Overview
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4 hours
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Walk through Singapore's rainforest and discover the Bukit Brown Chinese cemetery, a unique heritage site set in lush greenery.
We will walk through the McRitchie and Rifle Range nature reserves along well-maintained trails, where you can expect to see local wildlife - monkeys and birds mostly - majestic trees, exotic fruits, clear streams, grassy swamps, and a peaceful reservoir.
The Bukit Brown cemetery is a scenic and peaceful network of small backroads with a few trails that lead deeper in the jungle and to an isolated Taoist temple.
We’ll walk 3 to 4h in tropical weather (around 10km) so come recharged, hydrated, and ready to break a sweat. Tropical downpours may force us to pause and take shelter, potentially adding 30min to the walk.
Our end point is Beauty World, a traditional mall with plenty of local food and drink options.
Wear closed walking shoes and bring plenty of water (1.5L per person).
Also good to pack: raincoat, sunblock, insect repellent.
The jungle awaits.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travellers adverse to walking 3 to 4 hours in tropical weather
What To Expect
Bukit Brown Cemetery
From the meetup point it's a 20min warm-up walk through a leafy neighbourhood to Bukit Brown. Bukit Brown is a municipal Chinese cemetery that operated from 1922 to 1973. It offers a captivating glimpse into what the burial traditions of the different Chinese communities were then. We'll walk along the cemetery's quiet roads that wind through lush greenery. This is a peaceful, sunny place with elaborate Chinese tombs that include that of prominent figures after which some of Singapore's streets are still named. Our exact route will depend on terrain conditions, as rain can flood certain paths. But we will walk past majestic trees covered in curtains of vegetation (dubbed the "Avatar trees"), go and find a solitary Taoist temple in the jungle, and eventually leave the cemetery’s quiet greenery to head into the McRitchie rainforest.
MacRitchie Nature Trail
We'll dive into the rainforest via a well-maintained trail towards the McRitchie reservoir, a large body of clear water lined by thick vegetation, where herons can often be seen in the shallow edges or in the tall grass. The path follows the reservoir shore, skirting a scenic golf course for a while, before heading back into the forest. We'll climb the Jelutong observation tower for an expansive view of the surrounding canopy and continue into the jungle, walking along and across a stream towards the Rifle Range section.
Options
Jungle and Heritage Walk in Singapore
What‘s Included
There are no admission fees to pay.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It is a beautiful hike...
Anudeepika J,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a beautiful hike with nice variations (forest, lake, old cemetry) and Steve is a great guide. He is very knowledgeable about the local cultural nuances and history, and is very passionate about nature. Highly recommended for nature lovers and hikers.
An amazing and unique tour!
Danielle T,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is truly the most unique tour experience you can get in Singapore. It was great to experience a side of the country that you wouldn't usually see. Coming from the US it was amazing to actually experience a jungle environment. You start off in a really cool overgrown Chinese graveyard, and get to see some very unique graves, and Steve gives you a great background into the history and culture of the graveyard, along with the small community that still upkeeps it. It was very interesting and the Jungle aspect was truly beautiful. Truly someplace you would never see if you weren't a local that was in the know! You also get to stop by a small Taoist temple in the Graveyard, and hear some history behind it. You then make your way through 2 different nature reserve areas. They are both very beautiful! I was able to see many different plant types that Steve pointed out; ginger, banana, rambutan, starfruit, taro, and we got to see some magnificent natural "Avatar" trees (the real type that the Garden by the Bay ones are based on, which were so cool!), and some massive Banyan trees! You can make a few stop offs at some look out points that give an amazing view. We also were able to see some wildlife; monkeys (even a baby one!), some monitor lizards, parakeets, wild chickens, squirrels, etc. Steve is a great tour guide! I was solo, and honestly I'm pretty introverted and was a little nervous it'd only be the 2 of us, but he was very easy to have a conversation with! He was very knowledgeable giving tidbits on history, culture, wildlife, and plants. He also had a bunch of great stories he shared. He came very prepared and ensured we had a safe trek. We ended at Beauty World, which had a small but very tasty food centre in it. You could also stay and do some shopping at local stores if you want. I truly can't recommend this enough! I scoured the travel sights looking for an experience outside of the standard city tours, and this was the only one I came across. It is very worth it, just be prepared to walk! This is a great break from the city.
superb!
Roving50340560067,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience! it was very enlightening to walk in the forest! lovely explanations too!
A great way to discover a different side of Singapore
Ani Schmi,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed the jungle tour with Steve. It was a great way to see a different side of Singapore and learn about its history, nature, and some hidden spots like an old Chinese cemetery. Steve was a friendly and knowledgeable guide and the walk was easy enough to handle with comfortable shoes and enough water. Everything was well organized, and getting there by MRT was simple. Definitely worth doing if you want something beyond the usual sightseeing.
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