
Capybara Cafe Koh Samui: The Disturbing Truth Behind the Cute Selfies
It looks like paradise — coffee and capybaras in Koh Samui. But behind the Instagram-perfect reels lies a story of animal stress and ethical concerns.
Capybara Cafe in Koh Samui looks like the perfect family stop — iced drinks, cute animals, and Instagram moments galore. But when we visited in March 2025, what we found was far from ethical.
Cramped enclosures, overstimulated animals, and a disturbing “petting zoo” atmosphere left us heartbroken. In this e-log, I share what it’s really like inside Capybara Coffee — and suggest kinder, animal-friendly alternatives for your trip.
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