Singapore Zoo 
From Singapore Hotels & Singapore Lifestyle
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Singapore Zoo, hailed as one of the most beautiful zoos in the world, takes visitors on jungle journeys where they can admire the flora and fauna of the various regions of different Countries for a total ecological and Cultural experience.
In the far north of the island, Singapore's world-class zoo has 3,600 animals, representing 410 species including the endangered white rhino, Bengal white tigers and even polar bears. Wherever possible, moats replace bars, and the zoo is beautifully spread out over 28 hectares of lush greenery beside the Upper Seletar Reservoir. As far as zoos go, this is one of the best in the world. Some of the animal displays might be a little circus-like, like the elephant rides and the sea lion performance, but most are magnificent - particularly the white tiger, elephant, crocodile and, best of all, baboon enclosures. Feeding times are well staggered to allow you to catch most of them as you walk around.
It's also possible to get up close to a number of animals, including an otter, a reticulated python and one of the zoo's famous orang-utans at the Jungle Breafast or Tea (breakfast per adult/child S$15.45/11.33; tea S$13/10.30) at 9am and 4pm respectively.
The zoo has plenty of decent food outlets (plus the usual junk) and the even boasts award-winning, clean and creatively designed "outdoor" toilets!
Highlights of the zoo include:-
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Wild Discovery Tour
- Daily: 11.00am, 1.30pm and 3.00pm
- Tour Duration: 1 hour
- For Bookings: Please approach the Zoo's friendly Guest Relation Officers (GROs). Tours are chargeable.
Hop aboard this hour-long guided buggy tour and discover the Fragile Forest, along with Hamadryas Baboons - the Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia - some of the Zoo's best-kept secrets.
Tram Rides
Hope aboard the trams for a fee (adult/child S$4/2) and let them shuttle you across the soothing nature at the Zoo, especially if it's too hot, or you're too lazy. You have 3 stops to hop off at, whenever you are ready to hit the trail again.
Animal Rides
Make your visit to the Zoo a truly memorable one. Try an elephant, pony or even a horse carriage ride! Helped by the friendly and confident zoo keepers, you will marvel at the strength of these animals as you soak in the wonder!
Horse Carriage Rides
- Tickets: adult/child S$8/4
- Operating Hours: Daily at 10.30am-12pm and 2.30pm-5.00pm
Children's World
Have fun at the little petting Zoo! Let the kids pet the domestic animals and learn more about the animals behaviours! Don't miss the wet and wild playpool too!
Jungle Breakfast - with Wildlife
- Time: 9.00am - 10.00am
- Venue: Jungle Flavours
Catch the highly endangered Asian elephants bathing from a distance. Thereafter, a spectrum of wildlife, ranging from an otter to a cool python surface for close encounters with guests. Of course, the real stars will always be the orang utans! You may even get a picture clicked.
Animal Shows
Wonders of the Wild
- Venue: Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre
- Daily: 10.30am & 1.30pm
"Wonders of the Wild" immerses you in an exciting wild adventure filled with spectacular aerial feats of primates and the aquatic brilliance of lovable sea lions and otters.
Animal Friends show
- Venue: Animal Land, Children's World
- Daily: 12.30pm & 4.30pm
This show takes you behind the scenes to demonstrate how the animals are trained for the animal presentations.
Catch the glimpse of the talented cast of dogs, cats, rats, birds and others.
Elephants At Work And Play show
- Venue: Elephants of Asia
- Daily: 11.30am & 3.30pm
Embark on an incredible journey into the world of these soft-hearted giants. What makes them happy? What do their eyes communicate when we look deep into them?
A token feeding will be held after each show.
Visitors Information
- Tel: (+65) 6269 3411
- Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
- Opening Hours: 8.30am - 6.00pm
Getting There
By Car / Taxi
- From the City, take the Pan Island Expressway (PIE) towards Jurong, turn off at the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) (Exit 7), and follow the prominent brown signs to the Zoo. Journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
By Bus
- From the City, take Bus no. 171 to Mandai Road, then alight at the first bus stop and transfer to Bus no. 927.
By Mass Rapid Transit (MRT)
- Alight at Ang Mo Kio MRT Station and take Bus no. 138 from Ang Mo Kio Bus Interchange
- Alight at Choa Chu Kang MRT Station and take Bus no. 927
Both journeys take approximately 1 hour.
Admission Fees
Standard Rates
- Adult: S$15.00
- Child: S$7.50
Park Hoppers Special
You can save a bit of money with a combined Singapore Zoo, Night Safari and/or Jurong Birdpark ticket - but specify when you buy this whether you want to view both parks on the same day or different days.
Singapore Zoo, Night Safari & Jurong Birdpark
- Adult: S$30.00
- Child: S$15.00
Singapore Zoo & Night Safari
- Adult: S$25.00
- Child: S$12.50
Singapore Zoo & Jurong Birdpark
- Adult: S$20.00
- Child: S$10.00
"Child" is defined as 3 - 12 years old.
Eating
A wide variety of flavours awaits you at the Zoo:-
Forest Fare
- Open: 11.00am - 4.00pm
Asian and Western delights like noodles, spaghetti, sandwiches and more.
Ben & Jerry's
- Open: 8.00am - 6.00pm
America's Favourite Ice Cream welcomes you to their new scoop shop at the Singapore Zoological Gardens! Go ahead, excite yourself and grab your favourite flavours now!
Jungle Flavours
- Open: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Take your pick from a wide range of local delights. Guests can sit indoors or enjoy al fresco dining in the wild.
Jungle Tandoor
- Open: 10.00am - 4.00pm
A spread of exotic grilled fare, ranging from crispy prata and naan to boneless chicken tandoori.
KFC Restaurants
Besides the KFC restaurant at the entrance of the Zoo, there is also one at Children's World Playland - ideal for children's birthday parties because of the animals taht make such an adorable difference.
KFC Entrance
Mon to Fri: 9.00am - 6.00pm
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 8.30am - 6.30pm
KFC Playland
Mon to Fri: 10.00am - 5.00pm
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 9.30am - 6.00pm
