When travellers jet off for their holidays, they often find themselves constrained by the sun's schedule. As dusk falls, attractions close their doors, leaving holidaymakers with limited options beyond dining out or retreating to their hotel rooms. This common scenario can leave precious vacation time underutilised, especially for those not inclined towards traditional nightlife.

However, Singapore's Sentosa Island is breaking this mould, offering a vibrant array of experiences that seamlessly transition from day to night. With the launch of Sentosa Night Mode, the island is set to redefine how visitors can maximise their holiday time, providing an exciting mix of activities that cater to various interests and traveller types.

From August to October 2024, Sentosa will be flipping the switch on conventional tourism, inviting guests to experience the island in a whole new light. These extended operating hours mean that adventure doesn't have to end when daylight does. It's a perfect opportunity to pack more excitement into travellers’ itineraries and create unforgettable memories.

For the adventure seekers

As the sun sets, thrill-seekers can elevate their adrenaline rush with Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett's Twilight Thrills. Imagine the exhilaration of a night-time bungy jump, with the island's twinkling lights as your backdrop.

For those who prefer to soar rather than plummet, Mega Adventure Park offers a memorable night zip line experience, allowing guests to glide through the starlit sky and take in Sentosa's illuminated beauty from above. This exhilarating park has its hours extended till 10pm on the third Friday and Saturday of each month.

SkyHelix Singapore is an open-air panoramic ride that offers 360° views of the city and ocean from 79 meters high.

There’s also SkyHelix Sentosa, where visitors can experience a nighttime spectacle as they gently ascend 79 metres in an open-air, rotating gondola. With panoramic 360° views stretching from Sentosa to the Southern Islands, the ride offers an unforgettable glimpse of Singapore’s illuminated beauty. After dark, tickets are just S$15 per person, down from the usual S$20 for adults and S$17 for children.

Vacations can be further revved up at HyperDrive’s Levelled-Up Racing, where competition and prizes await. This event blends high-speed action with strategic use of virtual power-ups collected on an electric go-kart track. From now to 15 September 2024, purchase the Game of Karts x Red Bull Bundle, race for top times, and compete in the finals on 18 September for a chance to win a Red Bull Racing Garage tour and other prizes.

For the music and entertainment aficionados

+Twelve is a chic beach club in Sentosa with stunning elevated ocean views, offering an ideal setting to relax and socialise with friends and family as the sun dips below the horizon. Photo Credit: Instagram/@misslepetite

Travellers seeking a more intimate party experience can look to +Twelve's themed nights on select Fridays that offer the perfect blend of energy and exclusivity. Attendees can enjoy an exciting roster of DJs and a variety of music genres, alongside complimentary welcome cocktails and special spirits deals. The beach club also boasts private alcoves overlooking the ocean and includes its own swimming pools, ideal for private gatherings with friends and family.

Every last weekend of the month, Siloso Beach Walk transforms into a vibrant hub of themed parties. Beachfront restaurants and clubs like Ola Beach Club, Rumours Beach Club, Sand Bar, and Tipsy Unicorn will keep the party going for longer beyond their normal operating hours, staying open until 2am for partygoers to dance to energetic beach tunes all night long next to the ocean.

For the nature enthusiasts

The Sentosa Naturalist Night Adventure lets visitors explore the rainforest at night, spotting amphibians and nocturnal creatures with a torch.

Nature lovers need not feel left out after dark. The Sentosa Naturalist Night Adventure offers a unique opportunity to explore the island's nocturnal wildlife. This immersive experience takes guests through a rainforest system, allowing them to spot and identify common amphibians and nocturnal invertebrates while being serenaded by the forest's nighttime symphony.

For those intrigued by history and nature combined, the Fort Siloso Night Experience provides a captivating 1.5-hour walking tour of Singapore's sole preserved coastal fort. Guided only by the warm glow of a kerosene lamp, visitors can delve into a realistic WWII atmosphere, exploring military relics, tunnels, and interactive displays at the on-site museum.

These nocturnal adventures not only offer a different perspective on Sentosa's natural and historical treasures but also allow travellers to make the most of cooler evening temperatures – a welcome respite in Singapore's tropical climate.

For the foodies

For an exclusive culinary adventure, don't miss the ‘10 Hands’ event at Sentosa Golf Club on 6 September. This one-night-only showcase features award-winning chefs from across Sentosa, each contributing their unique expertise to create an extraordinary five-course dinner. Food enthusiasts will enjoy a truly unforgettable dining experience, with premium ingredients like lobster, foie gras, Hokkaido scallops, truffle, and caviar, all crafted with an Asian-fusion twist.

Savour Park, Singapore’s largest food truck festival, is happening over two weekends (13-15 & 20-22 September) at Palawan Green.

Culinary explorers will be delighted by Savour Park, Singapore's largest outdoor food truck event. With 18 different food wagons and kombi vans offering a diverse array of culinary delights, this free-entry, pet-friendly event runs over two weekends (on 13 to 15 September, and 20 to 22 September) with extended hours from 3pm to 10pm. It's an excellent opportunity for travellers to sample local flavours and innovative fusion cuisines under the stars.

Additionally, many of Sentosa's restaurants and bars offer special night-time promotions. From 1-for-1 main dining vouchers at Tipsy Unicorn to happy hour promotions at various venues, there are plenty of options to satisfy both the palate and the wallet.

Making the most of every precious moment

Visitors enjoying Sentosa's vibrant nighttime activities can catch the Wings of Time fireworks at Siloso Beach every evening at 8pm and 9pm.

Sentosa's Night Mode initiative provides an excellent opportunity for travel agents to help clients maximise their vacation time and budget. By extending attraction operating hours and introducing new nocturnal experiences, Sentosa allows you to pack more into your travellers’ trips, which in turn creates more precious vacation memories for them to bring back home.

The diverse range of activities caters to various interests and age groups, making Sentosa an ideal destination for families, couples, and solo travellers alike. Whether your clients are seeking adventure, culture, nature, or culinary experiences, Sentosa offers something to captivate them from dawn till well after dusk.

The island's easy accessibility from mainland Singapore also means that travel agents can creatively package the city’s main attractions with Sentosa experiences to truly maximise their time in Singapore and give them the best of both worlds – city and beach vibes.

As the sun sets in Sentosa, a new world of experiences awakens, ensuring that your clients' memories of Singapore will shine as brightly as the island's night-time lights. Discover more nighttime activities in Sentosa here: Sentosa Night Mode | More Things to Do in Sentosa at Night

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