Despite Singapore’s size, not many may consider walking from one end of the country to another, especially since there are many convenient transportation options.
A group of friends, however, decided to take up that challenge.
13 of them set out on the journey together but only four emerged victorious in completing the entire hike from Tuas to Changi in a whopping 15 hours.
On 18 March, TikTok user Greg Andrle aka @certified_gmo shared a video of his group’s journey from the West to the East of Singapore.
Speaking to MS News, he shared that a group of them had hiked Mount Rinjani in Indonesia and were searching for a new challenge. Thus, they decided to embark on this journey in Singapore, where they could invite more friends.
The group members kickstarted their journey from Tuas Link MRT at 9pm.
Subsequently, they made pit stops at a Caltex station in Boon Lay and Pandan Reservoir.
Source: @certified_gmo on TikTok
Having completed 18.6km thus far, they were all feeling famished and fatigued. The group thus stopped at Springleaf Prata at NEWest mall to tuck into a much-deserved meal.
Source: @certified_gmo on TikTok
“It was a great group, if anyone was feeling too tired, we would stop and rest, it wasn’t a race. We wanted to make sure no one got hurt and everyone was ok,” Mr Andrle shared.
At various points throughout the journey, some group members dropped out of the hike. After their meal at Springleaf Prata, three went home to rest.
The remaining 10 persevered throughout Holland Road, Dempsey and Orchard Road.
When they reached Somerset at 6am, another six left as they were suffering from blisters, knee pain and fatigue.
The final four, including Mr Andrle himself, trudged on, determined to accomplish their goal.
Throughout the hike, the group also had the opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds that the island has to offer.
“In Orchard there were people still coming home from clubbing and also people starting their morning runs, a true mix of lifestyles,” wrote Mr Andrle.
He also highlighted that the four remaining trekkers, along with some new supporters, headed towards Ubi and Tampines.
In these areas, Mr Andrle could delight in scenic views that he had never seen before.
Source: @certified_gmo on TikTok
At 12.30pm, the group crossed the finish line at Changi Point. Feeling sore but accomplished, they indulged in a celebratory drink at Little Island Brewing Co.
Mr Andrle remarked that he was “proud of the final 4 of [them] who made it all the way through, a true test of mental and physical strength”.
He hinted that the group may try traversing from the North to the South in future expeditions.
Asked if he had any advice to share, Mr Andrle simply encouraged others to try out the journey. They should, however, bring along sufficient equipment, a good pair of shoes, plenty of water and sunscreen.
He also urged keen hikers to stop and return home if they do not feel well.
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Featured image adapted from @certified_gmo on TikTok.
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