Hiking - Kay Siang Bunker Revisit

Hi Blog,

Today, I decided to continue exploring Kay Siang Bunker as the weather was pleasant and finally completed the hike I had left unfinished on 1st Jun 2026. Looking back, my last visit to Kay Siang Bunker was in 2022, followed by an impromptu one in 2023.

Hmm... I think the rain has stopped. According to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), the coming months will bring warmer weather due to El Niño. Anyone interested can look it up and get ready for its effects.

While I can’t change the world’s temperature, I’ll focus on enjoying the present and hiking as often as I can. Let’s set off on a journey to Kay Siang Bunker—a perfect beginner spot for urban exploration.

Fat me, trying to fit into my trusty hiking shoes.

Like that, will it be better and not become an eyesore in public?

I retraced the same route to Kay Siang Bunker as I did on 1st June 2026; fortunately, there was no rain this time.

And no people on the bus - おもしろい.

Okay, time to wear my comfortable attire. I can't believe I'm in my tee on an air-conditioned bus—I'm already sweating.

Before anything, I will apply this Soffell mosquito repellent. It repels mosquitoes through its scent while creating an unpalatable taste for any mosquito that lands on the skin. (But don't you lick your own skin with that?) Honestly, it works very well for me and is highly recommended. No sponsorship..

This area of Singapore appears affluent, with no HDB flats in sight, creating a distinctly different atmosphere. As someone who grew up in an HDB, it feels like an alternate reality.

The only 'HDB' here is a condominium, the most common high-rise building here.

Good morning to the verdant area of greenery.

Can you believe it has been three to four years since I arrived? I am eager to see the changes.

This appears to be one of the main entrances.

I am fairly confident it is the correct one, though I cannot be certain about what lies beyond.

If it rained previously, I doubt this entrance will be pleasant.

Breathe in and let's go!

Not that difficult actually. I recalled my first visit to Kay Siang Bunker; this one is perfect for urbex beginners.

The terrain features numerous elevations and varied paths, providing an excellent opportunity to practice mapping connections.

Even walking along tree log...

...crossing over it is part and parcel of urbexing...

Identifying solid structures within forage can be challenging yet rewarding. Are you able to discern it in this photo?

Love this structure, like the cardboard of a house without a proper structure. I worry one day it will fall...

Oooh! There is a rope to slide down to reach the house, which is useful if the ground is slippery.

The banyan tree roots system is like a web here, impressive.

The root system of the wild banyan tree can be appreciated as an artistic structure.

Aren't they nice?

Judging by the appearance, it appears that the roots provide strong support to the house structure.

I was curious about what might be seeping beneath the layer of leaf litter.

I am curious about the growth process of the banyan tree, specifically how it develops roots and thickens to support itself.

I am hesitant to cultivate one at home as it could become unmanageable. Haha

I believe that if a photographer were available, I would have liked to have a series of wedding-style photos taken with the Banyan tree. Hahahaha

Need camera, lighting and poses. I don't have those. Haha... So just did it in random.

A nice and natural window frame here. Somehow I think that no photographer will snap awkward photos of me in a trisuit. Haha

Oh yeah! I forgot to show you the front part of the house.

During my previous visit, I entered through the front rather than the back of the house. I am curious about its condition before it was abandoned.

The questions will be: Why was the soil piled over the house? Were they trying to cover it up but didn't have enough time?

I guess I will never know the answer, and just enjoy the moments here.

Continue down the path.

The second ruin was found. Looking back a few years ago, there was no graffiti on the wall. Honestly, I don't understand or appreciate those people who lacked artistic talent and vandalised a place like this...

Oh well, it is what it is.

Let's go in and have a closer look.

This location served as a storage site for British soldiers' ammunition, and the bunker is strategically designed to defend against potential intruders.

So far... Only banyan tree's root raiding.

Outside the bunker, there is a massive banyan tree. Just check out its impressive root system. Hmm... This post is supposed to be about the bunker, but I keep showing you guys banyan trees. Haha my bad!

Ooo, someone setup a rope here too.

I found that the top of the 2nd bunker has this chimney. I missed it out previously.

It appears that someone attempted to cover the entire structure to prevent it from being visible from above. 

Hmm, honestly, I don't have confidence in finding the third location as the forage had grown so much and I barely recognise the path.

I felt that I might have lost my way and could not find the third ruin here. It was about four years ago...

I just used the fence as a guide for how much area to cover, so I wasn’t totally sure and allowed the spirit of the place to lead me.

As I decided to take another route back to the first two ruins, what do you know? I found it!

That's where my excitement comes from, and how much gratitude I have for the spirit-guides.

A steep slope to get near to the third ruin.

Fortunately, there was no rainfall during this period; if there had been, it would have been slippery.

I intended to spend more time here, but I had to return home shortly.

At least, this place is still alright and there is no serious vandalism.

Except the outside.

Oh well, it's part and parcel of an abandoned place where one might meet irresponsible individuals.

Not sure whether I was at the same place before... I felt so different, but it should be the same place.

I appreciate the way the sky was illuminated by the greenery.

It looks like the same house as the first ruin!

Time doesn't work here.

Alright, time to go. I will come back again and hope to be able to spend more time here.

What a rabbit hole here

Revisiting the Kay Siang bunker proved to be a refreshing and memorable experience. I particularly enjoy returning to familiar locations to observe their transformations over time. Reflecting on my previous posts, I realize I have undertaken numerous journeys, each providing reassurance that I continue to explore and progress to the best of my abilities.

Jeff