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A Guide to Qian Hu Fish Farm, Singapore’s Family-Friendly Aquatic Adventure!
If you think a fish farm is just a bunch of ponds, Qian Hu Fish Farm will blow your mind. My family and I have always found it a quirky mix of fun and learning for all ages.
Here, you’ll find longkang fishing, fish spas, and the chance to feed colourful koi out of your hand! So if you want to shop for a new fish friend or get a ticklish fish pedicure, here’s your guide to learning all that Qian Hu Fish Farm has to offer.
Things to Know
Website
Location: 71 Jln Lekar
Contact: +6567661554
Hours:
- Monday to Friday, 9 AM–6 PM
- Saturday to Sunday, 9 AM–7 PM
Fees:
- General admission: free
- Fish spa: from S$10 per adult/30 minutes
- Longkang fishing: from S$7/session
- Koi feeding: from S$1/pack of fish food
Accessibility: Wide, flat pathways but may have some uneven gravel paths; PWD-friendly toilets
Amenities: Toilets, sheltered rest areas, fish spa facility, long kang fishing zone, retail store
Pet-friendly? Yes, but pets must be kept leashed at all times
Rules and restrictions:
✔ Supervise children at all times
✖ No outside food for fish
✖ No fishing in display tanks
✖ No smoking
✖ No running or boisterous behaviour
How to Get Here
Closest MRT and bus station: Take the North-South Line (NS) to Choa Chung Kang MRT, then hop on Bus 975 to Qian Hu Fish Farm. Alight at Bus Stop 44529 opposite the farm, along Jalan Lekar.
Free shuttle bus service: There’s a free shuttle service from Choa Kung Kang MRT (Exit C) to the farm and back. It operates on a fixed schedule (check here).
By car: For those coming by car, free parking is available on-site with ample spaces. The drop-off point is at the main entrance.
What to See and Do
Go longkang fishing
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As a nostalgic throwback to kampong days, the farm offers longkang fishing to all its young visitors. Kids get a net, a shallow pond, and all the fish they can catch!
For just S$7 for 30 minutes (S$12 for a full hour), kids can experience old-fashioned fun without relying on technology. My niece gave it a go and admitted the fish was faster than she expected (take that, fishing apps!).
Pro-tip: Want to catch more fish? Stay low and move slowly because fish dart away from fast movements.
Try the fish spa
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We tried the fish spa at Qian Hu Fish Farm and found it to be equal parts tickling and relaxing. We dipped our feet in the cool water, and some small fish nibbled away at the dead skin on our heels, soles, and toes.
For S$10 per adult and S$5 for kids and seniors, it was an unusual but fun way to get pampered. Our feet felt baby-soft and smooth after the session!
Pro-tip: Wear easily removable footwear like sandals and slippers for a hassle-free foot spa experience.
Visit the fish gallery
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The farm’s fish gallery is like an underwater wonderland with over a thousand species of ornamental fish on display. It’s got polka-dotted stingrays and even albino turtles so there’s plenty to marvel at anywhere you look!
If you’re into exotic fish and marine life, you’ll blow a gasket here. The flower horn cichlids and discus fish became my favourites for their vibrant patterns and unique features (that head bump on the flower horn is amazing)!
Pro-tip: Avoid tapping on the glass, as it can cause the fish stress.
Join a farm tour
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If you want a behind-the-scenes pass at Qian Hu Fish Farm, join a farm tour like we did. For S$8 per adult and S$5 per child, you’ll get to learn all about fish breeding and aquaculture.
We learned how ornamental fish were bred which is more fascinating than it sounds. It lasts from 45 minutes to an hour, and the tours are led by knowledgeable staff who let us get up close and personal with rare ornamental fish.
Pro-tip: The farm offers special rates for group or school tours. You can book here.
Buy aquarium and pet accessories
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While other places have gift shops, this farm has a stunning retail store for fish lovers. It’s a treasure trove for aquarium enthusiasts filled with fish tanks, filters, and all manner of bling that your fishy friend will love.
Surprisingly, there are even treats and accessories for cats, dogs, and even exotic pets! I was just there to look around but ended up buying treats for my cat and some new fish tank decor.
Pro-tip: You can also check out the online retail store for hassle-free browsing and shopping.
Get new fish pets
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Thinking of adding new fish friends to your aquarium? This farm is the right place to be.
It has guppies, goldfish, discus fish, and even rare Arowana! I ended up buying some colourful tetras because of their neon vibrancy and liveliness (couldn’t resist!).
Pro-tip: If you’re a beginner fish pet owner, start with hardy fish like guppies or tetras and always add new fish to your tank to keep them healthy and happy.
Feed the koi
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Why is koi feeding oddly satisfying? For just a dollar, you can grab a packet of fish food and have these colourful giants practically swim up to greet you (and make you feel like some sort of fishy boss).
My nephew and I spent some time feeding the koi and marvelling at the way their mouths opened and closed like a fish chorus!
Pro-tip: Avoid overfeeding to avoid harming the fish and clouding up the pond. Half a packet is more than enough!
Indulge in fresh seafood
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Qian Hu isn’t just about fish-watching and feeding. You can also indulge in fresh seafood at its retail store, which is a seafood lover’s dream come true.
There are live crabs and fresh prawns just waiting to be turned into lunch or dinner as soon as you get home. I grabbed some fresh clams, which were incredibly fresh and succulent!
Pro-tip: Visit the store in the early morning for the freshest seafood (they usually sell out by early afternoon).
