Last day Singapore

Another early rise. Not good at sleeping in when there is so much to see and do! Had lovely hotel breakfast before walking to the Orchard Rd district for some shopping. Mall after mall and seemed there was a huge demand for active wear judging by how many sports shops there were. Walked back to the hotel before catching taxi to the zoo which was about 40 minutes from town and involved driving through some long road tunnels. The landscape changed to thick lush bush and the zoo was set amongst it. The river cruise was cool. Went in little boats similar to those in theme parks. The commentary pointed out the animals but you did have to be quick to spot them. Then had time for a walk around and definitely the highlight was the manatees, which are huge water mammals similar to sea lions but covered In fine hair and very playful. Had a bite to eat there and then set off at 8 pm on the night safari. It was a walk all round the zoo in the dark but all set up for viewing and most animals quite active. A highlight was the pack of hyenas. Wasn’t so keen on seeing a large rat on the path though! Got the Hop on Hop Off Bus back and an unplanned tour of Singapore as it did every detour possible. Pleased to get back to the hotel as knew we would be up at 5 15 am.Read more