River Wonders
A river-themed wildlife park at Mandai, home to giant pandas and a giant river otter exhibit.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Best time
- Morning
- Cost
- Ticketed; book online
The story
River Wonders, which opened in 2013 in Mandai, is a river-themed wildlife park inspired by the world's great rivers, from the Mississippi to the Mekong and the Amazon. Formerly known as River Safari, it is home to freshwater habitats, a giant panda exhibit and an Amazon-themed river-boat ride. It complements the neighbouring Singapore Zoo and Night Safari within the Mandai precinct.
What to see & do
- 01The Giant Panda Forest with its resident giant pandas.
- 02The Amazon Flooded Forest with its large freshwater displays.
- 03The Amazon River Quest boat ride past riverside animals.
- 04Habitats themed on the world's great rivers.
- 05Manatees, giant catfish and other freshwater species.
Make the most of your visit
- Book tickets online ahead and consider a combined Mandai pass.
- Visit the pandas early before the crowds build.
- Allow a couple of hours, more if you take the boat ride.
- Bring water and sun protection for the outdoor sections.
- Weekdays are quieter than weekends and holidays.
Getting there
Take the MRT to Khatib or Springleaf station, then the Mandai Khatib Shuttle or bus 138 to the Mandai wildlife parks; a taxi is quicker for the last leg.
River Wonders isn’t within an easy walk of an MRT station — most visitors arrive by bus, taxi or a dedicated shuttle. Plan the last leg accordingly.
Walk times are real pedestrian routing (OSRM) from the attraction to each station entrance, not straight-line estimates.
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