Would you pay $140 for a peek at life in an HDB neighbourhood?

Would you like to explore an HDB estate, have zi char at a hawker centre and visit a resident's home?

At the price of $80 per child and $140 per adult, local tour group Ludus Lab is offering a three-hour wheelchair accessible Queenstown public housing estate tour.

Guided tours often offer a good way to understand a country's culture and gain insight into how locals live. Most importantly, it eliminates the stress of itinerary planning.

Co-founder Law Yock Song told The New Paper he acknowledged that the price would stand out and surprise Singaporeans, but it aligned with market rates for guided public housing estate tours.

Prices online for such tours apparently range from $50 to $300.

"The value lies in the depth and thoughtfulness of the entire experience. It's designed for small groups to encourage meaningful interactions, and includes curated storytelling stops, local food tastings and full wheelchair accessibility - an element central to what we do at Ludus Lab."

According to Ludus Lab's website, the company aims to empower individuals to experience the world with "inclusive and accessible experiences".

The tour is part of a launch developed to provide travellers with accessibility needs the opportunity to experience Singapore.

Mr Law explained that Queenstown was chosen as it was a model for Singapore's unique public housing that integrates greenery, transport, and community services.

Guests may step into an HDB unit and learn from the homeowner, depending on the resident's availability.

As the tour is newly rolled out, Mr Law did not provide the number of participants so far as "it would be premature to share any numbers on demand".

"We believe this fills an important gap in the market for inclusive tourism."

The tour listing has divided local netizens, with one quipping: "Please monetise me - I welcome them to have a meal with a common resident for $100 per head."

Another netizen was more receptive to the idea, writing: "Can earn extra money, why (not)?"

Would you pay to join the tour?