SINGAPORE FLYER: ASIA's LARGEST FERRIS WHEEL

Posted on 06 March 2018 at 06:24

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Singapore Flyer / Photo Credit: Dimpsy

Few minutes before midnight just before flight 5J547 touched down at the worlds number one airport -- Changi International Airport, made me realize I was already in Singapore upon seeing one of city's icon that stood amidst the city lights the Asia's Largest Ferris Wheel or the Largest Observation Wheel-- Singapore Flyer. But seeing the Giant Wheel at a distance from where it situated was more awesome.

SINGAPORE FLYER: ASIA's LARGEST FERRIS WHEEL

Singapore Flyer / Photo Credit: Dimpsy

Standing at 165 meters or 541 feet high from the ground is Singapore's most sought attraction. Ranked second as the World's Tallest Ferris Wheel next to High Roller in Las Vegas. Singapore Flyer was once hailed as the World's Tallest Ferris Wheel from the time it officially opened until the birth of High Roller on March 31, 2014. The initial rotation of the wheel was in a counter-clockwise motion but a reversion was made on the 4th of August 2008 as per the advice of Feng Shui masters to reverse it in a clockwise direction.

Singapore Flyer Ride / Video Credit: JaViation via Youtube

Here is a full walkthrough video of the Singapore Flyer from the main entrance up until the 30-minute ride is over that ends at the platform drop off. This video will give you an idea of what you can see when you are 165 meters high in a broad daylight.

SINGAPORE FLYER CAPSULE

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Singapore Flyer Capsule / Photo Credit: Dimpsy

Outboard of the rim of the wheel structure is where the 28 air-conditioned capsules of the Singapore Flyer are mounted in an unobstructed view. It can hold for up to 28 passengers in each capsule so all in all it has a seating capacity of 784. The capsule has a floor area of 26 m2 or 280 square feet or up to five wheelchairs and 15 other visitors. Just a heads up, if you are traveling with a Person With Disability (PWD), make sure to have an advance booking for the use of the Singapore Flyer Capsule. In that way, they can prepare and assist you on the day of your scheduled ride.

Ramps, lifts, parking lots and handicapped toilets are all provided for people with disabilities.

CLOSER VIEW OF THE SINGAPORE FLYER

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Closer View of the Singapore Flyer Capsule / Photo Credit: Dimpsy

We were heading to the DuckTours as we pass by Singapore Flyer. Riding Asia's largest Ferris Wheel was not in our itinerary mainly because it will burn a hole in my brother's pocket. Passing by beneath the giant wheel gave me an up-close view and an opportunity to have a snap of one of the capsules while in motion with the family of six inside the capsule. So spacious that even kid and kid at heart can run around the capsule.

INTERIOR OF SINGAPORE FLYER CAPSULE

Interior of Singapore Flyer Capsule / Photo Credit: Chensiyuan via Wikimedia Commons

The photo above will give you an idea of how spacious the Singapore Flyer Capsule is. A fully air-conditioned cabin encased in acrylic glass giving you an unobstructed view of the breathtaking scenery of Singapore for a 30-minute ride rotation. Steel benches are attached to the cabin floor for you to sit back and relax your numbing legs.

THE BEST TIME TO TAKE A RIDE ON THE SINGAPORE FLYER

View from Singapore Flyer Capsule / Photo Credit: Nicole Yu via Facebook

The best time to take a ride into Asia's largest Ferris wheel is at dusk until nighttime. As this photo taken by my niece Nicole Yu, the two conservatories were shown the Cloud Forest at the left, three clusters of Supertree behind the Cloud Forest and the Flower Dome at the right. Such a mesmerizing sight to behold.

CHOOSE YOUR UNIQUE EXPERIENCES IN THE SINGAPORE FLYER

There are various experiences that you can choose on riding Asia's Largest Ferris Wheel -- the Singapore Flyer. Different experiences mean different costings. So here are the unique experiences that you can choose from and their respective ticket costs.

SINGAPORE FLIGHT / SINGLE FLIGHT

Singapore Flight or Single Flight / Photo Credit: Nicole Yu via Facebook

If you are just planning to experience a ride to the Singapore Flyer just to have a panoramic view of the entire island for thirty minutes it's either by day or by night, then a Singapore Flight or a Single Flight will do. The cost of the ticket is S$33 for adults aging 13 years old and above. Children 3-12 years old is S$21. For senior citizens, it is only eligible for Singaporean citizens and those who are Permanent Residents. Other inclusion for this flight is an admission to the Journey of Dreams.

Daily flights are available from 8.30am – 10.30pm. Last flight is at 10.15pm

SINGAPORE SLIGHT SLING

Singapore Slight Sling Flight / Photo Credit: Amy & Kieron at www.dontoverlookback.com

Level up your experience while riding on the Singapore Flyer by having a gin-based cocktail from Singapore -- the "gin sling". What has been added to this experience is a glass serving of the ever famous Singapore Sling while indulging the beautiful sights of the city from Asia's largest Ferris wheel. Leveling the experience up means leveling the cost as well. The ticket is for S$69 for adults with the same age range of the Single Flight. S$31 for children (same with Single Flight age range) but mocktails (a non-alcoholic drink) will be served to them.

Daily scheduled flights are available at this time slots: 2.30pm; 4:30pm; 6.30pm; 7.30pm; 8.30pm & 9.30pm

Original Singapore Sling Recipe by Raffles Hotel

Ingredients:

1 1⁄2 ounces gin
1⁄2 ounce cherry heering
1⁄4 ounce Cointreau liqueur
1⁄4 ounce benedictine
4 ounces pineapple juice
1⁄2 ounce lime juice
1⁄3 ounce grenadine
1 dash bitters

Directions:

Shake with ice.
Strain into an ice filled collins glass.
Garnish with cherry and slice of pineapple.

Source: www.geniuskitchen.com

SKY DINING FLIGHT

Sky Dining Flight / Photo Credit: by Author BrittanyMT via MissTRAVEL.com

If you want to have a romantic dinner with your other half, family, colleagues or a bunch of friends while at atop Asia's biggest Ferris wheel, then this could be the one that you're looking for. It's a "per couple" dinner in a shared capsule that cost from S$299++ that includes choices of Western and Chinese menus that comes with 4-courses. An in-flight host is available for the duration of the flight for approximately two rotations equivalent to an hour. Other inclusions would be a free entry to "Journey of Dreams" and prioritized boarding. Surely it will cost you an arm and a leg.

Dinner schedules at: 7.30pm (Check In: 7.00pm) or 8.30pm (Check In: 8.00pm) unless otherwise stated.

Journey of Dreams

a multimedia briefing showcasing seven exciting galleries for a deeper appreciation and understanding of Singapore's story and the Singapore Flyer as well.

Source: www.singaporeflyer.com

PREMIUM CHAMPAGNE FLIGHT

Premium Champagne Flight / Photo Credit: TravelQuaz.com

For S$79, you can have a toast on board of the finest champagne while savoring Singapore's exceptional skyline. Inclusions of this package are the 30-minute rotation, express boarding, a glass of champagne, free entry to Journey of Dreams, and chocolate varieties. Eligible for 18 years old and above but for 17 years old below mocktails will be served at the cost of S$69 and S$31 for children 3-12 years old. Free boarding for children ages 3 years old and below.

Flight schedules will be daily at 3:00pm; 5:00pm; 7:00pm; 8:00pm; 9:00pm.

Singapore Flyer at Night / Video Credit: LostInEthernet via Youtube

A time-lapse video of the Singapore Flyer at night where you can see the fascinating view of the beautiful skyline of Singapore, the historic and famous attractions of the island and the neighboring Indonesian Spice Islands as well as the Straits of Johor, Malaysia.

IMPORTANT PIECES OF INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW

TICKETING COUNTER

Located at the entrance of the first floor. Operating hours will be at 8.00 am to 10.00 pm.

HOW TO GET THERE

There are easy ways to get to Singapore Flyer at your preferred convenience. Here's how:

A.) BY TAXI

Get yourself a taxi and advise the driver to take you to Raffles Avenue where the Singapore Flyer is located. Alight at the entrance of the Flyer where taxi pick-up and drop off points are designated.

B.) BY BUS

Buses are available at Temasek Avenue(02191). Hop on any of these bus numbers 56, 75, 77, 97, 97e, 171, 195, 960, 961C to send you to Singapore Flyer.

C.) BY MASS RAPID TRANSPORT (MRT)

Go to Downtown Line (DT15) or at Circle Line (CC4) at the Promenade Station for a five-minute-walk to Singapore Flyer and take Exit A. Once out in the exit, there is a blue pedestrian sign that will lead you to Singapore Flyer.

ALTERNATIVE WAY TO GET AN AERIAL VIEW OF THE FLYER

An alternative way to have an aerial view of the Singapore Flyer without the flyer is through a ticket purchase of the Marina Bay Sands for the Sky Park for about S$19.

END OF RIDE

Not being able to experience this ride made me feel saddened looking at the videos that I shared. If ever I get the chance to ride Asia's Largest Ferris Wheel I will definitely choose before dusk so I can have a glimpse of the two-time schedules. Watching the night ride video captivates my eagerness to shell out a little from my pocket just to experience the ride at least once in my life. It's first on my list for my third visit to Singapore, hopefully, it will be so soon.

Thank you for reading my blog and this is the last blog for my Singapore trip. I hope you enjoy reading my blogs.

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