Review Author: Jansen

Review Date: 26 Mar 2025

Review Body: I recently had the absolute pleasure of joining an intertidal walk led by Young Nautilus, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! From the moment we set foot on the shore, the experience was nothing short of eye-opening. The guides were incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating tidbits about the diverse marine life that thrives in Singapore's intertidal zones. I was amazed by the sheer variety of creatures we encountered – from delicate sea stars and elusive crabs to unique mollusks and resilient sea cucumbers. The guides' passion for their work was infectious, and they patiently answered every question, fostering a genuine sense of wonder and discovery. They didn't just point out the wildlife; they explained the intricate relationships between the different species and their environment, making the entire experience incredibly educational. The walk was perfectly paced, allowing ample time to observe and appreciate each discovery. It was clear that Young Nautilus prioritizes both the safety of their participants and the preservation of the delicate ecosystem we were exploring. Their respect for the environment was evident in their careful handling of the creatures and their emphasis on responsible interaction. If you're curious about Singapore's hidden wildlife and want to gain a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the intertidal zone, look no further than Young Nautilus. This experience was truly unforgettable, and I'm already planning my next walk with them. Highly recommended for anyone, regardless of age or background, who seeks a unique and enriching adventure. Thank you, Young Nautilus, for such a fantastic experience!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Stella Khu

Review Date: 19 Jan 2021

Review Body: We loved everything! Our guide, Ryan was attentive to the young ones, exceedingly knowledgeable and very engaging. The trip started near my 3 year old toddler's bedtime but the trip managed to keep him interested and focused. What's more, on the next day, when asked about the trip again, my son was able to name and describe most of the things he saw. It is a most weather event and, though unlikely to see nothing as the guide was very experienced and knew what to look for, stations were set up to ensure that the children would get to see a vast variety of marine life like sea stars, peanut worm, various species of crabs, hermit crabs, sea pen, sea anemone, etc. The most interesting thing for my son was witnessing how crabs scurry away and quickly burrow into the sand to camouflage. We would definitely try other such trips from them.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Nadya

Review Date: 18 Jun 2025

Review Body: Had such a lovely midweek morning at Changi Beach with Navin from Young Nautilus! 🌊 He was not only super knowledgeable but also really engaging — we learnt so many cool things about marine life, like how to tell if a crab shell is just a molt or… an actual crab that didn’t make it (yikes!). 🦀😅 Plus, the way he explained the different types of crustaceans made it all so easy to understand. What I really appreciated was how well-organised everything was — while the facilitators guided us around, other educators were already busy scouting and spotting sea creatures ahead for us to see up close. It felt seamless and so thoughtfully planned out. Such an eye-opening and wholesome way to spend the morning. I’d totally do this again! 🐚✨

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Liz

Review Date: 29 Dec 2021

Review Body: Enjoyed the guided tour out to Changi's inter-tides with my 5yo. Spencer our guide-educator was very knowledgeable and passionate about the sea creatures and besides teaching us how to identify them, he taught us how to handle them sensitively and how to be a responsible beach-goer (by not bringing home seashells as they could be homes for hermit crabs). We spotted a puffer fish, squid eggs, sea cucumbers, anemones, sea stars and many more marine life - didn't realise we have such a wide diversity of sea creatures here in SG. Best to wear appropriate footwear as you'll be walking on rocks, shells and sand, so boots or aquashoes (from decathalon) would be most ideal.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Camille G

Review Date: 20 Feb 2022

Review Body: The session was well organised and kept in an intimate group of 4 for our family. It was insightful and we were amazed at everything we were able to discover - we didn’t expect to see and learn so much! We appreciated Jolin’s energy and enthusiasm in engaging our kids, and answering all their questions. We will definitely look into doing another session at the other locations.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: angel liew

Review Date: 13 Sep 2025

Review Body: i love that they show us the interesting creatures they’d purposely go out to find, in addition to allowing us to have the experience of finding the sea creatures by ourselves too. the guides were very detailed in their explanations, and they gave examples, elaborations to allow us to understand them. i loved my experience with them, thank you so much!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Shraddha Raju

Review Date: 19 Jan 2021

Review Body: Awesome activity to do with the whole family! We had a whale of a time exploring and learning about fascinating creatures. The staff were super friendly and enthusiastic. They had a fun way of engaging the kids and connecting even with the little ones. Highly recommend! Thank you Young Nautilus for the fun and informative evening.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Tobias Wilson

Review Date: 17 Aug 2022

Review Body: Momoka was awesome, we were told exactly what to bring with us and where to meet, so it couldn't have been easier. Really surprised by the marine life too! So much to see, in such a relatively small area... My 4yo was even fully engaged, which isn't an easy task! Will definitely try one of the other intertidal areas next time.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Joanna Liew

Review Date: 20 Mar 2021

Review Body: Highly recommended outing for the entire family with Young Nautilus! We had so much fun and our guide Gor Gor Benjamin (to the kids) was great with both adults and kids and knowledgeable too! Thank you Seek Sophie for arranging the trip for us too!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Abi

Review Date: 01 Aug 2026

Review Body: Really fun experience with Young Nautilus! Thanks Rayner for explaining to us about the creatures found in the rocky intertidal system at Punggol. We had fun. It’s also child-friendly as long as they’re old enough to walk over the rocky areas!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Eleanor

Review Date: 22 Feb 2022

Review Body: our guide was really chill and understanding, we managed to learn quite a bit even though there were no starfish that day (haha) and it was really enjoyable!!! will highly recommend and looking forward go again ◡̈

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Wai Ling

Review Date: 07 Mar 2021

Review Body: The kids enjoyed the session. Ryan was a good guide. Patient with the little ones and explaining clearly on the marine animals that we saw on the beach. Even the husband and I find it pretty informative. :)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Cal

Review Date: 10 Aug 2025

Review Body: It was an incredibly enjoyable experience! Muhaimin was not only exceptionally friendly but also very knowledgeable! He created a friendly and enjoyable environment, making it an unforgettable experience!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Serene chan

Review Date: 16 Nov 2022

Review Body: our guide spencer was very knowledgeable and it was our first time walking on muddy tracks just like quick sand. saw eel, fish, sea stars, sea cucumbers crabs and more. my kids enjoyed themselves!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Pei

Review Date: 14 Nov 2022

Review Body: Went with our 3 kids and they had fun! We saw crabs, eels, starfishes, etc and the guides were very knowledgeable. It gets muddy in the water so make sure you have the right shoes.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Geraldine Xiao

Review Date: 06 Aug 2023

Review Body: My young kids enjoyed the outing a lot! Definitely something they cannot learn from school. Will want to come back again :)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ac y

Review Date: 30 Jun 2025

Review Body: Adi and team were informative amd engaging... and made effort to share as much as they can! Passionate people 🥰

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Abigail Lim Jia Man

Review Date: 22 Nov 2022

Review Body: Great fun! Saw crabs, eels, starfishes and the guide was very knowledgable. Bring water shoes!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Peter P

Review Date: 17 Dec 2024

Review Body: Very interesting and educational experience, with a super knowledgable, and patient, guide.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Abel sim

Review Date: 05 Jan 2021

Review Body: Ryan and Spencer were AMAZING!!! This was such a fantastic and magical experience

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Learn how marine animals live in the intertidal environment!

Itinerary Description: 20min - Introduction and safety briefing 60-90min - Guided Exploration. Participants will visit different spots with interesting marine life. (Kids will be given an animal checklist and they will learn to identify the animals.) 20min - Debrief Total Duration: approximately 1.5-2h