Be among the first 188 visitors each day at Curiosity Cove, the newly opened indoor playscape, or any of the five wildlife parks — Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders, Bird Paradise and Rainforest Wild ASIA — to receive a limited-edition gold coin embossed with the year’s zodiac animal. This exclusive collectible makes a special keepsake for the festive season.
Animal ambassadors take centre stage during presentations, unveiling festive greetings and “selecting” lucky numbers, adding a playful touch to the celebrations. Across the precinct’s five wildlife parks, visitors can also observe animals participating in festive-themed enrichment activities. At Singapore Zoo’s Wild Africa, watch the Grevy’s zebras, the largest and most threatened species of zebras in the wild, as they explore themed enrichment activities designed to engage their senses while encouraging natural foraging behaviours. Be sure to say hello to the female zebra foal who is just three months old and already winning the hearts of visitors! This “stripe of good fortune” is a joyful reminder of the new beginnings the season represents, and a timely symbol of balance, harmony and luck.
Breakfast in the Wild, Singapore Zoo’s iconic experience, continues to delight guests with hearty meals and encounters with animal ambassadors such as the orangutan, African penguin and the Bengal eagle owl. This Lunar New Year, the experience gets a festive twist with special appearances from the loveable falabellas – the world’s smallest breed of horses — captivating guests with their gentle charm. To mark the Year of the Horse, Singapore Zoo is also launching a brand-new experience, Hello from the Wild: Horse. Guided by animal keepers, guests can enjoy an up-close interactive encounter with a pony and falabellas, learning about these gentle and curious animals.
Continue the fun and embark on the Horse-picious digital trails on the Mandai App to unlock clues, discover fun facts and reveal each park’s star animal. Completing the trail earns a limited-edition keychain as a memento of the visit to the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Young visitors can also join Ranger Buddies characters Al and Min for a “Huat’s Up Ranger Buddies” celebration, featuring craft workshops at Curiosity Cove and discounts when they purchase mission kits at Singapore Zoo!
After exploring the parks, visitors can browse retail outlets across the Mandai Wildlife Reserve for festive apparel and accessories — from tangerine bags, purses to red packets made from plantable paper that grow into flowers and herbs.
With wildlife encounters, engaging trails, seasonal shopping, and family-friendly programmes, the Mandai Wildlife Reserve offers a memorable way for families to welcome the Lunar New Year and create lasting traditions together. Local residents with WildPass enjoy all-year-round discounted access to the five parks and Curiosity Cove, from S$31.50. WildPass holders receive free entry for themselves when accompanied by one paying adult during their birthday month, providing a memorable way to celebrate a special day surrounded by wildlife and family fun.
For more information on the Horse-picious New Year, visit www.wildcny.sg.
