Mandai Boardwalk is one of the freely accessible green spaces in Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and greenery outside of the ticketed park. The boardwalk entrance is next to River Wonders. (Photo courtesy of Mandai Wildlife Group)
Source: Media release
Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary is creating new experiences inspired by nature and wildlife. Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary is currently home to Singapore's wildlife parks such as Bird Paradise, Night Safari, River Wonders and Singapore Zoo. Later this year, the public will be able to enjoy a freely accessible boardwalk built along the edge of the Upper Seletar Reservoir. Subsequently, the long-awaited Mandai Rainforest Resort, operated by Banyan Tree, will open in the first half of 2025. Singapore will also soon have its fifth wildlife park, Rainforest His Wild, which will transport visitors to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. And Africa.
New nature-based edutainment activities will be held within Exploria and Curiosity Cove, indoor attractions conveniently located outside Singapore Zoo. Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary will be completed with the addition of Green Canvas, a meeting and conference facility. Mandai Gallery – An exhibition space that tells the history of Singapore's zoos. Singapore's only zoo school offers a zoo-based adventure program designed specifically for young children, as well as two campsites that operate throughout the year. These exciting additions will be rolled out gradually over the next few years.
Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary has been intentionally transformed into a 126-hectare destination packed with a variety of experiences that immerse visitors in the sights, sounds and scents of nature. In addition to ticketed experiences featuring curated adventures, there will also be freely accessible green spaces with playgrounds and diverse dining options. His 3.3km promenade, which wraps around River Wonders and Singapore Zoo, can provide visitors with unparalleled views of the Upper Seletar Reservoir.
Mike Barclay, Group CEO of Mandai Wildlife Group, said:
“We remain focused on expanding our positive impact in the fields of conservation, wildlife and animal research, while immersing our guests in a wide range of nature and wildlife experiences at the fully opened Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary. I'm excited about what we can do.” This integrated destination will provide a unique gateway to many exciting and respectful interactions with nature and animals for Singaporeans and international guests to enjoy. ”
he added:
“Mandai Rainforest Resort serves as the perfect launching pad for exploring the wildlife park and Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary’s many other facilities, and we are excited to announce new options for staycations. We welcome Banyan Tree, a local company with a world-renowned brand, as operators of this new resort, which will also allow park users to traverse a magical underworld of tree canopies, forest floors, and caves. We're also looking forward to introducing Rainforest Wild Asia, where you can explore the rainforests of Southeast Asia through a variety of walkways. ”
“Intentional Stay” at Mandai Rainforest Resort
Located in the eastern part of the Mandai Wildlife Reserve and overlooking the Upper Seletar Reservoir, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree marks the homecoming of hospitality company Banyan Group as its first resort in Singapore.
Set on 4.6 hectares, thoughtfully planted with native tree species in harmony with the forest landscape, the 338-room resort features standard and family rooms, as well as facilities such as a ballroom and meeting rooms. It consists of a multi-storey building. State-of-the-art gym room and rooftop swimming pool. Outside these are his 24 tall seed pod-shaped treehouses among the trees, some overlooking the reservoir. The resort concept is to harmonize with existing vegetation, tree lines and natural topography. It is located below the upper tier of surrounding trees and is designed to be unobtrusive.
Biophilia deeply influences the resort's architecture and is embedded in all programs, signature amenities and services. Inspired by Banyan Group's rich tradition of respecting the essence of its location, the unique features of the rainforest are depicted throughout the rooms, from forest floor to forest canopy to emerging layers. It inspires guests to appreciate the biodiversity around them. they.
The resort features both all-day dining and specialty restaurants focused on sustainable ingredients. The resort offers not only a spa experience but also a sensory journey through local art and design. Guests can explore local works by community artists in the retail store. A distinctive wellness center offers guests a variety of holistic treatments designed by Banyan Group's renowned spa experts.
Mandai Rainforest Resort is the country's first Super Low Energy (SLE) to feature smart control strategies, passive infrared occupancy sensors, and passive displacement ventilation, a solution that uses chilled water to cool the air rather than traditional air conditioning compressor units. It will also debut as a resort. .
Multilayered rainforest adventure
Exploration of the natural world and sense of wonder reach new heights at the 12.6-hectare Rainforest Wild Asia. This zoo is the first in Asia to incorporate adventure elements into its design. There are different trails to accommodate different expeditions, and you can also chance sightings of animals such as Malayan tigers, sun bears, and Francois langurs, which will be exhibited for the first time in Singapore.
The adventure level begins with a leisurely stroll along wheelchair-accessible boardwalks to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature and wildlife, explore forest treks, and explore rainforest trails over streams, rocks, and fallen logs. I will cross. Park users don safety harnesses and embark on thrill-seeking adventures, including climbing, jumping, and rappelling around the park while enjoying some of the most picturesque scenery and unique encounters the rainforest has to offer can also do.
The finale of your rainforest adventure is a 220-metre cave filled with cave racer snakes, scorpions, hissing cockroaches, and a variety of other reptiles and invertebrates. Featuring huge rock formations of stalactites and stalagmites, this cave experience is inspired by Sarawak's Mulu Caves, home to some of the world's largest, most spectacular and diverse stalactite caves.
At Rainforest Wild Africa, guests will experience tropical African and Madagascar-inspired landscapes with distinctive animals such as the pygmy hippopotamus and the elusive okapi, also making its debut in Singapore. The landscape includes exotic elements featuring iconic trees that reflect the geographical location and the formation of canyons where animal movements are coordinated. Guests can also enjoy the park through an immersive aerial adventure.
Earth-loving experiences for all ages
Located on the east side of the Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary adjacent to the resort are two buildings offering immersive indoor experiences and spaces: Exploria, Curiosity Cove, Mandai Gallery, Green Canvas and Zoo School. These buildings are surrounded by lush green space and activity lawns, providing ample space for outdoor activities, food and beverage options, retail, and inviting spaces for play, exploration, and education. We are creating a safe environment.
Designed to be immersive, technology-enabled edutainment, visitors to Exploria discover real-life phenomena in five worlds of supernatural environments through digital exploration. From an incredible library of microorganisms to simulations of Earth's extreme frontiers, they will virtually encounter some of Earth's most resilient and fascinating species. In the same building is Green Canvas, a collaboration space that invites people from all walks of life to its 2,800 square meters of event space, auditorium, and meeting rooms. It hosts traveling exhibitions, nature-themed lifestyle events, and inspiring talks aimed at inspiring audiences to rally and champion the protection of nature and wildlife. The topic will be covered.
Adjacent buildings include Mandai Gallery, Curiosity Cove, and Zoo School. Take a journey through time and delve into the history and heritage of Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary with a dynamic visual experience at Mandai Gallery, a free-to-enter permanent exhibition. Curiosity Cove immerses families in an indoor natural environment with a scale, pace and level of interaction accessible to young children, instilling an early love of nature and wildlife through tactile play. From woodlands where arboreal flora and fauna thrive to rivers of life in wetlands, this series of multimedia sensory adventures develops cognitive, social, motor and motor skills against the backdrop of immersive indoor play. encourages discovery.
Through outdoor-based discoveries and experiences set within the unique canvas of the Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary, Zoo School introduces children to a nature-based outdoor adventure program and taps into their innate curiosity, resilience , foster a sense of adventure. A customized curriculum that combines zoo education and park visits with the aim of instilling in young minds a deep appreciation and compassion for the natural world.
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Image 2: The family room at Mandai Rainforest Resort features a loft bed and a dedicated kids corner, providing the perfect cozy retreat for families to get in touch with nature and explore the wildlife parks of Mandai Wildlife Sanctuary . (Photo courtesy of Mandai Wildlife Group) |
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Image 3: Mandai Rainforest Resort offers a respite from the urban jungle. Some of these include treehouses with views of the lush tree canopy and Upper Seletar Reservoir. (Photo courtesy of Mandai Wildlife Group) |
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Image 4: Artistic depiction of a cave in the Rainforest Wild Asia. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the final product. (Photo courtesy of Mandai Wildlife Group) |
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Image 5: At Rainforest Wild Asia, visitors embark on a multi-layered rainforest experience, from the vibrant tree canopy above to the mysterious caves below. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the final product. (Photo courtesy of Mandai Wildlife Group) |
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Image 6: Artistic depiction of Curiosity Cove. An interactive playscape of supernatural landscapes, designed to encourage children to develop a love of nature and wildlife through play and imagination. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the final product. (Photo courtesy of Mandai Wildlife Group) |
