100502 With its tropical climate and pristine seas, Singapore is the perfect locale for water sports.
100503 In the past, the waterways of Singapore used to be used for fishing, transport and shipping.
100504 However, as the usage of local water bodies evolved, sampans (small wooden boats) are no longer seen and have been replaced by wakeboarding boats, canoes and sailboats.
100505 With intricate planning, the water sports scene on our island is now vibrant and active, with watersport activities and events happening on a regular basis.
100506 With numerous waterfront parks dotted around Singapore, you will be able to enjoy the sun, sand and sea no matter where you are.
100507 If you seek that adrenaline fix, head down to East Coast Park and immerse yourself in Singapore’s first cable ski park.
100508 Called SKI360° , this cable ski park has a lagoon which can accommodate up to eight riders at a time.
100509 You can enjoy the thrill of cable-skiing, cable wakeboarding or even night skiing, all in one place.
100510 If you'd rather paddle along calm waters and soak up the sun, Bedok Reservoir is the place where you can enjoy hours of fun, dragon boating or kayaking.
100511 For speed demons, Pasir Ris Park offers Dinghy Sailing, where you can feel the wind against you body while skimming over the sea.
100512 The newest reservoir in Singapore, the Marina Reservoir, offers a wide range of activities as well, from rowing to canoeing.
100513 With a one-kilometre straight race course, competitions and events are held there regularly, with Singapore’s business and financial district as the backdrop.
100514 Other parks which offer more water-based excitement include Changi Beach Park, Kallang Riverside Park and Lower Seletar Reservoir Park, where activities such as powerboating, water skiing and kayaking can be enjoyed.
100515 With such a colourful and dynamic water sports scene in Singapore, why not gather your friends and hit the parks today.