About Zoo Taiping & Night Safari
Zoo Taiping & Night Safari is located within the Taiping Lake Gardens in Taiping, Perak. Established in 1961, it is the oldest zoo in Malaysia and covers 34 acres. It houses over 1,300 animals representing more than 180 species. It is notable for being the first Night Safari in Malaysia, offering nocturnal animal viewing via tram and walking trails in a natural rainforest setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore open-concept animal exhibits set among natural streams, lakes and rainforest vegetation within Taiping Lake Gardens. The day zoo offers walking paths to view mammals, reptiles, birds and primates including elephants, lions, tigers and orangutans. At night, the Night Safari provides a guided tram ride and walking trails to observe nocturnal animals under special lighting. The site includes landscaped gardens, ponds and shaded walkways.
Key highlights
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Oldest zoo in Malaysia, established in 1961
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First Night Safari in Malaysia with tram ride and walking trails
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Over 1,300 animals from more than 180 species
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Located within the scenic Taiping Lake Gardens
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Open-concept exhibits designed to mimic natural habitats
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Nocturnal animal viewing under low-level lighting