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Entrance to Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary in Ayer Keroh, where ten green anaconda babies were born in October
10 Oct 2026 ·3 min read

Ten Baby Green Anacondas Are Born at Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary

A green anaconda named Diana gave birth to 10 young on 5 October at the Ayer Keroh sanctuary, which now keeps more than 40 anacondas. The babies are not yet on show.

A crocodile resting, the kind of wildlife sighting that draws visitors to the river eco-cruise at Paya Lebar in northern Melaka
09 Oct 2026 ·3 min read

Melaka's 'Mini Amazon': Paya Lebar's River Eco-Cruise Is Winning Five-Star Praise for Crocodile Spotting

The Eco-Cruise Paya Lebar in Masjid Tanah takes up to 12 passengers on a two-hour river trip at RM50 each, and visitors from six countries have rated it five stars.

Zoo Melaka in Ayer Keroh, home to the zoo's new black panther cub
02 Oct 2026 ·3 min read

Zoo Melaka's Black Panther Cub Is Two Months Old and Waiting for a Name

A male black panther cub born at Zoo Melaka on 22 July is now two months old, and the zoo is asking the public to suggest a name for him.

Zoo Melaka entrance in Ayer Keroh
12 Sept 2026 ·2 min read

Zoo Melaka's Monthly Night Safari Runs on an RM10 Bila Larut Malam Ticket

Zoo Melaka is opening its gates after dark once a month for RM10, letting visitors watch nocturnal animals in cooler evening temperatures under the Bila Larut Malam programme.

Zoo Melaka in Ayer Keroh, home to the zoo's Malayan tiger conservation programme
29 Aug 2026 ·3 min read

Zoo Melaka Welcomes Back King King, a Malayan Tiger Returning for a New Breeding Match

King King, a male Malayan tiger, is back at Zoo Melaka after more than two years away, part of a national breeding programme that will pair him with a female tiger named Pia.

Menara Taming Sari, Melaka's revolving observation tower, rising above Banda Hilir
11 Aug 2026 ·2 min read

Menara Taming Sari Named Best Observation Tower at Malaysia's Tourism Industry Awards

Melaka's revolving gyro tower picked up Best Observation Tower Attraction at the 2026 Tourism Industry Awards, its second national win in two years after more than 500,000 riders last year.

Boats on the Melaka River at sunset, near where the new tiger-themed cruise boat operates
25 Jul 2026 ·2 min read

Melaka River Cruise's New Tiger-Striped Boat Comes With a Zoo Melaka Discount

A new Malayan tiger-themed boat has joined the Melaka River Cruise fleet, and riders get a QR code discount on Zoo Melaka admission.

Evening scene along the Melaka River at Kampung Morten, with traditional Malay houses lining the waterfront
21 Jun 2026 ·2 min read

Morten Walk Is Getting a RM1 Million Makeover

UDA Holdings is set to invest RM1 million in a major upgrade to Morten Walk, with new retail, recreation, and relaxation features planned for the riverside promenade in Kampung Morten.

Visitors feeding animals at Zoo Melaka
10 Jun 2026 ·2 min read

Zoo Melaka Draws School Holiday Crowds With Animal Feeding and Family-Friendly Experiences

Zoo Melaka is pulling in strong school holiday crowds with hands-on animal encounters, live shows and family-friendly ticket offers.

boat on the Melaka River at night with illuminated shophouses along the bank
07 Jun 2026 ·2 min read

The Melaka River Cruise at RM10 Is Worth Every Minute of the Queue

The Melaka River Cruise drew long queues during the June Melaka Bila Larut Malam event, with RM10 promotional tickets pulling families and first-time visitors to the water after dark.

night view from Menara Taming Sari in Melaka
07 Jun 2026 ·2 min read

Menara Taming Sari Is Melaka’s Hottest Late-Night Attraction Right Now

Menara Taming Sari drew record crowds during Melaka Bila Larut Malam, with RM10 tickets and long queues for night views.

colourful night lights along Melaka Red Square walkway
26 May 2026 ·2 min read

Banda Hilir’s New Colour Lights Turn the Red Square Walk Into Melaka’s Freshest Night Stop

Banda Hilir now shines after dark, with new colour lights along the Red Square walk adding a fresh reason to visit at night.

Melaka River waterfront with pedestrian paths and river cruise facilities
23 May 2026 ·2 min read

Melaka River Phase 2 Upgrade Will Add Waterfront Walks, Water Taxi Stops and Cleaner Views

Melaka River’s Phase 2 cleanup and beautification will bring new waterfront paths, river cruise facilities and a cleaner stretch for visitors.

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