Greenery Scenery

What is JUNGLE TREKKING?

Is an adventure where you can bring along your resources like food and other articles and get in touch with nature as you walk through jungle. You might need a guide or good map so you won't lose your way in a thick jungle.


Bukit Timah Nature Reserve!

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Location: Central Singapore in the 164 hectare (400 acres) Bukit Timah Hill (BTH)
*Highest land point on Singapore. 
*Wide ranges of plants, animals, and insects with over 800 native plant species. 
*Animalism such as flying lemurs, anteaters, reticulated pythons, and the paradise tree snake(harder to spot)
Long-tailed macaque, a small monkey, which is quite used to human presence. 

Nature and photo enthusiasts will thoroughly enjoy this nature reserve. As for the sporty group, there is also technical rock climbing in the northern area of the park at Dairy Farm Quarry.



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 “The hiking trails range from an easy one hour climb to the

top of the hill all the way to five hour treks through steep jungle terrain. Trails are well-marked with rest huts along the way. You can pick up a free map from the Visitor's Centre near the park entrance (08:30-18:00) where there's also a public toilet, souvenir shop, and canteen.”

[Source: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/index.php?option=com_visitorsguide&task=naturereserves&id=46&Itemid=75]



What if you lose your way?

1)Bukit Timah Nature Reserve pamphlet(with colored routes)will provide clear guides on the trekking routes

2)Book a guided tour at $60 per group of up to 15 people.

There are several routes to the summit of BTH. 

Summit Path
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1)Shortest and Easiest trekking route:Red Walking Trail

(-1km)

(-Direct Route to the Summit)

(-15-30mins of walking time)

[Source: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/index.php?option=com_visitorsguide&task=naturereserves&id=46&Itemid=75]

2)Most challenging:Yellow Walking Trail

Bukit Timah is located just north of the equator,

Weather:Often very humid

Tips: Bring a towel and a change of clothing,

Bring your camera, and a bottle of water

Law: To maintain Singapore reputation as a clean and green city

So, there are a few red signs you'll want to look out for before (having to pay a fine):

* Open fires and commoving are prohibited.

* Leave radios and sound systems behind.

* Do not put up any signs or markers without authorisation.

*("Offenders of any of the above conditions shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months or both." )

[Source: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve informational pamphlet]

 

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Pulau Ubin
Palau Ubin is an island that is off the northern coast of Singapore’s main island.
It has a
:Wide variety of Flora and Fauna for your visual pleasure
:Trekking Terrain (8am to 7pm)
Take note!:Below 10 years old require parental consent
:Price:According to Adventour, trekking is offered at a price of $99(However admission=free)


Why trek in Pulau Ubin? Are you hungry for a real challenge? Have you already conquered Singapore’s highest land point? Then trekking at Pulau Ubin can be your next goal to achieve! Instead of the usual guided tour
-More independent 
-Acquire brand new experiences 
-Learn basic survival skills

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Rent bicycles, book a chalet, or even camp overnight at the island for a true wildlife experience!
Have a look at what Singapore used to be like in the 1960s and taste some authentic local food on the island,like Durian.


For more information, log on to http://www.adventour.com.sg/activities.html.

Recommended for : All ages

Adventurous level : up to 

Information gathered is strictly for project use, credits:
Jungle trekking:

http://www.summitpost.org/bukit-timah/151240

http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/index.php?option=com_visitorsguide&task=naturereserves&id=46&Itemid=75

Pictures:
Jungle trekking picture : http://www.cebusmile.com/images/2009/apr/028-1.jpg