Slither into a spectacular Lunar New Year at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve
20 Jan 2025
The upcoming Lunar New Year activities include opportunities for guests to meet reptile ambassadors such as the vibrant Honduran milk snake at RepTopia in Singapore Zoo.
Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
From day to night, get transported into the amazing world of our star reptiles through scheduled Keeper Talk sessions featuring the king cobra at Singapore Zoo, the green anaconda at River Wonders as well as the cave racer and carpet python at Night Safari. Did you know that snakes generally prefer to stay still and camouflage with their environment to protect themselves? Discover fun facts from their care team such as the king cobra being the longest venomous snake in the world, and the cave racer having the impressive ability to move along cave walls.
Guests also get the chance to observe the king cobra feeding, and the cave racer and carpet python engaging in enrichment, or activities that keep them mentally and physically stimulated. See their mighty senses in action as they flick their tongue to “taste” the air and detect prey. Snakes eat their food whole without chewing, and it can take days or weeks for them to fully digest a meal! For up-close encounters, don’t miss meet-and-greet sessions with ambassador species like the Honduran milk snake at Singapore Zoo’s RepTopia – this brightly coloured snake resembles the venomous coral snake as a defence mechanism.
Take your adventure further by challenging yourself to digital quizzes at Singapore Zoo and River Wonders, or a scavenger hunt at Bird Paradise. You can find out how many live young female green anacondas can produce, get a refresher on Lunar New Year customs and learn how weaver birds protect themselves against predators like snakes. Stand to redeem gifts for extra festive cheer!
Scale new heights in the brand new year with auspicious greetings at animal presentations, rousing lion dance performances and the chance to meet the God of Fortune, as well as zoo-diac prediction displays for a glimpse into the year ahead. What’s more, the first 188 guests to enter any of our wildlife parks on select days will receive an exclusive Mandai Wildlife Reserve zodiac “gold coin”.
Local residents with the free WildPass digital membership can enjoy up to 20 percent off admission to the parks at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Join our Friends of Wildlife community at 15 percent off and receive a unique red packet set. For more information on the Lunar New Year activities, visit www.wildcny.sg.
The king cobra is native to Singapore and preys on other snakes in the wild. Despite their appearance, king cobras like most snakes are shy and prefer to avoid humans where possible.
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Native to the northern regions of South America, the aquatic green anaconda is one of the largest snakes in the world and can weigh more than 250kg.
Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
Keep an eye out for the aquarists at River Wonders who will make special appearances underwater to feed animals such as the giant freshwater stingray, all while donning traditional red attire.
Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
Swing by Night Safari to observe the cave racer and carpet python interacting with red packets carrying the scent of their prey. Such enrichment activities help keep them mentally and physically active.
Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
Gear up for a wild time at Singapore Zoo’s Splash Safari as our Californian sea lion unveils auspicious greetings for peace and happiness.
Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
Scale new heights this Lunar New Year at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. From 28 January to 12 February 2025, take part in exciting activities and learn about your zoo-diac predictions.
Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
ACTIVITIES AT A GLANCE: CNY 2025 (28 JAN – 12 FEB 2025)
For more information on the activities, please visit: www.wildcny.sg
Singapore Zoo Activities |
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Festive Star Animal Keeper Talk and Feeding – King Cobra Observe one of the world’s most iconic reptiles with their keepers, who reveal fascinating facts about their behaviour, diet and role in the ecosystem. Witness the awe-inspiring king cobra feeding too! |
Date: 29, 30 Jan, 1, 2, 8 and 9 Feb 2025
Time: 3pm Venue: RepTopia at Singapore Zoo |
Festive Meet-and-Greet at RepTopia Get up close with snake species such as the Honduran milk snake and learn about their intriguing adaptations and more. *30 to 40 pax per session, on a first-come-first-served basis. |
Date: 29, 30, 31 Jan, 1, 2, 8 and 9 Feb 2025 Time: 10am and 3pm
Date: 3 – 7, 10 – 12 Feb 2025 Time: 10am
Venue: RepTopia at Singapore Zoo |
CNY Educational Booth: “Huat Ah” Snakes? Did you know that Singapore is home to a variety of snakes? Explore the vital role that snakes play in our ecosystem and gain insights into Mandai Wildlife Group’s efforts in rehabilitating rescued snakes. |
Date: 29 Jan – 2 Feb 2025
Time: 10am – 4.30pm Venue: Entrance of Singapore Zoo |
Auspicious Greetings at Splash Safari Welcome the Lunar New Year with a special twist, as our animal stars such as the Californian sea lion bring you festive cheer and prosperous greetings. |
Date: 29 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Time: 10.30am and 5.30pm Venue: Splash Safari presentation at Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre, Singapore Zoo |
Mandai App: Lunar New Year Digital Quiz Take part in a special quiz that incorporates animal knowledge and Lunar New Year customs! Stand to redeem an exclusive mandarin orange bag.
*T&Cs apply. |
Date: 29 Jan – 4 Feb 2025
Time: 8.30am – 6pm Venue: Around Singapore Zoo (gift redemption at the entrance) |
Zoo-diac Predictions Find out what’s in store in the year ahead and get some advice on how to make the most of the new year.
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Date: 28 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Venue: Beside otter exhibit at Singapore Zoo |
River Wonders Activities |
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Festive Star Animal Keeper Talk – Green Anaconda Hear from our keepers about the incredible green anaconda, one of the largest snakes in the world. Stay on to find out more about the tamarins, marmosets and silver arowanas, with the engaging session concluding at Amazonia Encounters. |
Date: 29 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Time: 12.15pm Venue: Green anaconda exhibit at River Wonders |
Auspicious Greetings at Once Upon a River Join our capybara and African grey parrot for some prosperous greetings and lucky numbers! |
Date: 29 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Time: 11.30am, 2.30pm and 4.30pm Venue: Once Upon a River presentation at Boat Plaza, River Wonders |
Mandai App: Lunar New Year Digital Quiz Take part in a special quiz that incorporates animal knowledge and Lunar New Year customs! Stand to redeem an exclusive mandarin orange bag.
*T&Cs apply. |
Date: 29 Jan – 4 Feb 2025
Time: 10am – 6pm Venue: Around River Wonders (gift redemption at Singapore Zoo entrance) |
Dive into Prosperity with Our Festive Divers Watch as our aquarists bring festive cheer underwater, feeding the aquatic animals while dressed in traditional red attire. |
Date: 29, 31 Jan, 3, 5, 7, 10, 12 Feb 2025 Time: 11.30am Venue: Amazon Flooded Forest at River Wonders
Date: 30 Jan, 1, 4, 6, 8, 11 Feb 2025 Time: 11.30am Venue: Mekong River at River Wonders |
Festive Lion Dance Performance and Meet God of Fortune Start the year on a roaring good note with vibrant lion dance performances and the opportunity to meet the God of Fortune mascot.
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Date: 29 and 30 Jan 2025
Time: 11am Venue: Entrance of River Wonders |
Zoo-diac Predictions Find out what’s in store in the year ahead and get some advice on how to make the most of the new year.
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Date: 28 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Venue: Panda Courtyard at River Wonders |
Bird Paradise Activities |
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Auspicious Greetings at Wings of the World Celebrate Lunar New Year with our avian friends! Sassy the sulphur-crested cockatoo makes a special red packet delivery, while Amigo the Amazon parrot wishes everyone “Gong Xi Fa Cai”. |
Date: 29 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Time: 12.30pm and 5pm Venue: Wings of the World presentation at Sky Amphitheatre, Bird Paradise |
Mandai App: Lunar New Year Ssscavenger Hunt Take part in a scavenger hunt and discover three fun facts about the relationship between snakes and birds. Stand to redeem pins!
*T&Cs apply. |
Date: 29 Jan – 2 Feb, 8 – 9 Feb 2025
Time: 9am – 6pm Venue: Around Bird Paradise (gift redemption at the membership counter) |
Festive Lion Dance Performance and Meet God of Fortune Start the year on a roaring good note with vibrant lion dance performances and the opportunity to meet the God of Fortune mascot.
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Date: 29 and 30 Jan 2025
Time: 9.30am Venue: Entrance of Bird Paradise |
Zoo-diac Predictions Find out what’s in store in the year ahead and get some advice on how to make the most of the new year.
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Date: 28 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Venue: Entrance of Bird Paradise |
Night Safari Activities |
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Festive Star Animal Keeper Talk and Sensory Enrichment – Cave Racer and Carpet Python Watch our star snakes engage with specially prepared items while their keepers share interesting facts about these species and how enrichment activities encourage them to display natural behaviours.
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Date: 29, 30 Jan, 1, 2, 8 and 9 Feb 2025
Time: 8.30pm Venue: Cave racer exhibit at Night Safari |
Festive TwiLIGHT Performance A dazzling LED performance with Lunar New Year greetings awaits! |
Date: 29 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Time: 8pm and 9pm Venue: Night Safari Courtyard |
Zoo-diac Predictions Find out what’s in store in the year ahead and get some advice on how to make the most of the new year. |
Date: 28 Jan – 12 Feb 2025
Venue: Entrance walkway of Night Safari |
Promotions |
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Festive Fortune Awaits Local residents with the free WildPass digital membership can enjoy up to 20 percent off admission to the parks in the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. |
Date: Ongoing
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Be Among the Lucky First! The first 188 guests to enter any of our four wildlife parks on select days will receive an exclusive Mandai Wildlife Reserve zodiac "gold coin" – a keepsake to bring you luck and prosperity this season. |
Date: 29, 30 Jan, 1, 2, 8, 9 Feb 2025
Venue: Park entrances |
Celebrate with Savings: Be a Friend of Wildlife Enjoy 15 percent off Friends of Wildlife / Friends of Wildlife Plus (Individual Adult / Family) membership and receive an exclusive red packet set. Sign up at www.friendsofwildlife.sg. *Red packet sets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and while stocks last. T&Cs apply. |
Promo period: 2 – 31 Jan 2025 |
Celebrate in Style this Lunar New Year Explore our Lunar New Year-themed retail offerings and receive a free tangerine trivet with every purchase of $68 or more in a single transaction. *While stocks last. T&Cs apply. |
Venue: Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari and Bird Paradise shops |
Lunar New Year Feast-ivities Indulge in a 3-course set lunch for adults and kids. Members enjoy 20 percent off. *While stocks last. T&Cs apply. |
Date: 29 Jan – 2 Feb 2025
Time: 11am – 2.30pm (last seating at 2pm) Venue: Forest Lodge at Singapore Zoo |
