Vision
A world-class home for nature.
A leading zoo where wildlife, people, and science thrive together.
The wild is closer than you think
Face the wild.
Meet Malaysia's most powerful predators and the people fighting to protect them.
Established 1963 · Kuala Lumpur
Zoo Negara About us.
Malaysia's first local zoo, built for Malaysians and grown into a national home for wildlife.
Managed by the Malaysian Zoological Society, its open-concept habitats give more than 90% of the animals spacious landscapes shaped around their natural behaviour.
- 1963
- Officially opened
- 61.53
- Acres of land
- 3,072+
- Animals in our care
- 327
- Species represented
Mission
Care. Conserve. Lead.
- Exceptional animal care.
- Conservation through education and research.
- Shared wildlife knowledge.
Your day at the zoo.
Opening times, directions, learning, and ways to get closer to the work behind every habitat.
Opening hours & rates
Admission, concessions, and daily opening times.
Show times
Plan around the multi-animal presentation.
e-Brochure
Download guides and visitor information.
Getting there
Routes by road, rail, and bus.
KeeperKu programme
Work alongside the people who care for wildlife.
Education packages
Outdoor learning for schools and young explorers.
Highlights
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Be a part of the change.
Support expert care, habitat improvements, and meaningful enrichment for wildlife.
Support our wildlife
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A year of wild encounters.
Enjoy unlimited annual visits to Zoo Negara with ZooKu membership.
Explore ZooKu
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Stay closer to the wild.
Zoo Camp is open for registration, bringing young explorers into a deeper zoo experience.
Register for Zoo Camp
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See the bigger picture.
Watch Zoo Negara's corporate film for a closer look at the institution and its work.
Watch the film