What weโre about
Hi there!
A warm welcome to our group for being Adventurous Nature-Lovers.
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THIS GROUP IS FOR YOU - If you love & enjoy the great outdoor, adventure, fun and thrills in nature environment @ the same time enjoy meeting new friends with a common interest. Our activities are not focused on intensive exercise, it's rather on enjoying & appreciating soft adventures in nature. We always encourage team works & support in our activities forging bonds & friendships that last along the way.
You don't have to be extremely fit or skillful outdoor to join us because our activities stamina level required is always @ "social level". We focus on activities that are fun in nature, the exercise & muscle building is always secondary.
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There are many places on our island and nature activities were many busy Singaporeans like to do but don't know where & how to start. It's always fun to do as a group. However with a busy workload usually no one have time to organize. Despite my busy work life, I like to organize & enjoy different activities with anyone out there.
This is so far the most active group! Just Come to one of our activities & you will be hooked and love to join next time.
Life is short, enjoy your active years with my nature activities while you can! [b][color=red]Oh forgot to tell you: It's all FREE to befriend us! (No memberships, no AGM, boring meeting or club fees).
Please NOTE our Rules on RSVP
Read details on http://www.meetup.com/Singapore-Adventurous...
For events that have limited slots: Please do NOT rsvp without turning up.
After you manage to rsvp - Please be responsible & have the habit of updating your rsvp PROMPTLY when you no longer can turn up. This is our group community rules & basic courtesy.
If you cannot agree or adhere to our group's simple rsvp rules - please do not rsvp.
All "no shows" in the past have been recorded for events that have limited slots. After 3 of such "no shows" - we reserve the right to ban you!
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Yr meetup thumbnail photos : We have some simple rules, which include using your legal first name (just name, no short form or nickname) on your profile, and uploading a clear recognizable photo of your face. This helps everyone stay safe.
We are in the process of getting old members to do so. In case you wondering how come there are members with no face photos or real names. Thanks for your co-operation.
:) ..................... TS Chua
Group Owner & Main Organizer
9296-1943
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Please do Visit my little "Secret Gardens" - photos of the insect's world. Hope everyone will realize and appreciate that we don't own the earth, we are NOT the Earth master: we share with many others living things: Click here for "Our Earth Secret Garden"
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โก๏ธ Pay a deposit to secure a slot, ignore the waitlist
Date: Nov 14 - 23, 2025
Questions? Click here
## Machapuchare: A Sacred Mountain
Unlike most Himalayan peaks, Machapuchare Peak 6,993 meters has never been officially climbed or summited. This is because it is considered sacred to locals and held in reverence. According to Gurung traditions, Macchapuchhre is the abode of Lord Shiva, protector of the region.
Famously called 'Fishtail' Peak or the Nepa's Matterhorn, is one of Nepal's most iconic and enigmatic landmarks. The Fishtail name refers to the fish-tail-like shape of its twin summits. With its distinctive fishtail-shaped double-summit, Machapuchare has captivated the imagination of trekkers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts worldwide.
The Mardi Himal Base Camp is around 4,500 meters & offers breathtaking panoramic views of mountains like Mardi Himal, Machapuchare (Fishtail), Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli.
Who's suitable?
This is a relatively moderate trek suitable for both experienced trekkers and active beginners looking for a challenging yet rewarding adventure & Majective snow cap peaks in the stunning Annapurna region of Nepal.
Need any domestic flights?
Yes & No. We will drive 6 hours from Kathmandu to Pokhara. We can drive back after the trek. But for once let's take a short 30-minute flight with glorious views of the Himalayas and reach Kathmandu is good time?
How to prepare for this trek?
You must be physically and emotionally prepared to attain height and distance. A few weeks before the walk, jogging, running, swimming, and leg exercises would be excellent physical training to prepare yourself for the trek.
LAND COST
Min 8 to depart
Twin-share in the 3-nigth hotel only, Guesthouses are dorm-style
8 & above SGD 1,595
12 & above SGD 1,445
Sign up with a $ 555 non-refundable deposit
Includes
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2-way Airport pick & return transfer for all flights on 14 & 23 Nov
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English-speaking guide
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Accommodation 3-night hotel & 6-nights basic teahouses
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Full board meals when trek starts, including lunch, dinner, breakfast & 1 hot drink
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Free to use: sleeping bag, inner fleece liner, duffel bag
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Daily personal bag transfer by Porters & fees paid
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Sleeping bag beside blankets from the guesthouses to keep you warm!
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Comprehensive medical kit
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Trekking permits & Fees: Annapurna Conservation areas IMS / Trekking permit, National park / Conservation entry fees
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Transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek
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TS Chua, Founder
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Special quick-dry T-shirt & Completion Medal with certificate
Excludes
โ Flights & Visa => 1-way Domestic POK to KTM ~ USD 105
โ Travel Insurance
โ Bottled & hot water
โ Meals when not trekking
โ Personal expenses
โ Tips for guides, porters & driver
โ Services not mentioned
โ Costs for unforeseen circumstances
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15 NOV: Day 1 ๐ โบ Arrival in Kathmandu, any flights
Day 2 FREE day in KTM: Rest & relax, gear preparation or local visit
Day 3 Drive to Pokhara & enjoy this beautiful city by the Phewa lake
Day 4: Drive to Kande and trek to Deurali for 3-4 hours.
Day 5: Trek to Rest camp (2,600 M / 5 Hours).
Day 6: Trek to High Camp (3,550M / 5-6 Hours).
Day 7: High Camp (3,550M) - Mardi Himal viewpoint (4250 m) and back to low camp, 2900m 6 hrs.
Day 8: Low Camp hike - Sidhing (1700 m) 4 hrs. And Drive to Pokhara 2 hours. Overnight at Pokhara Hotel.
Day 9: Free till the domestic flight or a Short excursion to World Peace Pagoda. Afternoon 4~5 pm Fly back to Kathmandu with views of the Himalayas
24 Nov. Day 10 ๐ Fly home
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Learning & Interactive session at Woodlands Botanical GardenMarsiling MRT Control Station, Singapore
How it get started?
"After grieving for a little while, I was thinking: โWhatโs the use of me sitting in a corner and crying? It doesnโt help the world or society in any way.'" ..... Ganesh turned to gardening, something he and his late mother did together.โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
Attention: Lovers of Nature, Garden, Park: Block off this Saturday for this interactive and learning session with the founder of this community garden, Mr Ganesh โฆ
The Woodlands Botanical Garden (WBG) began as a humble collaboration between the NParks (Parks division) and Mr Ganesh Kumar in July 2020, when the COVID-19 circuit breaker in Singapore ended. Given permission to plant the hill garden comprising the sides of the walkway leading from the bottom to the top of the nine-storey northern slope of the beautiful Woodlands Town Park East, the garden replaced areas once overtaken by โlalangโ. This brought a myriad of colours to the once dull hill and gave the space more life and biodiversity. The main struggle of maintaining the plants involved lugging jerry cans of water up and down the hill numerous times a day, especially during the hot season.
Persevering and not letting giving up be an option, Mr Ganesh and his family pushed on to ensure all plants were well-maintained and happy. Along with this, many more people started walking the hill because of the beautiful planting, and this gave rise to many lovely new friendships between residents & visitors from near and far. They shared how the garden helped them forget their worries and problems and how it served as a beacon of new hope, proving to be a place of mental well-being as well.Limited capacity of 50 seats only.
Guests are not allowed - only for members. All must register via your RSVP on this page. Only members on RSVP are allowed.
Guest, please sign up as our member - it is free anyway.Read more here
How a single hibiscus for Ganesh Kumarโs late mother transformed into a nine-storey community gardenObjectives for learning:
- Appreciation of Plants & Flowers
- Tips on gardening
- Keeping simple & beneficial plants at home
- Recording Biodiversities via app - iNaturalist
- Crucial roles of Insects, esp. BEES
- Global Warming by Humans - killing insects & many others
- How can U help them?
- Pledge what U can do
Time for the event:
7.50 am Arrive Marsiling MRT
8.00 am Move off along PCN to Woodlands Town Park
8.30 am Meet Mr Ganesh - let the garden walk begin
11.30 am End - GEORGIA Gems of Greater Caucasus Mountains Hikes - KazbegiTbilisi International Airport, TbilisiCA$1.00
Ready for sign-up.
Date: 12 - 20 July
Questions? Click to text organizer ๐
Y๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐/๐ฆ๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐จ๐ง๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ.This trip is focused not just on hiking & landscape, but ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ & ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ , ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ & ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐. ๐ถ๐ ๐๐๐! ๐พ๐๐๐, ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐. ๐จ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ & ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐.
๐ Please click on those in light blue for more details.
LonelyPlanet "Georgia today is by far the most visited country in the South Caucasus, and itโs easy to see why: its rich culture and astonishingly diverse landscapes make it an ideal destination for anyone loving history and nature on the grandest of scales. From its green valleys spread with vineyards to its old churches and watchtowers perched in fantastic mountain scenery, Georgia never disappoints. In recent years TBILISI, the capital has emerged as one of the coolest cities in Europe, with a burgeoning club scene, world-class restaurants & a selection of natural wine bars that easily make it the hippest spot in the region."
Kazbegi district lies in the Caucasus mountains north of Tbilisi, beneath the famous Mount Kazbek (5033m). Due to its easy accessibility and natural beauty, it is the most visited mountain area in Georgia. Kazbegi is a stunning region known for its dramatic landscapes, lush valleys, and towering peaks, making it a paradise for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Here; the hiking landscapes constantly shift, and each trail offers something unique, from glaciers and towering cliffs to serene valleys and rivers.
Highlights
๐ Best hiking trails of Kazbegi, via Stepantsminda
๐ Jvari monastery
๐ Uplistsikhe caves, video
๐ Gveleti Waterfalls Hike, ~ 4 km total
๐ Juta Valley, Chaukhi Base Camp hike, ~ 10 km total
๐ Gergeti Trinity Church Drive
๐ Sabertse Camp hike, ~ 14 km total
๐ Truso Valley, Zakagori Fortress Hike, ~ 14 km total
๐ Kakheti Wine Region
๐ Sighnaghi
๐ Metekhi church
๐ Narikala fortress
๐ Old Synagogue
๐ CaravanseraiThis is a fully supported trek. All personal luggage will be carried by vehicles. Hikers just have to carry a daypack & lunch.
Single joiners will be paired with the same gender in hotels. If no match, be prepared to take up a single room.
Who Suitable?
All hikers at any level - as long you train up for vertical stamina. No technical climb. Usual alpine Tundra mountains terrain - slopes, rocks etc. No high altitude issue. Beginners to hiking must be relatively healthy and active in other forms of cardio exercise that get the heartbeat up to ~ 130 & above.Land Cost, SGD [Twin share]
๐ Min 10 to go
๐ 10 pax & above $ 2,650/pax
๐ 16 pax & above $ 2,350/pax
๐ 18 pax & above $ 2,200/pax
๐ 24 pax & above $ 2,000/pax
๐ Single room + $ SGD 360
๐ Sign now with a Deposit of $ 550LAND cost Includes
โ 2-way airport transfer on appointed flights via Qatar Airlines
โ 7-night accommodation, twin/triple share in hotels
Tbilisi: 4 nights at 4* hotel Astoria or similar
Stepantsminda: 3 nights โ at 4* hotel Intourist Kazbegi
โ English-speaking cultural/trekking guide
โ Transportation: comfortable minibus/bus with 20-30 seats,
โ 4X4 with 6 seats for some tough road
โ Meals: FULLBOARD. 3 meals/day from day 2 to 7, all hiking lunches are packed. => 7 Breakfasts 6 Lunch/Picnic Lunches, 3 Wine tasting, 6x dinner + Welcome dinner + 1 Farewell Dinner (Grand) - traditional Georgian restaurant (usually with live performance)
โ Cooking Class in Stepantsminda
โ Daily Luggage transfer
โ All permit entry to hiking trails
โ Local Assistant hiking guide
โ SANL founder, TS ChuaExclude
Airfares, insurance, single room, alcoholic beverage, items not in the inclusion listBrief Itinerary
Day 1 โผ Arrive at Georgia Tbilisi airport TBS. Meet guide & check-in. Free to explore Tbilisi, welcome dinner.
3 meals/day from day 2 - 7 (hiking day will be packed lunch)
Day 2 โผ Tbilisi โบ Jvari Monastery โบ Uplistsikhe Cave Town โบ Lunch @ Winery โบ Tbilisi
Day 3 โผ Tbilisi โบ Ananuri โบ KAZBEGI, Stepantsminda โบ Gveleti Waterfalls hike โบ Stepantsminda
Day 4 โผ Stepantsminda โบ Juta โบ Chaukhi Base Camp hike โบ Stepantsminda
Day 5 โผ Stepantsminda โบ Gergeti Trinity Church โบ Sabertse Camp Hike
Day 6 โผ Stepantsminda โบ Truso Valley Hike โบ Tbilisi
Day 7 โผ Tbilisi โบ Kakheti Wine region โบ Sighnaghi โบ Alazani valley โบ Tbilisi, Farewell dinner
Day 8 โผ Departure, 19 July
Day 9 โผ Arrive SG 20 JulyMeals included
12 July Arrival day => Welcome dinner in a traditional Georgian restaurant
13 July B / L / D
14 July B / L / D
15 July B / L / D
16 July B / L / D
17 July B / L / D
18 July B / L / Farewell Dinner
19 July B => Fly home
20 July Reach SGZoom Travel International Pte Ltd
STB license TA# 02902 - Challenges of High Altitude Trekking: Sharing Session & Trek detailsLink visible for attendees
FB Live => https://www.facebook.com/Singapore.Adventurous.Group
Constant elevation, endless uphills, burning lungs, and common respiratory sickness are usually some of the most common things that come to the minds of hikers who have done high-altitude trekking.
Less Oxygen, Challenging Environment, Weather, Weight, Eating Habits, common sickness, injuries, wrong gear & many more challenges await anyone who chooses to trek in those high elevations. But the unstoppable lure & calling of the mountains to hikers always overpower these obstacles. But can you better prepare? Of course, YES!
Join us for an evening of sharing sessions on high-altitude trekking & its challenges via our FB live. We will also share past experiences on Travel Insurance related to this topic. We are merely sharing our past experiences & mistakes, and by no means claim to be experts. Please do not take this sharing as professional or medical advice, as individual conditions or actual situations differ a lot on the ground.
2025 Nepal Treks information will be briefly presented for:
15 - 24 NOV 2025: Machapuchare: The Enigmatic 'Fishtail' Peak of NepalThe session will be streamed live on our group FB.
Program
1950 hrs - Meeting door opens
2000 hrs - FB LIVE Sharing session starts
2200 hrs - Event ends - Hiking: Mistakes, Gears, Skills & TrainingHillview MRT (exit towards Dairy Farm Nature Park), Singapore$10.00
Payment or Question => WhatsApp organiser
After your payment, you will be added to a chat group. RSVP here is useless.
Min 6 pax with payment to confirm
Max class size of 15 paxBring whatever hiking attire, gear & knowledge you have - join us on this practical outdoor class: simple yet effective training, right after all that theory, into practice.
WHY DO THIS?
After conducting so many hiking/trekking trips, we found the most common skill lacking in beginners, even some intermediate hikers, besides the lack of physical training, is => Not Learning How to Use Important Gear. This affected their abilities to either enjoy their hike or keep up the pace & complete the distance in good time. There are so many serious lacks of knowledge in the usage of gears & skills besides stamina.COMMON MISTAKES - which will be covered
- Planning a Hike That's Too Ambitious.
- Not Checking the Weather Before a Hike.
- Wearing the Wrong Clothing, footwear, and gear.
- Assuming Getting Help or Amenities Will Be Easy.
- Not bringing & consuming Enough Food and Water.
- Not Learning How to Use Important Gear.
- Pushing Beyond Limits.
- Over-packing or Under-packing.
- Don't research the trail/trek you're taking on
Focus of the training
Besides just theory & manual, the most effective way to teach is to show.
[1] This training will focus on basic gear use: Backpack, boots, poles, hydration & energy. Their various features & functions, and how to use them effectively.[2] Developing skills & confidence level over various terrains:
- Steep Steps & Slopes
- Rocky path & Boulders
- Use of 2 hiking poles for any terrain
- Dual poles in long endurance steps/slopes
[3] Prevention of blisters & cramps
[4] After learning & training the proper use of your gear, we will go on a short hike of 4-5 km over different terrain for practice. This is the most effective way to enforce the lesson. Yes, turn up in whatever hiking attire & gear you have: minimum is to bring or borrow a pair of hiking poles.
[5] Effective way of breathing for long steep ascents- esp. when you are panting & out of breath.
[6] How to hike using your hands as much as your legs and minimise impact on your knees via a pair of hiking poles - the correct usage & practice.
Training Manual will be given - kindly help us & respect our hard work by NOT SHARING with anyone who has yet to attend our training.
SUITABLE?
Anyone yet to start real hiking. Can for 5 km. Willing to learn.WHAT TO BRING?
=> A list of items to bring will be sent to confirmed trainees onlyRAIN OR SHINE - training will go on with some modifications. The rain is the most effective time to teach & test all your rain gear.
COST
$ 10 - Yet to join any of our overseas trips since May 2022
$ 8 - joined 1 of our overseas trips since COVID over; from May 2022
