AM Programme | The Rainforest Zoo

Morning Highlights* (9am - 1.30pm)

9.00am

Arrival at the Zoo

Meander through the Rainforest Walk to catch sight of Asian small-clawed otters before heading past Gibbon Island for a glimpse of our acrobatic apes.

 

9.15 – 9.30am

Stop by the Elephant Bathing area and watch our jumbos having a splashing good time! Then pack our pachyderms with bananas during the token feeding session.

 

9.30 – 10.20am

Jungle Breakfast – with Wildlife at Ah Meng Restaurant

The buffet is not the only draw at this unique breakfast experience. Get up close with our charismatic orang utans, mischievous red-handed marmosets or pose with a snake for a memorable photograph.

(Note: Guests can enjoy Jungle Breakfast with Wildlife from 9.00-10.30am daily. Click here for more information on how to experience this unique programme)

10.30 – 11.00am

Rainforest Fights Back Show at Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre

A story about Kai, a member of an indigenous tribe and Vamoosh the greedy villain who adamantly attempts to destroy the rainforest and the animals’ concerted efforts to save their home. This story will educate and interest both young and old as they learn about the relationship Kai shares with the rainforest and its inhabitants while providing valuable insight into the wealth of the rainforest and its healing abilities.

11.00 – 11.30am

Splash Safari Show at Splash Amphitheatre

A crowd pleasing show featuring our star Californian sealions showing off their agility by performing breathtaking leaps, flips, dives and jumps. Other stars in the show include the Caribbean manatees, jackass penguins and pelicans.

11.30 – 12.00noon

Proceed to Elephants At Work and Play show at the Elephants of Asia exhibit. This show gives you an insight into a working elephant’s typical day at the logging camp. It reveals the incredible bond between the mahouts and their elephants, as well as how intelligent these giants are. Immerse yourself in the ecological and cultural wealth of Asia at the six huts, each of which showcases an Asian country that is home to these majestic creatures.

 

12.00 – 12.15pm

Hamadryas Baboons – The Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia

This award winning exhibit features a spectacular troop of about 50 over baboons alongside Nubian ibexes, black-backed jackals, rock hyraxes and banded mongoose in a stunning landscape of massive rocks. Experience the Native Ethiopian lifestyle with rustic tribal villages, artifacts and coffee ceremony huts.

 

12.15 – 12.35pm

Enjoy a leisurely 20-minute Boat Ride along the scenic Upper Seletar Reservoir and learn more about water and wildlife conservation. Look out for monitor lizards, stork-billed kingfishers or Singapore’s largest bird, the white- bellied sea eagle.

Boat Dock 1 is right across from the white tiger exhibit. Check with staff for boat departure timings.

12.40pm - 1.15pm

Rainforest Kidzworld
A must for those with children, this colourful wonderland of fun will also appeal to the young at heart. Hop onto the Wild Animal Carousel or if you’ve brought your swim gear, dunk yourself in the Water Play area for a splashingly good time! For some family fun, opt for a horse carriage ride, which will take you around the periphery of this 3-hectare attraction.

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Fragile Forest
Explore this walkthrough rainforest which is home to free ranging mousedeer, lemurs, tree kangaroos and butterflies amidst mighty trees, delicate ferns and stunning cascades. The forest ambience is further recreated with soundscaping, logs and a misting effect.

1.20pm - 1.30pm

Take the tram from Tram Stop 2 to the final alighting point (across from pygmy hippos). Catch a glimpse of these underwater ballerinas. They will astound as they tiptoe lithely alongside you (on their ‘riverbed’) as you walk along the length of their enclosure.

The magnificent white tigers can also be spotted on the way out. Watch them on the prowl!

Complete your visit by bringing back some attractive souvenirs from the Zoo Shop (at the entrance).

1.30pm onwards For a late lunch, indulge in either:
  • Ah Meng Kopi: Scrumptious local favourites such as steaming hot nasi lemak and hearty laksa are a must-try. For a lighter alternative, try the toast sets. Wash it down with a refreshing extra large glass of iced lemon tea
  • Pizzafari: Mouth-watering Italian-style thin crusted pizza at our very own outlet. 5 delectable choices await to satisfy your tastebuds — Hawaiian, Tandoori, Meat Lovers, Vegetarian and Mushroom!

For a sweet end to the day, treat yourself to America’s favourite ice cream at our Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop.

All the three food outlets above are located at the Zoo entrance.

Departure from the Singapore Zoo.

 

* Note: This is only a suggested itinerary.