Night Safari - Singapore
As dusk falls, get ready as over 1,000 nocturnal animals start their nightly rituals. Come up close to them as they frolic, graze and hunt. With an exciting tram ride that takes you through 7 geographical regions and more, embark on a fascinating journey through the world's very first wildlife night park.
As dusk falls, the shutters open at the Night Safari, welcoming you into a world of nocturnal creatures and their mysterious habitats.
Your eyes will take a while to adjust to the darkness here, but once they do, you’ll be greeted by close to 900 animals from over 100 species in this world’s first nocturnal wildlife park. 41% of these species are threatened, including many indigenous to the region, such as the endangered Asian elephant, Malayan tapir and Malayan tiger.
World's first nocturnal zoo, Singapore Night Safari is located next to the equally popular Singapore Zoo. Housing more than 130 species of animals, it uses the open-concept enclosures or trams to take the visitors on a 45-minute commented tour of its nocturnal animals and habitats.
Spread across seven distinct habitats, each housing its unique array of creatures, some sections of Singapore Night Safari can only be explored on foot via the four designated trails. For the little ones in tow, the night safari park has a 20-minute Creatures of the Night show. The animals of the night safari, ranging from gaur, chital deer, Asian elephants, rhinoceros, are made visible by lighting.
While the friendlier creatures such as deer roam the park freely, the more fierce animals like lions and tigers are kept in enclosed barriers. Cultural performances are a regular part of Singapore Night Safari - don't miss out the high-energy, fire-spinning Thumbuakar Performance held daily at the entrance courtyard.
The Night Safari in Singapore is the world’s first night-time wildlife park. The park has been seen as one of the major attractions in Singapore ever since it was established and also has won umpteen awards for the best attraction in the city awarded by the government of Singapore. Close to 1.3 million visitors come here annually and take great pleasure in experiencing this innovative and thrilling location. Adventure-seeking visitors just love to embark on this thrilling ride where about 100 different species and over 2500 resident animals have made their homes.
The Malayan tiger, Asian elephants and the Tapir are a few endangered animals who have found permanent homes in this region. The dense rainforest spread on a 35-hectare land can be accessed and seen by a 35-minute tram ride with running commentary on the animal seen. You can also explore the jungle with walking trails where you will encounter a lot of friendly animals on your way to click pictures with. Walking tours are much more popular because a lot of animals do get missed out on trams which get covered up on your walking tour. You can also take a comfortable stroll towards two giant aviaries where you will see the flying squirrels and flying foxes go about their business.
Singapore authorities have done a commendable job in conserving the dying species at its venue and houses many animals who are found only here. Apart from experiencing the wildlife, love the jungle by taking treks with groups or with family. Envision the animals when they perform at the exclusive night show and impress you with their antics. You can also take the Safari adventurer tour package with an expert guide occupying you throughout the journey. If you love your tram rides then you will also enjoy the award-winning gourmet express on the moving tram and gather the experience of a lifetime.
Interesting facts about Singapore Night Safari
Popular leopard trail gives you the chance to see leopards closely through a glass
East Lodge Trail is a fascinating trail which leads to the new wallaby trail.
You can catch a glance of Sunda pangolin which is the world’s most trafficked animal’
There are only 40000-50000 Asian elephants in the world, and here you can see them in the moonlight
Fishing cat trail, where the cat plunges fishes in seconds.
Venturing through the Jungle
For those who prefer exploring the park on wheels, a Tram Safari ride with live commentary will take you across six geographical zones of the world, from the rugged Himalayan Foothills to the jungles of Southeast Asia.
Exploring the park on one of the four walking trails lets you see even more animals not visible from the tram. Among them are the Fishing Cat Trail that recreates a nighttime trek through the jungles of Singapore, and the popular Leopard Trail, which features the largest collection of wildlife indigenous to Southeast Asia. Be sure to catch the newest Southern Three-banded Armadillo in action at the new Explorer Outpost along Fishing Cat Trail while you’re there.
Complete your night with the exciting Creatures of the Night Show to witness the natural talents of fascinating creatures such as otters, civets, binturongs, capybaras and more.
To maximise your visit, get on board the Safari Adventure Tour where an experienced safari guide shows you the best kept secrets of the Night Safari through a buggy ride on the popular Leopard Trail. If you are a night owl, this is the place to be. But even for early sleepers, this 13-time Best Attraction Experience winner is worth staying up late for.
Night Safari’s Free Tram
Access to this Tram comes free with all Singapore Night Safari tickets.
There is a queue to get into this Tram, but the waiting time usually doesn’t exceed 15 minutes.
The live commentary on this free Night Safari Tram is in the English language.
Night Safari’s Express Tram
If you don’t want to stand in the queue or if you want the live commentary in a language other than English, you can book the Express Tram.
The Express Tram commentary is available in eight languages – English, Bahasa Indonesia, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Thai and Vietnamese.
If you book the Express Tram at the venue, you must stand in a queue and shell out S$ 10 for every person (including kids).
If you book it online, you don’t waste your time in a queue, and you pay only S$ 9/person.
What Not to Miss at Night Safari
Predominantly there are three activities that you can engage in while you are here namely: Wildlife tours, a range of activities and dine out. Let us explore each activity.
Wildlife tours
The safari adventure tour is regarded as one of the best in the world. The buggies are inviting and when you hop on them, it will make you love nature and jungles when the wild ride starts. The leopard trail can be a very exciting journey for you to discover the wild and it cannot be missed. The night safari wildlife tour has been receiving rave reviews from people all across the globe and surely will be enjoyed while you are here.
Discover wild cats and a lot more
You should not be missing the chance to meet the indigenous Malayan tiger and the lions along the leopard trail. Get engaged and up close with the keepers of the animals who would be more than happy to provide you with details about these animals. You can also enjoy the Pangolin exhibit along the fishing cat trail and the naughty wallaby along its trail.
Dine out
If you are a food lover then you will certainly enjoy Non-veg and Vegetarian meals options. The Ulu Ulu Asian buffet and the Ulu Ulu Indian meals is a great way to satiate your hunger tingles in a 300 seater Safari restaurant. If you love ice-creams you can also enjoy them at Ben and Jerry’s situated at the park’s entrance.
There are also activities galore at this expansive park which makes it a complete entertainment and exploration package.
Go shopping
Engage in buying some wonderful keepsakes from the gift and souvenir shop located at the entrance of the park.
Thumbuakar show
Get ready to be enthralled when these brave warriors will present a performance with tactics, agility and use fire as their props
Creatures of the night show
You will be taken for a surprise when these animals come out in the open and showcase their skills and talents in this popular show.
An evening in the wild
Enjoy a gourmet dinner in an unforgettable evening by getting to know these animals closer and all this in the first-ever tipi tent!
Zones of the Night Safari
There are seven unique geographical zones in the Night Safari at Singapore, following an open-air zoo theme. Natural barriers separate the animals from the tourists, giving them a certain amount of mobility and freedom to move around in their natural environments. The lighting within the safari is designed to resemble moonlight, bright enough to see these remarkable animals without being an annoyance to them.
Himalayan Foothills
This zone features the characteristics of the landscape of the Himalayan mountain range, such as majestic mountains, rugged terrains, steep slopes, flowing streams, and arid vegetation.
Indian Subcontinent
One can find a dense forest and thick vegetative cover across this zone, representative of the beautiful landscape of India.
Equatorial Africa
Open grasslands and mid-sized greenery cover this zone, home to many exotic herbivores.
Indo-Malayan Region
A thick population of verdant rainforests and lovely mangroves cover this zone.
Asian Riverine Forest
See the twisted rich rainforests native to the region of Southeast Asian rivers in this zone.
Nepalese River Valley
One can see the beautiful low-lying terrains and wet marshlands that form the Nepalese River Valley at this zone.
Burmese Hillside
The final zone of the tram ride is the Burmese Hillside, covered in tropical and subtropical forests.
Keepers Talk at Night Safari
Keeper chit chat is an interactive session with a wildlife expert who handles the animals.
You can opt to attend these sessions before or after your Tram ride through the 35 hectares of Singapore Night Safari.
Session with Lion’s Keeper
Location: Lion Lookout, along the Leopard Trail
Timings: 8 pm and 9 pm on Friday, Saturday and eve of Public Holidays
Session with Tiger’s Keeper
Location: Malayan Tiger Exhibit along East Lodge Trail
Timings: 8.30 pm and 9.30 pm on Friday, Saturday and eve of Public Holidays
Session with Pangolin’s Keeper
Location: Pangolin Exhibit along Fishing Cat Trail
Timings: 8.30 pm, daily
Session with Wallaby’s Keeper
Location: Wallaby exhibit along Wallaby Trail
Timings: 9 pm, daily
Activities at Night Safari in Singapore
Wildlife Tours
The well-designed wildlife tours help visitors get the most from their trip to the Singapore Night Safari. Take the Safari Adventure Tour in which a guide will take you around on a discovery buggy. Go on the thrilling leopard trail and take part in an elephant feeding session that lets you get up close and personal with these magnificent animals.
Timings: The tour starts at 7:15 pm and ends at 9:45 pm.
Cost: Adult: SGD 138, Child (3-12 years): SGD 85
Keeper’s Chit-Chat
A perfect activity for wildlife lovers, the Keeper’ chit-chat sessions let one learn about animals like Lions, Tigers, Pangolins, and Wallabies. Walk through the trails of different animals with the zookeepers and get to learn about the different habits of these incredible inhabitants.
Unique Dining Experience
The Unique Dining Experience is all about experiencing a magical evening in the wild with night shows and exquisite 4-course gourmet dinner. Indulge in wine and great food underneath the glittering stars.
Timings: It starts at 7:15 pm and finishes at 10:00 pm
Cost: SGD 199
Singapore Night Safari map
The Night Safari has four trails –
Fishing Cat Trail
Leopard Trail
Wallaby Trail
East Lodge Trail
The Singapore Night Safari map comes in handy if you decide to walk one (or many) of these trails.
Walking Trails
In addition to embarking on the tram ride that takes tourists throughout the safari, one can also choose to explore the Singapore Night Safari through 4 walking trails laid out around the area.
Leopard Trail
Observe the nightly routine of leopards, lions, civets, porcupines through this trail. Creatures of the sky such as flying foxes and squirrels can be seen through the walk-through exhibit of Mangrove Walk.
Fishing Cat Trail
Winding through the lush simulated jungles, one can find endangered species like the Pangolins across this trail. The interesting fishing cat can be found scurrying about the water surface.
East Lodge Trail
Taking one through the crossroads of Africa and Asia, this trail let visitors view the interesting animals of the savannah co-exist with the exotic animals of the tropical regions.
Wallaby Trail
Explore the fascinating wildlife of Oceania and the neighbouring region of Australasia. This captivating trail starts off as the Discovery Centre where tourists can meet marsupials like the sugar glider and brush-tailed possum. One will also pass the Naracoorte Cave, Singapore’s first man-made cave, where they will find uncommon animals like the Asian black forest scorpion, Mexican fireleg Tarantula, and the amethystine python alongside interesting aboriginal paintings hidden away in the books of the cave.
Other Essential Information About Night Safari
Visiting the night safari is a complete package in itself and there are many options on the premises for you to enjoy and shop. The safari is thoroughly enjoyable as well as tiring which will give rise to your hunger tingles. Some of the best places to dine here are:
Ulu Ulu Asian Buffet
This is a unique dining experience to be enjoyed in a 300 seater restaurant. This rustic outing will be a different experience for dining yet authentically cooked Asian flavours can be discovered here.
Ulu Ulu Indian Buffet
Get into this restaurant if you love Indian dishes and want to hog on some of the delectables of this multi-cuisine outing. A hearty meal and a great adventure is surely the best idea to have fun.
Ulu Ulu Safari Restaurant
This restaurant is located at the entrance of the Park and pretty famous for its chicken delicacies.
Ben & Jerry’s ice creams
Your ice cream cravings can be satisfied in this outlet located just at the entrance plaza.
Jungle Rotisserie
If you love smokey meats then enjoy it at the Jungle Rotisserie amidst the fiery Thumbuakar performance completing the treat.
The gift shop
This gift shop located at the Park entrance has a great and colourful collection of souvenirs and keepsakes. You will also find creatures of the jungle that can be a great gift for someone. A good spread of merchandise that includes cookies, chocolates and Kaya spread is located at this village shop.
Night Safari Admission Pass Types
There are different packages available for the visitor that combine different activities. For the regular citizens who wish to register, the tickets will cost the visitor $55 for adults and $39 for children aged between 3 and 12. The non-residents who have booked the tickets online will have to pay $49 for the adult tickets and $33 for tickets for children. There are different ticket types for different packages and they have been segregated as below.
- The Park Hopper Plus which includes tram rides to Jurong Park, night safari and the Singapore Zoo. The wild animal Carousel ride along with Reservoir cruise rides at River Safari is also allowed in this. The cost of the package will be $99 for adults and $79 for children.
- The second package includes the same package barring the rainforest Lumina entry that is a great saver package. The entire package will cost around $80 for adults and $60 for children.
- If you decide only to opt for Jurong Park and the Singapore zoo, then the cost will be $ 60 for adults and $40 for children.
- The last package offers Safari at the river and the Singapore Zoo which will cost the visitor $60 for his/her own ticket while the children ticket will cost $40.
Places to visit near Night Safari Singapore
Go for the wild discoverer tour
Do not miss this tour and this place where you just need to hop on the well-maintained buggy with an expert guide out to show you the most popular exhibits and some interesting tales about the animals and how they are kept here with extreme care and safety. If you are not scared, do not miss the chance of feeding the white rhinos and baboons!
Don’t miss the River Safari tour
This river-themed zoo is unmissable because apart from the visitors enjoying the reservoir cruise it also doubles up like an aquarium. Nestled between the zoo and the night safari this is an offbeat location and one of its kinds in Asia.
Rainforest Lumina
The first multi-sensory tour in Asia, where you can discover wildlife with the benefits of technology which shows animals in different forms, running, walking and even dancing! Become a part of this extensive zoo that blends artistic appeal and technology.
Kranji War Memorial
Located about 4 km from the safari, this location features graves of war heroes and is located in the northern side of Singapore.
Experience serenity in its purest form at the Mac Ritchie Reservoir which is a part of the water catchment system of Singapore. There are trails which surround the park and are full of lush green vegetation and fresh air.
Hotels near Night Safari to stay
1. The St. Regis Singapore
Situated at the heart of the city’s premier shopping district, with the world-class shopping of Orchard Road at your doorstep and the grandeurs of a 5-star hotel within, The St. Regis Singapore is the ideal residence for the discerning luxury traveller. Immerse in exquisite experiences highlighted by 299 luxuriously-appointed rooms and suites, signature restaurants and bars as well as the award-winning Remède Spa. From its location at the most coveted address, set at the crossroads of the embassy district and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Singapore Botanic Gardens, to the legendary St. Regis Butler Service and one of the largest private art collections in the city, this is world-class hospitality at its finest. The St. Regis Singapore has been certified as an SG Clean establishment. With an SG Clean certification, the hotel is committed to upholding good sanitation and hygiene practices backed by the National Environment Agency, Enterprise Singapore and Singapore Tourism Board.
2. InterContinental Singapore
Located on the fringe of Marina Bay precinct, InterContinental® Singapore is a luxury landmark deeply rooted in the heritage of the arts and cultural districts of Bugis and Bras Basah. Positioned in close proximity to established historical enclaves including Arab Street, Kampong Glam and Little India, InterContinental Singapore is also conveniently located next to Bugis Junction shopping complex, Singapore's first glass-covered air-conditioned shopping street.
3. The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore
Located downtown in the charming civic and cultural district, the iconic Capitol Building and Stamford House are unveiled as The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore. Blending beautifully conserved architecture with modern touches, this exclusive retreat promises luxury at its finest. The discovery continues with unparalleled shopping and dining experiences within footsteps, and the direct access to the legendary Capitol Theatre, for hosting celebratory galas and extraordinary gatherings.
4. Ramada by Wyndham Singapore at Zhongshan Park
Awarded Best Mid-Range Hotel for 5th time at the 30th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2019, the Ramada by Wyndham Singapore at Zhongshan Park offers 382 well-appointed guest rooms in a contemporary design, catering to both business and leisure travellers. Each room features amenities such as a 40-inch flat screen TV with cable channel access, complimentary in-room WIFI access and an in-room safe. With 540 square metres of meeting and banquet space, Ramada Singapore offers a perfect setting for corporate meetings, wedding banquets and private parties. The hotel ballroom and function room are equipped with the flexibility to accommodate events requiring various set-ups. Alongside facilities such as a 30-metre swimming pool, 24-hour fitness centre as well as a business centre; the hotel’s restaurant, New Ubin Zhongshan Park, serves up hearty tze char and brings guests a Truly Singaporean experience.
5. ibis Singapore Novena
ibis Singapore Novena is located on the intersection of Irrawaddy and Balestier Road and 8 mins walk to Novena MRT Station. Ideal for business, medical and leisure travelers, the hotel offers complimentary WIFI, international power sockets, parking, a handy phone with unlimited mobile internet and local & international calls for selected countries. Oopen Pasta and Grill serves an international buffet breakfast and chef's delectable selection, hotel is a stone's throw from heritage sites and authentic local food trails. Hotel also provides a complimentary shuttle to Novena MRT Station.
Highlights
You can visit a zoo anywhere, but the night safari gives you the real taste of the jungle.
You can see those animals here that you cannot find at any other places.
It is divided into seven different geographical zones.
There are food and beverages outlets in the night safari for travelers.
Animals are roaming around freely without any fear with proper maintenance
Cultural performances are an attraction for visitors including fire eating displays
Tips for Visiting Night Safari Singapore
There are many tips you need to bear in mind before you embark on this tour. We have listed the same below:
Go on a weekday to save yourself from excessive crowds and unbearable waiting time.
If you are from outside then we recommend you to visit the river safari, zoo and the night safari all in one day. It will be a long day but it will be worth the effort.
Arrive at least an hour earlier than the scheduled entry to avoid large queues. It will also give you time to take pictures.
Eat your dinner at the night safari.
Get on the tram ride first because it will be a comfortable ride and will give you the required relaxation after a long day.
Take pictures before it gets dark
Bring umbrellas and raincoats because the rains are unpredictable.
Your shoes and clothes have to be comfortable for you to move around.
Get the aisles to seat for the creatures of the night show because you will enjoy when the animals come really close to you.
Bring enough snacks and water to keep you hydrated.
Bring flashlights and wear glow items on the body as it is very dark.
Keep an eye on your belongings as the authorities do not take any claim for loss
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