No fairy tale recommends stepping into a dark, enchanted forest, but if you’re a true blue Potterhead, then step into the forest. Harry Potter: Forbidden Forest Experience This is a rite of passage, as this travel attraction has penetrated the forests of countries such as the United States and Belgium, and will make its first and only stop in Asia in Singapore.
Modeled after the dense landscape and trees that surround the grounds of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, this experience is located on the Coastal Trail at Siloso Point on Sentosa Island and can only be accessed by the Beach Station shuttle bus. Visitors can refuel at the food and beverage area before hitting the trail. The trail is essentially a circular trek, with just one snack stand along the way.
Also, visitors must set a time to visit attractions each night, and those arriving late should be advised to set a time to visit the attractions each night, and the shops and food stalls near trail exits may be closed after the trek ends. Better arrive.
As this is an outdoor event, your Forbidden Forest experience is subject to weather conditions, so be sure to bring a poncho just in case. A bottle of insect repellent is also highly recommended. This is because it is the only magical substance that has an insect repellent effect. Away from Mother Nature’s tiny inhabitants.
The 45-minute hike begins in a magically illuminated forest that welcomes you into a magical world. And strange things are afoot. Enjoy the chance to take a photo with Harry’s glowing guardian spirit at the entrance leading into the forest.
As you walk along the path, you’ll come across Hagrid and Fang, who are on their way back to their hut. Draco He’s not a Malfoy, but he’s surprisingly kind. If you bow to Buckbeak, you might get a chance to pet him. Channel your inner Hermione Granger and convince the giant Gorp to help you on your adventure. Order of the Phoenixfashion. Hedwig also makes an appearance, so you can pretend you’ve been accepted to Hogwarts. Yes, we highly recommend dressing up for the best immersion. You can also use the companion app to scan the projection on the floor and see quizzes, tidbits, and more.
The middle half of the trail has less to offer, and some parts feel more like hiking Sentosa Island than the Forbidden Forest. This part tries to immerse you in the movie’s soundtrack and the audio of specific scenes in the movie that plays during the less interactive parts, but the magic is lost when you listen to the recordings played on a loop.
You’ll find a Butterbeer stop along the trail. It doesn’t matter whether you drink or not, because the experience here is anything but magical. The S$14 chilled drink is served in a plain plastic takeaway cup, noticeably lacking in presentation of any kind. As for the taste, it’s too sweet and doesn’t come close to the enjoyable version served at Universal Studios Japan.
Food prices don’t come cheap either, ranging from S$8 for a themed cookie to S$12 for a scoop of butterscotch ice cream, so it’s a good idea to pack a hearty dinner in advance.
During our media tour, the interactive spots are packed and you always have to line up to light a lantern, have a cane duel, or kiss under the mistletoe. So if you have time, weekdays are the best time to go. Waiting time will be shorter. It’s worth noting that the experience in the Singapore version is significantly toned down by comparison, with a notable lack of certain Forbidden Forest attractions available in the international version of the tour, such as the jump scare at Aragog’s Lair. Masu. Either way, each journey ends with a fascinating highlight. It’s a chance to throw your guardian angel into the canopy, and it’s a moment not to be missed.
Ticket prices also vary depending on the day of the week and for residents and tourists. On average, standard adult tickets on weeknights start from S$72 and children’s tickets from S$58. Deluxe tickets start at S$105 for adults and S$91 for children and include trail entry, plus a commemorative letter, personalized tote bag, light-up lanyard and magnet.
Whether Singapore’s Harry Potter: Forbidden Forest experience is worth the trip depends on your preference for walking trails and your enthusiasm for the series, but although there’s little to see and do, this The Forbidden Forest experience promises a lot and delivers an awful lot. There is little in return.
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