Marina South Pier

Fancy a “purr-fect” hangout? Feline lovers would have a ball of a time at St John’s Island. Step off the ferry (from Marina South Pier) and you are likely to be greeted by a cat. You can spot one at almost any of the landmarks on the island. Other than cat-watching, you can also enjoy a dip in the relatively empty sea here.

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Changi Point Ferry Terminal

Many locals visit Pulau Ubin to cycle, but why not venture into the coastal waters instead? Kayaking certainly makes for a more adventurous experience. Spend a day kayaking among the mangroves, and spy on the homes of wildlife such as hornbills, kingfishers and other island animals. If you are fortunate, you might even spot dolphins! You can get to the island via a ferry from Changi Point Ferry Terminal.

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Jurong Lake Garden

Regarded as one of the largest nature wonderlands in the heartlands, the 90-hectare Jurong Lake Gardens is a nature lover and jogger’s paradise. Landscaped grounds, native grasses, swamplands, and a freshwater swamp forest are just a few of the attractions that surround the lake. An excellent place to jog up a sweat or enjoy the pleasures of a natural landscape.

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Coney Island

Make your way to this ecologically sustainable park—a relatively untouched island filled with wildlife, lalang fields and mangrove swamps. The park uses timber from fallen trees for the park’s signage, benches and boardwalks, so everything has an authentic and natural feel.

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Venture on foot from the Rail Corridor near Bukit Timah to explore a sprawling 85 hectares worth of wilderness at Clementi Forest. This is the second largest wildlife habitat in Singapore after Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. With rivers, freshwater streams, and even a rare orchid species (Diena Ophrydis), the secondary rainforest takes you deep into the heart of nature.

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Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve

Put on your walking shoes and explore the swamps of the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. Learn all about the flora and fauna that inhabit the swamp, and look out for the numerous birds (around 140 species) that call this place home. There are also nature trails where you can spot mudskippers, macaques and climbing crabs. 

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HortPark

Improve your gardening skills with a trip to the 23-hectare HortPark. There are 20 themed sections for you to browse, including a spectacular Silver Garden comprising light-reflective plants.

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Southern Ridges

Hike along the Southern Ridges and soak in the lush greenery around you. A series of green areas connecting Mount Faber Park, Telok Blangah Hill, Hort Park, Kent Ridge Park and Labrador Nature Reserve, you can exercise while basking in nature.

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Forest Adventure

Up for a challenge in nature? Take on the Forest Adventure at Bedok Reservoir. Tackle zip lines and obstacle courses that take you over the water and above treetops. There are different fear factor levels, depending on your comfort level. 

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Marina Barrage

The open skies and cool breeze at Marina Barrage makes it a suitable place just to hang out, or fly a kite. Even if you do not feel like flying one, you can watch the other kite flyers trying their best to out-fly each other. Bring along some drinks and snacks, and enjoy a wonderful afternoon picnicking out in the windy expanse here.

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Gardens by the Bay

Plant lovers would relish in the lush vegetation of the sub-tropical rainforest at this soaring contemporary greenhouse. The cooling atmosphere in Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay is inviting, and the tall, cascading waterfall makes a majestic sight.

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Make your way to a Fishing Kelong (an offshore fishing platform built on wood) and enjoy a meal cooked with the freshest catch of the day while admiring the serene marine surroundings.

Dairy Farm Rock Climbing Wall

Scale up Singapore’s only natural rock-climbing quarry at the Dairy Farm Rock Climbing Wall, and abseil down its cliff surface for an adrenaline rush. There are both natural and bolted climbing routes here, depending on your skills. Be sure to get expert help if you need to!

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Get up close and personal with nature with a tree-climbing course, which teaches the technical and physical skills required to be a climber. There are courses for all levels of climbers, all intending to strengthen your body.

If you are looking for a staycation to get in touch with nature, Pan Pacific Hotels Group has both Serviced Suites and Hotels dotted around Singapore’s central region, catering to your nature escapade. Book a room and rest in luxurious comfort as you prepare for your adrenaline-fueled adventures each day!