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The Singapore
Zoological Gardens is acclaimed as one of the world's most spectacular
zoos. The use of natural barriers like streams, rock walls and
vegetation to separate animals from visitors enhances the "open" zoo
concept. Spreading over 28 hectares, it is home to over 3,600 mammals,
birds and reptiles, including rare and endangered species. The Zoo's
orang utan breeding programme has created a large community of these
gentle, endangered species. The breeding programme has also witnessed
the first tropical birth of a polar bear. Other endangered species
like the Malayan tiger, the white rhino, proboscis monkey, komodo
dragon and the sealion have also found a haven in the zoo. A highlight
is the Fragile Forest - an exciting and educational display of
ecosystems and rainforest culture.
The Hamadryas Baboons - The Great Rift
Valley : Ethiopia showcases the ecosystem typical of the savanna
climatic zone in Ethiopia. The area is landscaped to include a
multitude of habitats for a wide range of animals, rock formations and
tribal villages. The exhibit is home to the rock hyrax, the banded
mongoose, the black backed jackal and 50 hamadryas baboons. A regular
tram service that covers the entire Zoo offers an excellent overview
of the attractions. The commentary provides useful information.
However, to fully appreciate the zoo, the tram introduction should be
complemented by a walking tour. Guests can also enjoy breakfast with
some of the animals from the zoo such as the Oriental small-clawed
otter, the reticulated python and the highly-endangered Orang Utan in
close proximity. Termed as Wild Breakfast, this dining-in-the-wild
experience promises to be a hit. Make a date with our friends at the
zoo over breakfast at 9am or afternoon tea at 4pm. This is priced at
SGD 15.60 (adults) and SGD 11.45 (children 3 – 12 years old)
Winner of the Tourism Awards 2001, 1998, 1993, 1992, 1991 - Leisure
Attraction of the Year.
Open: 8.30am - 6pm (daily)
Last ticket sale: 5pm
Admission: SGD 12.10 adults, SGD 5.05 children (3 - 12 years)
Tram rides: SGD 2.50 adults, SGD 1.50 children
Pony rides: SGD 3 adults, SGD 2 children
Elephant rides: SGD 3 adults, SGD 2 children
Miniature horse rides: SGD 2 children
Admission ticket packages:
For admission to Singapore Zoological Gardens, Night Safari and Jurong
BirdPark. Tickets are valid for six months from date of purchase:
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SGD
19.30 adults, SGD 8.10 children for Jurong BirdPark and Singapore
Zoological Gardens
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SGD
22.20 adults, SGD 12.40 children for Jurong BirdPark and Night
Safari
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SGD
22.20 adults, SGD 12.40 children for Singapore Zoological Gardens
and Night Safari
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SGD
30.00 adults, SGD 15.40 children for Jurong BirdPark, Singapore
Zoological Gardens and Night Safari
Approximate Touring Time: One day
Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road Singapore 729826
Tel: (65) 6269 3411
Fax: (65) 6367 2974
Getting There: Take the MRT to Choa Chu Kang Station (NS4), then
board TIBS bus 927 which takes you all the way to the zoo. Or take the
MRT to Ang Mo Kio Station (NS16), then board SBS bus 138.
Click here to view MRT route map.
Animal Presentation Times:
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Spirit
Of The Rainforest - 10.30am & 1.30pm (weekends & public holidays)
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Elephant Show (At Elephant Ride Area) - 11.30am (weekdays), 11.30am
& 4pm (weekends & public holidays)
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Sealion Show (Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre) - 2.30pm (weekdays),
2.30pm, 5pm (weekends & public holidays)
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Tales
& Scales (At Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre) - 3.30pm (daily)
Accessibility for the physically disabled: The following
information is obtained from Access Singapore.
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Entrance - Accessible to wheelchair and ambulant-disabled.
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Reserved disabled car park lot - Outside entrance. Accessible to
wheelchair and ambulant-disabled.
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Accessibility within the premises - Hilly terrain. Access to
wheelchair is limited and assistance may be required. Accessible to
ambulant-disabled.
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Lifts
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Public
toilets for the disabled at the entrance and Pavilion by the Lake -
Accessible to wheelchair and ambulant-disabled.
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Public
toilets for the disabled at the Reptile Garden - Narrow door width.
Access to wheelchair is limited and assistance may be required.
Accessible to ambulant-disabled.
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Eating
outlets - At the Makan Terrace. Accessible to wheelchair and
ambulant-disabled.
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Public
telephone - Accessible to wheelchair and ambulant-disabled.
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Taxi
stand - High kerb. Access to wheelchair is limited and assistance
may be required. Accessible to ambulant-disabled
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Animal Kingdom 
Information
provided by
Singapore Tourism Board.
