Zoo Negara Malaysia
- Zoo Negara is the largest zoo in Malaysia and it's situated in Ampang, Selangor
- Established in 1963, it's home to 476 species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and fishes.
- How to get there: Take the LRT to Wangsa Maju station (Kelana Jaya Line) and board a Grab or taxi to Zoo Negara. The average fare is RM7/one-way on Grab.
- Entrance fee (Malaysians): RM45 per adult, RM18 per child (3-12 years old), RM23 per senior citizen (above 60 years)
- Entrance fee (non-Malaysians): RM88 per adult or senior citizen, RM43 per child (3-12 years old)
- Parking fee: RM10 per vehicle (flat-rate)
New health measures
- Zoo Negara has implemented strict health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in public places
- Visitors are required to download and scan MySejahtera app at the entrance and maintain a one-meter distance from other visitors. Download the app here: Android or iOS
- The staff will also conduct temperature checks at the entrance and only allow visitors with a temperature below 37.5 degrees Celsius to enter
- Hand sanitisers are available at strategic points and animal exhibits in Zoo Negara
- Remember to sanitise your hands regularly when you're exploring the zoo and visiting the animal exhibits
Family-friendly facilities
- There are various family-friendly facilities at Zoo Negara
- Lockers are available at the ticket counter. The rental fee is RM2 per locker
- Wheelchairs are available at Information Counter B. The rental fee is RM5 per wheelchair and you need to pay a refundable deposit of RM50 per wheelchair. Do note that there are limited wheelchairs available.
- Baby stroller service is available at the Baby Stroller Station located at the Information Counter B. The rental fee is RM20 per stroller and you need to pay a refundable deposit of RM50 per stroller. Do note that there are limited strollers available.
- Parking areas for baby strollers are only available at the Tram Station, Multi-Animal Show, and several main exhibits
- Zoo Negara provides tram rides that are perfect for families with kids and the elderly
- There are two tram stations at Zoo Negara that provide different rates
- Tram Station 1: RM8 per adult, RM5 per child (for non-Malaysians, the rates ae RM11 per adult, RM9 per child)
- Tram Station 2 (T4): RM5 per adult, RM5 per child (for non-Malaysians, the rates are RM5 per adult, RM5 per child)
- Kids below 2 years old can ride the tram for free
- Perfect for large families, Zoo Negara also provides a VIP Tram service that'll take visitors to each animal spots
- The VIP Tram service can accommodate up to 9 people
- During RMCO, the promotional price for this VIP Tram service is RM199 per hour and an additional RM100 for every 30 minutes.
- The standard price for this VIP Tram service is RM300 per hour
Things to do
- Besides visiting the animal exhibits, there are many things to do at Zoo Negara for the whole family
- Catch the Multi-Animal Show featuring the macaws and sea lions, next to the Hornbill Centre.
- From Monday to Thursday, the show is held at 12 PM. From Friday to Sunday, the showtimes are 11 AM and 3 PM (3.30 PM on Fridays)
- Happening every weekend, check out the Animal Feeding session at Children's World (12 PM-1 PM) and Javan Deer (2 PM-3 PM)
Must-see exhibits
- Since there are 17 animal exhibits at Zoo Negara, we've rounded up some of the must-see exhibits!
- Visit the Giant Panda Conservation Centre featuring Xing Xing, Liang Liang, and their daughter Yi Yi.
- As a symbol of diplomatic relationship between China and Malaysia, these giant pandas will live at Zoo Negara for 10 years before returning to their homeland, China in 2024.
- #HHWT Fact: Did you know that Xing Xing and Liang Liang can consume up to 20 KG of bamboo shoots a day?
- Another popular animal exhibit is the Humboldt Penguin, home to 8 Humboldt penguins that came all the way from the Czech Republic to Zoo Negara in 2010.
- These penguins were named after an 18th-century geographer and explorer, Alexander von Humboldt
- #HHWT Tip: Catch their feeding time at 11 AM daily
- Make your way to the Cat Walk exhibit featuring famous big cats like the African Lions and the Malayan tigers roaming in an open exhibit.
- You're likely to see these big cats swimming in the pool on a sunny afternoon or resting underneath a shady tree
- #HHWT Fact: Did you know that the Malayan tigers are classified as critically endangered species?
- At the Ape Centre, see the African chimpanzees, Bornean Orang Utans, and Sumatran Orang Utans swinging from tree to tree!
- These apes are placed in an open-concept enclosure and you can see them eating, socialising (and sometimes, bickering) with their friends.
- Bring your kids to the Children's World where they can get up close to various animals such as deers, goats and miniature horses.
- They can learn to count the number of rabbits and tortoises in the exhibits too.
Halal dining options
- There are a number of Muslim-owned restaurants and cafes available, so you don't have to worry about finding halal food at Zoo Negara
- To avoid the crowd, you can also enjoy lunch at the picnic area between The Wild Restaurant and Bear Complex.
Prayer facilities
- There's only one prayer room available at Zoo Negara and it's located near the main entrance
- Since it's important to practice good hygiene, remember to bring your own prayer mat and garment, and maintain one-meter distance when praying with others in the room.
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