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Bali Zoo: A Visitor’s Guide to Tickets, Shows and Animals
Orangutans, Sumatran elephants and tigers in Singapadu, about 13 km south of Ubud.
By The Bali Guideline Editorial TeamUpdated 11 November 2026
Overview
Bali Zoo, before you go.
Bali Zoo is the island’s main zoo, in Singapadu village about 13 km south of central Ubud and 13 km north of Sanur, with about 600 animals including orangutans, Sumatran tigers and elephants. It suits families with children and takes about three hours. Book online, and know that the hands-on programs cost far more than entry.
Bali Zoo opened in 2002, founded by Anak Agung Gde Putra, and his son Lesmana Putra has run it since 2011. It was the first zoo on the island and is still the main one. The zoo says it covers more than 12 hectares of gardens and enclosures on the road between Denpasar and Ubud, with about 600 animals of more than 60 species. In February 2024 it counted 800 to 1,000 visitors on an ordinary weekday and up to 2,000 on holidays, about 70% of them Indonesian.
The collection mixes Indonesian species with animals from abroad. Kampung Sumatra holds Sumatran tigers and a stage for the bird show. Elsewhere you will find orangutans, siamang and silvery gibbons, Javan langurs, Bali starlings, cassowaries, a Komodo dragon, bears, binturongs and a Bengal tiger, plus lions, zebras, meerkats, lemurs and sitatunga. The zoo breeds silvery gibbons, and one of them, Boris, was released into the wild in West Java with the government conservation agencies on 25 July 2019.
A standard ticket covers the walk around the park, a Jungle Encounter with small animals such as a fennec fox and a binturong, two short presentations, at noon and in the mid-afternoon, and the Jungle Splash water play area for children. The zoo’s business, though, is close contact. It sells breakfast beside the orangutan playground, brunch and feeding sessions with capybaras, an Elephant Mud Fun program, a ranger-car Elephant Explorer tour and an after-hours tour, each at several times the entry price. Its own pages say visitors can also feed deer, elephants, lions and tigers under staff guidance.
That contact model is where the real questions sit. On 16 December 2024 Molly, a 45-year-old Sumatran elephant, was swept away by a sudden river current while her keeper led her back across a stream after a daily outing. She was found dead in the Cengceng River the next morning. The zoo promised a review of its procedures in the rainy season, and the Bali conservation agency said it would evaluate the care of the 14 remaining elephants. The zoo now says the mud program pauses when heavy rain raises the river. If you prefer to watch rather than touch, the general ticket is enough for a full morning.
- Opening hours
- Daily 9 AM–5 PM, last entry 4 PM (checked Nov 2026)
- Ticket
- Foreigners IDR 395,000 adults, IDR 280,000 children (checked Nov 2026)
- Time needed
- About 3 hours; 5–7 hours with a program
- Best time
- Weekday mornings from 9 AM, dry season
- Dress code
- Casual; walking shoes, hat, swimwear for the water play
- Location
- Singapadu, Sukawati, 13 km south of central Ubud (25–40 min)
Today at Bali Zoo
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- 12 hr 29 min of light
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Bali Zoo, Jl. Raya Singapadu, Singapadu, Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali 80582, Indonesia
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What to see at Bali Zoo.
- 01
Kampung Sumatra and the big cats
Kampung Sumatra is the zoo’s Sumatran section, home to its tiger pair, Pandeka and Sean, and the stage for the afternoon bird presentation. Lions, including one the zoo calls Jojo, and a Bengal tiger live nearby. Big cats are most active in the cooler morning, so walk this way soon after the 9 AM opening rather than in the midday heat.
- 02
Orangutans and Breakfast with Orangutan
The orangutan family, including a young male named Gandhi, whose birth to Dara the zoo announced in December 2022, is a highlight for most children. Breakfast with Orangutan runs from 8 AM to 10 AM at the orangutans’ playground, starting an hour before the zoo opens to day visitors. It cost IDR 825,000 per adult and IDR 580,000 per child for foreigners, including admission (checked Nov 2026). The zoo warns that orangutan behavior varies and the experience may not match the photos.
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Elephant programs
The zoo says it is home to 14 Sumatran elephants and has had two male calves born there. Elephant Mud Fun includes feeding, a mud bath and lunch, for IDR 1,500,000 per adult. Children under 120 cm cannot enter the mud area. Elephant Explorer is a 90-minute ranger-car tour with feeding from 10 AM. The zoo pauses the mud program when heavy rain makes the river crossing unsafe.
- 04
Free shows and the Jungle Encounter
Three sessions are included in the ticket. The Jungle Encounter at Tamaki Gate runs from 10 to 11:30 AM and 1 to 2:30 PM, with a raccoon, skunk, fennec fox, binturong and reptiles. The Animal Presentation is at the Green Stage from 12 to 12:20 PM, and the Bird Presentation at the Kampung Sumatra stage from 2:30 to 2:50 PM. Check times at the gate.
- 05
Capybara sessions
Capybaras are the zoo’s newest draw. Brunch with Capybara is a 90-minute session from 9:30 AM with a meal, a drink and hand-feeding, for IDR 750,000 per adult. Capybara Connection, from 1 to 2 PM, drops the meal and keeps the feeding and a drink, for IDR 605,000 per adult (checked Nov 2026). Both include zoo admission, so plan the rest of the visit around them.
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Jungle Splash water play
Jungle Splash is a water play area for children, included in the general ticket. It is the easiest way to cool down a hot, tired child halfway through the loop. Pack swimwear, a towel and a change of clothes, and keep an eye on younger children while older ones run between the sprays.
- 07
Behind Closed Doors
This after-hours program runs from 4 to 6 PM, with a guided back-of-house tour, encounters with an orangutan and an elephant, and snacks and drinks, including beer for adults. It cost IDR 900,000 per adult for foreigners (checked Nov 2026), with last check-in at 3 PM. You can arrive earlier and walk the zoo on the same ticket before it starts.
Seasons
Best time to visit Bali Zoo.
Come at the 9 AM opening. The air is cooler, the animals are more active, and you can see the big cats and orangutans before tour groups arrive. A morning from 9 AM to about 1 PM catches the first Jungle Encounter and the noon presentation. If you prefer the afternoon, arrive by 1 PM for the second encounter and the 2:30 PM bird presentation; last entry is 4 PM.
Weekdays are quieter. Indonesian holidays such as Lebaran, Chinese New Year and the school holidays bring up to 2,000 visitors a day. The zoo, like all of Bali, closes on Nyepi, the Day of Silence, which falls on 8 March 2027.
From November to March, rain usually arrives in the afternoon, so mornings are the safer slot. Heavy rain can pause the Elephant Mud Fun program because of the river crossing, so check with the zoo before booking it in the wet season, and pack a light rain jacket.
Coming between November and March? Read our Bali rainy season guide →
Getting There
How to get to Bali Zoo.
| From | Time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Central Ubud | 25–40 min | About 13 km south by car, Grab, Gojek or scooter through the craft villages toward Batubulan. Allow more in afternoon traffic leaving Ubud. |
| Sanur | 20–35 min | About 13 km north by car via the bypass and Batubulan. The easiest trip from the beach areas. |
| Bali airport (DPS) | 45–75 min | About 28 km by car via the bypass. Works as a first or last stop between the airport and Ubud. |
| Seminyak | 45–75 min | About 26 km by car or driver through Denpasar or via the bypass. Leave by 8 AM to arrive at opening. |
| Canggu | 50–80 min | About 24 km by car through north Denpasar, where traffic sets the time. |
| Nusa Dua | 50–75 min | About 33 km by car up the bypass past Sanur. |
| Uluwatu | 75–110 min | About 45 km by car. Better combined with a night in Ubud or Sanur than done as a round trip. |
Getting around Bali Zoo
The zoo has its own parking area at the entrance for cars, drivers and scooters. Grab, Gojek and taxis drop off at the gate, but rides back can take a while in Singapadu, so many families keep the driver who brought them. The zoo also sells packages with hotel transfers from the main areas.
Inside, you walk paved paths around the enclosures, and the zoo lists wheelchair access and a shuttle bus within the grounds. Facilities include toilets, a restaurant, an ATM, a prayer room and Wi-Fi. Strollers help with small children, since the loop takes about three hours at a family pace.
Bring your e-ticket on your phone. Tickets bought on the website are non-refundable, and the booking calendar can block dates, including the same day. If your date shows as unavailable, contact the zoo through the official site before you travel.
Tickets & Tours
Bali Zoo tours on Klook.
You can visit on your own with the details above. If you would rather have the driver, guide or entry sorted, these Klook tours include Bali Zoo. Prices, pick-up areas and what is included vary, so check the listing before you book.
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Know Before You Go
Bali Zoo tips that save time and trouble.
- 01Book on the official website: foreigners paid IDR 395,000 per adult and IDR 280,000 per child, Indonesians IDR 140,000 and IDR 100,000 (checked Nov 2026).
- 02The child rate covers ages 2 to 12, according to a 2025 Kompas report. Confirm infant entry with the zoo.
- 03Website tickets are non-refundable, so check the weather and your plans before paying.
- 04Arrive at 9 AM for active animals and shade. Last entry is at 4 PM.
- 05Pack swimwear, a towel and a change of clothes for Jungle Splash, and a full change for Elephant Mud Fun.
- 06Follow keepers’ instructions exactly during any feeding, keep fingers outside enclosures and hold small children back.
- 07Skip Elephant Mud Fun with children under 120 cm; they are not allowed into the mud area.
- 08Bring sunscreen, a hat, water and insect repellent, since the paths are humid by midday.
- 09Pair it with Bali Bird Park, about 2 km away, only if the children have energy for two parks.
FAQ
Bali Zoo questions, answered.
How much is the Bali Zoo ticket?
On the official website, foreign visitors paid IDR 395,000 per adult and IDR 280,000 per child, and Indonesian citizens IDR 140,000 and IDR 100,000 (checked Nov 2026). The general ticket includes the Jungle Encounter, the animal and bird presentations, Jungle Splash water play and insurance. Breakfast, elephant and capybara programs cost extra and include admission.
What are Bali Zoo’s opening hours?
Daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, with last entry at 4 PM (checked Nov 2026). Breakfast with Orangutan starts earlier, from 8 to 10 AM, and the Behind Closed Doors tour runs from 4 to 6 PM. The zoo closes on Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence, which falls on 8 March 2027.
Is Bali Zoo worth it?
Yes, for families with children who want to see big Indonesian animals such as orangutans, Sumatran tigers and elephants in one place. Allow about three hours. It is expensive by Bali standards, and the hands-on programs cost several times the entry price, so decide in advance which, if any, are worth it to you.
How long do you need at Bali Zoo?
About three hours for the general ticket, which matches the zoo’s own estimate. Add time for Jungle Splash if you have young children. Programs take longer: Breakfast with Orangutan is listed at about five hours including the zoo visit, and Elephant Mud Fun at about seven hours with lunch.
How far is Bali Zoo from Ubud?
About 13 km south of central Ubud, a drive of 25 to 40 minutes, in Singapadu village, Sukawati. From Sanur it is about 13 km, or 20 to 35 minutes, and from the airport about 28 km, or 45 to 75 minutes. It sits on the route between the south coast and Ubud.
What happened to the elephant at Bali Zoo?
On 16 December 2024, Molly, a 45-year-old Sumatran elephant, was swept away by a sudden current while her keeper led her across a river swollen by heavy rain. She was found dead in the Cengceng River the next morning. The zoo promised to review its rainy-season procedures, and the Bali conservation agency announced its own evaluation.
Can you ride elephants at Bali Zoo?
Elephant rides are not on the zoo’s current ticket list (checked Nov 2026). The elephant programs it sells are Elephant Mud Fun, with feeding and a mud bath, and Elephant Explorer, a ranger-car tour with feeding. Both cost IDR 1,500,000 per adult for foreigners and include zoo admission.
What is Breakfast with Orangutan at Bali Zoo?
A breakfast served from 8 to 10 AM at the orangutan playground, starting an hour before the zoo opens, followed by the rest of the visit on the same ticket. Foreigners paid IDR 825,000 per adult and IDR 580,000 per child (checked Nov 2026). The zoo says the animals’ behavior varies, so the encounter may differ from the photos.
Is Bali Zoo good for toddlers?
Yes, with planning. Paths are paved, the zoo lists wheelchair access and an internal shuttle, and Jungle Splash suits small children. Go at 9 AM before the heat, bring a stroller and spare clothes, and hold toddlers back at feeding points. Children under 120 cm cannot join the elephant mud area.
Bali Zoo or Bali Safari Park?
Bali Zoo is smaller and closer to Ubud, and you see it on foot, with more chances for close encounters. Bali Safari Park, farther east near the Gianyar coast, takes you through its enclosures on a safari ride, which suits visitors who would rather watch from a vehicle. With young children, one park is usually enough.
Does Bali Zoo have Komodo dragons?
Yes. The zoo lists a Komodo dragon among its animals, along with crocodiles, iguanas and snakes. The species lives wild only on a few islands in eastern Indonesia, so for many visitors this is the only chance to see one on a Bali trip. Bali Bird Park, about 2 km away, also keeps one.
Nearby
Where to go after Bali Zoo.
Places close by that fit into the same trip, with realistic travel times.
5–10 min by car (2 km)
Bali Bird Park
More than 1,300 birds, walk-in aviaries and free-flight shows, a gentler second stop for bird lovers.
Visitor guide5 min by car (1.5 km)
Celuk silver village
Silversmith workshops along the main road, some with short jewelry-making classes.
10–15 min by car (4 km)
Sukawati Art Market
A large market for sarongs, baskets and souvenirs, where bargaining is expected.
20–30 min by car (7.5 km)
Tegenungan Waterfall
The closest big waterfall, a wide cascade on the Petanu River, best before midday.
Visitor guide25–35 min by car (11 km)
Goa Gajah
The 11th-century Elephant Cave with its carved entrance and old bathing pools.
Visitor guide25–40 min by car (13 km)
Ubud Palace
The royal courtyards in the center of Ubud, free by day, with dance shows at night.
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ARMA Museum (Agung Rai Museum of Art)
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How we researched this
Sources and fact checks.
Prices, opening hours, show times and travel times in this Bali Zoo guide were checked against official sites, government tourism pages and recent reporting on 11 November 2026. Where sources disagreed, we give the official figure and say so. Rankings are our editorial judgment, set out in our editorial policy.
We re-check the guide at least every three months and whenever we hear about a change. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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