Is prior gardening experience required?

No experience is needed; the workshop teaches all basics about soil and terrarium construction.

Can children participate?

Yes, the workshop is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.

What size are the terrariums?

Participants create large globe terrariums designed to sustain healthy soil life long-term.

What happens if fewer than four people sign up?

You can reschedule, upgrade to a private session, or wait as the session may combine groups.

Is the workshop held outdoors?

It’s conducted on a working farm with both sheltered and open-air areas for a natural experience.

Can I extend my visit?

Yes, many guests also join the Rooftop Farm Experience to deepen their farm immersion.

Create Your Own Living Miniature Ecosystem with Big Terrarium Workshop in Singapore

Located on a vibrant working farm at 705a East Coast Road in Singapore, the Big Terrarium Workshop offers a hands-on experience unlike any traditional indoor craft class. This 1.5-hour session invites participants of all ages to construct their own self-sustaining terrarium — a living, breathing ecosystem enclosed within glass. Far removed from the typical uninspired classroom setups, here participants immerse themselves in a setting bursting with natural energy and an authentic connection to soil biology. The farm environment transforms this workshop into more than just a craft; it’s an intimate exploration of nature’s smallest wonders. Under expert guidance, you’ll harvest bioactive soil teeming with beneficial microorganisms, isopods, and decomposers critical to maintaining plant health. The workshop delves into the secrets of soil life and terrarium drainage systems, providing a deep understanding of how these micro-environments thrive over months and even years. Using a curated variety of plants and lively decor, you design and build a vibrant plantscape inside a large, globe-shaped terrarium that cycles its own water. This isn’t a mere glass pot but a robust miniature biome you can take home to nurture and watch grow. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a learner fascinated by microbiomes, or looking for a family-friendly activity in Singapore, the Big Terrarium Workshop delivers a unique connection to the earth’s ecosystem on a scale you can hold. Singapore’s urban landscape might be dense and bustling, but this working farm offers a compelling outdoor contrast — a rare piece of green space fostering environmental education and sustainable practices in the city. The farm’s dedication to bioactive soil and micro-ecosystem health makes the Big Terrarium Workshop a standout experience for locals and visitors drawn to nature-focused adventures in Southeast Asia. With a maximum group size of 10, the workshop maintains an intimate atmosphere that allows for personalized attention and meaningful interaction. Flexibility in booking enables you to attend even if your initial group is small, and private session upgrades offer a more tailored experience. Extend your visit by joining the Rooftop Farm Experience afterward to further immerse yourself in urban farming right here in Singapore. The Big Terrarium Workshop transforms gardening and ecological education into an accessible, joyful experience, empowering you to leave with not just knowledge but a living, miniature landscape—a tiny natural world to call your own.

Difficulty

easy.

Duration

1.5 hours.

Fitness level

No special fitness required; suitable for all ages and abilities.

Wildlife

Isopods vital to soil health
Urban-friendly birds frequenting the farm

History

The working farm integrates traditional soil knowledge with modern sustainable farming in urban Singapore.

Conservation

The workshop emphasizes bioactive soil farming to foster sustainable plant ecosystems and reduce chemical usage.

The Sundowner is a Singapore-based experiential venue offering hands-on workshops, rooftop adventures, and farm-based activities for families, couples, and private groups. Located in Singapore, it runs a diverse program including rooftop ice baths, cocktail-mixing sessions in The Nomad's Tent, mead-making workshops, live coffee roasting, terrarium classes, and various fermentation and permaculture experiences. Guests can book private and public options such as the Rooftop Ice Bath add-on, private cocktail mixing, and kids-only pizza parties. The Nomad's Tent sessions feature a sand floor and rooftop garden sunset views. The rooftop farm hosts activities that introduce visitors to apiary visits, honey tasting, worm hunts, and ant observations for education and engagement. Workshops cover craft and culinary skills: mead making includes apiary exploration and personalized bottling; roast-your-own-coffee sessions teach bean origins and hands-on roasting; terrarium and mini zen garden classes focus on soil, microorganisms, and sustainable plant scaping. Fermentation experiences teach kimchi, kombucha, and other gut-friendly ferments. The Sundowner accommodates private events, school tours, and family-friendly programming. Experiences listed in its program include Bean to Bar Chocolate, permaculture tours, salad and sugarcane workshops, rearing chickens, honey ice cream, and pizza-making options. Booking information, pricing, and availability are provided through The Sundowner's official reservation channels. The venue emphasizes educational experiences, practical skills, and memorable hands-on activities in an urban rooftop and farm setting. Many experiences provide alcohol-free or mocktail alternatives, and several workshops offer private booking or school-tour formats tailored to different age groups and group sizes for flexible scheduling. See official listings for details.

Base locationSingapore, Singapore

Tours offered23+

Specialtyland-adventures

StewardshipLeave No Trace