Living right next to the reserve, I am in there almost every week. It is the tallest "mountain" in Singapore, with a whopping 164m. A fair bit of history there, as well as some abandoned quarries, walls of which are now used for rock climbing. One of the few legal trails to go mountainbiking. Or, just enjoy the six km... More

I have always loved trekking but Singapore being a small country does not offer much when I comes to hiking and trekking. I googled up about this place and was quite impressed with trek routes the little nature reserve has to offer. Ranging from about 4.5 km to 10km, there are different routes with different difficulty types. Wearing your favourite... More

Make sure you have enough water with you since it's a steap climb in the humid weather. Also take lots of insect repellant, it's needed! At the entrance there is a large group of monkeys, if you come by car don't be surprised that they are sitting on the roof if you return. Don't go on a Sunday morning when... More

Its got the lot. mental expats on bikes, mad locals going the wrong way on the bike trails. Peaceful jungle disturbed only by sign ignoring locals determined to inform everyone that they are 'in nature'. If you can put up with this you're in for a real treat. I love it noise and mental bikers and food steeling monkeys.

This is a safe and very easy introduction to hiking in this part of the world. But if you want the real experience you must go to Malaysia or Indonesia. There is a footpath all the way to the top of Bukit Timah (the hill the reserve is named after). Take water & mosquito repellent. Try and go early in... More

you can go there by bus, very wild in some areas , the former quarries are amazing.

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is an ideal place for getting in touch with nature while sweating it out. It would be good to go with a friend so that you could keep a lookout for each other. You would need to bring along water and a towel if you tend to sweat a lot. You could even hike to MacRitchie... More

Avoid the hot midday sun and visit either during early mornings or evenings. Much more 'happening' on weekends, you'll be able to hike/stroll/ jog/ train with fellow nature lovers. Various activites such as taiji, long-distance runners, trekkers or just families/couples that enjoy busking in the nature or even picnic. Do Not Litter in the Ponds/ reservoir or you;ll be fined!

This is a great place to go to anytime of the day as you will be walking through shaded jungle. Well marked foot paths, monkeys to entertain, bird watchers delight and there are even durian trees where if you do get near a allen durian, you may pick up for home. Good walking shoes, walking stick and repellent plus drinking... More