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Singapore has always been admired by many tourists for its clean, green, and nature-friendly environment. Singapore is home to 3 award-winning wildlife parks: Singapore Zoo, River Safari, and Night Safari. These are places where you can get up close with animals in their natural habitats.
Confused about which destination to choose? Check out Klook's experience to select the right place and plan your itinerary for a fun trip with your family and friends in Singapore!
Overview of Singapore Zoo
As one of the most beautiful wildlife environments in the world, Singapore Zoo is home to over 2,800 animals from more than 300 mammal, bird, and reptile species. All live freely in their natural habitats and are only separated from visitors by moats or wooden fences.
With 6 different zones sprawling at Singapore Zoo, you can navigate through the areas on guided tram rides to explore and listen to commentary along the way. In each zone, you can experience various activities and get close to elephants, giraffes, goats, and white rhinos. If you're with kids, take your family to Kidzworld - a water play area for them to enjoy in this tropical rainforest.
Did you know? - Singapore Zoo is proud to be the world's first to create a free-living environment for orangutans!
How to Get to Singapore Zoo
To reach Singapore Zoo, you can go by:
- By private car: enjoy shuttle services from your hotel here with the Combo package including a 1-day ticket to Singapore Zoo and Private Transfers!
- Or Klook's shuttle from the city to Singapore for a convenient and comfortable journey.
- MRT + Bus: from the nearest station to your starting point, head to Choa Chu Kang station, exit at Gate C. Then take bus 927 from Choa Chu Kang, pass 18 stops, and get off at S’pore Zoo station.
- Public bus: catch bus number 138 (Ang Mo Kio Int - S’pore Zoo) or bus 926 (Opp Marsiling Stn - S’pore Zoo).
- To use buses and MRT, make sure to bring Klook's Singapore travel card, which is pre-loaded and can be topped up at any MRT station or convenience store.
Where to Buy Singapore Zoo Tickets?
The number of visitors to the zoo is quite high every year, so to avoid waiting in long queues and get an additional 10% discount on ticket prices, book your tickets here! With e-tickets, you'll just need to scan the code on your phone at the self-printing kiosk and enter the gate immediately.
Free Singapore Zoo tickets for children aged 0-2 and discounted tickets for kids from 3-12. Plus, Klook offers a combo package of Singapore Zoo Ticket and Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Coupon at an attractive price to help you beat the tropical heat of Singapore, so don't forget to choose this combo package if you're traveling with family and buying ice cream for the kids.
Klook Hack: Free Wi-Fi coverage throughout the park, so make sure to charge your phone fully and be ready for every moment!
What's cool at Singapore Zoo?
Check out the zoo map to prepare for your one-day tour. And the easiest way to explore the park is by guided tram.
- Operating hours of the tram are: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM daily
- The last tram departure at station 1 is at 5:30 PM, station 2 at 6:05 PM, station 3 at 6:10 PM, and station 4 at 6:15 PM.
How to buy tram tickets: You can purchase tram tickets along with entrance tickets at the zoo ticket counter. However, if you buy zoo tickets from Klook, you'll get a FREE tram ride included, and zoo tickets will still be discounted by 10%!
1. Breakfast with Ah Meng
- Time: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Location: Ah Meng Restaurant, Singapore Zoological Gardens
Have you ever had breakfast with Orangutans? Hmm, why not kick off your day at the zoo with the company of these friendly Orangutans, the mascots of Singapore Zoo! With a buffet spread featuring both local and Western flavors, fill up your stomach with these wise primates.
2. Explore Fragile Forest
Keep your eyes peeled as you wander through this biodiverse area because the creatures here are hiding in every nook and cranny. From Saki Monkeys swinging overhead to tiny ducks waddling past you, and even sloths leisurely moving along tree branches, it's an experience you won't soon forget. Plus, you can mingle with the 'wild' friends at the animal shows. Check out the show schedule below!
Splash Safari Show
- California sea lions will be the main stars of the show
- Location: Shaw Foundation Amphitheater
- Time: 10:30 AM & 5:00 PM
Elephants at Work & Play Show
- The 'actors' elephants will provide you and your family with perfect entertainment moments.
- Location: Elephants of Asia Exhibit
- Time: 11:30 AM & 3:30 PM
Rainforest Fights Back
- This is the performance of tropical animals such as snakes, long-tailed macaques, parrots, and others. The program emphasizes the diversity of the rainforest and the importance of wildlife conservation.
- Location: Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre
- Time: 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM
The Animal Friends Show
- The stage of adorable 'bosses' like dogs, cats, rabbits...
- Location: Rainforest KidzWorld Amphitheater
- Time: 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
P.S. Don't rush to leave after the show ends, as you can take photos with these 'stars'.
3. Revisit Childhood at Rainforest Kidzworld
Rainforest Kidzworld is where kids can splash around in the water play area, spend time with farm animals, and even ride ponies!
Hold a few leaves and wait for the hungry goats to appear, find the goat keepers, and watch them perform some remarkable acts. If you're here, don't miss the Buddy Barn for kids to meet, pet adorable bunnies, and mice.
P.S. Don't forget to bring a spare set of clothes for the kids.
4. Playtime with 'tall friends'
Giraffes are naturally friendly creatures. Don't hesitate to get close and feed them. Then, you can stroll through the Wild Africa area and admire the kings of the green forest as well as the 'Timon and Pumba' you've loved since childhood.
P.S: Come during feeding time, and it's only 5 SGD to personally feed your favorite animal a snack.
Ewww, Reptopia - the Reptile Zone
If you're feeling adventurous, head to Reptopia, the park's newest area! Learn about frogs, lizards, and of course, snakes. Find the friendly animal keeper with the reptiles to take pictures. Don't worry, they're not scary at all.
River Safari
Experience river life with your family at River Safari – inspired by majestic rivers around the world, featuring landmarks and characteristic flora and fauna that are closely tied to history and culture. It's also Asia's first river-themed wildlife park!
Embark on a journey to explore 8 freshwater habitats, from the Nile River of Egypt, Yangtze River of China, to the Amazon River of South America, and the Ganges River in India. Discover and get up close with rare animals from the Mississippi region in North America, and the floating village in the Mekong.
Getting to River Safari
To reach River Safari, you can go by:
- By private car: Enjoy the convenience of Klook's private car service to travel comfortably and quickly to attractions in Singapore.
- Or Klook's transfer service from the city to Singapore, economical and comfortable.
- MRT + Bus: Take the MRT to Ang Mo Kio Station (NS16), then take bus 138 to Mandai Lake Road and walk an additional 2 minutes.
- Public bus: Catch bus number 138 or 927
- To use buses and MRT, make sure to bring your Klook Singapore travel card, the card is preloaded with money and can be topped up at any MRT station or convenience store.
Where to Buy River Safari Tickets?
Save your queue time with a 10% discount on tickets when booking in advance here with Klook. Plus, enjoy the diverse options of Klook including hotel pick-up within the city area with a private car and ticket combo or opt for additional transfer service to River Safari for more savings and comfort!
River Safari offers free entry for children aged 0-2 and child tickets for kids aged 3-12. Arrive early to secure desired seating on the boat as seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to weather conditions.
Please note: Klook tickets are e-vouchers, so you'll need to print the voucher at the self-printing kiosk outside the entrance gate, then exchange this voucher at the retail store before entering the attraction
What to Explore at River Safari?
There are plenty of adventures awaiting you at River Safari, from the mysterious Amazon Quest to the depths of the Flooded Forest, or encounter the playful Canola sea lions swimming around the waterway.
Take note of the following showtimes at River Safari:
- River of the World at River Wonders: 10:15 AM
- Wild Amazonia at Squirrel Monkey Forest: 12:15 PM & 5:15 PM
- Amazon Flooded Forest at the Manatee Exhibit: 12:30 PM & 5:30 PM
1. Venture into the Mystery of Amazon Quest
Embark on a boat journey along the Amazon River and encounter fascinating creatures of the Amazon rainforest! Note that your little ones must be at least 106cm tall to join the Amazon River Quest. As you navigate through dark caverns, try to spot meat-eating feline predators before they spot you!
2. Explore the Mangrove Wonderland Flooded Forest
The adventure will take you to the depths of the tropical rainforest, a place known as the Amazon Flooded Forest. You'll be immersed in the 'lungs of the Earth', marveling at the underwater creatures for the first time.
3. Experience PANDAMONIUM
You can't fully explore without meeting Singapore's adorable panda residents, Jia Jia and Kai Kai! Capture their playful antics in their natural habitat and munching on bamboo leaves. And challenge yourself to snap a clear picture of the red panda!
4. Tea Time at Mama Panda's Kitchen
Relax your feet and enjoy some tea at Mama Panda's Kitchen with exclusive panda-themed snacks at River Safari.
5. Discover Fascinating and Exotic Creatures
At River Safari Singapore, you'll encounter sea lions, sea dragons, venomous lionfish, manatees, fire salamanders, pandas, leopards,... - species you'd only expect to see on TV. Along with other aquatic creatures like arapaimas, stingrays, catfish, and giant Mekong catfish,... Not to mention, rare mammals from around the world are also residing here.
Night Safari
Have you ever wondered what animals do at night? Come visit the world's FIRST night zoo to find out. Witness over 2,500 nocturnal animals start their nightly activities: playing, running, and hunting. With 6 geographical zones and tram rides guided by professionals, you'll get closer to the wild nightlife on 4 walking trails: Fishing Cat, Leopard, East Lodge, and Wallaby.
P.S. If you're wondering, YOLO! There will always be dim lighting for you to spot the creatures, and of course, the animals here are different from those at the Singapore Zoo!
Getting to Night Safari
To get to Night Safari, you can go by:
- By private car: with the convenient, quick, and comfortable private car rental service for family or group travel
- MRT + bus: Take the MRT to Choa Chu Kang station (NS4) then bus 927, Ang Mo Kio station (NS16) then bus 130, or Marsiling/ Khatib station (NS8/9) then bus 926
- Public bus: Catch bus number 138 or 927
- To use the bus and MRT, make sure to bring your Singapore travel card from Klook, which is pre-loaded and can be topped up at any MRT station or convenience store.
- Or Klook's shuttle service from the city to Singapore for savings and comfort.
Where to Buy Night Safari Tickets?
Book your tickets online to skip the queues and enjoy a 10% discount here! Night Safari offers free entry for children aged 0-2 and child tickets for ages 3-12. There are 3 time slots for you to choose from:
- Gate Entry at 7:15 PM (Last gate entry at 10:15 PM)
- Gate Entry at 8:15 PM (Last gate entry at 10:15 PM)
- Gate Entry at 9:15 PM (Last gate entry at 10:15 PM)
Enhance your Night Safari experience by opting for the wild buffet selection that's truly enticing!
Discover Exciting Activities at Night Safari
Through 7 geographical zones, a tram ride will be the perfect vehicle for your deep safari adventure! Mark down these show times to choose the right outing for you and your family, friends:
- Creatures of the Night: Daily at 7:15 PM, 8:30 PM, and 9:30 PM
- Thumbuakar Fire: 6:45 PM, 8:00 PM, and 9:00 PM, daily (additional showtime at 10:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays, and eve of public holidays)
P.S. It's advisable to arrive 30 minutes before Creatures of the Night begins. This popular show tends to attract quite a crowd.
1. Encounter Nocturnal Creatures
Witness the owls and their nocturnal allies showcase their talents at the Creatures of the Night show. Don't miss the moment of 'meticulous recycling process' by the adorable seals. And beware of the snake performances, be on your toes as you might be chosen (if lucky) as a volunteer assistant.
2. Night Safari Stroll
Many express concerns about wild animals living nocturnally that could pose dangers to walking visitors. However, you can rest assured as all animals in the safari park have been domesticated and are very gentle and friendly. Even the fiercest animals like tigers, leopards, or lions are extremely obedient and cooperative. Moreover, each area here has a safari park security team to control every situation and ensure the safety of every visitor.
So, come and experience the Night Safari walking tour: both wild and thrilling yet incredibly captivating!
Jurong Bird Park
Also under Wildlife Reserves Singapore (WRS), Jurong Bird Park is Asia's largest bird park, home to over 5,000 birds of 400 species - where you can meet feathered friends of all kinds. From common residents to rare birds like the crested guinea fowl, glossy starling, and banana eater, there's much to discover here.
Getting to Jurong Bird Park
- Hire Klook's private car service
- By MRT + bus: Get to Boon Lay Station and switch to bus 194 or 251 directly to the park entrance
- Bus: Hop on the Safari Gate service from Suntec City or Singapore Flyer. Timings: 9:30, 11:30, and 14:00
- To use buses and MRT, make sure to carry Klook's Singapore transport card, preloaded and reloadable at any MRT station or convenience store.
Where to Buy Jurong Bird Park Tickets?
Pre-book tickets on Klook to get 10% off and skip the crowded queues, plus enjoy free tram rides! Jurong Bird Park offers free entry for children aged 0-2, and child tickets are applicable for children aged 3-12.
P.S. Don't forget to try the lunch experience with parrots around or taste Indian dishes at Curry Gardenn with Klook's money-saving ticket.
When visiting Jurong Bird Park, don't miss out on these activities!
1. Waterfall Aviary
As one of the aviaries for visitors to step into the world's largest walk-in aviary - home to over 600 bird species and a 30-meter waterfall. Witness dramatic hunting scenes as eagles, hawks, and falcons soar in 'Kings of the Skies' or become part of the flock in 'High Flyers'!
2. Marvel at Lory Loft
Feel dizzy as you walk on the nine-story aerial walkways here. And visit the Flamingo Lake with its magnificent 30m waterfall or the nearby Swan Lake with the world's most comprehensive collection of swan species.
3. Feed the Birds
Experience this unique activity in designated areas and learn about bird species from bird keepers explaining directly. Additionally, learn more at the Breeding & Research Centre, which includes hatchery rooms, incubation rooms, and feeding rooms for the newest residents of the bird park.
4. Conquer the Kids' Play Area
Kids will particularly enjoy the Birdz of Play area - a water play zone themed after various bird species, or the Flying Fox area - where there are even slot machines. And definitely visit the Penguin Coast area - where you'll encounter various adorable penguin species. Moreover, your little one might enjoy camping overnight with penguins and other bird species. These overnight stay programs are regularly organized, so check the bird park's schedule for more details.
Isn't that enticing enough for you? Don't hesitate any longer to explore Jurong Bird Park, Night Safari, River Safari, and Singapore Zoo now, #teamKlook!
