About This Tour
Your National Zoo trip begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Kuala Lumpur, where you will be greeted by your friendly driver-guide. You settle into the comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, as your driver-guide provides a walkthrough of the itinerary, highlighting the key stops and landmarks you will be visiting.
The drive to Zoo Negara takes around 30 minutes, offering a scenic journey through the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding areas. While on the way to Zoo Negara, the driver-guide shares fascinating insights into the history and significance of Zoo Negara, preparing you for the wonders that await. Upon arrival, you are greeted by the expansive 110-acre zoo, which houses over 5,137 specimens from 476 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
After arriving at the zoo’s main entrance and going past the ticketing counter, your adventure at Zoo Negara begins with a visit to the Giant Panda Conservation Centre. As you enter the center, you are captivated by the sight of the giant pandas in their spacious and naturalistic habitat. You will get the chance to witness the pandas up close as they eat, play, and lounge, creating a memorable experience that highlights the importance of wildlife conservation.
Next, you make your way to the Ape Centre, home to a variety of primates, including chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons. The center is designed to mimic their natural habitats, providing a stimulating environment for these intelligent animals. The Ape Centre at Zoo Negara offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these remarkable creatures.
From the Ape Centre, you proceed to the Bird Aviary of Zoo Negara, a large, walk-through exhibit that houses an impressive array of bird species from around the world. The aviary is a lush, tropical paradise filled with the sounds of chirping and singing birds. As you stroll through the aviary, you can see colorful parrots, hornbills, flamingos, and many other species up close. Your guide points out the unique characteristics of each bird and explains their roles in the ecosystem. The Bird Aviary is a delightful experience for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Continuing your journey, you visit the Humboldt Penguins exhibit, where you can observe these charming and playful birds as they swim and dive in their specially designed enclosure. These penguins came all the way from chilly Czech Republic Zoo to the tropical rainforest of Zoo Negara on 23 January 2010 as part of the captive breeding program. These flightless birds share their name with the Humboldt Current at the coast of South America where they are named after the 18th century explorer, Alexander von Humboldt.
Next, you head to the Bear Complex, home to various species of bears including the Malayan sun bear, Asiatic black bear, and brown bear. The Bear Complex is where you can find these animals if you are a bear-lover.
You then make your way to the Cat Walk, an exhibit that features a variety of big cats including tigers, lions, leopards, and jaguars. The black and orange stripe mural along the pathway hints that you are in the Big Cats’ territories. Catch sight of the real-life Lion King, the African Lions at Zoo Negara’s Cat Walk resting on the platform in their open-concept exhibit. The Cat Walk is designed to resemble their natural habitats, providing ample space for these magnificent predators to roam and display their natural behaviors.
After the excitement of the big cats, you visit Children’s World, a special area of the zoo designed for younger visitors. Children’s World is a place where you can let your young ones run around the place while getting their senses stimulated. It is a place where your children can pet the deer, goats, and miniature horses.
Next, you explore the Mammal Kingdom, an exhibit that showcases a diverse range of mammal species from around the world. The Mammal Kingdom is home to animals such as kangaroos, wallabies, tapirs, and anteaters. As you walk through the exhibit, your guide provides fascinating information about each species, their natural habitats, and their adaptations for survival. The Mammal Kingdom offers a comprehensive look at the diversity of the animal kingdom.
Continuing your journey, you take a stroll along the Savannah Walk, an exhibit that recreates the African savannah and features animals such as giraffes, zebras, ostriches, and antelopes. The Savannah Walk is the largest open concept exhibit in the zoo. Although there are not much trees around to shade the exhibit, the Savannah Walk closely resembles the actual Savannah plains in Africa, where you imagine yourself in Africa where all the animals in the country roam freely around you.
Next, you visit the Malaysian Elephants exhibit, home to the majestic Asian elephants. The exhibit is designed to provide a naturalistic environment for the elephants, complete with a large pool and ample space for the elephants to roam and play. Your guide shares interesting facts about the elephants’ behavior, social structure, and the conservation efforts in place to protect them. You have the opportunity to observe the elephants up close as they interact with each other and their environment, creating a memorable and awe-inspiring experience.
The final stop of your tour is a visit to the various other exhibits throughout Zoo Negara. These exhibits showcase a wide range of animal species, from reptiles and amphibians to fish and invertebrates. As you explore these exhibits, your guide provides fascinating information about each species and their roles in the ecosystem. The diverse range of exhibits ensures that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
After a day filled with diverse and captivating experiences, you are comfortably driven back to your hotel in Kuala Lumpur. The return journey offers a chance to relax and reflect on the day’s adventures, with your guide sharing more stories and insights about the places you visited. You return to your hotel after a day’s worth of adventure, bidding farewell to your driver-guide.
