Singapore Night Safari: Tram Ride & 1,000+ Nocturnal Animals

The Zoo That Only Opens After Dark

You get entry to Singapore's Night Safari, a tram ride through six zones with over 1,000 nocturnal animals, plus access to walking trails like Leopard Trail and Fishing Cat Trail. The Creatures of the Night Show runs during your visit. Your e-ticket is valid for entry on your chosen date, and you skip the advance ticket line.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Night Safari and Tram Ride

• Enter the Night Safari in Singapore
• Relax on the Tram Ride
• Explore 6 geographical zones
• Hop off at Leopard Trail
• Walk Fishing Cat or Forest Giant Trail
• Watch Creatures of the Night Show

The experience

You step off the tram and realize the animals around you are actually awake: properly awake, hunting and moving the way they do in the wild. That's the strange part about Night Safari in Singapore: everything you'd normally see asleep at a regular zoo is right here, active and visible, because the whole place operates after dusk. The park sits in a tropical jungle setting and holds over 1,000 nocturnal creatures spread across six geographical zones, each one designed to look like the animal's actual habitat. You don't have to figure out how to get there or buy tickets separately. Your e-ticket gets you straight in.

The tram ride is the spine of the visit. You board and move through the zones at a pace that lets you actually see what's happening: flying squirrels gliding between trees, fishing cats moving along the water's edge, creatures you'd never spot in daylight. The tram does the heavy lifting. You just sit and watch. If something catches your eye, you can hop off at designated stops and walk the Leopard Trail on foot, or take the Fishing Cat Trail or Forest Giant Trail if you want to move slower and look closer. The Creatures of the Night Show runs during the visit too, if you time it right. It's a live demonstration of how nocturnal animals hunt and survive.

The whole setup means you're not rushing between exhibits or standing in lines to see the next thing. You move through the zones in sequence, and the animals are doing their thing whether you're watching or not. It's the opposite of a daytime zoo where everything is still. Public transportation gets you to the entrance, and the park is wheelchair accessible if you need that. Most people spend three to four hours here, though you can stay longer if you want to catch the show and do multiple walking trails.

What’s included

• Your visit includes entry to Night Safari, access to the tram ride through all six geographical zones, and access to the walking trails (Leopard Trail, Fishing Cat Trail, and Forest Giant Trail).
• The Creatures of the Night Show is also available during your visit if time permits.
• Your e-ticket is digital and valid for the date you select.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessiblePublic transport nearby

Operated by MAM Holidays Singapore

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see a zoo's full roster of animals actually moving and hunting, without arranging separate transport or standing in a ticket line. The tram does the navigation and your e-ticket gets you straight in at your chosen time.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What time does Night Safari open?

The park opens at 7:15 PM. Tram rides and walking trails operate throughout the evening.

Can I walk around the entire park or do I have to stay on the tram?

The tram is the main way to move through the zones, but you can hop off at designated stops to walk the Leopard Trail, Fishing Cat Trail, and Forest Giant Trail on foot before rejoining the next tram.

How long does the tram ride take?

The tram journey through all six zones takes approximately 40 minutes, but you can extend your visit by walking the trails and watching the Creatures of the Night Show.

What animals will I see?

Over 1,000 nocturnal animals across six zones, including flying squirrels, giant flying bats, fishing cats, leopards, and other creatures that are active at night.

Is the park wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Night Safari is wheelchair accessible. The tram accommodates wheelchairs, and the walking trails are also accessible.

Do I need to book in advance or can I buy a ticket at the gate?

You can buy at the gate, but booking your e-ticket in advance guarantees entry on your chosen date and lets you skip the ticket line.

What should I bring?

Bring a light jacket (the evening can be cool), a camera for photos, and insect repellent. Comfortable walking shoes are useful if you plan to do the walking trails.