Singapore’s Bird Paradise opened its doors to its first visitors, who had  a preview of the new bird park ahead of its soft opening on 8 May 2023. More ‘early birds’ are expected  over the next two weeks and will include members from the Friends of Wildlife community, school  educators, groups of beneficiaries and migrant workers who helped to build the park.

Mike Barclay, Group CEO of Mandai Wildlife Group said: “This marks a key milestone for the Mandai  Rejuvenation Project that we continue to steward. We are excited to begin a new chapter by opening  Bird Paradise’s doors to guests from 8 May 2023. There are many ways to experience this 17-hectare  park.

We expect bird enthusiasts to thoroughly explore the massive outdoor aviaries, each one inspired  by a different part of the world, before sitting down to a meal at one of our themed dining outlets.  Families with children may like to set aside time to enjoy the dry and wet playgrounds, as well as the  keeper-led interactions, animal feedings and bird presentations at the Sky Amphitheatre. The options  are varied, and in the coming months, we look forward to launching more experiences at Bird Paradise  for everyone to enjoy.”

In conjunction with the soft opening of Bird Paradise and to enhance the overall guest experience at  the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Mandai Wildlife Group will launch a flagship mobile app, the Mandai App. The app aims to provide a seamless end-to-end journey for visitors – from purchasing tickets to planning  itineraries and navigating the parks. The Mandai app will contain information on what is available within  the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, including Night Safari, River Wonders, Singapore Zoo, Bird Paradise,  Mandai Wildlife West and the upcoming Rainforest Wild. The app will be further enhanced with a  wayfinding function which currently features Bird Paradise and will be progressively rolled out to the  other parks. Currently, this function is only available for Bird Paradise. Visitors can also put in their food  orders via the mobile app at Food Central, one of the seven in-park F&B outlets available in Bird  Paradise.

From 24 April 2023, members of the public can book their admission tickets and any add-on  programmes such as the unique interactive keeper-led experiences, feeding sessions, the Bird  Discovery Tour and a ‘backstage pass’ that will take participants behind the scenes to discover how the  park’s feathered residents are being cared for. There are plans to launch more backstage passes,  including one that will give an insider’s look at the Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove and what  it takes to care for the park’s VIPs – Very Important Penguins. Guests will also soon be able to step into  the shoes of an avian keeper for a day and experience how avian care is managed at Bird Paradise.

Underwater and waterfall views that feed the senses
As a park that is best enjoyed on foot to soak up the themed landscapes teeming with nature and avian  wildlife, guests are encouraged to embark on the walking routes to explore the various aviaries and  facilities in the 17-hectare park.

F&B options ranging from themed dining to casual eateries are set to welcome patrons and fuel guests  as they explore Bird Paradise. For those with an appetite for exclusive dining experiences, head to  Crimson Restaurant and Penguin Cove Restaurant for gastronomic adventures amidst unparalleled  views of avian wildlife and their habitats. With a bird’s eye view of the South American-inspired wetlands  and scenic waterfall at Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands, guests will get to indulge in a  menu curated by local celebrity chef Eric Teo which features splashes of red and pink mimicking the  vibrant hues of the aviary.

At Penguin Cove Restaurant on Level 1 of Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove, tuck into a buffet  spread featuring sustainably sourced seafood while enjoying the penguins diving to a depth of seven  metres in the two aquatic tanks. Above water, enjoy penguin-themed pastries at Penguin Cove Café on  Level 2 while observing the activity at the beach level. Other casual dining options can also be found at  Bird Bakery and Egg Splash Café, where bird-shaped treats and egg-inspired dishes are bound to  satisfy even social media feeds. For familiar local favourites, head to Food Central at Central Plaza  where there will be a variety of cuisines to choose from.

With effect from 8 May, dining at Bird Paradise serves up delicious, sustainably sourced meals with  food made from ingredients that are farmed and harvested in ways that minimise impact on wildlife and  the planet. These include using sustainable palm oil and ocean-friendly seafood. Plant-based options  are also available at dining outlets throughout the park.

Bird Paradise will soft open to the public on 8 May 2023, with ticket sales launching on 24 April 2023.  During the soft opening period from 8 May to 26 May 2023, single-park admission is at a special rate  of $38 for adults, $23 for children (aged 3 to 12 years old) and $20 for senior citizens.