10 Best Spots For Kayaking In Singapore With Kids

Oars at the ready! Here’s everything you need to know about kayaking in Singapore with kids. From kayak rental to canoeing spots, kayak tours and more

Ever tried kayaking in Singapore? Kayaking is such a fun scenic activity to do with your kids. Most kayaking places in Singapore do not require prior experience. Just rent a kayak, hop in and row! Some spots have experienced guides, and kayak tours or at the very least a short introductory and safety talk before you get started! The minimum age for kayaking in Singapore is usually 7 years old, but we have stated each business’s requirements where possible. Enjoy Singapore’s amazing scenery as you paddle around the beautiful rivers and lakes. Here’s the lowdown on kayak rentals, tours, and kayaking classes in Singapore.

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1. Water Sports Centre at The Kallang

Rent a canoe at the The Kallang (formerly known as the Singapore Sports Hub) and snap some shots kayaking past the National Stadium. Ambitious kayakers can even paddle to Marina Bay! Seasoned paddlers can opt for closed-deck kayaks or outrigger canoes. Kids must be at least 7 years old to kayak, and those from 7 to 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Where: Kallang Basin
How much: From $10/child, $14/adult. Book here.

2. OnePA PAssion Wave kayaking

Admire the beautiful skyline on a kayak at OnePA PAssion Wave’s Marina Bay outlet. Or if you’re looking for somewhere closer to your home, head over to one of their four other kayaking venues. The PA also organises cleanups for participants to pick up trash as you kayak, so you can teach your child to care for the environment while having a blast at the same time!

Where: Bedok Reservoir, Jurong Lake Gardens, Marina Bay, Pasir Ris Park, and Sembawang Park.
How much: From $18. To join upcoming programmes, book here.

3. Ola Beach Club sea kayaking

Ola Beach Club offers kayak rentals at its beach club in Sentosa. Kayaking in the sea is such a unique experience–look out for otters and rays. There’s a safety barrier surrounding the area, so you needn’t worry if you are kayaking with younger kids though don’t stray too far out. There is a minimum age of 7 and children under 12 must wear a lifejacket. Try the double kayaks if you are kayaking with small kids who can’t manage the (gentle) waves on their own. The kid-friendly cafe Ola Beach Club is right on the beach and has a small pool too so kids can take a dip right after.

Where: In the sea in Sentosa, at Siloso Beach.
How much: $25 for single kayaks (1 hour) and $35 for double kayaks (1 hour). Book sea kayak rentals here.

4. ActiveSG x SCF Kayaking at MacRitchie Reservoir

Enjoy a relaxing kayak at MacRitchie Reservoir with canoe rentals from Paddle Lodge, operated by the Singapore Canoe Federation. MacRitchie Reservoir is tranquil and calm–perfect for beginner kayakers–and there’s even a designated area close to shore to practice. Note that children must be 7 or older to accompany adults, and there is a minimum age of 12 for single sit-on kayaks. In collaboration with the Singapore Canoe Federation, ActiveSG Canoe Academy offers a Kid-in-a-Kayak programme geared towards kids aged 9 to 14.

Where: at MacRitchie Reservoir.
How much: $18 per hour for single and $27 per hour for double sit-on-top kayaks. Click here to book.

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5. Adventure Paddlers at Pasir Ris Beach Park

Unwind as you embark on a Pasir Ris kayaking adventure around the peaceful waters of Pasir Ris Beach Park. Adventure Paddlers provides a variety of kayaks, the cheapest boat being $12.50/hour and $65/day for a single, sit-on-top kayak. Families can choose the $20/hour option which allows for two adults and one child to sit in the same kayak. The kayak rental company even has sea cycling and a water trampoline for other water sports enthusiasts!

Where: Pasir Ris Beach Park.
How much: from $12.50/hour & $65/day for a single, sit-on-top kayak. Book here.

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6. Kayaking at Lower Seletar Reservoir & Lazarus Island

If you are based near Yishun and Khatib, this kayaking spot is for you! Get close to nature as you kayak across Lower Seletar Reservoir. Camelot organises kayaking introductory programmes on the weekends or there are single and double kayak rentals. Want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Camelot also offers water activities including kayaking around Lazarus Island.

Where: Lower Seletar Water Sports Centre and Lazarus Sea Sports Centre
How much: From $20/hour. Book here.

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7. Kayakasia tours

Embark on multi-day kayaking trips at various locations within Singapore and around Asia! Kayakasia’s Singapore kayaking trips include St John’s Island, the Mandai River and Pulau Ubin and more. Spend the day out with a mangrove experience like no other! Check the minimum age requirement depending on the kayaking trip you are planning on doing. Some kayak tours allow kids as young as 4 years old to join, while others like the eight-hour kayaking tour that explores seven islands has a minimum age of 8 years old.

Where: St John’s Island, Sungei Khatib Bongsu Trail, Sungei Simpang, Kusu-Lazarus, Punggol Ubin, the Mandai River and Pulau Ubin.
How much: Depends on location. Book here.

8. Kayak Fishing Fever

Get double the fun on a kayak fishing tour! With Fever, you can fish for groupers, parrotfish and snappers as you go sea kayaking across gentle waves. The kayaking and fishing package includes all the equipment you need for a splashing good time (do note this is sea kayaking along a two to four-kilometre route and currents may be strong for younger kids to manage). They also offer kid-friendly kayaking adventures. The minimum age for kayak fishing is 3 years old, while the minimum age for all other kayaking adventures is two years old.

Where: East Coast Park, Sentosa and Pulau Ubin
How much: From $99/person (if you buy four or more kayaking passes). Book here.

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9. Adventures by Asian Detours kayaking tours

Feeling adventurous? Explore Pulau Ubin’s stunning nature by joining a four-hour kayak tour with Adventures by Asian Detours! This mangrove kayaking adventure is friendly for beginners, and you will get all of the gear and kayak equipment you need. So, all you have to do is book your spot and show up ready for a morning of kayaking! For an open sea kayaking adventure, book the Round Ketam Kayaking that will get you up close with nature around Pulau Ketam. Kids aged 7 and above can join in the fun.

Where: Pulau Ubin and Pulau Ketam
How much: From $110. Book here.

10. KOKOMO Beach Club kayaking

KOKOMO Beach Club sits along the Pasir Ris beach and offers recreation and excitement for families. Whether you’re serious about kayaking and want to try a 1-star sea kayaking course or simply want to soak in the sunset from a kayak out at sea, KOKOMO Beach Club offers a thrilling kayaking experience for everyone. They also offer mangrove kayaking, or you can even kayak to Pulau Ubin and have lunch by the beach.

Where: Pasir Ris Park
How much: From $80. Click here to book.

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