Rock Climbing in Singapore

Rock Climbing in Singapore is a popular adventure sport that both locals as well as tourists indulge in. Also known as wall climbing, Rock Climbing in Singapore is recent sport that is being given serious thought and consideration.

Different schools in Singapore have introduced rock climbing as a sport in the regular curriculum. Often the risk involved in the sport dissuades youngsters and even adults to participate in it. However efforts are being put in to clear the misconception as it is a safe sport. The safety rope that is fastened to the climber offers complete protection and safety.

One of the locations used for Rock Climbing in Singapore is the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve which is open to the public. However inexperienced and amateur climbers are not encouraged to practice here. Many myriad rock walls in Singapore are often used by climbers for rock climbing. The granite quarries located in central Singapore are natural locations for rock climbing. The two quarries used for Rock Climbing in Singapore are the Dairy Farm Quarry, located in the Dairy Farm Condos and the Hinhede Quarry. The climbing routes are both difficult as well as easy.