LUXURY IN NATURE IS CALLING

The Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, Banyan Group's inaugural resort in Singapore, opens as the country's first and only integrated wildlife and nature luxury destination.

- PRIYANKA ELHENCE

April 2 marked the official opening of The Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and there couldn't have been a better address for the homegrown Group's 100th resort than at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, a world-leading nature and wildlife destination.

Drawing from Banyan Group's legacy of honouring the essence of each location, the 338-room Mandai Rainforest Resort blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings, boasting a unique nature-inspired luxury destination, with rooms nestled in lush greenery or overlooking the Upper Seletar Reservoir. If you're an animal and nature lover like me, this sanctuary-in-nature quickly ticks a lot of boxes, especially if you're pining for a truly tranquil break a short drive away and without the hassle of air travel, offering guests direct access to Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders, Bird Paradise, and the brand-new Rainforest Wild Asia.

Every element of the resort, from the architecture to the interiors, have been thoughtfully designed to harmonise with the environment, with every room also fitted with a special energy meter and an interactive display to show power consumption levels and offer gentle reminders when usage exceeds recommended levels, promoting eco-friendly practices, and encouraging guests to join in thoughtful sustainability efforts, fostering a lighter environmental footprint throughout their stay.