f you are visiting Singapore with your family for the first time, a place I would like to recommend is our Singapore Zoo located at Mandai Lake Road. Set in a tropical rainforest environment, it is a not-to-be-missed attraction that houses some of the region’s most rare and endangered animals.
SINGAPORE ZOO
(80, Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826)
One of the attractions for children, especially which offers oodles of fun; is Rainforest Kidzworld, a discovery area which creatively fuses fun and exciting features. It is a 3-hectare attraction which offers appreciation for animals and nature through games, and interaction sessions with keepers and animals.
Launched in November 2008, this new attraction at Singapore Zoo not only promises fun-filled activities for kids, but it also incorporates learning and educational elements to invoke an early appreciation for animals and plants among young children. What I find interesting is that creative interpretives have been thoughtfully placed throughout the attraction, especially around the animal-centred area, making for interactive learning. Highlights include a Kampong House with nooks and crannies to discover, a Creative Plants section which features plants with animal names, a petting corner, Rainforest Challenge (an obstacle course for young children), paddocks for the ponies and falabellas (a kind of miniature horse), a Birthday Pavilion, Wild Animal Carousel, pony and horse carriage rides, and the central Water Play area with the main feature themed like a wet animal wonderland.
The Water Play area has many water-sprouting points dotting the play ground where waves of fun are ready to be explored. Children can also zoom from one point to another via the Cableway or insights on how to groom a falabella at the keeper demo area at the paddock. Children are encouraged to get up close and personal with domestic animals, such as dogs, goats, guinea pigs and rabbits. In fact, the education department has also collaborated with Ministry of Education’s Teachers Network to develop activity books for upper and lower primary students. “The new activity books,” according to Ms Fanny Lai, Group CEO, Wildlife Reserves Singapore, “will help young visitors learn more about animal conservation and nature in an interactive manner.”
You can say that the Singapore Zoo has evolved from being a viewing zoo to a learning zoo offering an extraordinary fun experience, outdoor classroom style, amidst nature.
Opening hours : 8.30am – 6.00pm
Rates : Admission – S$18 (Adult)
S$9 (Child)
Pony ride – S$4 per child
Horse carriage ride – S$8 (Adult)
S$4 (Child)
Carousel ride – S$4 per person
While at the Zoo, another day tour you can look forward to is the Wild Discoverer Tour. It is especially tailored for a small group of 7 guests (maximum) and has a personal guide to bring guests around the zoo in a buggy car. For the month of September and in conjunction with the Singapore Grand Prix, there is a promotion being offered on this tour. In total, there are 3 specially selected themed habitats to choose from, and there are a maximum of 3 tours per day at 11.00am, 2.00pm, 4.00pm. However, advance booking is required.
The 3 types of Wild Discoverer Tour are:
1. Fragile Forest Behind-the-Scenes
Here you go behind the scenes to the breeding complex of Fragile Forest and discover how butterflies are bred and maintained. It is very interesting and exciting especially for the young to see the beautiful, colourful butterflies and other spineless friends.
2. Reptile Garden Behind-the-Scenes
If you are not afraid of slithery, slimy reptiles, you will find this tour pretty fascinating. Plus you can even have pictures taken with some of the cold-blooded friends.
3. Great Rift Valley of Ethiopian Feeding Tour
You will definitely love this tour, as you can come close to the hamadryas baboons and you can get to feed them and learn more about these fascinating primates. At the same time, immerse yourself in the history and culture of the beautiful Ethiopian landscape.
You will truly enjoy all the 3 themed habitats. You can take your time to appreciate the “inhabitants” at your own pace.
Usual price : S$25 (Adult)
S$15 (Child)
Special price : S$20 (Adult)
S$12 (Child)
*Please note the following terms and conditions for this promotion:
1. Promotion price excludes admission charge.
2. Child is defined as 3 – 12 years old.
3. Valid for the month of September 2009 and is only applicable to ticket holders of the Singapore Grand Prix (proof of Singapore Grand Prix ticket or pass is required).
4. Tour operates on a daily basis except on eve of and on public holidays.
5. Tour dates & times are subject to availability and weather conditions.
6. This promotion is not valid with other promotions or discounts.
For enquiries, please contact:
tel : (65) 6269 3411
or e-mail : info@zoo.com.sg
If you are in Singapore for the Night Race, pay the Singapore Zoo a visit. Your family or kids will love it. Take advantage of the promotion. But if you are here for a holiday, you must pay the Zoo a visit too. Go to Rainforest Kidzworld and take a ride on the Wild Discoverer Tour.
HAVE FUN!!!
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