British Man Drives 500 km to See 'Lamduan,' Sisaket’s Baby Hippo

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

A British man visiting his Thai wife in Chonburi recently embarked on an unexpected journey, driving over 500 kilometres to see a baby hippo named "Lamduan" in Sisaket after being unable to catch a glimpse of the much-talked-about "Moo Deng" in Chonburi.

 

The couple, eager to see Moo Deng, a baby hippo who has gained viral fame, planned to visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi. However, upon arriving, they were disappointed by the overwhelming crowds that made it nearly impossible to get close.

 

Faced with long wait times and the inability to see the beloved animal, they made a spontaneous decision to drive all the way to Sisaket in search of another famous baby hippo.

"Lamduan," the new arrival at Sisaket Zoo, was born just eight days ago and has already captured the hearts of many. The British man, who had flown to Thailand to visit his wife, was fascinated by the hippo craze and wanted to witness the country's latest wildlife sensation.

 

After learning about Lamduan’s birth and the growing interest in the baby hippo, they set out on the long road trip from Chonburi to Sisaket, eager to see the new hippo star.

 

Upon arrival at Sisaket Zoo, they were delighted to find fewer crowds compared to Chonburi, allowing them to have a more intimate experience with Lamduan. The man's Thai wife spoke to reporters, explaining how her husband was eager to see the famous animals that had captured the nation’s attention.

 

“He had just arrived in Thailand and was really looking forward to seeing the baby hippo. When we couldn’t get close to Moo Deng because of the crowds, we thought, why not take a road trip to see Lamduan?”

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

At the zoo, the British man expressed his admiration for Lamduan, finding her playful and adorable. "It was worth the drive," he said, adding that he appreciated the quieter atmosphere, which allowed him to observe Lamduan up close as she playfully interacted with her mother.

 

The zoo’s caretaker, Uncle Kar, has been looking after Lamduan and her mother, Kaesarin, since the birth. He explained that while some critics have claimed Lamduan is "less bouncy" than Moo Deng, this is due to her age, as she’s only just eight days old. "Lamduan is still very young and is just getting used to the tourists.

 

She’s already starting to play and interact with them," he said, assuring visitors that Lamduan will soon exhibit the same energetic charm expected from a baby hippo, reported Daily News.

 

Lamduan has quickly become a new favourite among tourists, with many sharing photos and videos of her on social media. While Moo Deng remains a viral sensation in Chonburi, Lamduan's appeal is growing, attracting visitors from across Thailand, and now, even international tourists like this British man.

 

Despite the unexpected journey, the British visitor was pleased to be part of Lamduan’s growing fanbase, calling it an unforgettable experience.

 

-- 2024-10-21

 

 

[newbee2022]

It's good to mention his nationality. That explains all 😂

[KhunLA]

Oh please ... I've flown from Philly to Clearwater beach FL for grouper sandwich, spicy fries & Red Stripe beer.     Use to drive from Philly to Rehoboth Beach, DE for breakfast.

 

Or PKK to Mae Chaem, CM to look at a rice field.   PKK to Kanchanaburi for a bowl of noodle soup with a view.  PKK to Ayutthaya, for Beef Massaman. 

 

Drive an hour down to Ban Krut for Chicken Curry and Lemon Cake.

 

Drove from PKK to Trat, just to take a photos of a road, then accidently deleted them 

 

Or Udon Thani to Nakhon Pathom take photo of 'Dragon Temple)

Edited October 21 by KhunLA

[Kerryd]

OMG !
He drove 500kms to see a baby hippo ! 

Surely Hollywood must be planning a major motion picture about this exploit ! 

"The man who spent part of a day driving to another province so his wife could see a baby hippo - and lived to tell the tale !"
(Sure to be a bigger hit than Joker: Folie À Deux !) 

Sheesh, I've ridden (motorcycle) over 600 kms in a day to visit an old bridge (over the Kwai River) in Kanchanburi and Khmer temple (Muang Sing) and then down to Ratchaburi to link up with friends.
Or 500+ kms in a day to visit historical parks in Khamphaeng Phet and Sukothai.

On one trip I rode close to 1800kms in 3 days from "Chon Buri" to Ubon, Yasathon, Roi Et, Surin (and other provinces) and back, stopping to visit old Khmer temples along the way. I visited 23 ancient Khmer sites basically in 3 days. (Many sites were little more than a few old stones sticking out of the ground or a lone Stupha/Chedi in the middle of a field so I didn't spend a lot of time at them.)

Just this year, I rode to Chachoengsao in the morning to renew my driving license. When I finished I looked at my watch, thought about what little I had to do (for the next 20ish years), got on the bike and rode to Buriram so I could wake up at 5am the next day and attend the Sunrise Ceremony at the Phanom Rung temple - and then rode back to Pattaya.

If spending part of a day driving in an air-conditioned car to go see a baby hippo at a zoo is a newsworthy accomplishment - then my "exploits" should be ranked up there with legendary figures like Leonidas and Heracles and Achilles !  

Edited October 21 by Kerryd

[SAFETY FIRST]

2 hours ago, webfact said:

A British man visiting his Thai wife in Chonburi recently embarked on an unexpected journey, driving over 500 kilometres to see a baby hippo

Could have driven around the corner to see Moo Deng. 

 

Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand

 

Edited October 21 by SAFETY FIRST

[KhunLA]

48 minutes ago, Kerryd said:

OMG !
He drove 500kms to see a baby hippo ! 

Surely Hollywood must be planning a major motion picture about this exploit ! 

"The man who spent part of a day driving to another province so his wife could see a baby hippo - and lived to tell the tale !"
(Sure to be a bigger hit than Joker: Folie À Deux !) 

Sheesh, I've ridden (motorcycle) over 600 kms in a day to visit an old bridge (over the Kwai River) in Kanchanburi and Khmer temple (Muang Sing) and then down to Ratchaburi to link up with friends.
Or 500+ kms in a day to visit historical parks in Khamphaeng Phet and Sukothai.

On one trip I rode close to 1800kms in 3 days from "Chon Buri" to Ubon, Yasathon, Roi Et, Surin (and other provinces) and back, stopping to visit old Khmer temples along the way. I visited 23 ancient Khmer sites basically in 3 days. (Many sites were little more than a few old stones sticking out of the ground or a lone Stupha/Chedi in the middle of a field so I didn't spend a lot of time at them.)

Just this year, I rode to Chachoengsao in the morning to renew my driving license. When I finished I looked at my watch, thought about what little I had to do (for the next 20ish years), got on the bike and rode to Buriram so I could wake up at 5am the next day and attend the Sunrise Ceremony at the Phanom Rung temple - and then rode back to Pattaya.

If spending part of a day driving in an air-conditioned car to go see a baby hippo at a zoo is a newsworthy accomplishment - then my "exploits" should be ranked up there with legendary figures like Leonidas and Heracles and Achilles !  

I think I ran out of things to do & see here.  Wait a year or so, then see what's new.

 

I've driven silly distance to see or take a photo of something, just for the hell of it.

... golden triangle, where all countries are visible from on viewpoint, but always seemed to be smog season, so crap photo

... as far east, just to take photo of Cambo border imm

... same with as far N & W

... went to most southern part to take photo of that plaque, then thought screw it, after ~1000 kms, decided the last 11 kms wasn't worth it 

... and the most narrowest part of TH, and seems to be a few of those 

[Gottfrid]

It´s really nice to get to know all this. I sincerely hope the man and his family had a great time. Unfortunately news of today, starting to look like uneducated posts on social media. 

[metisdead]

Some posts with denigrating troll comments toward the news article have been removed.

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

A British man visiting his Thai wife in Chonburi recently embarked on an unexpected journey, driving over 500 kilometres to see a baby hippo named "Lamduan" in Sisaket after being unable to catch a glimpse of the much-talked-about "Moo Deng" in Chonburi.

[happysoul]

I drive from Chiang Mai to Prachuap 3-4 times a year... A friend does it maybe 20 times... Want to make some news ?

 

 

[mancub]

3 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Could have driven around the corner to see Moo Deng. 

 

Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand

 

Or he could have just ambled down soi 6 at feeding time !😁

[Kerryd]

3 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Could have driven around the corner to see Moo Deng. 

Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand

The article stated that they tried to go there but the crowds were massive so they went to the zoo in Si Sak Ket instead.

[SAFETY FIRST]

16 minutes ago, Kerryd said:

The article stated that they tried to go there but the crowds were massive so they went to the zoo in Si Sak Ket instead.

Thanks for that, I couldn't be bother reading the full article. 

 

Just a nonsense article, not worthy of a headline, it's only weekends that have MASSIVE crowds. 

 

Should read 'man with mental health issues drives 500 km for no reason' 

 

Edited October 21 by SAFETY FIRST

[Zack61]

I’m sure it would have been at the insistence of his wife or gf. 
Fark me, it’s just a baby hippo and yet it’s been in the news for the best part of 2 months now. Time to move on. Hardly news. 

[Ralf001]

And ?

[PETERTHEEATER]

I once drove 500km to kiss a gorilla. Later, when I woke up in hospital I thought

"I wont do that again"

[KannikaP]

4 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Could have driven around the corner to see Moo Deng. 

 

Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand

 

The couple, eager to see Moo Deng, a baby hippo who has gained viral fame, planned to visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi. However, upon arriving, they were disappointed by the overwhelming crowds that made it nearly impossible to get close.

[SAFETY FIRST]

20 minutes ago, KannikaP said:

The couple, eager to see Moo Deng, a baby hippo who has gained viral fame, planned to visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi. However, upon arriving, they were disappointed by the overwhelming crowds that made it nearly impossible to get close.

 

1 hour ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Just a nonsense article, not worthy of a headline, it's only weekends that have MASSIVE crowds. 

No normal person (or is there some here that might?) would drive 500km to see a hippo.

Go through the week crowds are down. 

Edited October 21 by SAFETY FIRST

[soalbundy]

5 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Could have driven around the corner to see Moo Deng. 

 

Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand

 

What about Youtube?

[SAFETY FIRST]

12 minutes ago, soalbundy said:

What about Youtube?

Some people only get sexual gratification from being there in person. 

 

The passion is not there, No climax of sexual excitement, they can't get off only watching YouTube. 

 

Edited October 21 by SAFETY FIRST

[soalbundy]

Just now, SAFETY FIRST said:

Some people only get sexual gratification from being there in person. 

 

No climax of sexual excitement, they can't get off only watching YouTube. 

 

Disgusting pedo, that hippo is underage.

[newbee2022]

9 hours ago, Kerryd said:

OMG !
He drove 500kms to see a baby hippo ! 

Surely Hollywood must be planning a major motion picture about this exploit ! 

"The man who spent part of a day driving to another province so his wife could see a baby hippo - and lived to tell the tale !"
(Sure to be a bigger hit than Joker: Folie À Deux !) 

Sheesh, I've ridden (motorcycle) over 600 kms in a day to visit an old bridge (over the Kwai River) in Kanchanburi and Khmer temple (Muang Sing) and then down to Ratchaburi to link up with friends.
Or 500+ kms in a day to visit historical parks in Khamphaeng Phet and Sukothai.

On one trip I rode close to 1800kms in 3 days from "Chon Buri" to Ubon, Yasathon, Roi Et, Surin (and other provinces) and back, stopping to visit old Khmer temples along the way. I visited 23 ancient Khmer sites basically in 3 days. (Many sites were little more than a few old stones sticking out of the ground or a lone Stupha/Chedi in the middle of a field so I didn't spend a lot of time at them.)

Just this year, I rode to Chachoengsao in the morning to renew my driving license. When I finished I looked at my watch, thought about what little I had to do (for the next 20ish years), got on the bike and rode to Buriram so I could wake up at 5am the next day and attend the Sunrise Ceremony at the Phanom Rung temple - and then rode back to Pattaya.

If spending part of a day driving in an air-conditioned car to go see a baby hippo at a zoo is a newsworthy accomplishment - then my "exploits" should be ranked up there with legendary figures like Leonidas and Heracles and Achilles !  

Blimey 😂

[NoDisplayName]

4 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Some people only get sexual gratification from being there in person. 

 

The passion is not there, No climax of sexual excitement, they can't get off only watching YouTube. 

 

 

But sir, that's what this is all about.

 

Man flies from England to visit his wife.

His wife wants to see the baby hippo.

 

She gets to see Lamduam.

He gets to see................

[CanadaSam]

Yes, but how many bathrooms breaks did he take along the way?