About ten minutes’ drive from the city centre lies a pocket of rainforest that beats with wings: more than 3,000 birds, representing about 200 species. Welcome to KL Bird Park, established in 1991 inside the 60-hectare Lake Gardens (Perdana Botanical Gardens). At 20.9 acres of walk-through aviaries, it bills itself as Asia’s largest bird park—and the easiest wildlife day-trip you can add to a city break.
Four Zones, One Feathery City
The park is divided into four colour-coded zones so you can plan your route and stamina.
Zone 1 & 2 – Free-Flight Paradise
Most visitors start here, and with good reason: the netting is 30 m high—room enough for storks, egrets and parakeets to bank and glide overhead. Paved paths wind through miniature waterfalls, palm groves and feeding stations where rainbow lorikeets land on your shoulder for a sip of nectar. Keep cameras ready; the birds have no cages and zero stage fright.
Zone 3 – Hornbill Park
A separate boardwalk leads you into a dedicated hornbill enclave. Look up for the rhinoceros hornbill—the state bird of Sarawak—whose banana-shaped casque looks like a bright red canoe. Hornbill Feeding takes place daily at 11:30. These “farmers of the forest” are listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.
Zone 4 – Miniature Aviaries & Caged Exhibits
Zone 4 is a series of smaller, traditional aviaries that spotlight ground birds and delicate species needing special diets or temperatures. Flamingos pose on one leg, fairy-bluebirds flit through ficus branches, and a row of talking parrots greets you with “Apa khabar?”—Malay for “How are you?”—proving that local hospitality is not limited to humans.
Star Species Checklist
- Ostriches – the world’s largest bird; feeding runs throughout the day, 10:00–17:00, while vegetable stocks last
- Rhinoceros Hornbill – Malaysia’s “sky farmer” with a wingspan of 1.5 m
- Flamingos – Caribbean and Greater flamingos share the same lagoon
- Yellow-billed Stork – easy to photograph while drying wings in the sun
- Eclectus Parrot – males neon-green, females cherry-red; a living lesson in sexual dimorphism
- Indian Blue Peafowl – free roaming; tail display peaks after rain
Free Bird Show – Twice Daily
Amphitheatre seats fill quickly, so arrive ten minutes early. At 12:30 and 15:30 macaws swoop across the audience. The show is included in your ticket; no reservations needed.
Ticket Prices & Practical Info
| Category | Standard Rate | MyKad Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (12+) | RM 90 | RM 50 |
| Child (3–11) | RM 70 | RM 25 |
| Senior (60+) | Adult rate | RM 25 |
- Mostly wheelchair accessible; the park does not rent wheelchairs or strollers
- Open daily 9:00–17:30, including public and school holidays
- Check the park’s official website for parking details before you drive
- Bring raincoat or small umbrella—tropical showers are short but dramatic
Seasonal Guest Offers
We may have seasonal discounts available for different attractions from time to time for hotel guests. Inquire at the Front Desk for more info.
Getting There from Cormar Suites
By Car / Grab
Exit the hotel onto Jalan Pinang, left onto Jalan Kia Peng, follow signs to Lake Gardens. Distance 4 km, travel time 10 min in normal traffic. Grab fare RM 10–14 (Comfort 6-seater).
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
The blue double-decker KL HOHO stops at both KLCC (Stop 1) and Bird Park (Stop 7). Buses every 20–30 min; 24-hour pass RM 45 adult, RM 24 child. Board at the KLCC tram stop on Jalan Ampang, 3-minute walk from Cormar’s side entrance.
On Foot?
There is no direct walking route: KLCC and the Lake Gardens are on opposite sides of the city centre, and the Bird Park is about 4 km away. Take a Grab or the Hop-On Hop-Off bus instead.
Family Tips & Hidden Gems
- Best photo light: arrive at 09:00 when mist nets glow and birds are most active
- Feeding tokens: check prices at the park on the day
- Food and drink: outside food is not allowed; drinks in tumblers are fine
- Air-conditioned Hornbill Restaurant serves local and Western set meals; window seats overlook hornbill perches
- Combine your day: the park sits inside the Lake Gardens, which are worth a wander; the KL Butterfly Park has had extended closures, so check before you go
Whether you’re adding a wildlife twist to a shopping holiday or looking for a toddler-friendly outing between museum stops, KL Bird Park delivers big-budget nature on a small-time detour. Step into the aviary and let Kuala Lumpur’s original “sky scrapers” greet you face to face.
See you under the netting—just don’t be surprised if a parrot beats you to the selfie.