Why is Desaru Mino Zoo a must visit attraction on your vacation to Malaysia?

Imagine moving through a setting that gives off rustic village vibes and allows you and your little ones to feed and cuddle a wide range of animals. Well then, here is what you can experience when at Desaru Mini Zoo; a sought-after petting zoo and leisure hotspot for those on holiday in Johor, Malaysia. 

Getting there

Know that Desaru Mini Zoo is located at 103-A, Jalan Damai 10, Kampung Sungai Kapal, 81620 Pengerang, Johor. This is why if arriving from Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, which features its own Desaru attractions to check out, then it is highly recommended that you leave early in attempt to beat the crowds. Further, Desaru Mini Zoo is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm and as a result, can be fitted into your travel itinerary to Desaru Coast with no fuss whatsoever. 

Entering Desaru Mini Zoo

In terms of the entrance fee, adults will be required to pocket out RM 20, while children below the age of 3 are allowed in free. Before you begin your adventure, you can consider purchasing a basket of feed for RM 20 that will cover the main animals. However, you may also buy food for certain animals for a fee between RM 2 – RM 5. With every basket, you will be handed a feeding sheet that will inform you of the Zoo’s animals and their preferences.

Main activities

With regards to the Zoo’s inhabitants, do visit the section where the peacocks reside that also includes catching a glimpse of a white peacock. With some luck, you may be able to see these animals posing for the camera. Next up are the fish tanks, which contain an assortment of species that come in a host of colours. Even with smaller children, observing the fish will not be an issue, given that the tanks are positioned at eye level. However, for a feeding frenzy like no other, do focus your attention and energy on the Koi pond where as many as 2,600 of these fish are known to reside. As a word of advice, no sooner you or your children drop the feed into the pond, be sure to stand a short distance away from the pond as the koi can become quite aggressive, which can result in water being splashed about uncontrollably. Next in line and well worth a mention is the ostrich enclosure. As these big birds have a tendency to poke their long, slender necks through the bars whenever visitors begin crowding around, it is advisable to use a handle pail so that you may safely feed these animals their favourite food – long beans. No sooner you finish off enjoying your time with the ostriches, look forward to visiting the cows, donkeys, horses, camels and baby goats where you can easily pose with these animals. Further, have the kids bottle feed the baby goats that will certainly add to your catalogue of memories in Desaru Coast. As mentioned, Desaru Mini Zoo is a petting zoo and one of the best ways to spend time here and give the kids the perfect opportunity to interact with members of the animal world is to have them hold and cuddle their favourite critter. These range from baby chickens, ducklings, hedgehogs, guinea pigs, lizards and even snakes.

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Straying refreshed

Walking about in the sun can make any visitor long for a thirst quencher! During the course of your journey within Desaru Mini Zoo, you will encounter a slew of refreshment stations that are best known for their coconut-based milkshakes. Among the popular choices, the avocado coconut milkshake and the original coconut milkshake are sure to lure you in once done observing the animals at Desaru Mini Zoo.