HSBC TreeTop Nature Walk
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The HSBC TreeTop Walk (HSBC TTW) is the highlight of an 11 km-hiking route in MacRitchie that brings you through different stages of mature secondary forest. The first of its kind in Singapore and in the region, this free-standing suspension bridge connects the two highest points (Bukit Peirce and Bukit Kalang) in MacRitchie and offers a birdÂ’s eye view of the community of plants and animals that live in the forest canopy. The total length of the walkway is about 250m and its height from the forest floor varies, with the highest point at 25m.
Besides providing another avenue for nature recreation for Singaporeans, the HSBC TTW will also play an important role in forest canopy research, an area many researchers were not able to get into because of lack of access. This bridge will help to facilitate surveys and plant identification work and further our understanding of how forest ecosystems work. -
Frequently Asked Questions about the HSBC TTW
How do we get there?
The HSBC TreeTop Walk is accessible from MacRitchie Reservoir Park via MacRitchie Nature Trail. The walk will approximately be 4.5 km (2-3 hours walk) from the reservoir park. The HSBC TTW is the highlight of an 11 km-hiking route in MacRitchie that brings you through different stages of mature secondary forest. We are also currently exploring possibility of providing other access points.
Getting to MacRitchie Reservoir
By Bus
Take bus nos. 74, 93, 130, 132, 156, 157, 162, 165, 166, 167, 605, 852, 855 or 980. Alight along Lornie Road at the bus-stop in front of MacRitchie Reservoir Park.
By Car
Entrance to the MacRitchie Reservoir Park car park is along Lornie Road.
The 11 km-route in MacRitchie is a loop trail, with trails beginning in both directions from MacRitchie Reservoir Park. From the bus-stop and carpark, you can either walk left and pass the zig-zag bridge to Lornie Trail or right to pass the fishing ground to MacRitchie Nature Trail to begin.
What is the opening hours ?
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. (Last entry to walk is 4.30 p.m.).
Note: The HSBC TTW is closed on Mondays for maintenance and research.
Do we need to pay?
There is no admission charge at the moment.
How many people can the HSBC TTW accommodate?
For the comfort and enjoyment of all visitors, we will be restricting visitor numbers to 30 pax at any one time as well as visitor flow. The traffic along the walkway is one-way. Therefore, visitors will enter via the ranger post at Bukit Peirce and exit at Bukit Kalang and continue on to the Petaling Trail.
What can we see up there?
Instead of arching their necks to observe the canopy, visitors are now able to catch a glimpse of the vibrant “high life” of the forest at their eye level. From this high vantage point, nature enthusiasts will be able to have a closer observation of the animal community in the canopy or take a peek at the flowers or fruits of tall trees and climbers and their pollination activities
Are there any resting stops along the 11km-route?
A Ranger Station is located at the cross road of the 11 km- hiking route. It serves as a convenient resting point, with basic amenities such as toilets and a water cooler, and an information kiosk for users. There are also two shelters at the 2.8 km and 5 km mark along the route.
The ranger station will be occupied during normal working hours. Visitors who need assistance outside the office hours can contact our 24-hours ranger number at 64685736. -
MacRitchie Map
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Another easlier or shorter way to get there is via Island Club Road to Singapore Island Country Club to the Bukit Kalang Service Reservior then to the Ranger Station...
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Another way to enjoy the nature & relax our stressfull mind, while not forgetting the course of another healthy lifestyle.
This kinda inform our folks, there's much more to do then the usual jog & walk; you will never know! I'm kinda nature lover under the "evil mask" of mine
Used to go Changi & Pasir Ris Mangrove for boardwalk, also Pulau Ubin to cycle & fishing not forgetting Labrador Park & Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve!
Miss those days of carefree!
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And the Temple of Ruin (Shino Shrine Ruin) siting rite inside
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Look like a camouflage man in the middle.Originally posted by erijazz:And the Temple of Ruin (Shino Shrine Ruin) siting rite inside
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hmm... looks wonderful!
be nice to look at nature without trampling on most of everything... and a 3rd dimension too -
Went there once before it was completed. The place is quite deep inside and has to climb a significant number of steps to reach the top. But the view's real nice.
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Went there on Friday and again on Sunday...had alot of fun!!!Originally posted by erijazz:And the Temple of Ruin (Shino Shrine Ruin) siting rite inside going to go there everyweekend now...great way to keep fit and enjoy abit of greenery...11km walk/run a bit siong on the muscles though...did it in 3 hours.
Went through the tree top walk too...not mind blowing experience but still nice..I saw a "couple" of green pigeons...very unusual...
was looking for the shinto shrine...where is it? is it accessible? how do I get to it? Please share and I will go again this Sunday to look for it. -
3 HoursOriginally posted by care bear:Went there on Friday and again on Sunday...had alot of fun!!! going to go there everyweekend now...great way to keep fit and enjoy abit of greenery...11km walk/run a bit siong on the muscles though...did it in 3 hours.
Went through the tree top walk too...not mind blowing experience but still nice..I saw a "couple" of green pigeons...very unusual...
was looking for the shinto shrine...where is it? is it accessible? how do I get to it? Please share and I will go again this Sunday to look for it. Got shorter route or not? -
looks cool to walk this bridgeOriginally posted by cwill:
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you mean to get to the tree top walk? Go by the Island Club Road..thats the shortest...see the map posted above...that route will only take 1/2 an hour at most I think to get there....drive down all the way to the end of that road,you will see a barricade...alot of cars were parked down there last weekend...there will be signs pointing you in the direction to walk..enjoy!!
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sounds like fuN!
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looks fun....
but 11km? like very far hor...
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11km the longest route...got short short one also...
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U come meh? U need ur beauty sleep dear...Originally posted by nove:sounds like fuN!
hmmm no outing?
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hiking not the same as running/jogging
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Does that mean u can wake up 5am in the morning and go hiking? So that in the middle of the hike, you can watch the sunrise??Originally posted by nove:hiking not the same as running/jogging -
Originally posted by kops21:Does that mean u can wake up 5am in the morning and go hiking? So that in the middle of the hike, you can watch the sunrise??
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i wake up at 6am to bring people to ubin cycling every 2 months.
i go to ubin almost every month and reach there at 8.
i know thats real late but then its real far from where i live (the other end of the island)
IF theres a reason for waking up, i will.
it all depends on whether i think its a good reason or not lah.
waking up at 5am to go torture myself to go jogging is totally off for me lah. -
Agree that motivation is a strong factor to forgo something else.Originally posted by nove:i wake up at 6am to bring people to ubin cycling every 2 months.
i go to ubin almost every month and reach there at 8.
i know thats real late but then its real far from where i live (the other end of the island)
IF theres a reason for waking up, i will.
it all depends on whether i think its a good reason or not lah.
waking up at 5am to go torture myself to go jogging is totally off for me lah.
I also c that u have a time issue on hand more than motivation... -
if i have my own car or transport that can enable me to reach macritchie in time to see a sunrise, of course i will!
i mean im quite upset and offended that you attributed everything to the fact that you assume girls are not capable of waking up to engage in such outdoors or nature activities
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Kops21 always admire ladies or older folks going through similair kind of exercise or physical activities that kops21 is doing. These people have to put in extra effort than kops21, the spirits is admirable.Originally posted by nove:if i have my own car or transport that can enable me to reach macritchie in time to see a sunrise, of course i will!
i mean im quite upset and offended that you attributed everything to the fact that you assume girls are not capable of waking up to engage in such outdoors or nature activities
Those who help themselves will be save.