Situated near the foot of the Larut Hill in the Taiping Lake GardensSet up in 1961, the Taiping zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the country. The area is set against a backdrop of lakes, streams, and flowers, setting itself apart by showcasing the natural untouched beauty of Taiping. The Taiping Zoo is also called the Taman Mergastua Sultan Idris Shah and is a one of its kind experience in the Northern Peninsular of Malaysia. This whopping 34-acre territory is home to about 1,300 animals of 180 species. Boasting of a fauna that includes orangutans, giraffes, elephants, deer, night heron, its no wonder the zoo takes pride and advertises most about their night safaris when the wild likes to come out to play. The zoo displays nocturnal animals in natural-like settings for the benefit of the visitors. You don’t want to miss out on this experience suited for families and group vacations.
It is 1.5 km away from the city center.
You can reach there by Bus or Taxi.
Bus Fare: 10 RM
Taxi Fare: 20RM
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Entrance Fee
RM 20 for Adults
Time you can spend
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