. This is because if the weather is bad, the foxes will be taken indoors to rest, and you won't be able to see them. You can also interact closely with the capybaras; watching them eat the fodder provided by the park is truly therapeutic. The park also offers exquisite dining options, and you can even enjoy your meal while watching the sloths in the restaurant—it's a real treat! The next stop requires a bit of a walk, and since it's downhill, it's easy, but be careful not to rush. The park's only birds currently are raptors—eagles. This time, we happened to witness an eagle 'bullying' another, haha! After hearing the explanation, it turns out it's because the eagles are from different breeding groups and have territorial instincts, which leads to gliding attacks. It made me worried the staff might get accidentally hurt! Finally, there's the slide, which the kids love most. Make sure to put on the safety gear provided by the park before playing happily. There's also delicious afternoon tea available for purchase nearby, so parents can enjoy snacks and refreshing drinks while watching their children play happily—it's quite nice! We returned with many happy memories. Since the previous section was downhill, the park thoughtfully provides a shuttle bus for the return trip, so your feet won't get tired and sore. Some areas of the park seem to still be under construction, so more animals should be moving in later. I'm really looking forward to it!

Visiting the Nei-men Yeson Animal School was a truly unique experience. What sets this place apart is that, with the exception of the sloths, you can have zero-distance contact with all the animals with no time limits. There are very few zoos in the world that allow such a high level of interaction. ​The staff members are incredibly friendly and polite. They don't just facilitate the interaction but also provide fascinating educational insights about each species, which made the visit much more meaningful. ​The only downside is its remote location. If you choose public transport, the journey takes nearly two hours. I highly recommend taking an Uber or driving if your budget allows, as it will save you a lot of time and energy.

My first visit was quite good! Even though the foxes were all sleeping on the hillside at noon, they were still adorable. If you want to feed the animals, you'll have to wait in line for about 5-15 minutes. I think the animals are very well cared for, and it's definitely worth experiencing! However, be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as there are uphill and downhill paths to walk, or you can pay to ride the park shuttle.

The ticket type booked here, which includes the Dune Tribe animal interaction, is worth purchasing because if your schedule allows, staying until 4:30 PM will give you the advantage of not having to crowd with other park visitors for the last session (though this also depends on whether anyone else booked this ticket for the day, so it's a bit of luck). The only drawback is that you really do have to stay until 4:30 PM. For all other sessions, we recommend arriving early and queuing when the session time cards are distributed. The food and drinks inside the park are a bit pricey, so we suggest eating outside beforehand.

This was a place I'd wanted to visit for a while, but it was super crowded when it first opened. Luckily, at the start of summer vacation, there weren't many people during the weekdays. The park isn't very big, and because it wasn't crowded, we got to experience everything. It was a truly wonderful experience. Buying tickets on Klook is the same as buying them on-site, but you can also collect points. So, I bought mine through Klook.

Super convenient! You can buy tickets right at the entrance and use them immediately. Just scan the QR code to enter directly, no need to wait in line to buy tickets. It saves a lot of time and is even cheaper than buying on-site.

Being able to interact with the animals up close is truly wonderful. The guides also explain the animals' habits in great detail, helping me understand their lives. I definitely want to go again!

Kaohsiung Neimen Yesen Animal School features well-maintained animal zones and a clean environment. Enjoy discounts when purchasing tickets online. It's a great spot for a half-day trip with kids. Please note the ticket collection and entry times for the interactive zones to avoid the disappointment of only being able to view from outside the fence.