Zoos & Wildlife

Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

📍 Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur

4.2(6,021 Google reviews)💰RM8 to RM50👶All ages

Enclosed tropical butterfly garden within the Lake Gardens precinct featuring winding rainforest paths, koi ponds, waterfalls, and interactive fish feeding. Diverse butterfly species.

Peaceful rainforest settingDiverse butterfly speciesToddlers love fish feedingVery humid insideEarly morning bestsparse parking
★★★★★Featured review by mj mas

The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a serene retreat in the heart of the city, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature without leaving the urban bustle. The park is a lush, rainforest-style enclosure with winding paths, tropical plants, waterfalls, and koi ponds, creating a peaceful and refreshing environment. Visitors can stroll among hundreds of butterflies flying freely, observing their vibrant colors up close. Interactive feeding stations provide opportunities for butterflies to land near you, making the experience engaging and memorable. The park also features an indoor exhibition with preserved insects and other invertebrates, adding an educational dimension to the visit. The atmosphere is especially pleasant in the morning when the butterflies are most active, and the well-maintained paths make it comfortable to explore. While the park is smaller than some might expect, it offers a relaxing escape and a chance to enjoy nature in a compact, accessible setting. Ratings: • 🌿 Atmosphere & Setting: 8.5/10 – Lush, tranquil, and beautifully landscaped. • 🦋 Butterfly Experience: 7/10 – Colorful and interactive, though activity levels vary. • 📚 Educational Value: 7/10 – Informative exhibits add to the experience. • ✅ Overall Experience: 7.5/10 – Perfect for families, nature lovers, or a quiet retreat. Summary: The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a charming, peaceful spot to appreciate nature and observe butterflies up close. It’s ideal for a relaxing morning visit, providing both beauty and a gentle escape from city life.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with toddlers and young children who enjoy a calm, immersive nature experience without crowds. The fish feeding stations give young children a tactile interactive activity within the garden. The enclosed rainforest setting is genuinely beautiful and educational for curious older children learning about butterfly species.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Arrive early morning when the garden is cool, butterflies are active, and crowds are minimal
If the ticket counter says it doesn't accept cards, payment by card is available at the adjacent gift shop
🎟️Buy fish food tickets inside — toddlers often find the fish feeding the highlight of the visit
🚗Parking at the park itself is very sparse — plan to park roadside and walk a short distance

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.2

6,021 Google reviews

Peaceful and well-maintained garden45%
Very humid — visit early morning30%
Toddlers engage well with fish feeding15%
Payment system can confuse10%
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mj mas

5 months ago

The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a serene retreat in the heart of the city, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature without leaving the urban bustle. The park is a lush, rainforest-style enclosure with winding paths, tropical plants, waterfalls, and koi ponds, creating a peaceful and refreshing environment. Visitors can stroll among hundreds of butterflies flying freely, observing their vibrant colors up close. Interactive feeding stations provide opportunities for butterflies to land near you, making the experience engaging and memorable. The park also features an indoor exhibition with preserved insects and other invertebrates, adding an educational dimension to the visit. The atmosphere is especially pleasant in the morning when the butterflies are most active, and the well-maintained paths make it comfortable to explore. While the park is smaller than some might expect, it offers a relaxing escape and a chance to enjoy nature in a compact, accessible setting. Ratings: • 🌿 Atmosphere & Setting: 8.5/10 – Lush, tranquil, and beautifully landscaped. • 🦋 Butterfly Experience: 7/10 – Colorful and interactive, though activity levels vary. • 📚 Educational Value: 7/10 – Informative exhibits add to the experience. • ✅ Overall Experience: 7.5/10 – Perfect for families, nature lovers, or a quiet retreat. Summary: The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a charming, peaceful spot to appreciate nature and observe butterflies up close. It’s ideal for a relaxing morning visit, providing both beauty and a gentle escape from city life.

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Sakshi Agarwal

3 months ago

Visited with my toddler and had a pleasant experience. The park is calm, green and well maintained. Ticket prices were RM 30 for adults and RM 18 for children (ages 2–11) for non-Malaysians. While the butterflies were lovely, my toddler enjoyed feeding the fishes more. You can buy fish food picket alongwith with tickets. Overall, a nice and relaxed activity, especially suitable for kids.

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EVGENY IVANOV

3 months ago

The park is very beautiful and we managed to see many different species of butterflies, but there are a few things to keep in mind before visiting. Payment & Entry: The payment system at the entrance was a bit confusing. At the ticket counter, they told us they didn't accept cards, but suggested we go to the adjacent gift shop. It turns out you can pay for both entrance tickets and souvenirs by card directly at the shop. It would be much better if this was clearly communicated from the start. The Experience: • Territory: The park is quite large and lush. However, due to the intense heat, most of the large butterflies flew up to the ceiling to stay in the shade, making them harder to see up close. • Comparison: Having visited the Butterfly Garden in Dubai, I felt like the butterflies there were much 'closer' to the people. • Climate: It is very humid inside, and at some points, it felt quite stifling/stuffy, so be prepared for that. Overall: Despite the humidity and the odd payment process, the place itself is very picturesque. It’s a lovely spot if you enjoy nature, but I recommend visiting during a cooler part of the day if possible.

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Anis Ab Hamid

2 months ago

Went on a weekend early in the morning at around 9.30 am so there was zero crowd. There were butterflies but not too many, most were flying above the tall flowers nearby the net, nice to see some flying lower. Place seems serene and peaceful, full of greenery. Love to learn some different species of butterflies and insects all around the world in the gallery area. Ticket price is cheap so i don't have a lot of complaints. Got toilet inside also, it's old style but it's clean. It's an alright place.

Reviews from Google

Overview

KL Butterfly Park encloses a rainforest-style garden with tropical plants, winding paths, koi ponds, and waterfalls within the Lake Gardens precinct. Diverse butterfly species fly freely throughout the enclosure. The fish feeding stations consistently engage younger children — several reviewers noted toddlers preferred this to butterfly watching. The internal humidity is intense and builds through the day, making morning the most comfortable window.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 16:30
Tuesday09:00 – 16:30
Wednesday09:00 – 16:30
Thursday09:00 – 16:30
Friday09:00 – 16:30
Saturday09:00 – 16:30
Sunday09:00 – 16:30

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