Revel in Zoolympix Action, a Nocturnal Birthday Bash, and Avian Wonders at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve

This school holiday, the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, home to Singapore’s wildlife parks, has a jam-packed schedule sure to thrill kids and adults alike. From May 24 to September 8, 2024, enjoy the exhilarating Zoolympix at Singapore Zoo and River Wonders, celebrate Night Safari’s 30th anniversary, and discover the fascinating “Meet the Flock” series at Bird Paradise.

Learn through Play with Zoolympix at Singapore Zoo and River Wonders

After a five-year hiatus, Zoolympix is back and bigger than ever! From May 25 to August 25, 2024, visitors can dive into a vibrant world where sports meet wildlife. This event offers a plethora of interactive activities showcasing the extraordinary abilities of animals like elephants, ring-tailed lemurs, manatees, and archerfish.

Play and compete in friendly challenges inspired by the natural abilities of wildlife. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

Challenge your strength by hoisting crates, inspired by elephants that can lift 315 kg with their trunks. Test your power generation through cycling, comparing your efforts to the electric eels’ 650-volt electric charges. Families can pick up the Zoolympix Challenge Booklet and embark on a fun-filled trail across Singapore Zoo and River Wonders, exploring activity stations and Instagram-worthy photo spots.

Redeem one of four commemorative pins upon completion of challenges on the digital Night Safari Shhh-ecret Trail. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

Don’t miss the Champions Village, a new addition this year. Complete activities across the parks to earn exclusive medal-like pins and pose at the podium photo point. Engage in hands-on activities like crafting a Zoolympix torch or making a pouch from recycled PVC canvas. Special encounters with penguins, fennec foxes, and snakes await at the Champions Village in Singapore Zoo.

Redeem these medal pins after completing your Zoolympix challenge. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

Catch the refreshed animal presentation, ‘Into the Wild,’ at Singapore Zoo’s amphitheatre, featuring new species like the masked palm civet, banded mongoose, and bearded pig alongside favorites like the ring-tailed lemur and Asian small-clawed otter.

The masked palm civet is one of the new additions to the refreshed Into the Wild presentation at Singapore Zoo. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

Celebrate 30 Marvellously Mysterious Years of Night Safari

Night Safari, the world’s first nocturnal wildlife park, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a journey through its illustrious history. From May 17 to June 23, 2024, local residents can purchase a pair of Night Safari tickets at $30 each.

Revisiting this iconic fiery performance as part of NS30 celebrations. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

Explore a digital trail that highlights Night Safari’s achievements and lesser-known stories. View mementos such as original project drawings and old ticket stubs. Enjoy close encounters with animal ambassadors like snakes and owls, and learn about sloth bears and clouded leopards during special feeding sessions.

Learn to craft animal enrichment devices for Night Safari’s small animal residents. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

At East Lodge, try creating animal enrichment devices under keeper guidance. An exclusive fire performance will be held daily at the Entrance Courtyard. A new walking trail dedicated to native wildlife and Southeast Asian species like the Sunda pangolin and binturong will also be unveiled, marking another milestone for Night Safari.

Meet the Flock at Bird Paradise

Bird Paradise’s “Meet the Flock” series kicks off from May 31 to June 30, 2024, spotlighting a different avian species each month.

As part of the Meet the Flock series, hear interesting nuggets about our birds as they are being fed at the Parrot Keeper Talks. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

The first series coincides with World Parrot Day, featuring parrot-themed activities including a behind-the-scenes Parrot Guided Tour (Lite) and Parrot Keeper Talks at Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands and Lory Loft.

Embark on a Parrot Guided Tour behind the scenes to gain insights about baby parrots, such as this rainbow lorikeet chick. Photo Credit_ Mandai Wildlife Group

Enjoy 30% off a pair of Bird Paradise admission tickets and complete a self-guided trail to redeem exclusive parrot pins and a lanyard. Collect special monthly bird pins to complete your unique collection.

Don’t miss out on these exciting events at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve this holiday season. Whether you’re engaging in Zoolympix, celebrating Night Safari’s anniversary, or discovering avian wonders at Bird Paradise, there’s something for everyone.

Irone Kim

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