5-Hour Nature Ride

Singapore - bike adventure beyond the concrete jungle

★ 5.0 37 reviews

from $84.04 From-price per person; the total depends on group size

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Duration: 5 hours
Meeting point: GoCycling @ Punggol Park
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: The Cycle Startup

Overview

This five hour ride with The Cycle Startup starts and finishes at GoCycling @ Punggol Park on Hougang Ave 10, with an 08:30 start time stated in the listing. The route heads through Pasir Ris Park, past Lorong Halus Wetland, and onto Coney Island Park, passing Punggol Park along the way. Reviewers repeatedly describe it as a side of Singapore most visitors never see: reservoirs, quiet paths, mango trees, and birdlife rather than towers and malls.

The ride suits people with moderate fitness. It is almost entirely flat, but one reviewer cautioned that it is a long trek, so some base cycling stamina helps. The group is capped at four travellers. The guides, named in many reviews, are praised for their nature knowledge and for sharing photos they take along the way.

A bicycle, helmet, bandana, and bottled water are included, and a disposable poncho is provided if it rains. Snacks, lunch, and insurance are not, so plan food accordingly. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for travellers with back problems or pregnancy, and riders with disabilities are welcome if they bring the specialist equipment they need.

From$84.04 per person

Duration5 hours

Rating5.0 from 37 reviews

What's Included

Included

Use of bicycle
Bike helmet
Free bandana
Bottled water
Disposable Poncho (if raining)

Not Included

Snacks
Insurance
Lunch

Run byThe Cycle Startup

Itinerary

Meet at GoCyclingMeet at GoCycling @ Punggol Park, 11 Hougang Ave 10, Singapore 538768, for the 08:30 start. The meeting point is next to GoCycling.
Pasir Ris ParkRide through Pasir Ris Park for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Lorong Halus WetlandA 30 minute stop at Lorong Halus Wetland.
Coney Island ParkSpend 45 minutes at Coney Island Park. Punggol Park is passed by on the way.
Return to startThe tour ends back at the original meeting point at GoCycling @ Punggol Park.

BikeIncluded

HelmetIncluded

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will make the morning go more smoothly, based on what the listing covers and what several reviewers reported.

Bring extra water. Bottled water is included, but one reviewer found the heat intense and suggested a refillable bottle as backup. They noted there is a water station at the stop before Coney Island.
Flat but long. The paths are quiet and almost completely level, according to reviewers. Even so, the distance is considerable, and one traveller described needing to be a little bicycle fit. Moderate physical fitness is listed as a requirement.
Very small group. The tour has a maximum of four travellers. Reviews describe guides who share local knowledge with enthusiasm and take photos for guests during the ride.
Food is on you. Snacks and lunch are not included, and neither is insurance. Eat before the 08:30 start or carry something to eat along the way.
Rain and sun. A disposable poncho is provided if it rains, and the helmet and bandana are part of the kit.
Getting there. The meeting point at Punggol Park is near public transportation, per the listing. The tour starts at 08:30 and ends back at the same spot.

From$84.04 per person

Rating5.0 from 37 reviews

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Common issues. The honest limits: the tour is not wheelchair accessible, the operator has no specialist equipment for disabled cyclists (though riders who bring their own are welcome), and it is not recommended for people with back problems, pregnant travellers, or anyone with serious heart conditions. One reviewer found the heat intense and suggested the fitness guidance understates the effort a little, given the length of the ride. Snacks and lunch are not covered. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the 08:30 start are not accepted and receive no refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The tour includes use of a bicycle, a helmet, a free bandana, and bottled water. A disposable poncho is provided if it rains. Snacks, lunch, and insurance are not included.

Where Does The Tour Meet And What Time Does It Start?

It meets at GoCycling @ Punggol Park, 11 Hougang Ave 10, Singapore 538768, next to GoCycling, and starts at 08:30. The ride ends back at the same meeting point. The listing does not state pickup, so check the booking page if you need transport to the start.

How Long Is The Tour And Where Does It Go?

It runs about five hours. The route covers Pasir Ris Park for 1 hour and 30 minutes, Lorong Halus Wetland for 30 minutes, and Coney Island Park for 45 minutes, with Punggol Park passed by along the way.

Do I Need To Pay Admission Fees At The Stops?

No. Admission is free at Pasir Ris Park, Lorong Halus Wetland, and Coney Island Park. The only costs beyond the tour price are things like snacks and lunch, which are excluded.

Is The Tour Suitable For Beginners Or People With Limited Mobility?

The route is flat and on quiet cycle paths, but travellers need moderate physical fitness and it is a fairly long ride. It is not wheelchair accessible, not recommended for those with back problems or pregnancy, and not suitable for anyone with serious heart conditions. Disabled cyclists are welcome if they bring their own specialist equipment.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start receive no refund and are not accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.