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Extreme Sports Activities in Singapore

Do you have the need for speed? Do you yearn for the feeling of adrenaline pumping through your veins? Of course you do, or you wouldn't be here. So let's discuss extremes, specifically, extreme sports. Such activities have only grown in popularity in recent years, with the likes of Tony Hawk becoming household names throughout the world.

But what about Singapore? Does this fine country cater to the wilder ones in the audience? Why yes, it does, you lucky devils! So what kinds of extreme sports activities can you try in Singapore? Let's take a look.

Including:

  • Nature Kayaking Adventure at Pulau Ubin
  • AJ Hackett Sentosa's Giant Swing and Skybridge
  • Bungee Jumping
  • MegaZip Adventure
  • iFly Singapore
  • and more!
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Nature Kayaking Adventure at Pulau Ubin

The sea is an unforgiving beast. So much of our oceans are still unexplored, so really, there's no telling what horrors could lie beneath the waves. But don't worry yourself with any of that existential dread! Instead, takes to the seas in a kayak on this adventurous tour of Ketam Island!

Located just off Singapore's northeastern coast, Pulau Ubin is famous for its traditional way of life. Given it's known as one of the last surviving villages in the country, it's no surprise you'll feel like you've been transported back through time. To a calmer, simpler time. For this reason, the island enjoys relatively undisturbed natural scenery. As you set off on your kayak adventure, you'll take in Pulau Ubin's thriving mangroves, which many plants, flowers, and exotic animals call home.

Is that not extreme enough for you? Don't worry; we're just warming up.

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AJ Hackett Sentosa's Giant Swing and Skybridge

Remember swing sets? As a kid, you'd feel like you were flying off the ground when in reality, you were only a few feet off the floor. Hopping on a swing as a worn-down, tax-paying adult just doesn't have the same joy to it. But what if the swing was suspended over 130 feet above the Earth? Welcome the Giant Swing at AJ Hacket Sentosa.

Either alone or with a daring partner, you'll be hoisted far into the air. Once you've taken in the amazing views, prepare to swing. Pull the chord, and you'll soar through the sky at over 70mph. Then, you'll swing back again. Exhilarating stuff.

If you want to capture your daredevil antics, you needn't put your phone at risk. 16HD cameras will record and snap the whole ordeal. Once you've attained proof of your bravery, check out the Skybridge, where you can take in the views, including straight beneath your feet, thanks to the see-through portions of the bridge. Extreme!

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Bungee Jumping

No list of extreme sports activities would be complete without bungee jumping, so if you're looking for bungee-adjacent thrills, Singapore has you covered. And it doesn't get much better than this. AJ Hackett Sentosa is the location once again - do you dare go bungee jumping after riding the giant swing?

Thanks to the trained instructors monitoring every jump,

even newbies will feel safe before taking the plunge. You can even choose where to jump and how you want to fall. Presumably, they're all a variation on 'down'.

Bungee jumping is easily one of the best extreme sports activities you'll find in Singapore. That is, if you dare to jump.

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MegaZip at Mega Adventure Park

Want to ride in style? Why not zipline? These zippy, liney beauties are the new cool thing to do. And if even a former prime minister of the UK can look cool doing it, so can you.

More suitable for the little ones if you're planning a family vacation, MegaZip Adventure Park is packed full of action-packed fun for the whole fam. Suspended nearly 250 feet in the air, you'll zip down for nearly 1500 feet while the wind ruffles your hair. Then when you get off and the screaming stops, you'll want to do it all over again.

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iFly Singapore

Ever wanted to try skydiving, but the thought of traveling 30,000 feet into the air and jumping out is just too extreme for you? Don't worry; we've got skydiving at home, thanks to iFly Singapore.

Thanks to scientific breakthroughs in fan technology, they're now strong enough to lift up two fully-grown adults and mimic the thrills and spills of falling from the sky. So suit up, hop in, and get falling. Newbies can take it easy and get used to the sensation, and professionals are free to flip, spin, and do other cool, extreme things as they go.

And who knows, maybe it'll inspire you to hop on a plane and try it for real?

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Wakeboarding

Water lovers rejoice! We're returning to the murky, terrifying depths for more extreme sports activities in Singapore! Wakeboarding is the game, and Singapore Wake Park is the name. But this time, you don't even need the winds on your side, because this is wakeboarding on cables.

Hook yourself up, step atop your board, and enjoy the thrill ride as you make your way over ramps and around obstacles. Both newbies and veterans are welcome, with courses of varying skill levels on offer.

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Skyline Luge

Ever played Mario Kart and hoped to do it for real? Step up Skyline Luge, Singapore's most extreme kart/luge fusion.

With gravity driving you forward, your luge/kart vehicle must best hairpin turns, travel beneath tunnels, and down myriad slopes as you aim for the finish line. If you've got some friends with you, all the better. You can take a luge each and see who comes out on top, or pair up for some two-person action. Will you win? Probably not? Will you at least try? We hope so.

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Surf Cove

And finally, why not try your hand at some artificial surfing? After all, the sea is a scary place. You must never forget. There's no telling what horrors call it home.

Sadly, Singapore doesn't get much in the way of waves, so in an effort to bring the surf to their shores, they created Surf Cove. This state-of-the-art tech will let you feel like you're really riding the waves. Extreme!

And best of all, you won't risk waking the Great Old Ones. They will take you without a moment's notice, so why not just avoid any of that unpleasantness and go surfing in a more safe environment! Extreme!

And those were our picks of the best extreme sports activities in Singapore! Looking for drier activities to fill out your vacation itinerary? Check out Go City. With our Explorer Pass and All-Inclusive Pass, you can pick and choose the best of Singapore for one low price.

Dom Bewley
Go City Travel Expert

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Singapore Zoo and River Wonders Guide Plus Backstage Pass

The Mandai Wildlife Reserve in northern Singapore is an epic tract of rainforest and wetland that just happens to contain some of the island’s finest natural attractions. We’re talking Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Bird Paradise and more, all well worth a day trip (or two, or three) out of the city. Here we take a look at River Wonders and Singapore Zoo, including how to get there, what to see and how a Singapore pass from Go City can save you money when visiting these and other local attractions. Check out our whistlestop guide to Singapore Zoo and River Wonders below. Singapore Zoo Singapore Zoo has a whole host of credentials to its name. Not only is it one of the most popular attractions on the island, it’s also frequently voted one of the best on the planet (up there with titans like London and San Diego) thanks to its open-concept environment and world-leading focus on conservation and biodiversity. Zones at the zoo include Fragile Forest, a whopping 20,000 cubic meter biodome housing a tropical rainforest habitat that’s alive with the chatter of hundreds of cute and curious jungle critters. Here, golden-headed lion tamarin monkeys peep through the canopy, colorful eclectus parrots and majestic Malayan flying foxes soar from treetop to treetop, and timid lesser mouse-deer forage on the forest floor. Head to the plains of Wild Africa where you might encounter an inquisitive giraffe, shy white rhino or hair-raising pack of African painted dogs as well as some of the savannah’s legendary big cats. The RepTopia reptile house is where it’s at for regal horned lizards, cool and colorful panther chameleons, showstopping electric blue geckos and other such slithering, cold-blooded pals. And you can get up close and personal with Antipodean animals of all shapes and sizes in the Australasia zone. There’s even a dedicated island where orangutans are able to roam freely in the treetops. And that, frankly, is just for starters. Singapore Zoo Fast Facts Age: half a century – the zoo first opened back in 1973 Size: 69 acres Number of species: 300+ Number of animals: 4,200+ including lions, elephants, monkeys, reptiles and birds Annual visitors: approximately two million River Wonders River Wonders is just exactly what it sounds like: a watery tropical paradise, where meandering walking trails and boat rides allow you to meet some of the many beasties you’d expect to find living in and around rivers – everything from ferociously cute red pandas to the giant Mekong catfish. This is Asia’s first (and so far only) river-themed wildlife park, and it also just happens to be home to the world’s largest freshwater aquarium. There are a few ways to explore the various zones of River Wonders. You’ll be relieved to learn you can do it on foot without the need for waders. But you can also book the Amazon River Quest boat ride, designed to simulate a journey down the Amazon, where animals like tapirs, leopards and giant anteaters can be spotted around the water’s edge. Check out other epic zones including the Amazon Flooded Forest, a ginormous freshwater aquarium that’s home to manatees, giant river otters and red-bellied piranhas. The Ganges River is where you’ll find the rare Indian gharial – a relative of crocodiles and alligators – the frog-faced softshell turtle, and the fearsome goonch catfish (aka the giant devil catfish), a river monster with razor-sharp teeth and a taste for human flesh. Come face to face with cute tamarins in Amazonia Encounters and don’t miss your chance to say hey to the inhabitants of the Pavilion Capital Giant Panda Forest, among them the eponymous big guys, plus their diminutive red panda pals. Cute! Backstage Pass Add-ons to general admission at River Wonders include the Backstage Pass, which gets you access to Manatee Mania. Here’s where you can get really close to these magnificent marine mammals, taking part in their training sessions and even having a go at hand-feeding them during meal time. Find out more, including ticket prices here. River Wonders Fast Facts Age: the Giant Panda Forest opened in 2012 with the rest of the park following in 2014. Originally known as RIver Safari, it changed its name to River Wonders in 2021. Size: 30 acres Number of species: 260+ Number of animals: 11,000+ land and aquatic critters including manatees, giant river otters, pandas, leopards and catfish. Annual visitors: approximately one million Tickets A Singapore pass from Go City includes general admission to all four of the wildlife parks at Mandai. That’s Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Bird Paradise and the Night Safari. Passes allow you to visit as many attractions as you like over several days, and also include other Singapore big-hitters like the Gardens by the Bay, Universal Studios and the SkyHelix Sentosa. In other words, you can save up to 50% on Singapore attractions if you plan to visit a lot. Find out more about the different Singapore pass types and buy yours here. Alternatively you can buy tickets – including multi-park passes – direct via the Mandai Wildlife Reserve website. This is also where you should book add-ons not included with Go City, such as the Amazon River Quest boat ride and River Wonders Backstage Pass. Opening Hours Singapore Zoo: 8.30am-6pm. Last admission at 5pm. River Wonders: 10am-7pm. Last admission at 6pm. For opening times of individual attractions within the park check here. Getting There Take the red North-South MRT line from downtown and disembark at Khatib station, exit A. From here, a shuttle bus runs to and from the Mandai Wildlife Park. Save on attractions and activities in Singapore Save on admission to Singapore attractions with Go City. Check out @GoCity on Instagram for the latest top tips and attraction info.
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Singapore winter events to watch for

Whilst many destinations batten down the hatches from December through to the start of March, there are a slew of winter events which take place annually in Singapore. The start of peak season, Singapore winter events range from Christmas and New Year celebrations to music festivals. Temperatures at this time of year rarely drop below 24°C. Humidity levels are some of the lowest at any time in Singapore’s calendar. So although you’re likely to face a bit of rain, especially at the start of the winter season, it’s certainly not going to dampen spirits as Singapore’s winter events take hold! Want to know what not to miss? Check out the top Singapore winter events right here! Christmas events in Singapore Head to Singapore towards the start of December and there’s no getting away from the Christmas festivities! Many of Singapore’s year-round attractions make an extra special effort to show seasonal cheer, whilst pop up events aren’t difficult to find either. Head to Gardens by the Bay and you not only get to explore the like of the avatar experience at its Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, but also its Christmas Wonderland. In the shade of the famed Supertree Grove, visitors can have their photo taken with Santa, take to rides including a Victorian carousel and enjoy a magical sound and light show. Needless to say, the wonderland is at its best after dark. Any time of day is a good time to visit the Christmas market at Capitol Singapore’s Outdoor Plaza. As well as a great place to do some last-minute gift buying, there’s an eight-meter-high Christmas tree, some of the best Christmas lights in Singapore, and even a nightly ‘snowfall’ around 7 PM. Elsewhere, you can fulfil your Christmas ice skating dreams at the indoor rinks at JCube or Kallang Ice World whatever the weather. New Year events in Singapore As if to prove just how glorious Singapore is at this time of year, Singapore gets no less than two new year celebrations. Festivities take place across the island, but the top place to head for the December 31 countdown to midnight has to be Marina Bay. The waterfront is lined with entertainment and lights leading up to the event everyone has been waiting for – the magnificent firework display as the clocks strike twelve. And what about Singapore’s other new year celebration? If you visit Singapore towards the end of January, you won’t fail to notice the lead up to Chinese New Year. This two-week long celebration coincides with the full moon, giving it its alternative name of the Lunar New Year. Chinatown is the obvious place to head, where stalls sell special treats such as nian gao (sweet rice cakes) beside exquisitely-made lanterns and other decorations. Firecrackers are another essential ingredient of the traditions, used to scare away a mythical beast. The celebrations culminate in another unmissable fair and firework display at Marina Bay. Additional January events in Singapore Displays of another kind are to be had at Singapore Art Week. Marrying traditional gallery exhibitions with talks, tours and art walks, it has become Singapore’s premier art event since its creation roughly a decade ago. An island-wide arts extravaganza, it usually takes place in late December or January. Mid-January is the timing of Pongal, or Harvest Festival. It’s marked by many Singaporeans with colorful rice flour artworks at the entrance to homes and businesses. Hindu temples become busy with worshippers, and special performances crop up alongside a variety of family-friendly hands-on workshops. At around the same time, the Singapore Fringe Festival brings a range of provocative, contemporary and heart-warming acts to its Theatres on the Bay location. A mix of Singaporean and international performers engage audiences with ticketed performacnes as diverse as Singapore itself! Other Singapore winter events For unrivalled revelry to the beat of some of the world’s best DJs, Singapore has the ZoukOut Music Festival. A far cry from the country’s reputation of hardworking efficiency, ZoukOut provides a great excuse to let your hair down. Taking place in early December on Sentosa Island’s Siloso Beach, this dusk-till-dawn celebration of dance music has become one of the biggest in Asia. No surprise then that it attracts some of the top names in the business. Previous incarnations have seen sets by the likes of David Guetta, Stereo MCs and DJ Jazzy Jeff. Singapore’s pleasure island, elsewhere on Sentosa visitors will discover a range of superb attractions. Extreme sports enthusiasts will satisfy their need for a new adrenaline rush at AJ Hackett Sentosa Giant Swing and Skybridge. From its maximum height of 40 meters, equivalent to a 12-story building, you’ll get the thrill of a lifetime and incredible views! A great alternative for those who aren’t sure their life insurance is up to date is Singapore Cable Car. It links Singapore’s Keppel harbor front with Sentosa and Mount Faber, providing expansive vistas across the southern coastline along the way. Meanwhile, February is a big month for couples thanks to Valentine’s Day. The recently heartbroken might well want to avoid Singapore this month since it goes all out with hearts and other symbols of pairing up. Most restaurants create special menus just for the day – make sure you book in good time – but there are other events to look out for too. These include outdoor movie screenings at Keppel Bay and couples’ massages in many spas. Or how about a romantic cruise along the Singapore River, taking in some of the country’s finest cityscapes? Visit for Singapore’s winter events – save on Singapore’s top attractions There are lots of reasons to consider a trip to Singapore during the winter months. You might be after a little warmth as the weather turns colder back home. Or you might be keen to explore Singapore’s winter events schedule. Either way, don’t miss your chance to experience Singapore’s top year-round attractions as well. We think there’s no better way to do this then with Go City! We give you the opportunity to save on admission whilst taking in a massive range of picks, from museums to theme parks.
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Things to do in Singapore at Night
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Things to do in Singapore at Night

The night. The mysterious time of the day when the light fades away, and things tend to go bump on a regular basis. To some, the absence of life brings the horror of our mortality to life. They go inside, turn on the lights, and pray for daybreak. Some of them sleep too. That's pretty useful. But to the rest of us, the night is just the beginning. It's our time to shine. To those of you out there who call the darkness home, we salute you. And we're here for you. Even on vacation, our penchant for the shadows cannot be sated. We flourish when others flounder. We head out into the night to find fun, where many dare not. We sleep during the day...because we have to sleep sometime. So, what can you do if you're a night owl in Singapore? Well, read on and discover our picks of the best things to do in Singapore at night! Cue thunder, lightning, and cackling. Including: Gardens by the Bay CÉ LA VI SkyBar at Marina Bay Sands Raffles Courtyard and Long Bar Wings of Time Marina Bay Night Bicycle Tour and more! See night wonders at Gardens by the Bay Let's kick things off with some greenery. Gardens of the Bay is not only Singapore's most famous green space; it's also one of the most recognizable on the planet. Featuring millions of plants across multiple climates, it's the perfect place to reconnect with nature. But when the sun goes down, you'll discover something even more amazing there - the Garden Rhapsody. And what is that? Well, it's the best light and music show you'll ever see in a park! Thanks to the park's Supertrees, you'll be treated to a light show that seems to move the trees along to the music. It's all smoke and mirrors, of course, merely a trick of the light. But it's one of the most impressive tricks of light you're ever likely to witness. So if you're looking for things to do in Singapore at night, the Garden Rhapsody is arguably the most awe-inspiring. And, with two shows every night, you'll always find time to check it out. Get rooftop vibes at CÉ LA VI SkyBar at Marina Bay Sands On Singapore's warm evenings, one of the best things to do in the city is have a refreshing drink. Want to appreciate some of the best views in the city while you sip? Do it all at a rooftop bar! Enter CÉ LA VI, Singapore's premier rooftop bar at Marina Bay Sands. Step off the elevator on the 57th floor, and you'll get VIP views along with VIP treatment. And yes, that means you'll be skipping the queue straight into the VIP bar! But we're not done yet, because you'll also get a free drink on us! Sublime. Or vibe on ground level at Raffles Courtyard and Long Bar However, if heights leave you squirming, or the heavens have opened up, why not try the drier, terra firma delights at Long Bar at Raffles? You'll still be treated to stunning surroundings, thanks to the swaying palms and majestic white arches that adorn the hotel's courtyard. You'll still get excellent service from Raffles' award-winning staff. And you'll still get a complimentary drink - of course, none other than the country's favorite 'Singapore Sling'. And hey, if you want to stay for longer, you'll get to pick from dozens of refreshing offerings on their eye-opening menu. Be dazzled at the Wings of Time For more song and light shenanigans, head to Singapore's premier hotspot, Sentusa's, for pyrotechnics with a plot! At the Wings of Time, through light, sound, song, and fireworks, you'll follow the story of Shahbaz, a bird from long ago, as he tries to find his way home. He and his friends explore human progress through the millennia, from the Pyramids to the Industrial Revolution. And all of this translates to one of the most dazzling spectacles you'll find in Singapore, one that lights up the night sky with a rainbow of colors. An unmissable experience, Wings of Time is one of the best things to do in Singapore when the sun goes down. Explore Singapore by night on a Marina Bay Night Bicycle Tour If you want to see some of Singapore's most prominent landmarks, then you needn't do it during the day. Thanks to this nighttime bike tour of Marina Bay, you can still tick plenty off your itinerary. With an experienced tour guide in tow, you'll pass plenty of Singapore's blissful landmarks, from the Gardens of the Bay to the SuperTrees, and along the Kallang River. And if you want to know more about each place, your guide will be more than happy to drop some knowledge bombs on your trip. Traveling around Singapore at night almost feels like another world, so if you're a night owl, get on your bike and get peddling! See sleepy - and not so sleepy - animals on a Night Safari If you wonder what other creatures share your night owl status, then where better to meet them than on an evening safari? With a rare chance to see what happens in the animal kingdom when the sun goes down, this night safari is one of the best things to do in Singapore at night! The park features four zones; Leopard Trail, Wallaby Trail, Fishing Cat Trail, and East Lodge Trail. And each zone houses a myriad of different species that can happily co-exist. So don't worry, it's nothing like Jurassic Park. And within each zone, you'll find plenty of animal favorites like lions, leopards, Malaysian tapirs, hippos, tigers, hyenas, otters, and bears. Even the adorable - and sadly incredibly endangered - pangolins are lurking about somewhere, waiting for their moment in the camera. See if you can find them. And those are our picks of the best things to do in Singapore at night! Looking for some more fun activities and attractions to grace your vacation's sunny days? Go City's got you covered. With our Explorer Pass and All-Inclusive Pass, you can pick and choose the best of Singapore for one low price.
Dom Bewley

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