GARDENS BY THE BAY - DAY TRIP

The 2nd program for 2012 - 2013 will be an exciting day trip to Singapore to visit the award winning Gardens by the Bay with lunch at Marina Sands.

Date: Monday 12th November, 2012
Time: 9am - 4pm
Cost: Members: $250 per person. Non members: $300 per person.

Reservations: please contact: Kamisah

Meet at 8am at Pelangi Leisure Mall car park , Taman Pelangi where transport has been arranged to take us there and back.

There is a fair amount of walking which might not be suitable for some members. Comfortable shoes, a sun hat and an extra layer for the cool conservatory are recommended.


Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay is described as a fusion of nature, technology and art. It is an internationally acclaimed and award winning horticultural destination- just recently winning world building of the year.


Highlights:
Flower Dome
Enter a world of perpetual spring, where unique plants bloom in an ever changing display of flowers. Discover plants from the Mediterranean and semi-arid subtropical regions. Now get ready to be amazed by nature.

Cloud Forest
Step out of the concrete jungle into a realm high in the mountains where you can learn about rare plants their fast-disappearing environment.
Take in breathtaking mountain views surrounded by diverse vegetation and hidden floral gems that disappear into the clouds.

Supertree Grove
Stand in awe of the amazing Supertrees. These uniquely designed vertical gardens of 25 to 50-metres tall have large canopies that provide shade in the day and come alive with an exhilarating display of light and sound at night.

Heritage Gardens
Get to the root of Singapore's diverse history and culture through the fascinating story of plants in the Heritage Gardens. Walk around the themed gardens and discover how plants are intricately linked to Singapore's culture.

World of Plants
The botanical world is beautiful, intriguing and always full of surprises! Venture into a realm of lush greenery and learn all about the spectacular myriad of tropical plants and the systems these plants support.


Lunch at Sky 57
For lunch - we head up to the sky - Sky 57 to be precise at Marina Sands with a 360 degree panoramic view of the island and a gastronomic experience created by Singapore's most celebrated Chef - Justin Quek.