Taiping Zoo & Night Safari

The country’s First Zoo, established in 1961, located within Taiping Lake Gardens compound. Taiping Zoo houses local and exotic wildlife species in excellent surroundings. The zoo of North Peninsular Malaysia, it tends to receive a big crowds especially during school holidays.

Taiping Zoo Entrance Fee

Opening hours : 8:30am ~ 6:00pm
Admission fee  : RM25 / RM12 / RM10 (adult/child/Senior)
Tram Car         : Free

Night Safari

At the Night Safari, visitors can observe the nocturnal habits of animals on a tram, which takes them through the gardens and zoo areas where they can watch animals that come out in the night to feed and play. The animals are usually fed in the morning between 10am and noon.

Night Safari Entrance Fee
Opening hours : 8:00pm ~ 11:00pm (Monday ~ Friday)
Opening hours : 8:00pm ~ 12:00am (Saturday & Public Holidays)
Admission fee  : RM30 / RM15 / RM10 (adult/child/Senior)
Tram Car          : Free
* ticket price adjusted w.e.f 15-Mar-2026
** Non-citizen ticket prices apply Tel: 05-808-6577
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‘JOJO’ NEW FAMILY AT ZOO TAIPING & NIGHT SAFARI (ZTNS)

Zoo Taiping & Night Safari is pleased to introduce Jojo, a male orangutan from the Borneo orangutan species who was born in December 2025. Jojo is the son of Veera (male) and Katarina (female). Jojo also has a sister named Kasih who is now 6 years old.

see for yourself the cuteness of Jojo, a new family member who is sure to steal the attention of visitors

With the birth of Jojo, there are now 6 orangutans from the Borneo Orangutan species at Zoo Taiping & Night Safari consisting of an adult male (Veera), three adult females (Heaven, Katarina and Wasabi), a female (Kasih) and a male named Jojo.

Orangutans are an endangered species according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and are protected under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 (Act 716) in Malaysia. Don’t miss the opportunity to come to Zoo Taiping & Night Safari and see for yourself the cuteness of Jojo, a new family member who is sure to steal the attention of visitors. source: Zoo Taiping & Night Safari | FB

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Taiping Zoo sends three elephants to Osaka in wildlife collaboration

By ANNABELLE LAWRENCE | 12 Mar 2026

Three elephants from Taiping Zoo and Night Safari have been transported to a zoo in Osaka, Japan, as part of a collaboration that began several years ago.

Perak local government committee chairman Sandrea Ng said a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the parties paved the way for the transfer.

“The collaboration began with discussions in 2022 when the Osaka zoo expressed interest in acquiring elephants from Malaysia.

“The matter was coordinated through Taiping Zoo and the Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan),” she told reporters after distributing bubur lambuk at Bulatan Sultan Azlan Shah in Meru Raya here on Thursday (March 12).

Ng said Perhilitan had conducted several visits and assessments over the past few years to ensure the facilities in Osaka were suitable for the elephants.

“We carried out several rounds of discussions and site visits to ensure the welfare and living conditions for the elephants would be appropriate,” she said when responding to a social media post regarding the relocation of the three elephants to Japan.

According to the post, the elephants – named Dara, Amoi and Kelat – had arrived safely in Tennoji Zoo after departing Malaysia on Tuesday.

“Representatives from Taiping Zoo are expected to visit the Osaka zoo to observe the elephants and their environment, as well as sign a memorandum of understanding in April.

“Taiping Zoo is also expected to receive several animals from the Osaka zoo as part of a two-way collaboration,” she said.

Responding to public concerns, Ng assured that the welfare of the animals remains a priority.

“In this cooperation, Taiping Zoo and Perhilitan will ensure that the elephants’ welfare is safeguarded and that they are properly cared for,” she said, adding that the animals would continue to be closely monitored. source: theStar

Taiping Bird Week

• Taiping Bird Week 6.0 or Taiping Bird Week 2025 will be held in Taiping Pavilion Zoo and Night Safari
  Venue: Taiping Lake Gardens
  Date: 10 to 12-October-2025
  Time: 08:00 ~ 18:00
  Activities will be conducted in conjunction with the event includes:
  Taiping Bird Race
  Hornbill Fun Walk
  Taiping Bird Week Coloring Contest
  Bird Talk and Taiping Photo Run 

Taiping Bird Week is more than just a festival; it’s a vibrant convergence of nature, education, and community spirit. It’s an invitation to slow down, look up, and discover the feathered wonders that make Taiping such a special place. Whether you’re a seasoned birder with a high-powered telescope or a curious beginner, Taiping Bird Week offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and learn about the fascinating world of birds.

The Goals and Significance:

• Raise Awareness: To highlight the incredible bird diversity in Taiping and the need to protect it
• Promote Eco-Tourism: To position Taiping as a leading destination for nature lovers, benefiting the local economy
• Foster Conservation: To inspire local residents and visitors to become stewards of their natural environment
• Build Community: To create a network of people who are passionate about birds and nature

UMCares, MPT sign MoU for research collaboration in Taiping

by Zaki Salleh, 30-May-2025 | ipohehco

Taiping has been selected as a pioneer area and adopted community (Kampung Angkat) of Universiti Malaya (UM), an initiative implemented through its Community Engagement Centre (UMCares).

This inaugural initiative has been realized in collaboration with the Taiping Municipal Council (MPT) through the launch of UMCares@Taiping.

This inaugural initiative has been realized in collaboration with the Taiping Municipal Council (MPT) through the launch of UMCares@Taiping.

Taiping was chosen as the pilot location due to its rich historical value and its potential for sustainable development.

A total of nine projects will be implemented in Taiping, including the Larut Foothills Development Project, the One Million Trees Programme, and the Financial Empowerment Project for Rural B40 Entrepreneurs, among others.

This effort aligns with Universiti Malaya’s strategic agenda: Communitize, Internationalize, and Industrialize.

UM has chosen Taiping Zoo and Night Safari as a research site for conducting scientific studies.

It is more than just a slogan — it reflects a true commitment to engaging with the community through the involvement of academics, administrators, and students who are actively on the ground, sharing knowledge and energy for the betterment of society.

Earlier, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between UM Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Noor Azuan Osman, and MPT President, Khairul Amir Mohamad Zubir.

UM has chosen Taiping Zoo and Night Safari as a research site for conducting scientific studies.

The research will involve behavioral ecology and welfare assessments of large mammal species such as the Golden Cat, Leopard Cat, and other carnivores, as well as water quality assessments and pond treatment studies.

June the baby hippo captures hearts at Taiping Zoo

Every mealtime, June enthusiastically mimics the actions of her brother Atan and parents April and Lek, positioning herself at the edge of their pond and opening her mouth wide to receive food.

One by one, bundles of napier grass, vegetables and fruits are tossed into the gaping maws of the four family members by their caretaker, Muhammad Shahrul Izwan Muhammad Azhari.

“Hippos spend 90% of their time in the water, including mating, giving birth, and nursing their young. June was also born and raised in the water. We only saw her follow her mother onto land after a few weeks,” Read more…

30 birds from Fukuoka Zoo going to Taiping Zoo

05-Dec-2019

Perak’s Zoo Taiping and Night Safari may see visitor numbers soar after a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed today for a bird exchange with Japan next year.

The agreement aimed at strengthening ties will see 30 birds comprising three species being flown down from Fukuoka City Zoological Garden and a pair of African crowned cranes going over from Zoo Taiping and Night Safari.

Fukuoka City Zoological Garden director, Sato Hiroaki, said the zoo was picked because it is well-managed and clean, aside from the weather here being suitable for the birds.

“We’re sending 10 Silver gulls, 10 Pied imperial pigeons and 10 Rosy-billed pochards,” he said after the MoU was inked between him and Zoo Taiping and Night Safari director, Dr Kevin Lazarus, while witnessed by Taiping Municipal Council (MPT) president, Borhan Abdul Halim.

“The collaboration complements wildlife conservation efforts here and the zoo environment,” Borhan said, adding it is very relevant to promoting environmental protection and awareness.

— BERNAMA

The Zookeepers of the Taiping Zoo and Night Safari consider their Workplace Second Homes

Behind the scenes

WHILE the stench of animal dung repel us, the zookeepers of the Taiping Zoo and Night Safari consider their workplace second homes.

It is the affection for the animals living in the zoo that keeps them going day in, day out.
Not only did the BRATs visit the Taiping Zoo & Night Safari, they even got to visit areas of the zoo closed to the public.

“Look! The monkeys are mating!” exclaims Gopal Krishnan Mohani, who takes cares of monkeys at the zoo. We couldn’t tell the difference but Gopal is able to tell the moods of the animals just looking at their faces and behavious. He has, after all, worked at the zoo for 18 years and is still passionate about his job.

In fact, just looking at the way he feeds and cares for the animals, you can tell how much he loves them. This is despite the amount of work that goes into his job. Gopal’s daily routine begins at 8am when he starts cleaning the cages and feeding the animals. At this point, if he thinks that an animal is sick (by monitoring the animal’s food intake and colour of its faeces, as examples), he will contact the zoo’s vet for professional opinion.

Ramli Mustapha also appears to be as dedicated as Gopal. He is the bird keeper with the zoo, and has been working there for six years. Previously, he worked with the late Ali Khan, known as Raja Ular Malaysia.

The 29-year-old spends the day raking leaves, disposing bird waste, changing water and feeding the birds, which can be very time consuming. His love for birds, as a child, encouraged him to take on the job and treat them like family.

The Star – 30 March, 2008