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Snail Farm Tour — meet Singapore's farm-raised snails up close.

Step into Singapore's first commercial snail farm for a guided, sheltered indoor tour. Meet live snails in the petting zone, follow their life cycle from baby to grower, and discover how these tiny creatures are farmed sustainably — from surplus-produce feed to zero-waste escargot. A hands-on, weather-proof experience for preschools, school groups, seniors and corporate teams.

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DurationAbout 1.5 hours

Group size30–45 for groups · small for families

FormatGuided indoor farm tour · sheltered, weather-proof

BookingWhatsApp 9186 6763

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More than a farm visit

At WholeSnail, Singapore's first-of-its-kind commercial snail farm, snails are raised in a temperature-controlled indoor farm — which means tours run rain or shine in a sheltered, comfortable setting. It's a working heliciculture (snail farming) operation that produces ready-to-eat escargot and cosmeceutical-grade snail slime, and a fascinating classroom for curious minds of every age.

Participants meet the farm's European garden snails (Cornu aspersum, the classic escargot) at every stage of life, learn why snails are nature's underrated superheroes — soil boosters, food-chain connectors and tiny "green alarms" for ecosystem health — and discover the farm's zero-waste philosophy: the snails feast on surplus produce from local farms, snail meat becomes food, slime is refined into wellness products, and shells inspire art and craft.

🐌 Live snails up close🥚 Life cycle & biology🌱 Sustainability & zero waste🥗 Snail superfood facts🎨 Hands-on craft

What participants will experience.

A guided walk through the farm — from baby snails to giant growers, with something magical around every corner.

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Meet the snails up close

Get cozy with the farm's stars in the petting zone — gently hold and interact with live snails under guided supervision, a moment both children and seniors remember.

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The snail life cycle

Follow the snail from egg through baby, grower and adult — see snails at every stage of life and learn how the farm reads its snails' "body language" to keep them happy.

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Sustainable farming up close

See how farmed snails are raised on fresh greens and surplus produce from local farms — turning would-be food waste into nourishment — in a tightly managed, biosecure indoor facility.

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Snail superfood facts

Discover why escargot is a nutritional powerhouse — gram for gram, snail meat packs more protein and iron than beef, with less fat, plus omega-3, iron and magnesium.

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Ecosystem heroes

Learn why snails matter far beyond the farm: they recycle leaves and organic matter, sit in the middle of the food chain, and act as sensitive "green alarms" for pollution.

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Hands-on craft

Paint your own snail shell to take home — a creative, tactile keepsake that turns the morning's learning into a story children can share.

Programme highlights.

A suggested flow — kept flexible, not rushed.

Welcome & snail introduction — a quick hello, safety briefing and the story of Singapore's first snail farm.
The snail life cycle — from egg to adult, and why snails are ecosystem heroes.
Farm walk & snail encounters — explore the snail zones with a friendly guide and watch snails at every stage of life.
Petting-zone time — gentle, supervised interaction with live snails, plus snail-savvy trivia and Q&A.
Hands-on craft — paint your own snail shell to bring home.
Optional escargot tasting — a guided tasting experience, available on request with advance order (additional charge applies).
Group discussion & photo moment — wrap up with a photo from the farm's approved angle.

Please note: the programme sequence and activities may vary depending on your group type, age range and requirements. Private and educational group tours are usually extended to 75–90 minutes for a more relaxed pace.

Learning outcomes.

By the end of the tour, participants should be able to:

Describe the basic life cycle of a snail, from egg to adult.
Explain why snails are important to soil, food chains and ecosystem health.
Understand how farmed snails are raised sustainably, including surplus-produce feeding and zero-waste practices.
Know some of the nutritional benefits of snail meat (protein, iron, omega-3, low fat).
Appreciate urban farming and food resilience as part of Singapore's future.
Understand basic hygiene and food-safety practices around farmed escargot.

We tailor it to your group.

The same snail farm tour flexes to suit the occasion:

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Little Explorers & preschools

Sensory-focused and slower-paced sessions for younger children — gentle snail encounters, big questions and plenty of wonder, aligned with early science and nature learning.

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School & enrichment groups

Life cycles, habitats, sustainability and environmental impact — tailored to suit preschool, primary, secondary and tertiary curriculum goals in science and agriculture.

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Gentle for senior groups

A relaxed, guided indoor tour at a comfortable pace with interactive Q&A — sheltered, elevator-accessible and generally suitable for seniors and most mobility needs. One complimentary staff pass per 10 seniors, and optional escargot tasting on request.

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Corporate & team-building

A unique, sustainability-themed team experience — innovation meets nature, perfect as a distinctive team-building activity or a refreshing break from meetings.

Who is it for?

For curious kids, school groups, seniors and teams alike.

Preschools, playgroups & Little Explorers
Primary, secondary & tertiary school groups
Active Ageing Centres & senior activity groups
Corporate teams & staff-bonding sessions
Family & intergenerational groups
Residents' Committees, community & enrichment groups

A look at the tour.

From eye-to-eye snail encounters to the paint-your-own-shell craft — moments from Edufarm's snail farm tours.

A young boy smiling face-to-face with a live snail during an Edufarm snail farm tour

An Edufarm child participant holding up a snail with a delighted expression during the snail farm tour

Important programme notes.

Tours are by appointment only — walk-ins are not accepted. Weekday morning sessions are available for schools and private groups, subject to availability.
The farm is fully indoor, so tours generally proceed regardless of weather conditions.
Comfortable clothing and covered shoes are recommended for walking within the indoor farm environment.
Escargot tasting is an optional add-on available on request with advance order, and may carry an additional charge depending on programme type and group.
For senior group bookings, one complimentary staff pass is included for every 10 seniors.
Please inform the organiser in advance of any allergies, dietary concerns, medical considerations or special assistance needs.
The venue is accessible via elevators and generally suitable for children, seniors and most mobility needs.
For larger bookings, participant numbers can usually be adjusted up to approximately two weeks before the visit date.
Transport to and from the venue can be arranged as an optional add-on — let us know if your group would like this included.

Frequently asked questions.

Is the snail farm indoors?

Yes. The tour takes place at Singapore's first commercial snail farm, a temperature-controlled indoor farm. Tours proceed regardless of weather, and the venue is accessible via elevators and generally suitable for children, seniors and most mobility needs.

Can participants touch the snails?

Yes. Under guided supervision, guests have the opportunity to gently hold and interact with live snails in the farm's petting zone — a highlight for both children and seniors.

How long is the snail farm tour?

Public tours run about 60 minutes, while private and educational group tours are usually extended to 75–90 minutes. Edufarm's group packages are typically planned at around 1.5 hours to allow a comfortable, unhurried pace.

Is the snail farm tour suitable for seniors?

Yes. The indoor venue is sheltered, elevator-accessible and generally suitable for seniors and most mobility needs. Tours run at a comfortable, relaxed pace with a guided walkthrough, interactive Q&A and seating breaks, and optional escargot tasting can be arranged on request. One complimentary staff pass is included per 10 seniors.

Is escargot tasting included?

Escargot tasting is an optional add-on available on request with advance order, and it may carry an additional charge. It is offered depending on the programme type and the group.

What should we wear?

Comfortable clothing and covered shoes suitable for walking within an indoor farm environment are recommended.

Can we take photos during the tour?

Photography is encouraged during most parts of the experience. Photography inside the farm itself is restricted, but the host will take a photo on your behalf from an approved angle.

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Plan a snail farm tour for your group.

A school excursion, a family day out, a gentle outing for a senior group or a distinctive team-building session — bring your group face to face with the fascinating world of snails. Tell us your group size, preferred date, age range and any accessibility needs, and we'll shape the rest around you.

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