Meet Wildlife at Malaysia's National Zoo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
May, Jun, Jul
24°C – 33°C, may in kuala lumpur is characterized by hot temperatures and high humidity, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 33°C, may in kuala lumpur is characterized by hot temperatures and high humidity, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible paths; walking required; seating available.
Wheelchair accessible paths; walking required; seating available.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews, with concerns about exhibit quality.
Mixed reviews, with concerns about exhibit quality.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Diverse Species
Couples enjoyed seeing the variety of animals and open-concept habitats at Zoo Negara.
Well Maintained
Travelers found some enclosures well-maintained, enhancing the overall experience.
Educational Programs
Couples appreciated the educational animal shows and feeding sessions offered at the zoo.
Poor Maintenance
Some older exhibits were noted as needing maintenance, disappointing some couples.
Overpriced Entry
Visitors felt the entry fee was high, especially considering some concerns.
Missing Attractions
Couples were disappointed by the absence of key attractions during their visit.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
23-31°C
December sees a slight decrease in rainfall compared to November but remains within the monsoon season. Average high temperatures are around 30.6°C, with lows of 23.1°C. Rainfall averages 246 mm over approximately 24 days.
December sees a slight decrease in rainfall compared to November but remains within the monsoon season. Average high temperatures are around 30.6°C, with lows of 23.1°C. Rainfall averages 246 mm over approximately 24 days.
Open
Increased demand during the holiday season may lead to limited availability of accommodations and higher prices.
Increased demand during the holiday season may lead to limited availability of accommodations and higher prices.
Recommended
December offers festive celebrations and a lively atmosphere, making it an attractive time for visitors. However, travelers should be prepared for higher prices and plan accommodations in advance due to increased demand.
December offers festive celebrations and a lively atmosphere, making it an attractive time for visitors. However, travelers should be prepared for higher prices and plan accommodations in advance due to increased demand.
January
MEDIUM
22-31°C
January in Kuala Lumpur is warm and humid, with average high temperatures around 31°C and lows around 22.3°C. The month experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 47mm over approximately 21.8 days.
January in Kuala Lumpur is warm and humid, with average high temperatures around 31°C and lows around 22.3°C. The month experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 47mm over approximately 21.8 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; the zoo operates as usual.
No significant restrictions; the zoo operates as usual.
Recommended
January offers a comfortable climate for visiting the National Zoo, with manageable crowd levels and standard pricing. It's advisable to check the weather forecast for potential rain and plan visits accordingly.
January offers a comfortable climate for visiting the National Zoo, with manageable crowd levels and standard pricing. It's advisable to check the weather forecast for potential rain and plan visits accordingly.
February
MEDIUM
22-31°C
February continues the warm and humid trend, with average high temperatures around 31°C and lows around 22.3°C. Rainfall decreases slightly, averaging 32mm over approximately 18.7 days.
February continues the warm and humid trend, with average high temperatures around 31°C and lows around 22.3°C. Rainfall decreases slightly, averaging 32mm over approximately 18.7 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; the zoo operates as usual.
No significant restrictions; the zoo operates as usual.
Recommended
February is a favorable month to visit the National Zoo, with pleasant weather and moderate crowds. Visitors should still be prepared for occasional rain showers.
February is a favorable month to visit the National Zoo, with pleasant weather and moderate crowds. Visitors should still be prepared for occasional rain showers.
March
LOW
23-30°C
March sees a slight increase in temperatures, with average highs of 30.3°C and lows of 22.7°C. Rainfall increases to 268mm over approximately 25 days, indicating a wetter period.
March sees a slight increase in temperatures, with average highs of 30.3°C and lows of 22.7°C. Rainfall increases to 268mm over approximately 25 days, indicating a wetter period.
Open
No significant restrictions; the zoo operates as usual.
No significant restrictions; the zoo operates as usual.
Recommended
March offers a less crowded experience at the National Zoo, though visitors should be prepared for frequent rain showers. It's advisable to plan indoor activities or bring appropriate rain gear.
March offers a less crowded experience at the National Zoo, though visitors should be prepared for frequent rain showers. It's advisable to plan indoor activities or bring appropriate rain gear.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Metro
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required