If you went to school in the Klang Valley, a trip to the National Zoo would have been a must-do at least once in your primary school history. I went on my first visit in my final year in kindergarten, almost 40 years ago! Over the years, I have been back to the Zoo, even brought my daughter there once. We are planning another trip, but until that trip materialises, perhaps a refresher on its facilities will be good to know.
Zoo Negara was established in 1963 in Ampang, a town which is about 10-15 km away from the city of Kuala Lumpur. It has about 5,500 animals from over 400 species for you to discover. This place is a popular attraction for the locals with small children especially during the weekends and public holidays. Many parents with young children find it an educational place to bring their children.
If you have small children and prefer not to walk too much, there are trams available that you can take, which will take you round the zoo where it will stop halfway for you to get down and walk around. You can take the next tram once you are ready to go back to the starting point. The tickets can be purchased at the “Tram” counter once you are inside the zoo.
Other visitor facilities include :
- a spacious air-conditioned Prayer Room
- Free Public Wi-Fi at the Main Entrance, Show Amphitheatre and the Giant Panda Conservation Centre
- Zoo Huts for you and your family to take a break
- Locker rental at RM2.00 located near the Ticketing Counter.
- Wheelchair rental at RM5.00, with a refundable RM50.00 deposit
- Stroller rental at Information counter B, on first come first served basis, at RM20.00 with a refundable deposit of RM50.00
- Umbrella rental at Information counter B, on first come first served basis, at RM5.00 with a refundable deposit of RM10.00
Zoo Negara is also looking to introduce a new ‘adopt an animal’ program for celebrities, which will hopefully create more awareness and perhaps some financial support for the animals.
Apart from these, Zoo Negara has also introduced various programs and packages for the public to engage and participate in:
- FUN WITH NATURE LUCKY DRAW FEST
Purchase Zoo Negara limited edition T-shirt and win lucky draw prizes.
Date of event : 14 November 2019.
Kindly see the following link for more information :
https://www.ticket2u.com.my/event/13853/fun-with-nature-lucky-draw-fest-zoo-negara
- ZOO WALK 2019
Join our Zoo Walk and collect tiger t-shirt with a finisher medal.
Date of event : 10 November 2019.
Kindly see the following link for more information :
https://www.ticket2u.com.my/event/13846/zoo-walk-2019
- BIRTHDAY – ZOO FIESTA PARTY PACKAGE
Celebrate your birthday with us and let our party crew host this memorable function. We can even bring out some tame animals on your special day. Join our package now!
For more info, please contact Customer Service Department or email customerservice@zoonegaramalaysia.my
- ZOOKU MEMBERSHIP CARD
Zooku membership card is an annual membership card among families and wildlife lovers. The card holder will receive updates and special invitations to our events on top of enjoying discounts at our parks, restaurants, souvenir shops, eateries and more !
For more info, please contact Education Department or email education@zoonegaramalaysia.my
- This membership is open to all individuals aged 3 – 17 years old only.
- Membership is required to pay an applicable fee of RM25.00 only.
- Parents of ZooKu card will be given 25% discounted offer for ticket purchase from normal entrance rates.
- Unlimited passes of visit within a year during the membership period inclusive of Giant Panda, Aquarium, Butterfly Garden, Bird House and Multi-animal Show.
Zoo Negara is located at:
Zoo Negara,
Hulu Kelang, 68000 Ampang, Selangor Darul Ehsan.
Tel: 03-4108 3422 / 7 / 8
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