We’re going to the zoo, zoo, zoo – and now, you might just be staying there too.
If you’ve ever wrapped up a day at Singapore Zoo or Bird Paradise wishing you didn’t have to leave, good news: Mandai Wildlife Reserve will soon let you sleep under the stars with the launch of Colugo Camp, a new all-inclusive camping experience set to open in Q3 2025 at Mandai Wildlife East. Compared to the more atas Mandai Rainforest Resort, this one’s for more adventurous folks.
Here’s everything we know so far about this wild new way to stay overnight at Mandai.
Image credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
Get ready to swap your usual hotel stay for the calls of hornbills and the rustle of trees. This all-new permanent campsite will feature 20 safari tents, each one fitting up to 4 guests comfortably. Inside, you’ll find a queen bed and a bunk bed, ideal for families with young explorers in tow. Each 4m x 4m tent also comes with its own patio, so you can sip your morning kopi while soaking in rainforest views.
Image credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
It’s not just about sleeping under canvas either. The stay is fully all-inclusive, with meals and guided explorations into the surrounding wildlife parks. Communal dining and shower facilities round out the experience, giving you all the perks of nature without roughing it too much.
Colugo Camp marks the first of 2 planned campsites at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Like its sister experiences – Glamping in the Wild and Glamping with the Penguins, – this all-new stayover will include curated, educational programmes designed to get you closer to the animal kingdom.
Image credit: Mandai Wildlife Group
Your adventure kicks off on Day 1 from 3pm to 10.30pm, with check-in in the afternoon and a full evening of activities, including guided tours and animal encounters across the parks. On Day 2, you’ll rise with the sun for a morning filled with wildlife experiences, wrapping up by 11am, just in time for check out.
Here’s what’s included in the 2D1N Colugo Camp experience:
While Colugo Camp makes for an ideal family bonding experience, do note that these programmes are best suited for campers aged 3 years above.
Bookings for Colugo Camp are not available yet. But you can register your interest and receive updates on the Mandai website. In the meantime, if you’re in the mood to go camping, why not check out some great camping spots in Singapore? Alternatively, you might want to check into Into The Woods, a beach glamping experience at Lazarus Island.
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Cover image adapted from: Mandai Wildlife Group
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