Singapore - bike adventure beyond the concrete jungle
Description
Cycle beyond the concrete jungle. Explore what nature has to offer in the greener parts of Singapore. If we are lucky we may see goshawks, owls, kingfishers, otters, macaques, monitor lizards & different types of birds, butterflies & dragonflies. It's a small group/couple experience - perfect for special occasions, birthdays, anniversaries or family getaways. Suitable for birders, wildlife photographers, nature lovers or anyone looking to see a different aspect of Singapore. Create beautiful memories with photos taken using professional photo gear* A moderate level of fitness is required as we will be cycling just over 30 km on this activity. However it will be at a fairly leisurely pace. *Number & quality of photos are dependent on a number of factors including the weather & available wildlife etc. Participants can expect to see about 20 images** which will be posted on social media. ** All rights reserved. You are welcome to contact us to discuss special requirements.
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Itinerary
We cycle around the Park enjoying the park and the sea view. If we are lucky we might see otters, monitor lizards and birds such as oriental pied hornbill or kingfisher. We also walk along the mangrove boardwalk hoping to see snakes and other wildlife. Please note that we reserve the right to amend the time spent at Pasir Ris Park given the goal of trying to maximise the chances of seeing wildlife during the whole duration of this activity.
We look around the wetland and hope to see many butterflies and dragonflies. We can also see how the wetland collects and treats water helping to safeguard the quality of water in the adjacent reservoir. If we are lucky we may see macaques and birds around the area. Please note that the time allocated is only an estimate and we may, in our absolute discretion allocate more or less time here on the actual day, or even totally omit this stop with the goal of maximising the chances of seeing wildlife during the other parts of this activity.
We enjoy the peace and quiet of this Park hoping to see different types of birds and butterflies. Please note that the time allocated is only an estimate and we may, in our absolute discretion allocate more or less time here on the actual day, or even totally omit this stop with the goal of maximising the chances of seeing wildlife during the other parts of this activity.
Punggol Park is our starting point and we cycle from here to our first intended stop at Pasir Ris Park. However from time to time there may be wildlife to see in Punggol Park itself as well as along the route and we may therefore allocate some time in exploring these options. Please note that the time allocated is only an estimate and we may, in our absolute discretion allocate more or less time here on the actual day, or even totally omit this stop with the goal of maximising the chances of seeing wildlife during the other parts of this activity.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that we do not have specialist equipment for disabled cyclists, but these individuals are very welcome to join us if they can bring along the specialist equipment they require.
Reviews(36)
Thanks for a very nice tour on the nature part of Singapor, can recommend for those who want to experience other parts of Singapore Kind regards Magnus
Thanks Magnus for the review. Pleased you enjoyed the activity and hope you enjoyed the remainder of your time in Singapore and Malaysia too! Colin
Amazing cycle tour in parks seeing wildlife with Colin , Samantha and Noel Quiet and safe cycle tracks Saw lots of wildlife and brilliant photography by Samantha and Noel that was uploaded to their social media pages the cycle start up Well recommended and not to be missed 6 stars !!
Louise, thanks for your great TripAdvisor review. We are very pleased you both enjoyed the day so much and thanks for the 6 stars!
Excellent half day spent exploring wildlife and parks on bikes Colin and Samantha so knowledgeable and made tour so enjoyable on quiet flat cycle paths Well recommended
Louise thank you so much for your kind review. It was a pleasure meeting you and Anthony and so pleased you enjoyed the activity.
Such a Terrific Ride into the Singaporean Wilderness!! Due to the Passion of the Owners, Colin & Sam, we got to ride off the “City Grid” and into Mangrove Swamps and Deep Forest Trails featuring many types of Kingfishers, Otters, Parrots and other numerous Birds. We even saw a Spitting Cobra!! It was a Truly Memorable Ride!! Highly, Highly Recommend!!
Thank you so much for your review. We're really pleased you enjoyed the day. It was great riding with you!
Do you like cycling? Do you like nature? Do you want to see fascinating flora and fauna? Do you want to meet two amazing guides, Colin and Samantha? If yes, then this is the tour for you. I had a most delightful bike ride in Singapore today. Not in the busy, congested city, but through parks and recreational preserves. Great riding, amazing flora and fauna and two amazing guides. Colin and Samantha from The Cycle Startup.
Jim, many thanks for your review. The weather was kind to us and we managed to see a lot! It was great riding with you and we're pleased you enjoyed the activity!
A fabulous experience. An opportunity to see Singapore outside the concrete jungle. Samantha and Colin have excellent knowledge of the countryside and wildlife and went out of their way to make it an enjoyable adventure.
Many thanks for your review. We're so pleased you enjoyed the day!
Sadly weather caused trip to be cancelled. Samantha was very helpful and assisted in getting full refund. Brill service and communication all round.
Thank you Scott for your kind review. Yes sadly the weather wasn't kind to us on that day. We hope both of you enjoyed your time in Singapore and will be pleased to see you on a future visit!
The highlight of my trip to Singapore so far! Colin, Samantha and Samantha were wonderful guides whose passion for nature shines through, and Noel's photographic assistance was great. I felt so spoiled being the only visitor on my tour! We saw white-bellied eagles, a beautiful goshawk, three kinds of kingfisher, sea otters, long-tailed macaques, tree-climbing crabs, mudskippers, monitor lizards, a whip snake, and many more creatures. I also learned a lot about the local economy and infrastructure, which was a nice bonus. The bike was comfortable and well-maintained, water was cold and plentiful, and the pace was pleasant. The guides took tons of photos on professional cameras that I'm excited to see; it was super nice not having to worry about capturing everything and just being in the moment. Would definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys cycling, nature, and a path less traveled!
Thank you so much Steph for your kind review. Yes the weather was kind to us that day and the wildlife came out to say hello! We were pleased to be able to show you a different side of Singapore.
Colin was great! He was very informative, we biked at the pace that was comfortable for us. And the bike tour was all on trails. I strongly recommend the tour. The only negative was the condition of the bikes. We wish they were in better shape.
Thank you Lenny & Lisa for your kind words and the feedback is noted and acted on. We were lucky with the weather and hope that we showed you a different side of Singapore, less frequented by visitors.
This was my all-time favorite of the activities I have done in Singapore. Colin was a kind and thoughtful guide who shared his deep knowledge of the natural spaces in Singapore and the wildlife that inhabits them. I wasn’t sure if the mileage would be too much for me, since I don’t bicycle regularly, but the terrain is all flat so it was fine, and totally worth the effort. It was a glorious way to see a completely different side of Singapore
Many thanks Diana for your review. It was a pleasure to accompany you on this activity. We were lucky with the weather!
