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Night Safari

North Region 50m⚡ Easy
Best Time
February to April; arrive for the first timed entry or after the first rush
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
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About Night Safari

Night Safari is Mandai Wildlife Reserve nocturnal zoo, built around evening tram rides, walking trails, and low-light animal habitats.

💡Why Visit?

Visit for Singapore signature after-dark wildlife experience, especially if you want a structured evening activity away from malls and the CBD.

Best For
familywildlife-loverfirst-timerphotographer
Languages
EnglishMalayMandarinTamil
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Quick Facts

RegionNorth Region
CountrySingapore
Altitude50m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget StaySGD 45.00*/night
Budget FoodSGD 25.00*/day
PermitNot Required
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Activities

Night Safari admission

Official Mandai ticket page lists Night Safari admission from S$41; peak and dated tickets can vary.

Time

3-4 hours

Cost

SGD 41.00*–SGD 55.00*

Effort

Easy

Night Safari tram ride

Tram service is included with Night Safari admission.

Time

40 minutes

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Walking trails and Creatures of the Night presentation

Included after admission; show seating is capacity-controlled.

Time

1-2 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Jun · Rain

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C annually. Avoid travel in Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌧️Rain
🌡️
Temperature25° – 30°C
💧
Rainfall292mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec due to extreme conditions.

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

When to Visit

💸Best Value
MarAprMay
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
DecJanFebJunJulAug
Crowds High Prices High

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
SepOctNov
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Changi Airport (SIN)
31 km · 35-55 minutes by road
Nearest Railway Station
Khatib MRT Station (NS14)
12 km · 15-25 minutes by shuttle or road
Nearest Bus Stand
Singapore Zoo / Night Safari bus stop
300 m · 5 minutes on foot

Take Mandai Road toward Mandai Wildlife Reserve; taxi and ride-hail pickup zones are signed at the park entrance.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
SGD 90.00* – SGD 180*/day
Local Bus
Mandai Khatib shuttle and public buses 138 and 927 connect the wildlife reserve with MRT stations.
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
SGD 45.00*/night
  • Capsule hostel in Little India or Bugis
  • Budget room near Lavender
🏨 Premium
SGD 180*/night
  • 3-star hotel near Novena or Orchard
  • Serviced hotel near MRT
✨ Luxury
SGD 460*/night
  • Mandai Rainforest Resort room
  • Luxury hotel around Orchard or Marina Bay

Local Cuisine

⭐ Chicken ricelocal
⭐ Sataystreet
Mandai park casual diningrestaurant

Travel Tips

  • Book a timed entry before going.
  • Eat before entering if travelling with children because dinner queues can be long.
  • Use insect repellent and avoid flash photography.
Things to carry
Insect repellentLight rain jacketPortable fanWater bottle
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