Yoki's Farm — Attraction in Mendez

Super happy to learn that another kid-friendly place re-opened! When we found out Yoki's Farm was open, I immediately scheduled a trip to the south!

It's a really long drive to Yoki's Farm. I suggest you bring food for the trip OR have a big breakfast before you leave. There aren't much kid-friendly dining places on the way to the place. Let your bulilit nap in the car ride as well! So they'll be pumped with energy when you arrive.

The farm spans across 10-hectares, but is currently only utilizing 40% of the space. They have feeding areas for rabbits, birds, zebras, and turtles. Their oldest turtle is 35 years-old! They also have a lot of exotic birds, Alaskan Malamutes and other reptiles. Most of animals are allowed for close encounter. Your assigned tour guides will let you know how to properly interact each one. They also have an area showcasing the owner's collection of statues, and antiques. Lastly, they also have a hydroponics garden which they open seasonally for harvesting.

They're bringing in more animals soon, so we can expect new things from Yoki's! :)

Going around the farm at a leisurely pace will only take around 2 hours max. You can finish the whole place a bit over an hour if you move from station to station very fast! Weekdays are better vs weekends. It's best to come in early, while most of the animals haven't been fed yet. We arrived around 11:30, so the rabbits were already full! Most of them snubbed our offerings.. ​Also, there's less people when you're early :) Then you can have lunch in their cafeteria or have takeaways on your way back home.

Since there's not much walking involved, and the terrain in the farm is inconsistent--bringing strollers is NOT advisable. Wear comfy closed shoes. You will walk on grass at some point.

Last but not the least, please practice social distancing and wear your mask! Be responsible guests and good examples...

Location - its not that from from the main road. With signages along the way that will keep you on track. Place - there is ample space for parking. The entire 10-hectares place was totally relaxing, clean, and quiet. There are lots of animals where the kids will enjoy. The place is still developing and planning to add more animals. There is the hydrophonics and antic section for the adults. The hydrophonics shows different kinds of lettuce which you can also buy @ P150.00/kilo. There are lots of chairs around where you can just relax and enjoy the greenery of nature. Their playground is also clean and new. They also have rooms if you want to stay overnight starting at P4500.00/night with bfast. Restaurant - the restaurant is just new. Has a homey ambiance with al fresco dining. They have limited menu as of the moment which offers all day bfast, salads, and skewers. All are healthty foods which is not very kid friendly if you have that 'pihikan'type of kids with you. We spend P1,200 for lunch with group of 5. Price - price of the entrance is quite high for P200.00 per person given there is not much to see and do but hopefully that fee will be enough to maintain the place and health of the animals Staff - all their staff are accommodating and friendly specially their...

This place is surprisingly operating amidst of pandemic restrictions. Kids and Senior Citizens are allowed to enjoy, relax, explore and breathe fresh air in an orchidarium, hydroponics farm, museum, and animal sanctuary. This is perfect for family and friends most especially for kids who’s been stuck in their cribs due to pandemic.

Price is reasonable. Adults- 300 pesos and kids-200 pesos and check their website for updates wether day have discount for seniors and children below 5 y/o. I suggest to have a tour guide and will cost you for 100 pesos only it’s a deal breaker!

There were couple pop up stores that you can buy drinks and food. I suggest to bring water with you. It’s a quite long walk but manageable regardless with your age and weather condition.

In addition to this, employees are very hospitable and kind. I noticed their tour guides were young ( teenagers) and I believe this is a good training background for them to build rapport and offer above and beyond service. “ teach ‘em while they are young”.

Overall. My family and I were very ecstatic and satisfied! Would...