A destination that offers an exciting journey of discovery for young and old alike, Singapore is one of the most popular holiday getaways in Asia for families. This vibrant metropolis is home to a wide range of attractions, theme parks and adventurous activities that provide plenty of thrills that ensure a truly unforgettable holiday. Amongst the most popular attractions for families are those that feature wildlife such as the Singapore Zoo and the Night Safari. Adding to this list of animal based sites of interest is the newly opened River Safari Singapore.
Offering a truly unique adventure based on major river systems of the world, this site is set to become one of the leading attractions in the city. Ideally located between the Night Safari and Singapore Zoo, this 12 hectare site takes you on amazing river boat rides amidst freshwater habitats with wildlife and marine life, one would normally see in these environments. On your voyage you will get a chance to see such wildlife as the Mississippi beaver, the alligator snapping turtle, the Congo tetra, giant freshwater stingray, the Mekong stingray and Mekong giant catfish.
River Safari Singapore takes passengers to such diverse river ecosystems as the Amazon, Nile, Mississippi, Ganges, Mekong and Yangtze. The rides featuring the Amazon and the rainforest that surrounds it offer some of the most exciting adventures at the site, set amidst exotic flora and fauna and a thick canopy created by the trees that tower above the ground. You can get a sense of what it is like exploring the Amazon including embarking on a river quest that takes you past a mysterious forest landscapes and wildlife.
Not to be missed is a visit to the Giant Panda forest where you will find its two star attractions Jia Jia and Kai Kai, two adorable pandas that are bound to captivate you and your family.
If you are planning a holiday to the city and looking for a Singapore city hotel from which to embark on your many tours, M Hotel Singapore makes an ideal choice. Centrally located within easy reach of Orchard Road, this stylish 4 star hotel Singapore can be found in the city’s Financial District.
Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.