HSBC TreeTop Walk | Fun Family Hike At MacRitchie Reservoir | welovedayout

The children were excited to head out for an outdoor fun after being stuck indoors for more than a month from the bad haze. 

Finally last weekend we had some clear skies in the morning, so welovedayout quickly drove out to MacRitchie Reservoir for an awesome hike to HSBC Treetop Walk.

HSBC TreeTop Walk 

We parked at Venus Drive and proceeded from Venus entrance towards TreeTop Walk at MacRitchie Reservoir.

Venus Entrance of TreeTop Walk

Our walk started with a very welcoming guest of the forest. Seriously the monkeys were not afraid of humans. I think I'm more afraid of them.

Monkey along pathway

So we started on a leisure hike towards the TreeTop Walk bridge. Along the way, we came acrocss many interesting sights.

Big leaves, about half body long

Interesting cave looking structure 

Cut tree in the forest

Walking pathway towards HSBC TreeTop Walk 

Of course with kids it can never take an hour to reach. But it was always fun to explore the nature in a slow and relaxed pace. 

Resting are along the way

There's always rest area along the walk. Hydrating and snacking is always part of a hike.

Please remember to bring along a plastic bag to throw any rubbish. We wouldn't want to contaminate the forest with unwanted rubbish which might kill the forest animals.

Directions to TreeTop Walk

There were directions sighted along the way to TreeTop Walk.

Staircase to conquer 

We went through ups and downs to reach the bridge and finally when we reached, it was an amazing sight. 

HSBCTreeTop Walk

The highest point of the bridge was at 25m and so our wobbly legs started when we walked slowly across the bridge.

It was a one direction traffic on the bridge and it started off from the Ranger Station via Peirce track. Do take note that the bridge closes at 5pm, so be sure to start early to avoid disappointment.

Jelutong Tower

After walking on the bridge, you wouldn't want to miss checking out Jelutong Tower which has another magnificent view at the top.

Amazing view at the top of Jelutong Tower

It was great fun to be able to enjoy the nature as a family again. Did you have a great fun day with your family? We would love to hear your sharing with us, which fun place did you and your family head out to. 

In the meantime, stay healthy.

F1 Pit Lane Walk Experience 2015 | Singapore Airlines | welovedayout

With the Formula 1 season just ended last week in Singapore, we managed to win 4 tickets to the Singapore Formula 1 Thursday Pit Lane Experience. Please pardon the pictures turnout as I brought the wrong camera out that day. So blur of me!

F1 Pit Lane Experience in Singapore

Held on 18th September 2015, a day before F1 race officially starts. This area is accessible to only Zone 1 and Paddock Club ticket holders, was open for balloting via the online lucky draw on Rev Up Singapore to members of public.

Gate opens at 7.30pm and by 7.00pm there was already a queue forming. We managed to arrive early, but it really doesn't matter because this is a free and easy event till 9.00pm where the pit lane experience starts.

It was a smooth entry at the gate. We were each given a bottle of water, a F1 fan and a wristband. There were many performances at the carnival. 

Dajiow in action

The children were enjoying themselves at the Village Stage, where Boys in the Band gave a superb performance as well as Dajiow (Michael Jackson's impersonator) showing some slick dance moves, while waiting to assemble for the Pit Lane Experience. 

Dancing Fire Performance at F1 Singapore

Around the F1 village @ Zone 1 there were performances from 'The Dancing Fire', 'Bloco Singapura' and 'Fiesta Tropicale'. Every performances were amazing and entertaining. 

Food and Beverages found at the carnival

Coffee Bandits at F1 carnival 2015

Many visitors were seen at the food and beverages areas catered by the different F & B companies.

F1 Merchandise at Singapore F1 Night Race

Of course not forgetting the F1 merchandise available for purchasing too.

Ferrari Pit at Singapore F1 Race 2015

Sauber car spotted at the pit lane

McLaren Mercedes garage at Singapore F1 Night Race 2015

Pit Wall at Singapore F1 Night Race 2015

Gate 1 closed at 9.00pm and Pit Lane Experience starts at 9.20pm. It was estimated a 45mins walk but of course we took more then that since it was a rare opportunity to be up close to the race teams' garages.

It was amazing watching the crew changing the f1 cars tyres at such precise timing.

Spotted Kimi Raikkonen at Ferrari garage 

We were lucky to spot Kimi Raikkonen at Ferrari pit checking his car before the practice session starts on Friday.

Night view of the F1 set up in Singapore

2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix balloon

It was really a fantastic experience not to be missed since we can't afford to get the 2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix tickets. We truly enjoyed it. Hopefully we can be blessed with some media passes to cover the 2016 Formula 1 race! Till the next welovedayout everyone!