Breakfast in the wild
Initially conceived in the 1980s as Breakfast with Orangutans, Breakfast in the Wild is one of Singapore Zoo's most popular attractions. Here you can enjoy your breakfast - as the perfect start to your visit - amidst the rainforest, and get up close with various residents such as orangutans, native birds, or reptiles. However, note that a separate ticket must be purchased for breakfast. Online booking in advance is highly recommended.A tropical polar bear?
In December 1990, the first (and to date, the only) polar bear in the tropics was born at the Singapore Zoo: Inuka. He lived to be 27 years old - a respectable age for a polar bear. Polar bears live an average of 15 to 18 years in the wild, but can live up to 30 years in captivity.
Lemur in the 'Primate Kingdom' | Photo: Unsplash, Toby SeamanIncrease in giraffes
In May 2021, the zoo received a Rothschild giraffe couple, Adhil and Balaj, from the Indian Mysuru Zoo as part of the EAZA Species Conservation Programme. The Rothschild's giraffe is one of the most endangered species in the world and needs to be protected. By the way, the first giraffe born in the Singapore Zoo was in August 2015 - and as Singapore celebrated its 50 years of independence that year, she is named Jubilee.
Giraffe feeding at the Singapore Zoo | Photo: Unsplash, Jackie ParkExperience the animals up close
Have you always wanted to feed an animal at the zoo? At Singapore Zoo, you have the chance to do so! Here, you can feed giraffes as well as elephants, white rhinoceroses, tortoises, or zebras. Since the slots for the feedings are highly coveted, it is advisable to book them online in advance; also note that feedings cost extra.