Located in the Gianyar regency, Bali Zoo or ‘Kebun Binatang Bali’ embraces the plethora of its homeland’s wildlife amidst its surrounding village of Singapadu. This zoological park is an ideal site to experience over 500 rare and exotic animals in its natural environment. Spread across 12 hectares of tropical greenery, Bali Zoo offers a range of activities including Breakfast with Orangutans, jeep safaris, and Elephant mud baths.
Timings - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee - IDR 130,000
Top Wildlife - Lion, tiger, lemur, elephant, orangutan
The Bali Bird And Reptile Park home to over 1000 birds and 250 different species of reptiles. Visitors can take pictures with toucans and there are other activities like bird shows, bird-watching and feeding Komodo Dragons. There are dining and shopping facilities and washrooms available at this zoo in Bali.
Timings - 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee - IDR 385,000
Top Wildlife - Parrot, pelican, birds of paradise, Komodo dragon
The Bali Safari and Marine Park, or 'Taman Safari Indonesia III' is one of the most popular animal theme parks in the island. It is home to over 100 species of animals from India, Africa and Indonesia. Located in Gianyar, this zoo in Bali features several endangered species. Activities include jeep safaris, night safaris, animal rides, and Breakfast with lions.
Timings - 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee - IDR 500,000
Top Wildlife - Orangutans, Komodo dragons and White tigers
A natural habitat for over 600 Balinese long-tailed monkeys, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud, Bali serves as a tourist hotspot owing to both its religious and wildlife value. Roughly 115 species of trees and numerous monkeys looking for handouts from tourists, makes this a unique zoo in Bali. It is advisable to follow rules and be cautious of monkeys, escpecially with children.
Timings - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee - IDR 40,000
Top Wildlife - Long-tail Macaque
the Hidden Canyon Mini Zoo in Bali is located among rice paddies, around a half-hour’s drive away from central Ubud. Most of the species of Creepy crawlies like tarantulas, snakes and bats are rescued from Bali. Animals are generally friendly and visitors can hold snakes and reptiles, and give them treats. There's a coffee shop, washrooms, drinking water, and a souvenir shop inside the Zoo.
Timings - 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Entry Fee - IDR 150,000
Top Wildlife - Iguana, python, tarantula
Ubud is known as a haven for bird-watchers from all over the world. The morning guided walk begins in Ubud Rice Terraces through Petulu Village, Begawan Foundation for Bali Starling Conservation, and Goa Aura Goa Lawah. Walkers can spot over 125 bird species. The fee includes a guide, lunch and coffee or tea, binoculars, hotel pick-up and drop-off and optional polaroid and ATVs.
Timings - Flexible (8 hours duration)
Tickets - IDR 550,000
Top Birds - Pintail Snipe, Javan Pond-Heron
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