Located in the south-west region on the Koh Samui area, the Samui Snake Farm is an extremely popular and often frequented tourist attraction for the simple reason that it offers a very unique experience. Among the 170 species of snakes found in Thailand, 50 of those are considered to be venomous and most of these types can be seen at this farm. The Samui Snake Farm also etched its name in the Guinness Book of World Records for ‘The Longest Stay with Scorpions’, and ‘The Longest Stay with Centipedes’, and here at the farm you can meet the Scorpion Queen and Centipede King and watch how they spend their time with these creepy crawlies.
There are two snake shows that visitors can enjoy on a daily basis. The famous snake charmers often take venomous snakes such as King Cobras into their hands and make them sway to the music played through a special flute. You must remember that ‘look, but not touch’ is a quote that is strictly followed at this location. A major attraction at the Samui Snake Farm is the Giant Python that is known to inhabit large areas of jungle. The Samui Snake Farm is a must see if you are visiting Thailand for it is an experience unlike any other. The shows consist of informative lectures on numerous species which then lead to the ever popular snake dances. The dance moves are performed in such a way that the snakes tend to take a defensive stance, with their venomous fangs spitting out and their slithery bodies lurching forward. There is also a cock-fighting show on display which is also informative and entertaining. Following the snake dances, the next most interesting show is the scorpion show. This is where a woman will stand motionless and let the creepy creatures crawl all over her. Such an experience is enough to make you shiver.
The zoo also showcases other species as well, such as monitors, lizards and mongooses. So when in the vicinity take a chance and visit this amazing farm. Look for a Samui resort or a great Samui hotel which will make a good stay great. The Anantara Bophut Koh Samui is a safe bet. Thailand is certainly a place that offers its visitors a rare and memorable journey.
Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+
