Singapore Travel Logo

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve

This nature reserve is located near the geographic centre of Singapore, on the slopes and surrounding areas of Bukit Timah Hill.

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve

This nature reserve is located near the geographic center of Singapore, on the slopes and surrounding areas of Bukit Timah Hill. At 164m, the hill is the highest point in the country. Today, the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is one of the largest patches of primary rainforest left in Singapore. This nature reserve acts as a water catchment for the reservoirs around the area.

This reserve is home to a varied amount of flora and fauna. 840 species of flowering plants and over 500 animal species populate this reserve.  It is also a popular place for hiking, running, and training for mountain climbing. There are also small groups of people who visit the reserve for mountain biking, as there are properly allocated trails.

Explore the nature reserve as with macritchie reservoir park,  there are various walking trails too.  even specifically for mountain bikers. Open for visitor center from 8.30 am to 6 pm daily.

How to get to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve

Bus services 67, 75, 170, 171, 173, 184, 852, and 961 take you along upper road. alight this road, opposite shopping beauty world center.

Why not hire a car while you’re in Singapore, this is a great option and gives you the freedom to go everywhere in your own time. Roads are easy to follow and great to drive on. Hire cars are modern. Tourists can drive using a valid foreign license and an International Driving Permit (IDP), issued in your home country. If you come from one of the Asian Nations you can drive in Singapore without an international permit.

Related Articles in Singapore on

Santa Grand Hotel Bugis 1 Accommodation

Santa Grand Hotel Bugis

The Santa Grand Hotel Bugis is located a 10-15 minute walk away from Bugis or Lavendar MRT station.

More about Singapore
Santa Grand Hotel East Coast 7 Accommodation

Santa Grand Hotel East Coast

The Santa Grand Hotel East Coast is in the Katong area on the east coast of Singapore.

More about Singapore
Santa Grand Hotel West Coast 3 Accommodation

Santa Grand Hotel West Coast

The Santa Grand Hotel West Coast is located near the National University of Singapore, on the West Coast of Singapore.

More about Singapore
Tai Hoe Hotel 2 Accommodation

Tai Hoe Hotel

Tai Hoe Hotel is located close to Farrer Park MRT station on the North-East Line, near Little India.

More about Singapore
The Fragrance Hotel (Joo Chiat) 1 Accommodation

The Fragrance Hotel (Joo Chiat)

The Fragrance Hotel(Joo Chiat) is located in Joo Chiat on the east coast of Singapore. An alternative stay.

More about Singapore
Butternut Tree Hotel 1 Accommodation

Butternut Tree Hotel

Butternut Tree Hotel is located in the Chinatown area, within walking distance of Outram Park MRT Station.

More about Singapore
Value Hotel Balestier 9 Accommodation

Value Hotel Balestier

Value Hotel Balestier is a budget hotel located in the Balestier area, an area bustling with eateries. Nearest to Novena MRT Station.

More about Singapore
Value Hotel Nice 1 Accommodation

Value Hotel Nice

Value Hotel Nice is a budget hotel located in the Balestier area, an area bustling with eateries. Nearest to Novena MRT Station.

More about Singapore
Value Hotel Thomson 6 Accommodation

Value Hotel Thomson

Value Hotel Thomson is a budget hotel located in the Balestier area, an area bustling with eateries. Nearest to Novena MRT Station.

More about Singapore