Singapore Night Safari: Tram & Walking Trail with Dinner Option

Lions Under Moonlight: Singapore's Night Safari After Dark

You ride the Night Safari Tram through six regions under moonlight, walk a trail for closer views, and catch the Creatures of the Night Show if weather permits. Admission is included. Add a buffet dinner at the Courtyard Restaurant with local and international dishes if you want to eat on-site. The whole experience runs after sunset, so plan for an evening outing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Night Safari and Animal Encounters

• Explore nocturnal animal kingdom
• Ride Night Safari Tram
• See lions under full moon
• View free-ranging Malayan tapirs
• Meet Chawang the Asian elephant
• Join guided walking trail
• Watch Creatures of the Night Show
• Enjoy optional buffet dinner

The experience

"The animals come alive when the sun goes down. That's when you really see them," our guide said as the tram pulled away from the station. And he was right. The Night Safari in Singapore operates entirely after sunset, which means the whole park shifts into a different rhythm. You're riding through six geographical regions on the tram: each one lit just enough to watch the animals move without the glare of daylight. The lions are there, actually resting under the moonlight the way the description promises, and then you pass the Malayan tapirs wandering freely across their space, and somewhere in there you meet Chawang, the Asian bull elephant who's been part of this place for years.

After the tram ride, there's a walking trail where you get closer to animals on foot, which feels different, slower, quieter. The Creatures of the Night Show runs for about twenty minutes and shows up on the schedule, though weather can cancel it, so don't plan your whole evening around that one thing. If you upgrade to include dinner, you eat at the Courtyard Restaurant, which has both local favorites and international options served buffet-style in a rustic setting. It's not fine dining, but it's meant to fit the park's vibe, and you're eating while you're still inside, so you don't lose time heading out to find food elsewhere.

The whole experience is built around the fact that nocturnal animals behave differently at night. They're active, they're hunting, they're doing what they actually do instead of sleeping through the day while tourists watch. That's the real difference between this and a regular zoo visit. You're seeing the animals on their schedule, not yours, and the park is designed around that completely.

What’s included

• Admission to the Night Safari.
• tram ride through six geographical regions.
• walking trail for closer animal viewing.
• access to the Creatures of the Night Show (subject to weather).
• optional buffet dinner with local and international cuisine at the Courtyard Restaurant if you choose to upgrade.

Options for this experience

3 options

Up to 10 people · Guide in English18:00, 18:15 and 18:30

Up to 4 people · Guide in English18:00

Up to 10 people · Guide in English18:00, 18:15 and 18:30

Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 18:00, 18:15 and 18:30Last departure this season: 31 Dec

Book up to2d before

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

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “This experience has no hotel pickup or drop-off. Please make your own way to the Tour Coordination Centre at Paradox Singapore, Merchant Court (Concierge Desk, Hotel Lobby), 20 Merchant Road, at least 15 minutes before…”

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Tour East - Singapore

Is this one for you?Good for families and wildlife enthusiasts who want to see nocturnal animals active and behaving naturally. The evening timing is what makes that possible, and the tram plus walking trail combination means you don't have to choose between comfort and closeness.

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 the Night Safari start?

The park operates after sunset. Check the website for exact opening times, as they vary by season.

Is the tram ride included in the ticket price?

Yes, admission includes the tram ride through the six geographical regions.

What if the Creatures of the Night Show is cancelled?

The show is subject to weather conditions. If it's cancelled, you still have the tram ride and walking trail to enjoy.

Is dinner included in the ticket?

Dinner is optional. You can upgrade to include a buffet meal at the Courtyard Restaurant, or visit without it.

How long does the whole experience take?

Plan for several hours. The tram ride, walking trail, and show (if it runs) take up most of an evening.

Can I leave and come back if I upgrade to dinner?

Once you're inside the park, you can move between the tram, walking areas, and restaurant at your own pace.