Outdoor Activities Singapore
Head outdoors, conquer these activities in the sun and get ready to work up a sweat! There’re plenty more to see and do outside of staying indoors in Singapore and some things are worth bearing the heat for.
Go island hopping at Singapore’s Southern Islands or try stand up paddle-boarding at Ola Beach Club, we’ve got a list of outdoor things to add to your weekend to-do list.
1. Go Island Hopping at the Southern Islands
Visit the offshore Southern Islands of Singapore on an island-hopping day out! If you’ve had to postpone your beach holiday plans, this is a great alternative. Enjoy the beaches of Lazarus Island, check out the marine life conservation efforts at St John’s Island before heading to Kusu Island to see some live Tortoises or wish for good fortune.
You can also now explore St John's and Lazarus Islands on a bicycle with this bike rental. The best thing about getting your ferry tickets on Klook is that you’ll also get a free Gong Cha voucher for some bubble tea after a day out in the sun.
2. Try Paddle-Boarding at Ola Beach Club
Challenge yourself to a new sport - Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) at Ola Beach Club! If you’ve always wanted to try out surfing but you’re afraid of the waves, this is a great way to get started.
Apart from SUP, they also have kayaks for rental so you can explore Sentosa on water. All necessary safety equipment will be provided and you’ll get a briefing from their supervisor before you begin so this is definitely beginner friendly!
Address: 46 Siloso Beach Walk, Singapore 099005
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 7pm
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3. Go on a Cycling Tour of Singapore’s Marina Bay
The Marina Bay loop runs for 11km, starting at Marina Bay Sands, making its way across the Helix Bridge and on towards the Esplanade and Merlion. If you would like to catch the stunning view of Singapore’s skyline as the sun sets, this is the route to take!
If you’d like to learn more about the area as you make your way around, join a bike tour with Klook and let the friendly guides share fun facts about the places you’re passing by!
4. Go on a Hike at any of Singapore’s lush green parks
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While we might not be blessed with tall mountains to hike in Singapore, we have plenty of nature reserves and parks filled with stunning boardwalks and lush greenery to trek in.
The Southern Ridges are a series of green spaces that connect Mount Faber Park, Telok Blangah Hill, Hort Park, Kent Ridge Park and Labrador Nature Reserve. A hike here makes for great photos and will help you work up an appetite before you start loading up on all of Singapore’s hawker food again.
5. Go Kayaking among the mangroves or Biking at Pulau Ubin
Singapore’s other offshore island just off the coast of Changi is Pulau Ubin! Spend a day here cycling, trekking or kayaking! The mangroves are home to wildlife like kingfishers, hornbills, otters and some have even spotted dolphins. Go on a kayaking tour and let the experienced guide take you along the waters of this Singaporean wilderness.
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Biking around Pulau Ubin is one of the best ways to see all the sights the island has to offer. But if you can’t navigate a map to save your life, you can join this biking tour that takes you through the scenic roads and tracks you might otherwise miss out on.
You’ll be led by a certified guide into the depths of Ubin to see the charming villages detached from the hubbub of city life. The route will also take you through some of the well-known sites like Chek Jawa wetlands and Ketam Quarry.
6. Conquer Obstacles at Forest Adventure
Forest Adventure at Bedok Reservoir has 44 different obstacles and 3 giant ziplines for you to spend an entire afternoon amongst the lush greens! This outdoor course is packed with adrenaline pumping action and upon completion, reward yourself with a zipline across the waters, an unforgettable wind-in-your-face experience!
Address: 825 Bedok Reservoir Road, Singapore 479244
Opening Hours: Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday, 9:30am to 6:30pm
7. Cultivate your green fingers and learn about Farming
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It’s no secret that millennials are leading the charge on houseplants. But beyond caring for succulents, most of us might not really know the ins-and-outs of agriculture. To cultivate your green fingers and learn more about farming, you can take a one-hour course at an edible garden and orchid farm.
During the workshop, you’ll learn about the basics of soil care, microgreens (another name for edible plants), and how to effectively use them.
Availability: Every first and third Sunday of the month, 12:30pm and 3pm
8. Skyline Luge
The Skyline Luge is one of the most popular attractions in Siloso Beach and here’s why! Ascend on the Skyride and enjoy the views as you head up with the wind in your face and your legs swinging in open.
Afterwhich, gear up and zoom down the different courses of the Luge! This 3-wheel sled is not to be looked down upon! Push the handlebars to accelerate as you go downslope for an extra adrenaline rush.
#KlookTip: Visit in the evening, the views are equally amazing at night. Please reserve your timeslot here prior to your visit.
Address: 45 Siloso Beach Walk, Sentosa
Opening Hours: Sunday/Monday/Thursday, 11am to 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday, 11am to 9:30pm
9. Mega Adventure
Another place to conquer those outdoor obstacle courses is Mega Adventure! 15-metre high free-fall jumps and adventure rope courses with 36 different obstacle courses are just some of the things to look forward to.
Not forgetting, you’ll get to zip through the air at speeds of 60km/h on the zipline as you glide above the waters of Sentosa beach.
Address: 10A Siloso Beach Walk, 099008
Opening Hours: Monday/Thursday/Friday, 1pm to 7pm | Sunday & Saturday, 11am to 7pm
10. AJ Hackett
Leap off the ledge standing at 47 metres tall at AJ Hackett Sentosa! Guaranteed to get your heart racing and your adrenaline pumping, a bungy jump is a one in a lifetime experience that everyone should check off their bucket list. Plus, AJ Hackett Sentosa has great views of the beach and the sea!
If you’re afraid of doing it alone, opt for the Giant Swing instead! You and your friend will swing at speeds of up to 120km/h through the wind. You’ll truly feel as if you’re flying.
Address: 30 Siloso Beach Walk, Singapore 099011
Opening Hours: Monday/Thursday/Friday, 12pm to 7pm | Saturday & Sunday, Public Holidays, 11:30am to 7pm
11. Have Dinner on a Floating Kelong at Changi
It’s not every day that you’ll have the chance to dine at a floating restaurant. Enter Smith Marine Floating Restaurant, Singapore’s only halal-certified kelong seafood restaurant.
The highlight of dining here is their “sure catch” pond, where you can try your hand at catching your own fish that the kitchen will then prepare and serve to your table.
12. Take a tour of a 21st-Century Kampong
Those looking for a breather from the concrete jungle can spend a breezy Saturday morning at Ground-up Initiative, a 21st-century Singaporean kampong. The tour that’s roughly three hours long will take you and your family through a farm tour of the clean and green campus.
The tour itself comprises an hour-long sensory farm tour and some time at the kampong’s play stations which is great for the kids. You’ll also get to check out the farm’s marketplace once the activities are done where you can buy handcrafted wooden toys like an aeroplane and a boat.
Availability: Every Saturday 8.30am to 11pm
13. Go Scuba Diving at Pulau Hantu
You don’t need to travel all the way to Tioman Island just to scuba dive. Pulau Hantu’s serene landscape and untouched reefs have made it one of the more well-known diving spots in Singapore. Be guided by an experienced local water divemaster for an underwater adventure. Open Water Diver Certificate is required.
14. Urban Art Trail in Little India
We know that not everyone likes adrenaline or exercising. Beyond art exhibits in air-conditioned galleries, did you know that the streets of Singapore are home to plenty of urban street art murals that are definitely worth checking out?
One of our favourite trails starts at Little India MRT station, as you head down Kerbau road, you’ll be greeted by a painting of beautiful colourful cows on bicycles. After which, head down Race Course Road and you’ll find plenty of other colourful street murals and finally end off at the House of Tan Teng Niah, a colourful Chinese villa!
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