All reviews
Review Author: ziyi
Review Date: 12 Sep 2026
Review Body: absolutely amazing experience! woodlands botanics garden is such a hidden gem, the amount of biodiversity here is amazing and i learnt so much about singapore’s history and governance ! wilson, our guide was an amazing and caring host :-) this is the community garden version of gardens by the bay, 10/10 recommend, not too hot as well
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Dianne
Review Date: 13 Sep 2026
Review Body: Wilson was such an engaging and knowledgeable guide. It made my experience of Woodlands Botanical Gardens such a wonderful experience, worth travelling so far for! Just a note, the meeting point for tours is at the playground next to the gardens.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: JL
Review Date: 23 Feb 2026
Review Body: Really loved it! I took my family (8 of us ranging from ages 6-80!) and everyone really enjoyed the experience.
We loved how heartfelt the entire experience was. Can really feel the heart that has gone into the garden. Can also feel Wilson's passion - he was very happy to just chat to us even though we had exceeded the time. Wilson's a great guide. He's super passionate, really knows his stuff. Very caring and hospitable
And it's a very worthwhile cause. It's a community garden that has brought lots of wildlife back to SG (more butterflies species in the garden than the entire UK!). Knowing that it's a pure community garden ie only supported by two people and an army of volunteers essentially, and that our money goes towards maintaining it is great
The stories and the heart behind the garden are incredible. Really makes you think of what is possible when one or two individuals decide to take action to rewild the land. Within 5 years it went from a very boring patch of grass to a gorgeous wild landscape bursting with flowers. It's such a joy to behold.
Highly recommended to anyone who loves nature and wants to see what kind of biodiversity is possible in our very urban city.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Gail
Review Date: 14 Mar 2026
Review Body: A wonderful guided tour to observe & learn about the biodiversity in the garden & how it was cultivated. Highly unlike what we normally get to experience in this concrete jungle (and even in other parks or community gardens).
Wilson the guide was highly engaging with the information shared, via clear passion & eloquence. Apart from beautiful & less common flora & fauna, we caught sight of many butterflies & interesting species of birds & insects. Highly recommend!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Melissa
Review Date: 15 Mar 2026
Review Body: Krissten clearly communicated information about the event beforehand and was very happy to help on the day. Wilson and Ganesh were very knowledgeable, passionate and happily shared their experiences of their garden. The event was very well organised and included a lovely morning tea. A really interesting tour in a part of Sinagpore that I wouldn't have seen if not for this tour! Thank you everyone :)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Lynn
Review Date: 12 Aug 2026
Review Body: A truly unique nature experience in Singapore! 🌿 Wilson was a knowledgeable and engaging tour guide, and I loved discovering the garden, seeing butterflies, and appreciating how much nature can thrive in such a short period since COVID. It was wonderful to see nature’s possibilities right here in Singapore. I highly recommend this tour — I would give it 6 stars if I could! 🦋🌱
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Erica
Review Date: 29 Aug 2026
Review Body: Review from a 11 year old guest: I love the butterflies and the many flowers! I learnt about why lizards do pushups and the difference between butterfly-pollinated flowers and bee-pollinated flowers. For future guests:When you see ants, try to step out of their trail. If they bite you, take a selfie and RUN. Wear long pants and closed toe shoes.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Jean
Review Date: 31 Mar 2026
Review Body: Really enjoyed Wilson’s dedication and Winna’s planning to showcasing the beauty and thought the volunteer team did to create the Woodlands Botanical Gardens from a simple hill! Appreciated the insights from Ganesh, Wilson and Winna :) Even brought back a piece of the garden home
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Corinna
Review Date: 21 Mar 2026
Review Body: The experience was well organised and process well thought out . Mr Wilson impressed with his vast knowledge of plants / insects / trees .
Kirsten was a charming and thoughtful hostess .
I learnt quite a few things about the garden which I can share with friends.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ash
Review Date: 21 Mar 2026
Review Body: Hosted by Krissten and Wilson for the garden walk. Truly a pleasure. Krissten was really attentive, making sure we are well taken care of. While Wilson was extremely knowledgeable and passionate. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thank you!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Stefan
Review Date: 30 Mar 2026
Review Body: Enjoyed learning about how the gardens are deliberately designed to attract wildlife, especially how certain plants like the pagoda plants play host to the birdwing butterfly and the mistletoe for the painted jezelbel butterfly.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Karol
Review Date: 22 Mar 2026
Review Body: A very enjoying and inspiring experience. Great guides who are very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this is a nice Sunday morning experience. Thank you.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: D
Review Date: 29 Mar 2026
Review Body: The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and it was a lovely side of Singapore that I never knew existed. The whole experience was thoughtfully arranged.
Review rating: 5
Itinerary
Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: A guided walk through Singapore's wildest community garden
Itinerary Description: Meet up at Woodlands Botanical Garden, a community garden fully run by volunteers
Learn about the transformation of a barren 9-storey hill into a lush botanical haven for wildlife
Discover how the garden has attracted diverse wildlife, including rare damselflies and butterflies
Be a citizen scientist by capturing your wildlife observations in the garden with the iNaturalist app
Understand the concept of generous gardening and how to support urban biodiversity
Plant a potted plant to take home to kickstart your own generous garden
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Wild Garden Walk | A Rewildling Journey in SG
A rewilding journey in Singapore
5.0
|13 Reviews
Group size
Up to 30 guests
DURATION
3 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
At location
Group size
Up to 30 guests
- Experience highlights
- Itinerary
- Inclusions
- More Info
- Host
- Reviews
See Singapore's most biodiverse space, where indigenous wildlife has returned
Behind an HDB in Woodlands, something extraordinary is happening, led by ordinary people.It began with a simple idea: what if we replanted Singapore with its indigenous plants, and let nature decide what came back? So the community started planting - no decorative gardens or manicured rows, but a garden designed for insects, birds, and predators.Nature responded fast.Today, eagles circle overhead (a good sign when predators come back!). Rare damselflies survive here after disappearing elsewhere. And this single community garden is now home to more butterfly species than the ENTIRE UK.This private guided experience takes you inside one of Singapore’s most successful rewilding experiments - a nine-storey, community-built garden designed entirely for biodiversity. It’s living proof that nature can recover quickly when we stop designing only for ourselves, and when people act instead of waiting for institutions.You’ll explore the garden with Wilson, who knows every corner and creature like an old companion. As he leads you through the trails, he’ll point out hidden gems like the Fiery Coraltail damselfly - a rare but incredible species as they are extremely effective mosquito controllers! After suffering habitat losses because of urban development, this is now one of the only spaces you can still find them and admire them up-close.This experience matters because it answers a big question many of us quietly hold: Is what we’ve lost gone for good? This garden says no.And it shows what’s possible when people stop waiting, and start rewilding the spaces we already have.A question to take with you: What could our cities become if we designed them not just for people, but for all the life that shares them with us?Why This Experience MattersCities often treat greenery as something decorative—beautiful to look at, but not necessarily designed to support life. This garden asks a different question: what if the success of a green space was measured by how much wildlife returned?What happened here shows that regeneration doesn’t always need to begin with a huge master plan. Sometimes it starts with a few determined people, a neglected patch of land and a willingness to stop waiting for someone else to act.This garden is living proof that what we’ve lost may not be gone for good—and that nature can recover surprisingly quickly when we give it the chance.Impact Week 2026 Learning JourneyThis experience has been specially curated for Impact Week 2026 and will take place only on 12 September. These Learning Journeys take you beyond the surface to better understand people, places and issues in Singapore, and hopefully inspire us to protect what matters. What to ExpectGuided exploration of a volunteer-run 9-storey botanical garden built to support wildlife, not peopleSpot butterflies, bees, birds, and even rare damselflies – possibly your first time seeing them in the wildUse the iNaturalist app to identify and log your wildlife discoveries, contributing real data to a global biodiversity databaseHear inspiring stories behind the garden’s transformation from barren hill to biodiversity havenLearn simple, impactful ways to support biodiversity at home through generous gardeningPot and bring home your very own plant, grown from garden trimmings like Portulaca and AlternantheraEnjoy light refreshments during the experienceNo fitness level required – just be comfortable with a gentle uphill walk
Experience highlights
What You’ll be Doing
A guided walk through Singapore's wildest community garden
Show Details
What’s Included
Guided tour of the Woodlands Botanical Garden
Light refreshments (Food and chilled drinks)
Bring home a souvenir of the Garden
Not included
Available Add-ons:
Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
Wildlife Protector
Low Carbon Hero
Show Details
Additional Information
Where we'll meet
Start Point
Meet-up at Woodlands Botanical Garden(Block 134, Marsiling Road, Singapore)
- Meet at selected timeslot
- Notes: If you're coming by Grab, Block 134 Marsiling Road (postal code 730134) is the best bet - we're just 'behind' the block from the carpark. If you're coming by bus, you can go to Woodlands Bus Interchange Berth 13 and take Bus 913. (Remember the right berth, otherwise you end up in Admiralty!) Drop off at Blk 137 and it's a short walk to the garden.
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & Ends
Select your preferred date to see timings.
Suitability / Accessibility
- Pet-Friendly
- Vegetarian food available
- Halal food available
- Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 10+)
Cancellation & other policies
Cancellation
To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.
What to Pack
- Bag to bring your potted plant home
- Camera (optional)
- Dress comfortably
- Mosquito Repellent
- Water
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Meet your host
Wilson is a product designer with a deep love for nature that started in childhood, thanks to trips with his parents to explore Singapore’s beaches and watch birds. That early curiosity never faded, and now he’s keen to share it with others. Through his work, he hopes to help people discover the rich biodiversity around them and appreciate the wildlife that often goes unnoticed. With a keen eye for design and a genuine enthusiasm for the natural world, Wilson brings a thoughtful and engaging approach to every experience he creates. Whether you're new to nature or already a fan, he’s excited to make it more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Experience: 2 years
Speaks: Fluent English, Chinese
Acceptance rate: 100%
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