Shanghai Wild Animal Park

Shanghai Wild Animal Park

Reaching There: Metro Line 16 Wild Animal Park Metro Station, Exit #2. Then take the Bus # 6. The second stop is the park. The Shanghai Public Transport Card is accepted on the bus. You can also get taxis near the Exit #2.

Timings: Check the website for the opening timings. I would suggest that you reach there by 8 or 8:30 am else you will miss some of the shows or ceremonies. Plan for an entire day. There are too many things to see.

Entry Fee: 130 RMB for adults. Check website for more details. This includes entry, Safari ride and the Shows (Sea Lion Sow, Dog Racing, Tiger/Lion Show). Check the pick for the tentative times of these shows. Get a map when you buy the tickets. Even if there is no English version the map will be helpful. All rent a quadri-cycle may be. Would be easier with small kids or elderly.

Additional Activities: There are rides as well if the kids are interested but I would suggest that you avoid these if possible.

Must See: 

- The Baby Animal Section:You can see tiger/lion cubs in various stages of growth and also for few other animals. You could hold them or feed them for extra charge.

Tiger cubs in playful mood

- The Dog Race: I guess they also conduct a Cheetah race although I missed it.

- Sea Lion Show: This one is awesome. They will dance play volleyball and basketball. They are really well trained. Take the 3rd or 4th row in the middle. Sometimes the seals are too enthusiastic and might drench you in water ;).

Sea lion show

- Safari: The normal safari is included in the ticket. For this you are taken in on a normal bus. You could pay extra around 40 RMB and get onto another smaller vehicle which will allow more time and a closer interaction as they may feed meat which will result in the carnivores coming close to the vehicle. Also try to take the first row seat on the bus and near the window on the right side. That will give you the best view as a lot of animals will be lazying around on the road if it is a sunny day.

Tip: The Dog Race and Sea Lion areas are next to each other so try to complete these together Their timings are 2:15 and 3:15 pm respectively. Check with local authorities if both are going to be held as it depends on the weather as well.