Singapore: The Wild Edition. Get Down & Dirty With These 6 Hidden Nature Activities!

What?! Singapore has a wild side? Before thoughts of living like Bear Grylls start creeping into your mind, we are referring to living on the wild(er) side in Singapore – nature activities catered for the adventurous, nature-loving enthusiasts.

Sounds like your type of thing? Step out of your comfort zone with these hidden nature activities. Start living on the wild side – Singapore edition.

1. Hike to the Wetlands of Chek Jawa

Venture to this unknown nature wonderland hidden off the mainland of Singapore – Chek Jawa’s Wetlands.

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Alternatively, opt for the guided tours for a more in-depth experience at Chek Jawa.

Chek Jawa Wetlands
Getting there: 
Chek Jawa is located in Pulau Ubin. Visitors can either walk, cycle or hire a vehicle to get to Chek Jawa.
Opening hours: 8.30am to 6pm daily

2. Get Muddy with Horseshoe Crabs

Get downright muddy with this conservation effort of rescuing Horseshoe Crabs that are trapped in abandoned fishing nets at Mandai mudflats.

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This is perhaps your only chance to touch and see this ancient-mariner which happens to be as old as dinosaurs!

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Volunteers are trained to properly handle these fascinating creatures. You’ll learn to measure their length, identify their gender and breeding status before releasing them back into the mudflats. A science lesson like no other! This activity occurs once a month so do remember to register online beforehand.

Horseshoe Crab Project
For more information, visit the website here.

3. Explore Jurong’s Abandoned Railway Line

Surprisingly, Jurong’s abandoned railway line has yet to be declared as out-of-bounds by the Government, so feel free to go on this one-of-a-kind jungle and tunnel walk.

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You do not need to be like Tarzan to scale trees!

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5. Cycle and Trek Pulau Ubin

Just a short bumboat ride away, Pulau Ubin is set to whet your appetite for adventure!

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Alternatively, trek around this rural island to explore the fruit plantations, flourishing mangroves, scenic beaches and much more.

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Escape the hustle and bustle of Singapore’s city life with these wild activities you never knew Singapore had! Get muddy and dirty with Singapore’s wild side. Get your trusty shoes on and get ready to take on Singapore’s wild side!

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