Families For Life | Get in touch with nature!

A world of adventure awaits in the great outdoors! From guided walks to immersive nature experiences, there is so much more to discover beyond neighbourhood parks and playgrounds that can bring you up close and personal with the local flora and fauna. Spending time in nature has great benefits for younger children and presents a wonderful opportunity for the rest of the family to relax and destress.

We’ve picked out some unique experiences where you can spend more quality time with family and get in touch with nature together!

#1 Embark on a Nighttime Wildlife Adventure at Sentosa

Experience a whole new side of Sentosa with the Sentosa Naturalist Night Adventure. Journey with your loved ones through a secondary rainforest on the Mount Imbiah Trail accompanied by experienced naturalist facilitators, and discover fascinating facts about the nocturnal wildlife. As you immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the night, use your senses to spot elusive creatures like the Sunda Cops Owl or a Whip Snake. Turn it into a game with your family and see who can spot the most creatures at the end of the night!

Perfect even for seniors, this adventure is a great opportunity to bring the grandparents along for meaningful multi-generational bonding. The Sentosa Naturalist Night Adventure offers a Family Bundle pack for a family of 2 adults and 2 children, aged 12 and below. Find out more here.

#2 Go farm-hopping across Singapore!

From fish farms to bee farms, Singapore is full of family-friendly spots perfect for a fun day out. These farm experiences let you get up close to animals, with activities that let grandma and grandpa be part of the fun. Let your child pick a location and get ready for an exciting hands-on learning adventure!

The Sundowner

Climb up to a gorgeous rooftop farm and meet rescued honeybees in this award-winning tour! This unique experience lets you don a bee suit to meet native honeybees and hand-feed them pollen. The tour comes with a session about organic gardening that the little ones will love, along with a cocktail for the adults. Learn more here.

Qian Hu Fish Farm

The fish grown in these farms are friends, not food! Home to over 1,000 varieties of ornamental fish, you and your family can marvel at the various fish species bred here and discover more about fishkeeping. Spend the day long kang fishing with your kids, dip your feet into the fish spa, and wrap up the day with some ice cream! Check the details here.

Hay Dairies

Feed the goats, explore the farm, and buy delectable goat’s milk at Hay Dairies goat farm! There’s even a chance for you to feed the goats and watch the milking session. Discover more family bonding activities at Hay Dairies by clicking here.

#3 Explore an old quarry at Rifle Range Nature Park

If you’re looking for a park with gorgeous views, Rifle Range Nature Park has beautiful trails to explore and even a special play area for children!

Get up close and personal with nature as you walk the elevated Gliders Boardwalk to the quarry wetland. See if you and your little one can spot some of the local wildlife, like the Long-tailed Macaque or the Malayan Colugo. Register for a guided tour free of charge and turn your adventure into an educational one!

Families with little ones can also stop by the Forest Exploration Trail! Children aged 5 to 12 can explore to their hearts’ content and improve their coordination and balance as they clamber over log courses and pebble paths.

Best of all, these activities are free of charge! So, you can enjoy a fun day out with family without breaking the budget! Find out more about the park here.

Nature is the world’s best classroom for little ones. With so much to see, learn, and explore together as a family, you’re always in for something new! So, pack your water bottles, bring out the sunscreen, and start making plans for family activities today!

Resources:

https://www.seeksophie.com/magazine/a/best-family-activities-singapore?/

https://www.sunnycitykids.com/category/animals-wildlife

https://www.littledayout.com/tinytopia-colony-to-nation-ant-exhibition/

https://www.sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/events/sentosa-naturalist-night-adventure/